Amaranth oil is a natural herbal remedy that smoothes and regenerates the skin, tightens pores, and reduces wrinkles. Can be used at home, including in the composition of various masks.
Amaranth oil is a fairly popular remedy in cosmetology, it contains vitamin E and squalene. These substances improve metabolic processes in skin cells and slow down the aging process. It is worth talking about a more detailed description of the product and how amaranth oil is used for the face.
Amaranth (amaranth) is an annual unpretentious plant that was discovered in South America and Mexico. Differs in fast ripening - it can be used already a month after sowing. Amaranth is used to make oil, which is used in cooking, medicine and cosmetology.
The oil has a pleasant nutty aroma and taste. Its use in cosmetology allows you to eliminate acne, stretch marks and clean pores. The oil saturates the skin with nutrients, makes it soft, smoothes existing wrinkles and prevents the formation of new ones. Amaranth oil also has a pronounced regenerating effect.
Composition and use in cosmetology
Amaranth oil is effective because it contains fatty acids, squalene and tocotriene. Squalene accelerates metabolic processes and restores water balance, prevents the appearance of wrinkles and suppresses skin aging. The substance has a positive effect not only on the surface, but also on the deep layers of the skin.
Tocotriene is an antioxidant of natural origin, which is responsible for the restoration of skin cells and the elasticity of the vascular wall. It perfectly fights irritations and imperfections of the skin on the whole body.
Polyunsaturated fatty acids are responsible for moisturizing and nourishing the skin, improve its elasticity.
No less valuable is the content in amaranth oil:
- serotonin;
- xanthine;
- carotenoids;
- phytosterols;
- provitamins;
- choline;
- quercetin;
- minerals;
- bile acids.
This composition increases the elasticity of the skin and resistance to negative environmental factors. The best results can be achieved by combining amaranth oil with other cosmetic products and even salon procedures.
The benefits of amaranth oil for the skin
Amaranth in cosmetology for skin care contributes to:
- filling cells with oxygen;
- removal of oxidants;
- increase local immunity of the skin;
- nutrition and softening of the skin;
- speeding up the regeneration process.
The product has a powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect. These properties of amaranth oil make it unique in the fight against flaking and irritation of the skin, comedones, acne and other dermatological diseases.
Contraindications
Despite the natural origin, the remedy has its own contraindications for use. It can be harmful if used with individual intolerance to the product.
Application of amaranth oil for the face
Amaranth is actively used by the face, the oil from it is applied in its pure form or added to masks, scrubs, peels and balms. Due to its composition, it moisturizes the skin, protects it from chapping, and also helps to restore the skin after sunburn.
In addition, the product is an excellent tool for facial massage. It can be used alone or in combination with aromatic oils. Regular use of amaranth oil helps to quickly get rid of dermatological diseases, such as acne.
Face masks with amaranth oil at home
The easiest way to use the oil is to apply it on the skin of the face in its pure form. It is left for 30-40 minutes, after which it is washed off with water. In this case, cold-pressed oil is best. It can also be made by pressing, then it is recommended to add it to a night cream or other mixtures. But you can make homemade face masks out of it.
Wrinkle mask
Amaranth oil for wrinkles is especially effective as part of a mask:
- 14 drops of amaranth oil;
- puree of one banana;
- 22 g of yogurt;
- a drop of essential oil cash register.
For best results, it is recommended to steam the skin with a herbal compress before applying the mask. The mask is distributed on the skin and left for 40 minutes, after which the face is wiped with a paper towel and peach oil is applied. This procedure helps to restore the elasticity of the skin, after which there is a gradual disappearance of wrinkles.
Rejuvenating mask
- 18 drops of amaranth oil;
- 20 g of gelatin;
- 12 drops of almond oil.
On the eve of the procedure, it is necessary to pour gelatin with green tea, stir until completely dissolved. After that, oils are added to the still warm mixture.
The mask is applied to cleansed skin with a wide brush in layers (the more layers, the better the effect), left for half an hour and removed from the bottom up, like a mask-film. Such procedures are recommended to start after 30 years: they help maintain collagen levels at a natural level.
Mask for oily skin type
Mask with amaranth oil is a great option for oily skin care. It helps to reduce the intensity of foci of inflammation, relieves acne and cleanses the pores.
Preparing a mask is not at all difficult, you need to combine:
- 12 drops of amaranth;
- 5 g of yellow clay;
- 7 g of black clay;
- essential oil of lemongrass.
Before applying the mixture, it is recommended to carry out a light cleansing peeling. The mask is left on the skin for 10 minutes, after which it is washed off with a nettle decoction. In addition to all these positive properties, masks with homemade amaranth oil slow down the aging process of the skin.
Nourishing amaranth face mask
Almost all masks based on amaranth seed oil replenish the skin with vitamins and minerals, increase local immune protection. A simple nourishing procedure - applying the product to the skin in its pure form. To do this, use a cotton pad moistened with oil. It is left for half an hour and washed off with warm water.
You can prepare a nourishing mask according to another recipe:
- 22 drops of amaranth oil;
- 1 st. l. cream;
- 25 g of cheese;
- 1 ampoule of retinol.
Cheese is mixed with cream, then retinol and nourishing oil are added. Apply a mask to cleansed skin (for this it is best to use a decoction of plantain with the addition of citrus juice) in a dense layer, leave for 20 minutes and rinse with water. Such procedures not only nourish the skin, but also soften it, restore its structure.
Mask for dry skin type
There are several options for masks for dry skin. Below are the most popular recipes.
Recipe 1
For cooking, you will need the following components:
- 2 tsp amaranth oil;
- 1 st. l. honey;
- yolk of one egg.
All ingredients are mixed and the mixture is applied to the skin of the face, left for a quarter of an hour, then washed off with warm water. Do not use soap for this.
Recipe 2
To prepare the mask, you need to mix:
- 25 drops of amaranth oil;
- avocado pulp puree;
- 12 g starch.
It is recommended to cleanse the skin with micellar water before application. The mask is applied with a plastic spatula along the massage lines, starting from the chin. The use of such masks will help enrich the skin with moisture and organic acids, make it velvety and pleasant to the touch.
Mask for sensitive skin
Persons with sensitive skin are advised to use a mask prepared with 2 tsp. amaranth seed oil and 4 tbsp. l. cottage cheese. The ingredients are combined and ground to a homogeneous mixture, after which they are applied to the face for a quarter of an hour. Remove the mask with a cotton pad with warm water. For the best effect, it is recommended to carry out the procedure twice a week. As a result, the skin becomes more resistant to adverse environmental factors.
Mask for acne and skin smoothing
- 20 ml. freshly squeezed orange juice;
- 1 tsp lemon juice;
- 1 st. l. amaranth ether.
The resulting mixture is applied to the skin of the face with a cotton pad and left for a quarter of an hour. Regularly carrying out the procedure also helps to even out the tone of the face.
Anti-aging anti-wrinkle mask
To prepare the mask, you need to mix an equal amount of lemon juice and amaranth oil. Apply the product with light massage movements not only on the face, but also on the neck. Leave for a quarter of an hour. The systematic use of the mask significantly reduces the appearance of mimic and age wrinkles, and also cleanses the pores, evens out the tone and makes the skin smoother.
Skin whitening mask
For skin whitening, a mask made from:
- 1 tsp amaranth oil;
- 1 tsp lemon juice;
- 6 boiled white beans, mashed.
All ingredients are thoroughly mixed, applied to the skin and left for 20 minutes. After that, the face must be washed with warm water. The mask has the ability to not only brighten, but also nourish the skin.
Amaranth oil has valuable beneficial properties due to the fact that it is obtained by cold pressing by grinding amaranth seeds. The product can be used not only in the treatment of diseases, but also in cosmetology.
Amaranth oil has a unique biochemical composition: it contains up to 70% poly- and monounsaturated fatty acids (, oleic, linoleic, palmitoleic, arachidonic), up to 9% phospholipids, up to 8% squalene, approximately 2% each of vitamin E and phytosterols, carotenoids , bile acids, vitamin D, macro- and microelements (copper, magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium).
Amaranth oil can be obtained not only from seeds, other parts of the plant are used for this purpose: flowers, leaves, stems. It has a rather pleasant smell and nutty taste. The product is incredibly nutritious and healthy, which is why it is always popular in cooking, traditional medicine, weight loss methods and cosmetology, in particular, in face and hand skin care.
How does amaranth oil work?
The effectiveness of this product lies, first of all, in the effect of squalene on the cells of the dermis (this beneficial substance is much more than in other oils of vegetable origin, - for example, in olive - only 0.2–0.8% squalene, while in amaranth - 8%). By the way, squalene was discovered in 1916 in shark liver, and later scientists were able to find this substance in wheat germ oil, linseed, cottonseed, olive and amaranth oils.
A colorless viscous liquid is one of the main components of the dermis (skin), having a beneficial effect on it:
- Promotes sufficient moisture and protects the skin;
- Prevents the development of cancer cells;
- Saturates skin cells with oxygen;
- Prevents the penetration of free radicals, thereby slowing down skin aging.
Amaranth oil in cosmetology is ...
- An effective regenerating (regenerating) and rejuvenating agent that can be used for fading facial skin and the elimination of fine mimic wrinkles.
Add oil to natural masks as an independent ingredient (1 tbsp each). So, in many recipes, the mandatory use of vegetable oil (for example, olive, peach, almond) is required. You can safely replace any of them with amaranth - the effect will be much better.
Another option for using amaranth oil in cosmetology is adding it to finished products: face creams, hands, masks. Apply a little oil to cleansed skin, massage lightly, and then apply the cream as usual. Stir with your fingers, rubbing until completely absorbed. If we talk about purchased cosmetic masks, then for one composition it is enough to add one teaspoon of amaranth oil.
- A good moisturizing, nourishing and emollient that helps with dehydrated, rough and dry skin of the face and hands.
In its pure form, amaranth oil serves as an alternative to a night face cream or is used as a hand mask (apply a thin layer for 25-30 minutes). Hands after such care will become soft and tender, dryness, irritation will disappear and wrinkles will be smoothed out.
- Prophylactic agent that provides antibacterial protection and rapid healing of the skin (bites, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, neurodermatitis, herpes virus, trophic ulcers, allergic dermatosis). Amaranth oil almost immediately after application reduces pain and speeds up the healing process several times. It is also rich in substances that stimulate collagen production, which is why it is often used to eliminate postoperative scars and scars. Amaranth oil is good for anti-cellulite massage and for protection from ultraviolet rays while sunbathing or visiting a solarium (read about).
Price
The cost of a bottle of 100 ml of amaranth oil is approximately 490 rubles. It is very expensive, because a huge amount of seeds is needed to get it, watch the video below how it is obtained:
Oil can be bought at a pharmacy. Remember that the bottle should only be glass, not plastic - it oxidizes the consistency and displays beneficial properties. A bottle of more than 100 ml - the opportunity to buy a fake! The color should be dark, not light (in the video above, where it is poured into the dish, you can see the color of the fake), otherwise it is diluted with other oils. And remember that the most useful is what was obtained by cold pressing, and not by the CO2 method.
Amaranth is an annual plant of the Amaranth family.
On the territory of Russia, it is often called shiritsa.
There are about 100 types of amaranth. The plant came to us from South America and Mexico.
Amaranth was consumed as early as 8,000 years ago as a grain crop, along with corn and beans.
Later, the plant was brought to North America, India and China.
After the Spaniards conquered South America, the amaranth came to Europe. It was used as an ornamental, fodder and grain crop.
Amaranth ripens quickly. It is ready for use within four weeks after sowing.
If the soil is protected, then the plant will produce a crop for a whole year. Shiritsa is unpretentious, grows during drought, heat and in saline soils.
Today, oil is made from amaranth seeds. It has proven itself in cooking, has become a popular tool in cosmetology.
Short description
The oil has a pleasant smell and nutty flavor. It is used in the preparation of a number of dishes, as it improves their palatability.
Amaranth oil is used to treat and prevent a number of diseases. This is one of the main products for body and face skin care.
Amaranth oil has the following characteristics:
- helps to get rid of acne,
- helps cleanse the pores of the face,
- nourishes the skin, making it softer,
- makes the skin of the face velvety and radiant,
- strengthens hair
- smoothes fine mimic and age wrinkles,
- dries up pimples
- promotes the regeneration of skin cells,
- fights stretch marks
- reduces scars and tightens wounds.
Skin Benefits
1. The oil is successfully used to treat dermatological diseases: eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, herpes lips, trophic ulcers.
2. Amaranth oil heals wounds and burns on the skin. It is enough to apply a little oil to the affected area. It dulls the pain and accelerates the healing of wounds several times.
3. The cosmetic product provides the skin with additional protection against bacteria.
4. The oil is used for dry, dehydrated facial skin, as it has moisturizing and softening properties.
5. Vitamin E and squalene, which are part of the oil, rejuvenate the skin, accelerate cell regeneration.
Thanks to these characteristics, amaranth oil is ideal for the care of mature and aging skin.
Medicinal properties
Amaranth oil helps with many diseases.
It is used for:
- anemia,
- diseases of the cardiovascular system,
- dental problems (periodontal disease, stomatitis),
- diabetes,
- obesity.
It contributes to the fight against diseases:
- urinary system,
- gynecological diseases.
Amaranth oil is suitable for disorders of the nervous system. It can be used to restore the immune system, after prolonged illness or long-term use of antibiotics.
Chemical composition
Amaranth oil includes a large number of useful substances. Among them are the following components:
The composition of the oil also includes vitamins A, B, D, saturated acids, choline, serotonins, Omega-6 and Omega-9, various trace elements that improve the well-being and appearance of the skin.
Application in cosmetology, recipes
The easiest way to use the oil is to apply it on a clean face instead of a night cream.
After 30-40 minutes, rinse with warm water. But in this case, it is better to use only cold-pressed oil.
If the product was manufactured using a different technology (for example, critical CO2 extract), then its composition changes somewhat.
Oil like this use for a mask is not recommended. It is better to add it to homemade creams or other mixtures.
Anti-inflammatory mask
Take a tablespoon of amaranth oil, mix with two large spoons of freshly squeezed orange juice, add half a teaspoon of lemon.
Apply the mixture on the skin, hold for a quarter of an hour, rinse with warm water. This mask tightens pores, is a good prevention against acne. Ideal for oily skin.
For skin whitening
Take six boiled white beans, mash them into a puree. Add a teaspoon of oil and lemon juice, mix thoroughly.
Apply to face and neck, leave for twenty minutes. Then wash your face. This mask not only brightens, but also nourishes the skin well.
To nourish the skin face, you can make the following mixture: take two large spoons of sour cream, put a large spoonful of amaranth oil.
Spread the mask on your face and lie down for 15 minutes, then wash off the rest of the mixture from your face. This mask is suitable for rough, flaky or rough skin on the face.
Soothing mask
Take a banana slice, mash it into a puree and add a teaspoon of chopped cucumber.
Stir the resulting mixture, pour a small spoonful of amaranth oil into it, apply to the skin.
Lie down with the mixture on your face for 30 minutes.
The mask will help with irritated skin of the face.
Foundation mask
To even out the complexion and get rid of age spots, the following mixture is suitable: take cosmetic clay and amaranth oil in a ratio of 1 to 2.
Mix the mask and apply to clean face. Hold for 15 minutes, then wash your face.
If the slurry turned out to be thick, then dilute the clay with oil with a small amount of water.
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Anti-aging
Take a teaspoon of amaranth oil, mix with the same amount of lemon juice.
Apply to face and leave on for 20 minutes, then rinse off.
The mask will smooth out fine wrinkles, lighten the skin of the face a little.
How to choose a quality
The market offers a wide range of products. Amaranth oil is produced in Russia, Egypt, Latin America and many other countries.
Before buying oil, pay attention to the following recommendations:
If you doubt the quality of amaranth oil, then ask pharmacists or sellers for certificates for this product.
Contraindications and restrictions
There are practically no restrictions on the external use of amaranth oil.
The only contraindication- individual intolerance to the product, leading to allergic reactions.
These include people suffering from diseases of the digestive system (pancreatitis, peptic ulcer and cholelithiasis, indigestion, a tendency to diarrhea) and with high cholesterol in the vessels.
Amaranth oil has a number of useful properties. This is an excellent natural remedy that promotes healing of the skin of the face.
Oil fights acne and age spots. It cleanses the pores of the face, nourishes the skin, improves its condition.
Amaranth oil is a part of many cosmetics. From it you can independently make masks for the face and neck. It is used for all skin types.
Amaranth is a herbaceous annual plant that is grown for both industrial and ornamental purposes. The plant has beautiful "carved" leaves, so it can often be seen in flower beds. It has long been known about the healing properties of amaranth, because it is not for nothing that its name in Greek means "immortal". The oil prepared from the seeds of this plant is used both in medicine and in cosmetology. Amaranth oil is especially effective against wrinkles.
Product Description
Oil made from amaranth seeds is a real elixir containing a lot of healthy substances. Almost 70% of the oil is represented by valuable polyunsaturated acids, most of all, in the linolenic acid product, it also contains arachidonic, palmitic and other valuable acids.
A little less than 10% of the total composition of the oil is represented by phospholipids, about 8% is squalene, in addition, it contains a lot of vitamin E and phytosterols. In smaller amounts, the product contains other vitamins, as well as minerals, including magnesium, copper, calcium and potassium.
Each of these components has a beneficial effect on the skin. So:
- Polyunsaturated acids saturate the cells with useful substances, as a result of which the epidermis becomes softer, acquires elasticity and even healthy color.
- Squalene is one of the most valuable components of amaranth seed oil. Its main property is the release of oxygen when it reacts with water. This improves the supply of oxygen to the cells. Squalene has an antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect on cells.
- Tocopherol- a very important vitamin for maintaining youthful skin and its healing.
- Phytosterols provide effective recovery of cells in case of damage.
- trace elements necessary to ensure the flow of metabolic processes and maintain cell health.
- Phospholipids ensures the health of the epidermis, normalizing the course of metabolic processes.
Who will suit?
The oil obtained from the seeds can significantly improve the appearance of the skin. This tool provides:
- protection skin, including sensitive, from the appearance of irritation and inflammation;
- softening and additional nutrition;
- rejuvenation, elimination mimic and age wrinkles, increase elasticity;
- cleaning polluted pores and elimination of pimples.
You can use the remedy at any age and with any type of skin, but this remedy will be especially useful to prevent the appearance and removal of traces of age-related changes.
Rules
A cosmetic product will only be useful if it is used correctly. Basic rules for the use of amaranth seed oil:
- oil can be applied undiluted or included in other cosmetics. Since this product is not cheap, the second use case is optimal, then one bottle of the product will last for a long time;
- It is necessary to provide the product with optimal storage conditions. As a rule, the oil is sold packaged in dark glass bottles with a tight stopper. This is the best type of storage container. You can store the product at room temperature, the main thing is to protect it from direct sunlight and excessive moisture. Therefore, do not store the oil on the windowsill or in the bathroom;
- more effective is the application of oil in warm form, but it is important not to overheat the product, as useful substances will be destroyed in it. Do not heat the oil on fire, just leave the dish with the product in a bowl of hot water;
- need to apply oil thin layer, do not try to apply a thick layer, this is a useless consumption of the product;
- you can apply amaranth oil on any areas face and body, including around the eyes. Before applying, you need to thoroughly clean the skin;
- if the oil was applied undiluted or mixed with a cosmetic cream, then it does not need to be washed off.
An hour after application, it will be enough to blot the skin with a paper towel. With the introduction of oil into the composition of cosmetic masks, the mixtures are washed off with water without the use of soap products.
How to apply?
The product can be used in different ways, namely:
- as a means of daily care;
- as a massage oil;
- for compresses;
- for making homemade masks.
Nightly application
You can apply amaranth seed oil to the skin in undiluted form, but since the product is not cheap, many people prefer to mix it with creams. You just need to mix your favorite cream with butter. Proportions - a teaspoon of oil per 50 ml of cream. Beat the mass well, put in a glass jar with a tight lid, store in the refrigerator. Apply every evening for two months, then take a break.
Massage tool
Cosmetic massage is a useful procedure if you master the procedure. self-massage, you can significantly improve the condition of the skin. And to make the massage even more effective, it is combined with the application of amaranth oil.
Lubricate the cleansed skin with warm oil, then begin to perform a massage. After the session, you need to remove the remaining oil with paper towels.
Compresses
Oil compresses are recommended for flabby and dry skin. For the procedure, you need to prepare a piece cotton fabric with holes for eyes and mouth. This base is moistened in slightly warm oil and applied to a cleansed face for half an hour. Then you need to blot your face with a paper towel.
It is useful to carry out such compresses using undiluted amaranth oil. But if this option seems too expensive, then you can use cheaper oil as a base, for example, corn or olive oil, to which amaranth oil is added.
Compositions for cosmetic masks
Often used amaranth anti wrinkle oil, including this product in cosmetic masks. Here are some popular recipes.
Lemon
This composition rejuvenates, smoothes mimic wrinkles, brightens.
It is prepared very simply, you just need to mix equal parts lemon juice and amaranth oil and apply on the prepared skin of the face, excluding the area around the eyes. Wash off after a quarter of an hour.
Remember! This version of the mask is not suitable for skin prone to peeling and dryness. In this case, you can prepare the composition by replacing the lemon juice with rose water.
Honey
The mask softens and moisturizes well. It is necessary to slightly warm a tablespoon of honey and mix it with a teaspoon of amaranth oil. Then add in the yolk and beat. Apply for half an hour.
Curd
The composition smoothes wrinkles, increases the skin's resistance to negative external influences. It will take 50 grams of fresh cottage cheese with a fat content of 5-9%, it must be ground with a teaspoon of sour cream or cream and the same amount of amaranth oil. Apply for a quarter of an hour.
Banana
The composition perfectly moisturizes, restores the elasticity of the skin. It is necessary to mash half a ripe banana to a puree state and mix it with a large spoonful of yogurt or sour cream. Then pour half a teaspoon of amaranth oil and add three drops of cassia ether (Chinese cinnamon). Apply for half an hour.
Gelatinous
This composition perfectly smoothes the skin, saturating it with collagen. Prepared on the basis of edible gelatin.
First you need to prepare the base:
- pour a tablespoon of gelatin with cold water (eight tablespoons), leave to swell;
- then heat the composition, achieving complete dissolution of gelatin, cool;
- pour a teaspoon of almond and amaranth oils into the prepared base, beat;
- apply with a brush in two or three layers.
Sour cream
The basis of the mask is natural rustic sour cream. A spoonful of fermented milk product should be mixed with a teaspoon of amaranth oil, applied for half an hour. This composition is especially recommended for softening weathered, rough skin, prone to peeling.
with avocado
The composition is ideal for dehydrated skin prone to peeling.
It is necessary to take a ripe avocado (half of the fruit is enough) and grind it into a puree. Mix with a teaspoon of amaranth seed oil, add a little starch, achieving the consistency of sour cream. Apply for twenty minutes.
Clay
The cosmetic composition is especially recommended for skin with enlarged pores, prone to inflammation.
It is necessary to take black cosmetic clay and dilute it with boiled water until a cream consistency is obtained. Add half a teaspoon of amaranth oil and three drops of lemongrass ether to the composition. Apply for half an hour.
Bean
The basis of this cosmetic composition is boiled white beans.
It needs to be mashed to get a puree. Add a teaspoon of amaranth oil and the same amount of milk to the beans. Apply on face for a quarter of an hour. This composition perfectly nourishes the skin.
Application for the skin of the eyelids
Amaranth seed oil can be applied undiluted to the skin of the eyelids. The procedure goes like this:
- remove make-up, thoroughly cleanse the skin;
- pour a little oil into the palm of your hand so that it warms up a little;
- immerse the pads of the middle and ring fingers in oil, and begin to “drive” the product into the skin of the eyelids, the massage should be very light;
- after an hour, you need to gently blot the skin with a dry cotton pad or paper towel;
- after the procedure, we do not wash our face for at least an hour and do not go out into the street.
Masks can also be used for the skin of the eyelids. Thick compositions are recommended to be applied to upper and lower eyelid skin(moving eyelid is left free) for half an hour. Then you will need to carefully remove the composition with a damp swab. Liquid and semi-liquid formulations are applied differently. Semi-liquid spread on gauze napkins and applied to the skin, cotton pads are moistened in liquid and squeezed out, applied to the eyelids.
Multiple cosmetic options:
- oatmeal. Cook oatmeal in milk (without salt and sugar). Mix a spoonful of slightly warm porridge and 15 drops of amaranth oil, stir.
- Khlebnaya. Pour the crumb of white bread with warm cream and knead, you should get a semi-liquid gruel, add 10 drops of amaranth oil.
- oily. Mix a dessert spoon of olive oil and flax oil, add half a teaspoon of amaranth oil. Add two drops of rose essential oil.
Who can't apply?
There are practically no contraindications to the use of amaranth seed oil. The only exception is individual intolerance, which is relatively rare.
However, it is not worth the risk, before the first use it is necessary to do skin sensitivity test. Just apply a drop of oil to the area where the skin is thin (most often, the test is done on the crook of the elbow or on the wrist). If during the day there is no negative reaction, then the oil can be safely used for cosmetic care.
Opinion of cosmetologists
Cosmetologists speak positively about the use of amaranth seed oil for home care. This product gives the skin a healthy look and perfectly fights wrinkles. However, experts warn that the use of oil should not be abused, as it is possible to “overfeed” the skin. It is recommended to apply the oil no more than once a day, and after 2 months of use it is recommended to take a break.
Do not forget about the possibility of developing allergic reactions, so be sure to do a sensitivity test before the first application.
Women's opinion
Women who use amaranth oil leave rave reviews about the product.
Alexandra, 33 years old:
I confirm that amaranth oil is an elixir for the face. I use the oil as part of masks, this tool really suited me, the results are pleasing. The complexion has become much better, the greasy shine is gone (I have oily skin), the pimples have almost disappeared.
Marina, 45 years old:
I love everything natural, I think that natural oil is much more useful for the face than creams with preservatives. I have many different oils, and recently I added amaranth to my “collection”. I apply the oil in the evening on cleansed skin, and after a week I noticed that the skin became much more beautiful and younger.
Amaranth oil widely used not only in cooking, but also for cosmetic purposes.
He is most appreciated for his great squalene content(approximately 8%, then much higher than in other oils).
Squalene is one of the main constituents of human skin. It provides skin protection and hydration, enriches its cells with oxygen, slows down the aging process.
In addition, the composition of amaranth oil includes vitamin E in its most active form (most vegetable oils contain vitamin E in a passive form).
Meanwhile, only the active form of vitamin E neutralizes the action free radicals that contribute to its aging and wilting.
Also in amaranth oil can be found vitamins A, D, B1, B2 and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Amaranth oil can bring for the skin great benefit. It can be used in the following cases:
- For sensitive skin protection;
- For making skin velvety and radiant;
- For nutrition and mitigation;
- For smoothing mimic wrinkles;
- For skin rejuvenation and elasticity;
- For pore cleansing;
- For get rid of acne;
- For even skin tone and complexion;
- For scar reduction.
Face masks with amaranth oil
The most effective use of amaranth oil is its use in cosmetic masks.
- For dry skin. You need to mix 2 teaspoons of amaranth oil and 1 tablespoon of honey. The mask is applied for 15 minutes. Wash it off with warm water.
- For oily skin. Mix 2 tablespoons of orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed), half a teaspoon of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of amaranth oil. Apply the resulting mixture on your face with a cotton pad. Hold for 15 minutes and rinse.
- For normal skin. For this mask, mix 1 tablespoon of amaranth oil and 1 teaspoon of cosmetic clay. The mask is kept for 15 minutes and then washed off with warm water.
Methods of using amaranth oil
Amaranth oil for the face can be used in several ways:
- As a moisturizer. You can use amaranth oil in its pure form or add it to your favorite cream. To do this, take 50 ml of cream and 1 teaspoon of amaranth oil. You need to store such a cream in the refrigerator and it is advisable to use it within a month.
- As a mask. It can be applied both in its pure form with a greasy layer, and essential oils and other components can be added to it.
- Can be used for massage. To do this, you need to apply oil on the skin of the face and begin to massage with your fingers along the massage lines.
- As an application on the face. To do this, moisten a paper towel with oil and put it on the entire face or on problem areas.
Reviews on the use of amaranth oil for the face
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Larisa, 29 years old
“I’m still new to oils, just starting to get involved in all this. But my mother has long been using various organic and essential oils for cosmetic purposes. I took amaranth oil from her for a sample.
I added it to my night cream, since in its pure form it did not suit me very much. I did not even expect such a result, to be honest. The skin became smooth, velvety. It feels like I did a course of some procedures in the salon.
The only thing I noticed is cream can not be stored for a long time. Therefore, it is better to have a separate jar and stir a new portion once a week. To all those who have normal, but dull skin, I can safely advise this oil.
Olga, 32 years old
“They brought me amaranth oil as a gift. They said that it is very useful and it can be eaten. But something like this use case did not take root with us. And I started looking other uses.
I read on the Internet that amaranth oil very good for skin. I started doing massages with him a couple of times a week. She simply applied oil to clean skin and did it with her fingers for several minutes, led along the massage lines. I wiped off the excess with a paper towel and went to bed.
I really liked the effect. Even after the first procedure, I noticed a radiance of the skin, and after a month of use, I saw that small wrinkles on the forehead and on the bridge of the nose had disappeared. I've already run out of a bottle as a gift, I'm going to buy a new one soon. Although the price is a little expensive, but the effect is worth it”
Alexandra, 21 years old
“My oily skin often gives me surprises as pimples. Tired of fighting them with creams from pharmacies, I decided to switch to oils. The pharmacist advised me to try amaranth oil. I use it as a base oil and add other essential oils to it. Most often rosemary.
I can’t say that I completely got rid of acne, but they definitely less. Therefore, I will continue to use amaranth oil in the future"
