BENEFITS OF EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL ON SKIN

Not only should extra virgin olive oil be a staple in your pantry, but also in your bathroom cabinet. That’s right, I’m telling you to add it to your daily beauty routine. And here’s why…

WHY PUT EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL ON YOUR SKIN?

For centuries, extra virgin olive oil has been used topically to relieve everyday skin ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-aging properties because it is packed with antioxidants and vitamins. It hydrates the skin by building the skin’s moisture barrier to prevent loss of moisture.

WHY USE EXTRA VIRGIN INSTEAD OF OLIVE OIL OR OTHER OILS?

Extra virgin olive oil should always be used in personal care products instead of a refined oil – like regular olive oil. The high heat and solvents used to refine olive oil alter or removes the antioxidants naturally present in extra virgin olive oil. The resulting refined oil will moisturize the skin, but the benefits (anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial) of the multitude of antioxidants will be lost.