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Olive Pomace Oil

Olive pomace, that golden cold-pressed oil is one of the most treasured natural products that is known to have remarkably high nourishing effect and has a never-ending list of uses in cooking, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and even as fuel. Natural Olive pomace is probably one of the first used homemade beauty ingredients that have been used for thousands of years. This Vitamin E-rich beauty powerhouse is highly effective in giving your skin that young, soft, and smooth glow.


History of Olive Pomace in Skincare

The ancient Greeks believed that the olive tree was created by the goddess Athena. King David employed guards to protect Israel's olive groves and warehouses. Ancient cultures used and consumed olive pomace in many forms. It was used as a perfume, an ointment for the dead, soap, and lights. In ancient Greece, athletes ritually scoured it everywhere on their bodies. It has been the fountain of great riches and influence, blessing the noblest of heads from the beginning of time. Olive pomace was used to deliver both medication and cosmetics: Hippocrates called it "the great healer" and Homer "liquid gold", Galen praised it for its positive effects on wellbeing. Egyptians also used Olive pomace as a cosmetic and it is still used in many Mediterranean countries as a characteristic beauty product.


What is Olive Pomace Oil?

Olive pomace is derived from the olive fruit. It is extracted from the solid parts of the fruit (kernel). Unique from the Mediterranean area and extensively used in cosmetic and personal care products. Specific fatty acid distribution with high contents in oleic acid (about 75%) and low linoleic and linolenic acids (about 9% and 1%). It is a stable oil and usually lasts a long time due to its natural content of natural vitamin E (tocopherol) and vitamin A.


Cosmetic benefits of Olive Pomace oil

Olive pomace oil is packed with Vitamin E and K which can come to the aid of several of your hair and skin woes. Here are some benefits of Olive pomace Benefits for skin, hair, and beauty and how to use the wonder oil to your best advantage. Olive Pomace Oil might be considered as an inferior grade for cooking purposes, but it is considered a great ingredient for soap-making, skincare, and hair care products.

1. As a moisturizer

Excellent emollient properties of olive pomace oil give it a high moisturizing effect on the upper layer of the skin and reduce scar appearance giving flexibility. Pomace oil has a disinfecting, cleansing effect on the skin and is used to make many skin care or hair care products. It is also used as a base essential oil in producing mild and creamy olive pomace soap due to its easy saponification. Can be directly applied to the skin after first diluting and it is suitable for treating dry skin, wounds, and various types of skin inflammations. The recommended dosage is between 3 and 10%.

2. As an anti-aging

The presence of polyphenols in olive pomace oil fights the free radicals in your body and slow down the skin aging process.

3. In aromatherapy

Olive Pomace oil is also used in aromatherapy as a carrier oil.


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At Sabounie, our Olive pomace oil-based bath and beauty products offer a contemporary version of the age-old uses of this miracle oil. Get the absolute benefit from our Olive pomace oil-based products geared toward skin sensitivity. Shop now!







 
 
 

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