Camellia oil: property and composition

Camellia oil in our region is still very rare. But here Japan and China have been using it for more than one century. In these countries it is used for cooking, both as a cosmetic and in pharmaceuticals.

How do they mine? Known methods

Camellia oil is extracted by two methods. If for use in cooking, the seeds are first fried. For other purposes, raw seeds are used.

For cosmetology and aromatherapy, this vegetable oil is extracted by pressing cold. When using some kind of distillation and extraction, the healing properties disappear, and the quality of the product obtained is much lost.

For the production of oil, seeds are used, but in no case are the vegetable domesi. Cold spinning is done only after the seeds are crushed. Although the technology for this process and not very difficult, but at the same time requires attention and responsibility.

During processing, the raw materials are of different qualities. With additional cleaning, they are lost.

It is believed that the best quality oil is the one that has been least purified.

Since the raw material itself is very difficult to obtain, many manufacturers manage to resort to various tricks in order to increase the quantity of output. At the same time, they do not care very much about quality. The resulting oil can be diluted with technical or added extracts.

Since the oil does not have a pronounced odor, it is almost impossible to immediately understand that it is of poor quality. Before buying it, you need to look at the information by what method it is manufactured and what is the degree of refining.

Quality oil is preserved for a long time, but poor quality after a while becomes rancid. This indicates that either the technology of cooking is violated, or some impurities are added to it. The latter also violated its natural properties.

Composition

Camellia oil contains a large amount of vitamins A, B, E. Also rich in fats, collagen and antioxidants. It is classified as a low-fat oil. It is soft in itself. Its texture resembles oil from grape bones.

This product contains such acids:

- palmitic;

- oleic;

- stearic;

- linoleic;

- Arachidonic.

Properties of the tool

Thanks to oleic acid, camellia oil softens and moisturizes the skin. In addition, it absorbs deeply into the epidermis much easier and faster than other oils. Also, it makes the skin much more elastic, as can be seen by pregnant women. Since the constant use of this product prevents stretch marks.

This oil is considered one of those that differ from other vegetable oils in that they have no contraindications. It can be used for the inflamed, and for dry, and sensitive, and even for children's skin.

Use is allowed at any age for both daily body care and for special. Perfectly suited for the basis in the preparation of essential oils and cosmetics, especially at home.

If the oil is of good quality, then it is perfectly preserved for about two years, but to prolong its quality it is necessary to simply keep it in the refrigerator after it has been opened. In some ways this remedy surpassed the olive oil.

Application of the tool

In undiluted form used during body skin care, massages, rubbing, is added to a variety of masks.

It is recommended to use camellia oil to protect the skin from summer ultraviolet rays, get rid of scars and stretch marks. It is also used for moisturizing, not only the facial skin, but also the entire body. Used to fight wrinkles.

For sensitive and dry skin, this oil is an indispensable tool. In addition, with frequent use for hair, it revitalizes them and gives a special shine.

Camellia oil for hair is applied because of its positive effect on curls:

- it softens them;

- makes it more docile for styling and hairstyles;

- restores shine;

Protects from contaminated environment;

- eliminates brittleness and prevents cross-section of hair tips;

- perfectly moisturizes the dry scalp, while eliminating the inherent itching;

- fights dandruff and prevents its appearance;

- well restores hair after "chemistry" and stains.

Terms of Use

Use oil is best when the hair is a little wet. Correctly it should be done as follows:

1. You just need to clean the washed hair carefully with a towel, while making sure that it is necessarily soft.
2. Then on the surface of the palms, apply a small amount, literally a couple of drops, butter and carefully grind.
3. After this, you need to do a light massage on the head, starting with the skin and ending with the tips of the hair. Start is best taken in places where hair is more dry. Particular attention should be paid to the tips.

When applied to a dry scalp, you need to wait for a while and do not wash off the mask.

Another way to use hair products

To better moisturize and at the same time renew hair, also get rid of tarnish and get silky, you can use this method:

- before washing your head, apply a little of this oil to its skin and the entire length of the hair;

- further put on a shower cap, and on top of it another head turns into a towel;

- in this form to stay for about half an hour, but if desired, you can withstand an hour;

- After the specified time, the mask is washed off with a simple shampoo.

People's opinion

If you read about camellia oil, reviews about it are the most positive. Hair and nails are strengthened. The skin not only moistens, but becomes softer, smooth and supple. Also, the use of oil prevents aging, removes various irritations, eliminates pigment spots. Whitens and smooths the skin tone.

To improve hair, shampoo with camellia oil is perfect. It is not only able to moisturize and give shine, but also contributes to their recovery and nutrition, gives strength and volume. After the first use, the hair gets an unusual shine, which can not be achieved with an ordinary shampoo.

Body Oil

Since oil is rich in antioxidants, for the body it can become an indispensable tool. To use, you need very little of this tool, which must be applied by massage circular motions. Wipe until it is completely absorbed. Use preferably in the morning and in the evening. But if necessary, it is permissible and more frequent use.

For the body with oil, you can achieve:

- full hydration and nutrition;

- softening of coarse skin in places such as elbows, heels, knees;

- smoothing wrinkles, both shallow and deep;

- smoothing the skin at stretch marks and cellulite;

- elimination of small scars, which appeared after a rash of acne.

For nails

If you use oil for nails, you can:

- to achieve softening of dry and brittle nails, as well as cuticle skin;

- get rid of discomfort due to dry skin on fingers and hands;

- get rid of brittle nails, also make them more shiny and smooth.

How to use oil properly? It is best to apply after water procedures. For these purposes, you can use a cotton swab or a disc. It is applied a couple drops of oil. Then it is well rubbed into the nails and cuticles. Make sure that it is well absorbed. After application, it is not necessary to rinse.

After a few such procedures there will be a noticeable significant positive change in this area of the body.

Interesting information about the tool

Camellia tea oil differs from other vegetable oils in its consistency in that its density is slightly less. This makes this tool more effective. Since it is much easier to penetrate deeply into the epidermis.

This oil is considered an excellent antioxidant. It helps to remove toxins and toxins from the human body. With its constant use with food, the body is cleaned. At the same time, natural protective mechanisms restore their work. In addition, such a product normalizes the pressure and has a beneficial effect on the vascular and cardiac systems.

Often in cosmetology, a combination of pomegranate and camellia oil is used. These two components seem to complement each other. Those who used the funds with such components were very pleased with the result. Hair after such products become softer and shiny.