Everyone knows how beneficial olive oil is to our body when ingesting it in a moderate manner. But have you ever thought about using it as a beauty treatment? Most of the time we gravitate toward natural, organic or mineral beauty products from industrial brands in the hopes that they will be better for our skin, but we often overlook the really simple things. We tend to gravitate towards products with ingredients like olive oil since we have always heard about its benefits. 

However, why should we look for it in creams when we can use it in its natural state? Natural olive oil has many more benefits without the preservatives and chemicals that are added to the creams. One of the most important is that it prevents the death of the cells of our body, since among its components it has powerful antioxidants. Part of the benefits of olive oil are also due to the presence of certain elements that are excellent at preventing aging and improving life expectancy.

There are three main reasons why olive oil is good for our skin. First of all, olive oil is natural  so it won't leave any artificial chemicals in your skin (First point in favor!). Second, it is a hypoallergenic moisturizer that is very efficient (Second point in favor!). And third, it provides antioxidants such as vitamin A, D, K and E that help us regenerate and repair the skin from sun damage, pollution, smoking and other harmful elements (Third point in favor!).


Here are 5 ways in which you can use olive oil as an all natural beauty product:

• Makeup remover: Put some drops of oil in a cotton ball and perform circular movements to remove makeup. It works for all skin types, you can easily remove waterproof makeup without mistreating it, it does not cover the pores, and if it falls in the eyes it will not burn (unlike some cream makeup).
• Moisturizing Lotion: There are areas of the body that we have to exfoliate constantly, such as the knees and elbows. Put a little olive oil in these areas after the exfoliation helps moisturize and keep it soft for longer.
• Capillary mask: For those who suffer from dry and frizzy hair, applying a mask of olive oil can help soften it, moisturize it and give it more shine. Once a week you can apply olive oil in all the hair and wrap it with a towel. Leave for 15 minutes and then wash your hair normally.
•  Lotion for after shaving or after a wax: If you shave or have ever shaved, you will have noticed that it leaves the skin quite dry and opaque. Instead of applying creams (whose affection does not last very long) you can apply a little olive oil to the skin. It nourishes the skin, helps it to hydrate and will remain very soft.
• Rinse: Can also be used as a rinse by mixing it with a little crushed avocado. Apply on wet hair, leave a couple of minutes and wash your hair as usual.

I hope this is helpful for you all and that you find even more ways to use this wonderful oil in your beauty routine!