Revitalise your skin and hair with wheat germ oil

• Posted by Nandini Devi February 24, 2015 - Filed in Health - ##Wheat germ oil for hair  ##Wheat germ oil for skin  ##Wheat germ oil  - 1,417 views

   

  Revitalise your skin and hair with wheat germ oil

   

  Wheat germ oil can work wonders for the  skin and hair. It is extracted from germ of the wheat grain and is available in the several medical and grocery stores. Its high antioxidant and regenerative properties make it the perfect addition to any beauty schedule.  The oil can be used at home by adding it to the variety of packs and masks. Here are some of the ways you can add wheat germ oil to your beauty routine.

  

  Beats the acne

   

  Wheat germ oil has far-fetched antioxidant properties which work wonders for treating the acne. It is also anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory in nature that acts as the natural barrier against toxins and soothes skin.

  How to use:

  • Take few mint leaves, and some rose water and grind them as a smooth paste.
  • Add 1 tbsp of wheat germ oil to it.
  • Apply a mix onto an affected area.
  • Wash off after 10 minutes .you can also leave this overnight.

   

  Prevents wrinkles

   

  Usual application of wheat germ oil can prevent signs of ageing like wrinkles and fine lines. The oil contains the vitamin E, phospholipids and linoleic acid, all of which stimulate production of collagen and improve an elasticity of the skin. Follow these tips to prevent wrinkles and other signs of ageing.

  How to use:

  • Peel two carrots and boil until they are tender.
  • Mash carrots properly.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of wheat germ oil to carrots and combine the mixture well.
  • Refrigerate a mixture for about an hour.
  • Apply mixture on your cheeks, the area surrounding by your eyes and your chin.
  • Allow it to settle for ½  an hour, then wash it with warm water.
  • Use this pack 3 days per week to see visible results.

   

  Lightens the stretch marks

   

  Wheat germ oil is one of best sources of vitamin E which moisturises a skin and smoothens wrinkles. The amino acids in an oil improve the elasticity of the skin and reduce the harshness of stretch marks.

  How to use:

  • Simply cut the lemon, squeeze out fresh juice and combine it with 2 tbsp of wheat germ oil
  • Now rub it gently onto an affected skin.
  • Keep for about 10 minutes and then wash off with the little warm water.
  • Repeat few times each day to  reduce the appearance of marks.

   

  Heals scars

   

  The fatty acids present in an oil repair the damaged tissue and improve the cell membrane.  The compound ‘allatonin’ present in oil eradicates the inflammatory lesions on the skin.

  How to use:

  • Mash an avocado into the thick paste.
  • Now add 2 to 3 tablespoons of wheat germ oil to it and mix it well.
  • Apply this pack on the face and rinse it off after 20 minutes.
  • Regular use of this pack will yield the positive results.

   

  Conditions the hair

   

  Wheat germ oil can moisturise hair as adding shine, strength and softness to the hair. It increases the blood circulation on scalp and also protects the ends of the hair from thinning & splitting. Also, try these egg packs for shiny and healthy hair.

  How to use:

  • Mix four tbsps of coconut oil with two tbsps of wheat germ oil.
  • Massage it in scalp and hair from the roots to the tips.
  • Allow it to stay for about two hours and wash it off completely with the mild shampoo.
  • Using this twice per week will add that extra shine to the hair.