There's a new entrant to the world of natural oils - egg oil, which is said to be good for your hair and skin.
When it comes to tackling hair and skin problems, there's nothing that a natural oil cannot do. And now, the ever-growing list of natural oils, which includes coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, and lavender oil, has a new addition - the egg oil. It is something that you can apply on a weekly basis and be rest assured that your hair and skin is taken care of.
WHAT IS EGG OIL?
Egg oil is extracted from egg yolks which are rich in triglycerides with cholesterol and phospholipids. Several studies have shown that cholesterol is essential for your skin and hair. It absorbs easily into the skin and hair scalp. It also aids in healing dry and damaged skin. Apart from this, egg oil is also rich in essential poly-saturated fatty acids like Omega 3 and Omega 6 which help in maintaining the normal growth of cells.
ADVANTAGES OF EGG OIL FOR YOUR HAIR
Since egg oil contains cholesterol, it helps the oil absorb into the epidermis. It also stabilises and maintains the complex intercellular-skin matrix, allowing the skin to undergo natural repair and rejuvenation. The cholesterol in eggs is an active emollient and helps to moisturise dry hair strands. It helps heal and strengthen the hair shaft by reducing frizz and lending shine and smoothness to your hair. "Being rich in sources of Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, egg oil contains EFA which is a very vital ingredient in the role of hair care. It helps in preventing poor scalp conditions which causes dandruff and hair loss," says cosmetic dermatologist Dr Shuba Dharmana.
ADVANTAGES OF EGG OIL FOR YOUR SKIN
The protein content in egg yolk makes your skin smooth, thereby repairing dryness of your skin. It also improves elasticity of the skin by tightening it. If you've been suffering from acne or any other skin problem, egg oil helps treat this as well. Says Shahnaz Husain, "Egg oil is an excellent cure for acne. Mix this with honey to clear out the blemishes and also make your skin soft in texture." Egg oil works the best in treating fine lines and wrinkles. It contains zinc that helps tighten the pores of your skin and also clear any dust and dirt from the skin's cellular level.
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