Olive Oil

What cookin’, good looking? If you’ve ever stepped foot in a kitchen, you’re probably already familiar with olive oil and its dietary benefits. Heralded as one of the healthiest cooking oils, olive oil’s plentiful healthy fats, and antioxidants make it a staple in households around the world. However, these benefits also extend to your hair and skin health! Let’s talk about how we can take olive oil’s benefits beyond diet, and extend its extraordinary properties to your skincare routine. 

First and foremost, if you’re looking for an antioxidant kick, olive oil has one of the highest antioxidant contents around. By binding with your skin cells, these antioxidants provide a defense mechanism against harmful elements, reducing their effects and promoting healthier skin. 

Vitamin E, another essential nutrient for skin health, is abundantly present in olive oil. This vitamin not only acts as a potent antioxidant but also possesses anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties. Whether you're dealing with rosacea, acne, or other skin issues, Vitamin E penetrates deep into the skin, combating redness and swelling. Additionally, regular use of this important vitamin can offer some protection against sun exposure. With up to 1.9 milligrams of Vitamin E per tablespoon, olive oil stands out as a natural and powerful skincare ingredient. 

Moreover, the combination of Vitamin E and high fatty acid content in olive oil makes it an excellent moisturizer. With the help of squalene, a rich fatty acid, olive oil helps protect your skin barrier and promotes hydration. Squalene not only softens and hydrates your skin but also actively retains moisture, giving your skin a bouncier and refreshed appearance.

Olive oil is a natural, clean ingredient that can be made without a lab or harmful additives. We love that even in its simplicity, it packs a real punch of hydration and protection. When combined with other natural ingredients, like maple or aloe in our Sweet Maple Cream Moisturizer, olive oil works wonders to leave you feeling happy and beautiful -- without compromising your health!