The amaranth plant has been known to people since ancient times. Residents of India and Nepal revered it as a sacred plant, calling it “the grain sent by God.” It was believed that amaranth could bestow strength, youth and longevity. The plant has been known to Europeans since the 16th century, in Russia - since the 30s of the last century.
Of particular value is amaranth oil in cosmetology with unique properties. It is used in cooking, medicine and, of course, in cosmetology. We invite you to consider the properties of this amazing product in more detail and learn how to use it in home cosmetics.
Nature has worked hard to create a seemingly ordinary amaranth plant with unsurpassed properties. The most useful is considered to be amaranth oil, obtained by cold pressing from the crushed seeds of the plant. There is not so much precious liquid - only 10% of the initial mass of plant materials. The components that make up amaranth oil provide the product with unique biochemical characteristics.
Let's consider the composition and properties of amaranth. Among its useful components are the following: 
- Tocotriene. This is the name of vitamin E, presented in a special active form. It is the most powerful natural antioxidant available. This rare vitamin helps to increase the elasticity of blood vessels and activate the growth of new cells. Possessing a powerful regenerating effect, it has a beneficial effect on the skin and helps cope with skin diseases.
- Squalene. Amaranth oil contains 8% squalene! This most valuable component of amaranth is a natural hydrocarbon, carotenoid, and also an analogue of the natural component contained in our epidermis. It has a huge impact on intracellular metabolism, maintains water balance, neutralizes the harmful effects of free radicals, and slows down age-related changes in the skin. In medicine it is used for the complex treatment of cancer.
The composition of this oil reaches 8% squalene, so this oil is very valuable for sunscreen products. In addition, this oil further stabilizes the high content of saturated palmitic acid, so it can be added despite the fact that it contains linoleic acid.
With age, the body's reserves of squalene are depleted, this negatively affects the condition of the skin - various problems arise, the skin ages, and wrinkles appear. Amaranth oil will help to effectively compensate for the deficiency of this valuable substance.
Amaranth oil is rich in polyunsaturated acids, which are essential for our body, increasing capillary permeability and enhancing the natural protection of our cells. The provitamins, minerals, phytosterols, carotenoids and many other beneficial trace elements contained in the oil make it a real elixir of youth and beauty.
The use of amaranth oil in cosmetology
In home cosmetology, amaranth oil is the most valuable assistant. With regular use, this precious liquid will help you get rid of sagging and dull skin and restore its radiance and freshness. The oil copes well with shallow wrinkles, restoring skin tone and elasticity, eliminating dryness and flaking.
The use of amaranth oil has its undeniable advantages, including:
- powerful antibacterial protection of the skin, formation of a protective skin barrier (due to antibacterial properties, increased local immunity and membrane protective action)
- deep hydration and moisture retention by cells
- effective restoration of beauty and youthfulness of the skin
- UV protection
- stimulation of the body's own collagen production
- effective elimination of cosmetic problems - dark circles under the eyes, age spots, acne, stretch marks and scars, peeling skin and swelling, etc.
- complex treatment of skin diseases (seborrheic and atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, neurodermatitis, vitiligo, trophic ulcers, etc.)
- to accelerate the healing of wounds, burns, bedsores, as a good base oil for cosmetic and massage mixtures, promoting the rapid penetration of nutrients and medicinal substances into skin cells and tissues.
Amaranth oil for hair
Recently, amaranth oil has been widely used in cosmetology and, according to many women, has a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair.
It is excellent in shampoos, masks, rinses and conditioners:
- strengthens hair
- gives them shine
- removes dry dandruff
- moisturizes and nourishes the cuticle
- fights dryness and brittleness of hair
- ensures regeneration of the functions of the hair follicle
All these processes provide numerous unique components of healing amaranth oil.
Regular hair care using amaranth oil will help significantly improve its condition, restore healthy shine, strength, and eliminate brittleness and dryness. It is recommended to apply slightly warmed oil to the scalp about 20 minutes before washing. To enhance the effect, massage the scalp a little and warm it with a towel, after wrapping the hair with cling film. You can add other effective and healthy ingredients to hair masks - honey, avocado pulp, yolk, cosmetic clay.
Amaranth oil in face masks
Amaranth oil is successfully used both in home cosmetology and for the production of various cosmetic (and expensive!) products. The product is recommended for use by those with mature and aging skin, as well as those who have problems such as dryness, flaking, pigmentation and others. The oil can be used to moisturize the skin, both in pure form and with other components.
And when lubricating amaranth oil to damaged areas of the skin (wounds, cuts, burns, bites, etc.), the result can be simply fantastic. Almost immediately after applying the oil to the wound, pain is dulled, and healing occurs several times faster.
It is recommended to first test how your skin reacts to this product by applying a little oil to your wrist. If everything is calm, you can use it at night as a mask, instead of cream. The oil is well absorbed, just leave it on the skin for about 30 minutes, and then you can wash with warm water or pat your face with a soft cloth.
You can prepare such masks at home.
For dry facial skin.
- 1 tbsp. spoon of honey;
- 1 yolk;
- 2 teaspoons oil.
Mix the ingredients and apply to prepared facial skin. Leave for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Nourishing anti-aging mask.
- 2 tbsp. spoons of cottage cheese;
- 1 teaspoon of amaranth oil.
Grind cottage cheese with butter. Apply to clean facial skin, avoiding the area around the eyes. Leave for 10-15 minutes, rinse. 2-3 masks per week are recommended.
To be beautiful and well-groomed, it is not at all necessary to visit expensive beauty salons. Regular use of unique natural remedies, including amaranth oil, will help you become irresistible, give you youth and beauty. Amaranth oil has a pleasant smell and nutty taste. The value of amaranth oil can be judged by its prices on the world market. Thus, 10 ml of amaranth oil in the USA costs from $18. Moreover, we can appreciate the efforts of Russian scientists and technologists who have provided our consumers with the opportunity to obtain this unique product at a price 40 times cheaper!
General information about amaranth oil
Color: yellow of varying intensity
Smell and taste: light, nutty-herbaceous
Extraction method: cold pressing from seeds or extraction of seeds in vegetable oil
Physical and chemical indicators:
Color number, mg iodine, no more than: 45
Acid number, mg KOH/g, no more than: 2.5
Refractive index at 20 °C: 1.472-1.473
Density at 20 °C, g/cm3: 0.920-0.925
Peroxide value, mmol O2/kg, not more than: 10.0
Iodine number, g I2/100 g: 132-157
Mass fraction of unsaponifiable substances, %, no more than: 1.0
Saponification number, mg KOH/g: 189-198
Storage conditions and periods: Manufacturers can give different shelf life for their products: from 6 to 12 months. After opening the package, store in a tightly closed container in a cool place (the bottom shelf of the refrigerator is acceptable). Amaranth oil quickly oxidizes in light and upon contact with air. It should not be heated, since the latter leads to the destruction of vitamin F.
Aging facial skin is accompanied by wrinkles, which many would like to get rid of. In pursuit of this goal, women turn to various cosmetics, such as amaranth oil.
The skin loses its freshness, elasticity and firmness not only due to age. Rapid wear and tear occurs due to numerous stresses and worries, poor nutrition, ecology and more.
In order to get rid of wrinkles, you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle and try to avoid nervous tension. Also, the face and body require additional care in the form of masks, compresses and other cosmetic procedures.
Beneficial properties of amaranth oil
The product is used in various fields, including the food industry. Amaranth oil in cosmetology first began to be used in America, when scientists in this country discovered the unique properties of this plant. Canadians also contributed to the promotion of products.
- Protects from sun exposure;
- Eliminates dry skin;
- Rejuvenates;
- Tones;
- Cleanses pores;
- Actively fights acne and pimples;
- Regenerates cells;
- Nourishes, moisturizes.
What and how is it prepared?
America is considered to be the birthplace of amaranth, from the seeds of which oil is prepared. In Russia this plant is known as Velvet. There are many varieties: decorative, food, fodder. There is much debate about which variety is more suitable for cosmetic use. Most are inclined to believe that the most effective type is the one that can be eaten.
In addition to large selected amaranth seeds, for preparation you will also need such a component as unrefined vegetable oil (olive, sunflower and others). All ingredients are taken in equal proportions.
- It is recommended to grind the seeds in a mortar or coffee grinder;
- Then you need to pour the resulting powder into a clean container;
- The oil should be heated a little and pour the crushed seeds into it;
- Stir and set aside in a dark place, maintaining room temperature;
- After a month, the mixture is filtered. The resulting oil is considered ready for use.
Useful composition of the oil
The list of components included in the oil product is quite long. This fact explains why oil is so beneficial for the human body. It is no coincidence that in the Indian language the word “amaranth” meant “giver of immortality.”
- Vitamins: B1, B2, B4, B5, PP, D, E, P;
- Sodium;
- Magnesium;
- Copper;
- Zinc;
- Phosphorus;
- Iron;
- Potassium;
- Calcium;
- Alanine;
- Chlorophylls;
- Bile acids;
- Glutamic acid;
- Lecithin;
- Serotonin;
- Phytosterols;
- And others.
Amaranth contains a record amount of squalene compared to other products, a substance that is part of the skin and is responsible for its pigmentation. Marigold contains more calcium than cow's milk. It is also worth talking in more detail about vitamin E: the product contains it in a form that is quite easily absorbed by the human body.
What skin type should I use it for?
The liquid, used undiluted, can be applied to the face of any skin type. Even sensitive and allergy-prone skin usually tolerates this composition well. The use of amaranth oil for wrinkles around the eyes is widespread, as it is easily absorbed and does not require rinsing. The composition must be applied in a thin layer. A thick coating does not make sense, as it does not contribute to any improvement in the result.
To improve the effect, various masks and compresses are prepared, consisting of several components. Each version of the anti-aging mixture is selected for a specific skin type and depends on the problems that are planned to be solved by the chosen method.
Contraindications for use
The undoubted advantage of this product is the fact that it has virtually no contraindications. The only existing limitation is individual intolerance.
Effect of oil on facial skin and wrinkles
This cosmetic product fights not only age wrinkles, but also expression lines. After the procedure, the face looks fresher and more toned. The components contained in the oil activate and accelerate the regeneration processes of the skin. Renewed healthy cells make up an elastic, tightened surface. Daily use has an effect even on deep wrinkles.
Facial skin preparation
There are relatively few cases of an allergic reaction to the component, but you should still check before use. To do this, you need to apply a small amount of the substance to a not too sensitive area on the body and observe the reaction. The absence of redness, peeling, irritation and other unpleasant symptoms will give the right to call the product in question suitable for a particular person.
Before applying the rejuvenating mask with amaranth oil, the face is first cleansed with lotion and scrub.
Recipes with amaranth oil for wrinkles
Firming masks with added oil are a good option for those people who want to smooth out wrinkles on their face. Properly selected ingredients mutually influence each other, enhancing the effect. Unlike using a homogeneous composition, such mixtures are washed off with water after a certain amount of time.
Mask recipe 1
Two teaspoons of oil are mixed with one tablespoon of honey. The resulting mixture is applied in an even layer to the surface of the face. This composition is suitable for dry skin types. After a quarter of an hour, it is washed off with ordinary warm water.
Mask recipe 2
For oily skin, to the main oil ingredient (2 tablespoons), add two tablespoons of orange juice and ½ tablespoon of lemon squeeze. Like the mask from the previous recipe, the mixture is left for fifteen minutes and washed off.
Mask recipe 3
For normal and combination skin types, the following recipe will be useful. To the 1st (table) spoon of marigold oil, add a teaspoon of cosmetic clay. This composition is not recommended for dry skin. 15 minutes after coating, it should be washed off with water.
Mask recipe 4
A popular mask coating is a gelatin composition. Gelatin granules are poured into hot green tea and mixed well until completely dissolved. When the mixture has cooled, add 12 drops of almond oil and 18 drops of amaranth oil. Keep the mask on your face for half an hour. During this time, it forms a film, which must then be carefully removed. The mask is suitable for the entire face, excluding eyelids.
The main component of amaranth is squalene. And it, in turn, is one of the main components of our skin. The oil is absorbed almost 100% and is unrivaled in the fight against wrinkles, scars, burns, stretch marks and other skin problems! Amaranth oil for facial skin is a panacea for many skin problems.
Amarat oil for face
Amaranth oil for facial skin is not capable of harm, and you can use it daily, in courses. The only drawback of the oil is its price. However, if desired, it can be easily prepared at home.
How to prepare amaranth oil for facial skin?
The finished product can be purchased at a pharmacy, or you can make it yourself. To prepare it yourself you will need:
- amaranth seeds (selected, 1 kg)
- olive oil (first pressing, 1.5 l)
- coffee grinder
- pan
- big bottle.
Amaranth oil for facial skin is prepared as follows:: Amaranth seeds are lightly fried in a frying pan. Then they are crushed in a coffee grinder, the resulting flour is poured into a bottle with, mixed thoroughly, and closed with a lid. For the next three weeks, the bottle needs to be shaken (1-2 times a day). The infused product is squeezed out through five-layer gauze, and the extract is stored in a dark place. From this base they prepare rejuvenating face masks that have a simply stunning effect!
IMPORTANT! Self-prepared amaranth oil can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than a month. But if you don’t want to bother with preparing it, pharmacy grade is quite suitable for the recipes described below.
Rejuvenating face mask
Combine amaranth oil (1 spoon) with cosmetic clay (1 spoon), diluted in water to a thick sour cream. Keep the paste on the face for 15 minutes, then wash off with warm water (preferably mineral water). You can repeat the procedure once a week. It is also useful to lubricate the skin with a mixture of amaranth and lemon juice (equal parts) 2-3 times a week.
ADVICE! Amaranth oil can be added to your favorite nourishing creams for the skin of the face, hands and body. You can use it as part of your favorite face masks.
Let's tell you a little about amaranth...
Amaranth oil is obtained from the seeds of this miracle plant by cold pressing, but it happens that other parts (stems, leaves, flowers) are also used for this purpose, in fact, just as there are other methods for obtaining oil (oil or CO2 extraction).
For those who don’t know, amaranth is an annual, herbaceous, and fairly tall plant that has a very interesting appearance.
Its diamond-shaped leaves, elongated at the base, can be green, purple-red, yellow, orange, or lilac. Small amaranth flowers are of the same colors, collected in dense spike-shaped inflorescences resembling panicles. In a word - amaranth is a rather bright and beautiful plant, which is often used to decorate flower beds, flower beds, borders, etc.
Ready-made amaranth oil has a pleasant smell and an equally pleasant nutty taste. Thanks to these qualities, and its incomparable nutritional and healing properties, amaranth oil is very often used in cooking, as well as for the treatment and prevention of many diseases.
But we will consider another option for using amaranth oil for facial skin - in cosmetology, or more precisely, in home facial skin care.
First of all, the effectiveness of amaranth oil on the skin (as we wrote above) lies in the content of a substance such as squalene (about 8%, which is much higher than the percentage of its content in other vegetable oils). And squalene, in turn, is one of the main and main components of the human skin, performing a number of necessary functions.
Namely, it prevents the development of cancer cells; provides sufficient moisture and protection to the skin; enriches skin cells with oxygen and prevents the harmful effects of free radicals on them, thereby helping to slow down the aging process of the skin.
What also determines the uniqueness of amaranth oil is the vitamin E it contains in its most active (tocotrienol) form.
Here I would like to note that most vegetable oils usually contain vitamin E in a passive (tocopherol) form. It is in the tocotrienol form that vitamin E most actively neutralizes the effects of free radicals in the skin, which, as you probably already know, directly contribute to its premature aging.
Well, of course, amaranth oil also contains other beneficial substances and elements that have a beneficial effect on our facial skin. These are provitamin A, vitamins D, B1, B2, polyunsaturated fatty acids and other equally valuable components.
How does amaranth oil affect the skin of the face?
Thanks to squalene and vitamin E, the use of amaranth oil in cosmetic skin care promotes regeneration (restoration) and rejuvenation of the skin, which makes it an excellent product for the care of mature, dull, and tired facial skin with decreased tone.
In particular, amaranth oil for facial skin has a good nourishing, moisturizing, and softening effect, which also allows it to be successfully used on dry, dehydrated, and rough skin.
And what else is famous for the beneficial properties of amaranth oil is in the treatment of dermatological diseases of the skin, such as psoriasis, eczema, neurodermatitis, dermatitis, allergic dermatoses, trophic ulcers, and the herpes virus.
Besides! If you lubricate small wounds, scratches, burns, insect bites and the like with this magical remedy, the result is almost instant! Pain sensations are dulled, inflammation is relieved, and the healing of wounds and burns occurs an order of magnitude faster.
The beneficial properties of amaranth oil have been known since ancient times, and therefore have been carefully studied by modern scientists. In folk medicine it is used for the prevention and treatment of many diseases, and in cosmetology it is successfully used for skin and hair care.
Since the composition of the oil contains many microelements and substances, when using the product for healing, you should study its effect on the body and contraindications so as not to harm your health.
Amaranth oil is a substance obtained by cold pressing, oil or carbon dioxide extraction of grains, leaves, flowers and stems. The benefits and possible harms of its use are still being discussed by researchers in parallel with the breeding of new plant species on all continents.
It is significant that their study results indicate new positive qualities of the product, practically not identifying any health hazards.
The oil is very nutritious and has a number of medicinal properties, which allows it to be used in various fields: from medicine to cosmetology.
The texture is liquid, almost watery, without the thickness and viscosity typical of many oils. Color - from deep yellow to brown, depending on the color of the processed plant and seeds. Its aroma with a bouquet of herbaceous-woody, nutty and bitter notes is very pleasant. The taste of the oil is pleasant and soft, with noticeably nutty undertones.
Amaranth oil: chemical composition
The most valuable chemical composition is the product obtained by cold pressing of plant seeds. Vital and essential fatty acids of the Omega group (linoleic, oleic, linolenic) are 70% of amaranth oil, which bring many benefits to the body's systems and neutralize harm from an unhealthy lifestyle.
Phospholipids make up up to 10% of the substance and have a beneficial effect on the functions of nervous tissue and human metabolism. The antioxidants squalene and vitamin E, which are beneficial for the skin, occupy up to 8% and up to 2% of the substance, respectively. In addition, the product contains vitamin D, calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, copper.
Amaranth oil: benefits and harms, how to take, contraindications
The product can be bought at any pharmacy and used without the use of a doctor, but in order not to cause harm, it is better to know its features.
Amaranth oil: benefits and harms
| Benefit | Harm |
| The components of amaranth oil do not have a specific negative effect, but it can harm people with chronic diseases, high cholesterol levels and individual intolerance to the components of the product. |
Children, pregnant women, elderly and sick people are allowed to take amaranth oil. The benefits and harms described above convince us of the absolute safety of using the product by people of any age, gender and health status.
How to use
Thanks to its properties, the product can be used internally and externally.
Thermal effects on the oil are prohibited; use only in its pure form is permissible.
- Ingestion. The dosage should not exceed two teaspoons for preventive purposes and three for therapeutic purposes. The period of application can last a month, the number of courses is 2-3 per year.
- The pleasant smell and taste allows you to use amaranth oil as a dressing for vegetable salads, cold cuts and porridges.
- In its pure form, half an hour before meals, without drinking.
- Local application:
- In case of inflammatory processes in the oral cavity, it is recommended to lubricate the gums and palate with it.
- In case of thermal damage to the skin, gauze bandages soaked in amaranth oil will come to the rescue - the benefit lies in the soothing and healing effect, such use does not cause harm.
- It can be used to treat sore joints by rubbing into the skin.
- Contains masks for the face, lips and hair to moisturize, enrich with beneficial microelements, regenerate and rejuvenate.
Contraindications
Since the harm of amaranth oil is minimal, and the benefits are obvious, there are not many contraindications to using the product:
- Increased cholesterol content in blood vessels.
- Chronic diseases of the pancreas.
- Chronic pancreatitis - according to the health diet menu prescribed for this disease, all types of oils and fats are excluded, not only amaranth.
- Duodenal ulcer.
- Since the stomach is prone to upset, amaranth oil, like all vegetable fats, has a laxative effect. In this case, if the problem is not critical, you can consume it in moderation, observing the drinking regime.
Amaranth seed oil: beneficial (medicinal) properties
The drug is used for therapy for the following health problems:
- For nervous disorders, the manifestations of which are stress, depression, insomnia, migraines. The restorative and soothing effect is achieved thanks to amino acids, phospholipids, antioxidants and magnesium in the oil.
- For diseases of the gastrointestinal tract - colitis, gastritis, erosions of the gastric mucosa.
- With a liver disease such as cholecystitis. In this case, most fats are excluded from the patient’s diet; amaranth oil will be beneficial if no more than two teaspoons are used per day, otherwise the product may cause harm.
- For diseases of the endocrine system - thanks to squalene, phytosterols and phospholipids, fat deposits are reduced, and the minerals in the oil normalize glucose levels.
- For inflammatory skin processes, use the product locally, which promotes calming and healing.
- To improve vision, taken orally.
- During menopause, during pregnancy and some gynecological problems, the components of the oil regulate the release of hormones.
- For osteochondrosis, osteoporosis and muscle cramps, lubricate the skin in sore areas with oil.
- In case of anemia, iron and other trace elements have a beneficial effect on hemoglobin synthesis.
- For infectious and fungal diseases, amaranth oil also brings benefits and reduces harm from bacterial activity.
- For preventive purposes, to strengthen general immunity, the product is taken orally. It is especially advisable to use it during outbreaks of epidemics, after a course of antibiotic treatment and after suffering severe forms of illness.
Amaranth oil: use for health in folk medicine, what heals
Amaranth oil, the benefits and harms of which were known to traditional healers in ancient times, is widely used in alternative medicine today.
Used to treat diseases:
- Of cardio-vascular system.
- Gastrointestinal tract.
- Liver and kidneys.
- Throat and oral cavity.
- Gynecological.
- Diabetes.
- Osteoporosis.
- Atherosclerosis.
- Malignant neoplasms.
- Obesity.
- Burns.
- Boils.
- Trophic ulcers.
- Psoriasis, which is considered incurable in traditional medicine.
For the treatment of diseases of internal organs, the oil is consumed internally - as part of dishes or in its pure form, up to 3 teaspoons per day.
To combat skin diseases, the product is applied to areas of inflammation several times a day.
Amaranth oil for burns: how to use, treatment
The advantage of using amaranth oil for sun and mechanical burns is that it not only relieves symptoms, but also heals the skin, unlike most products. The restoration of damaged cells and their growth occur primarily under the influence of squalene.
Amaranth oil provides only benefits in the treatment of burns, without any harm The pain goes away literally within an hour. There are no secrets to application - a small amount of amaranth oil should be rubbed lightly into the affected area of the skin. Use in the summer season promotes the production of melanin and, as a result, a beautiful, even tan.
Amaranth oil also speeds up the healing process for burns due to contact with very hot objects or substances. A bottle of the product will come in handy for the housewife on the kitchen shelf. The advantage of using this particular oil is the absence of scars after the burn has healed. In this case, you can either rub the oil into the skin or use it internally.
When applying, it is important to maintain hand hygiene.
Why is amaranth oil used by cosmetologists?
The use of cold-pressed amaranth oil for cosmetic purposes has become very popular. The product can be used alone or as part of cosmetic products. Almost all brands use oil in skin care creams, lotions, masks and oil mixes. It is not difficult to prepare cosmetics with amaranth oil at home.
Firming amaranth oil for body
Experts say that the product is very effective for use during anti-cellulite and various types of firming massage. Cosmetologists are unanimous in the opinion that the components of amaranth oil perfectly moisturize, nourish, and promote the healing of stretch marks and scars.
Amaranth oil for facial skin against wrinkles and to prevent aging
Thanks to the powerful antioxidant squalene in this product, you can literally stop time. It smooths out wrinkles and slows down the process of skin aging, so it is suitable for use at any age.
Other components nourish the skin with beneficial substances and restore not only externally, but also from the inside. Cosmetologists believe that it is best to use the product as part of masks. Their recipes are simple and accessible:
- 2 teaspoons of amaranth oil, thoroughly mixed with 30 g of honey - this mixture is suitable for those with dry skin.
- 2 tablespoons of the product mixed with 60 ml of orange and 5 ml of fresh lemon juice - this mask should be used by girls with oily skin.
- A tablespoon of oil with 10 g of any powdered cosmetic clay is an ideal remedy for those with normal skin.
All masks should be applied for no more than 15 minutes and then rinsed off with warm water. No additional skin treatment for moisturizing is required. In addition to this procedure, amaranth oil will be beneficial if used in its pure form, as a cream, for massage and blotting the face with a napkin; harm is excluded for any skin type.
In addition to smoothing wrinkles and preventing aging, regular care contributes to:
- Protect sensitive skin from external irritants.
- Evening out complexion.
- Cleansing pores.
- The skin acquires a velvety texture.
Amaranth oil for acne
The antibacterial effect of amaranth oil helps not only to treat internal viruses, but also to eliminate skin rashes. We are not talking about advanced cases, when a comprehensive examination by a dermatologist, gastroenterologist and endocrinologist is necessary.
But the number of common pimples, acne and scars from them, familiar to all representatives of the fairer sex, can be reduced with the help of this product.
The action of the oil components is aimed at producing collagen and stimulating the development of new healthy cells. The effectiveness is due to the unique ability to penetrate into the deep layers of the skin.
Can be used in several ways:
- Using a cotton swab, apply to pimples and scars - the former will dry out, the latter will heal.
- An alternative to pure amaranth oil is its mixture with tea tree oil in equal proportions. Effective for oily skin and inflamed acne.
- A few drops of oil are added to 50 ml of kefir, the mask is applied to the entire face for half an hour, then washed off with warm water. May be used daily.
- 3-4 drops of amaranth oil are combined with raw chicken protein, 2 drops of lavender oil and 2 rosemary until smooth. Apply to the entire face for half an hour, then rinse with warm water.
According to reviews from girls who have tried these methods, the skin becomes clearer in just 7-10 days.
Amaranth oil for stretch marks
Amaranth oil will be beneficial in the fight against stretch marks and their prevention. There will be no harm to pregnant women, nursing mothers, or women during menopause.
It is recommended to use after intensive scrubbing 2 times a week. Apply with gentle massage movements. It will take a long time to see the effect, but this is a feature of the healing of striae. Only an expensive laser removal procedure will help you get rid of them faster.
Amaranth oil for hair
Many manufacturers of shampoos and hair conditioners use amaranth oil in their composition. This component ensures the supply of oxygen to the local skin. Thanks to this, we achieve:
- Activation of metabolic processes of the local skin.
- Restoring damaged areas and eliminating dandruff
- Normalization of hormonal and fat balance of hair follicles.
Hair becomes strong, shiny, grows faster and falls out less.
In addition to ready-made cosmetics, homemade masks are used:
- Pure Pancake week amaranth is rubbed onto the entire surface of a clean head for 15 minutes, then rinsed off well with warm water.
- 50 ml of oil is mixed with 30 g of honey and 100 g of raw avocado puree until smooth. Apply the mixture to clean, damp hair for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
- To make your hair shine, you need to heat 6 liters of light beer, add the yolk of a medium chicken egg, 50 g of fresh lemon juice and 30 g of amaranth oil, mix thoroughly and rinse your hair with the mixture. After this, rinse with clean water at a comfortable temperature.
Where to buy cold-pressed amaranth oil, in capsules
You can buy amaranth oil in pharmacies or stores specializing in organic products. The second option is more convenient, because the order can be made through the website and the product will be delivered the next day to the buyer’s home or office. The courier arrives anywhere in Moscow, St. Petersburg and its suburbs. The disadvantage of this service is the payment for delivery.
Amaranth oil: price in pharmacies in Moscow and St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg)
The average cost of 100 ml of the product in Moscow and St. Petersburg ranges from 530 to 1250 rubles, depending on the manufacturer and the amount of squalene in it. Amaranth oil from domestic companies is cheaper.
Many pharmacies and online stores offer promotional offers and discounts when purchasing amaranth oil in bulk.
Due to its beneficial properties and rich vitamin composition, amaranth oil is used not only in folk medicine, but also in cosmetology. However, in order not to harm your health, it is important to familiarize yourself with the contraindications before use.
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Amaranth oil has valuable beneficial properties due to the fact that it is obtained by cold pressing by grinding amaranth seeds. The product can be used not only in the treatment of diseases, but also in cosmetology.
Amaranth oil has a unique biochemical composition: it contains up to 70% poly- and monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic, linoleic, palmitoleic, arachidonic), up to 9% phospholipids, up to 8% squalene, approximately 2% each of vitamin E and phytosterols, carotenoids , bile acids, vitamin D, macro- and microelements (copper, magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium).
Amaranth oil can be obtained not only from seeds; other parts of the plant are used for this purpose: flowers, leaves, stems. It has a rather pleasant smell and nutty taste. The product is incredibly nutritious and healthy, which is why it is always popular in cooking, folk medicine, weight loss methods and cosmetology, in particular, in caring for the skin of the face and hands.
How does amaranth oil work?
The effectiveness of this product lies, first of all, in the effect of squalene on the cells of the dermis (this beneficial substance is much greater than in other oils of plant origin - for example, in olive oil there is only 0.2–0.8% squalene, while in amaranth oil there is 8%). By the way, squalene was discovered in 1916 in the liver of a shark, and later scientists were able to find this substance in wheat germ oil, flaxseed, cottonseed, olive and amaranth oils.
A colorless viscous liquid is one of the main components of the dermis (skin), having a beneficial effect on it:
- Promotes adequate hydration and protects the skin;
- Prevents the development of cancer cells;
- Saturates skin cells with oxygen;
- Prevents the penetration of free radicals, thereby slowing down skin aging.
Amaranth oil in cosmetology is...
- An effective restorative (regenerating) and rejuvenating agent that can be used for aging facial skin and the elimination of small expression wrinkles.
Add oil to natural masks as an independent ingredient (1 tablespoon each). Thus, many recipes require the mandatory use of vegetable oil (for example, olive, peach, almond). You can safely replace any of them with amaranth - the effect will be much better.
Another option for using amaranth oil in cosmetology is adding it to finished products: face creams, hand creams, masks. Apply a little oil to cleansed skin, massage lightly, and then apply the cream as usual. Mix with your fingers, rubbing until completely absorbed. If we talk about purchased cosmetic masks, then for one composition it is enough to add one teaspoon of amaranth oil.
- A good moisturizing, nourishing and softening product that helps with dehydrated, rough and dry skin of the face and hands.
In its pure form, amaranth oil serves as an alternative to night face cream or used as a hand mask (apply a thin layer for 25–30 minutes). After such care, your hands will become soft and tender, dryness and irritation will disappear and wrinkles will smooth out.
- A prophylactic agent that provides antibacterial protection and rapid healing of the skin (bites, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, neurodermatitis, herpes virus, trophic ulcers, allergic dermatoses). Amaranth oil almost immediately after application reduces pain and speeds up the healing process several times. It is also rich in substances that stimulate collagen production, which is why it is often used to eliminate post-operative scars and scars. Amaranth oil is good for anti-cellulite massage and for protection against ultraviolet rays while sunbathing or visiting a solarium (read about).
Price
The cost of a 100 ml bottle of amaranth oil is approximately 490 rubles. It is very expensive, since it requires a huge amount of seeds to obtain, watch the video below to see how it is obtained:
The oil can be bought at a pharmacy. Remember that the bottle should only be glass, not plastic - it oxidizes the consistency and removes beneficial properties. A bottle of more than 100 ml means you can buy a fake! The color should be dark, not light (in the video above, where it is poured into the dish, you can see the color of the fake), otherwise it will be diluted with other oils. And remember that the healthiest thing is what was obtained by cold pressing, and not by the CO2 method.
