Oils have always been human skin care products. Even now, they are also the core raw materials of skin care products. Compared with many impermeable mineral oils, synthetic oils (except squalane) and oils mainly containing saturated fatty acids. Animal oil and vegetable oil containing a large amount of unsaturated fatty acids and multivitamins are increasingly favored by the skin care industry, and their status is increasing year by year. The skin care industry is setting off a trend of "using oil to nourish the skin"!

The reason why vegetable oil has extremely high skin care value is mainly because it has both efficacy and penetrability:

1. Efficacy:

The content of vegetable oils Multivitamins are required for skin metabolism. Vitamin A, vitamin C, and especially vitamin E play an important role in preventing dry skin and preventing abnormal keratinocyte renewal;

Among them, linoleic acid among unsaturated fatty acids Linolenic acid and linolenic acid are golden ingredients in skin care. They can prevent keratinocyte dissimilation, promote keratin renewal, prevent and treat skin inflammation, and are antioxidants. Dermatological research has proven that the frequent occurrence of acne and skin inflammation is closely related to the lack of linolenic acid and linoleic acid. relation.

Vegetable oil can replenish the lipid components of the skin barrier, effectively repair the skin barrier, improve dryness, and improve the skin's own ability to moisturize and retain water;

Attachment: (Linoleic acid and linolenic acid are Necessary nutrients for the human body cannot be synthesized in the body and must be taken in from the outside. Medically proven that it can maintain the relative fluidity of cell membranes and ensure normal physiological functions of cells; reduce blood viscosity and improve circulation; regulate blood lipids and clear blood clots. Prevent and improve cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases; it is also an important material basis for the development of children's intelligence and vision. It is also used to prevent and improve Alzheimer's disease, improve immunity and treat tumor diseases)

2. Permeability

In addition to its occlusive properties, plants have good permeability and can penetrate deep into the skin to repair and moisturize.

Vegetable oils with high value for "nourishing skin with oil":

At the same time, some oils containing a high proportion of linoleic acid and linolenic acid: sacha inchi oil, flaxseed oil Seed oil, safflower seed oil, perilla seed oil. Among them, the oil content of American cane fruit is the highest and is widely planted in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan. In addition, rosehip oil, white pond flower seed oil, camellia oil, green thorn fruit oil, jojoba oil, evening primrose oil, argan oil, Sweet almond oil, macadamia nut oil, prickly pear seed oil, grape seed oil, olive oil, etc. are also good skin care oils depending on skin texture and composition characteristics. Vegetable oils also contain antioxidants such as squalene and flavonoids.

For "oil-based skin care", you should choose low-temperature cold-pressed vegetable oils and avoid vegetable oils containing impurities (easy to cause allergies). The sealing properties of vegetable oils are not as good as synthetic oils. In autumn and winter, they should be used in conjunction with other moisturizing products. According to According to the needs of skin condition, choose vegetable oils with different freshness (greasyness) and nutritional components (can also be used in combination)

"Skin care with oil" method:

1. Apply Applying oil directly to the face (body) can give full play to the skin care effects of the oil. Although many skin care products also contain vegetable oil, they are often emulsified at high temperatures, and the unsaturated fatty acids in the vegetable oil are easily destroyed.

2. Orally take vegetable oils that meet food standards, such as citron oil and linseed oil.

How to "use oil to nourish your skin" with dry skin?

After cleansing, apply an appropriate amount of oil on the skin and massage for absorption, then apply moisturizing products, which can not only repair the skin barrier, but also double the moisturizing effect.

How to "use oil to nourish the skin" for oily skin?

For oily skin, the pores are easily blocked by secreted lipids. Vegetable oil can dissolve lipids. You can choose linolenic acid and linoleic acid. After mixing high-content oils with jojoba oil, apply and massage the face for 2 minutes, and then use amino acid cleansing products to remove excess oil. It can not only unclog pores, prevent acne, but also provide gentle skin care.

The first choice for infant skin care is "nourishing the skin with oil":

Infants and young children have a fragile skin barrier and are prone to sensitivity. Plant oils are safe, easy to penetrate and moisturize. Choose linolenic acid and linoleic acid content. It can also prevent eczema and other skin inflammations. For children with eczema, you can use vegetable oil soaked in Roman chamomile (or an appropriate amount of comfrey) to apply to the skin.

For more "oil-based skin care" methods and oil choices, please continue to pay attention!