Doctors Say, Olive Oil is Good For Skin!
Well, olive oil has been used to care for skin for thousands of years. You see references in the bible to people using oil on their skin, and considering that was in the middle east, you would have to assume they used olive oil. The same is true for people in ancient Greece. Olive oil has a long history of being used for skin care
And now, in the 21st century, some doctors are voicing support of the notion that the olive oil you keep in your pantry may well be the best stuff to help your skin! You may be surprised to find that you have one of the best products for the care of your skin in your kitchen pantry! So go ahead and sprinkle a bit on your pasta, and then rub a bit on your face for real benefits.
Some Benefits of Olive Oil For Your Skin
Skin Cancer Prevention – Studies with mice that were exposed to UV rays shows that olive oil reduces the amount of skin cancer cells produced. The oil, when rubbed on skin, interferes with tumor development.
Moisturizing Properties – Well, the benefit was probably kown to the ancient Greeks They may not have understood that olive oil contains linoleic acid, which helps keep water from evaporating. You cannot make this in your body, and it must be supplied. But to get it, you can gobble olives, eat olive oil in your food, or simply rub it on your face!
Are all olive oils the same for skin care? Any pure olive oil will probably benefit you. Experts tell us to prefer extra virgin olive oil because it comes from the first press of the olives, and will contain the most anti-oxidants.
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