Olives for Skin Care

WHEN you think of olives, you think of Greek gods, nectar, aphrodisiacs and everything exotic! No doubt that olives have been eaten for years now, and their health benefits are very well known.

- SUPARNA TRIKHA

It has antioxidants that prevent heart attacks, strokes, and plaque build-up. Olives, both green and black, are also known to lower blood pressure as well; they also have anticancerous properties. Olives, in a recent study, have been shown to reduce bone loss and therefore reduce the chances of osteoporosis.

For the skin, olive oil has had remarkable results in treating damaged skin as well as improving and maintaining day-to-day skin. Having antibacterial qualities, antioxidants, and loaded with natural vitamins, olive oil is a heavy oil that helps reduce dryness, wrinkles, eczema, psoriasis and helps cell regeneration. You would be surprised to know that olive oil is fabulous for the hair as it helps reduce frizz, gets rid of dandruff, and helps grow healthier, thicker hair!

Let's get a little deeper into the benefits of olive oil and how you can improve your skin and hair with this remarkable natural oil.

Olive oil for skincare