All the good ways in which walnut oil can be put to use

Dhwani Vora | Sep 30, 2019, 16:26 IST
Many women depend on essential oils for caring for their skin. And one such essential oil that maintains charm and radiance on your skin is walnut oil. Walnut is packed with omega-3 fats, plant sterols, vitamins A,D and antioxidants. They're used quite much in salads, energy bars, pastas, etc. Not just the nut, but also its oil is used for many purposes and one of them is to achieve glowing skin.

Try using the cold-pressed organic walnut oil as it consists of most nutrients that are important for the skin. The oil consists of many health-boosting qualities and here's how it can help in getting glowing skin.

It helps with signs of ageing: When applied regularly, walnut oil delays ageing and prevents fine lines and wrinkles. The vitamin B that is present in walnut oil prevents premature ageing. It even manages lower stress levels and frees you from stress-causing radicals. The vitamin E makes sure that you have firmer and young skin.

It fights fungal infections: This oil helps in treating fungal infections like athlete foot. The cold-pressed walnut oil can be applied on the affected areas. The infections can even be treated by adding just a few drops of tea tree oil to walnut oil. It's the antifungal properties of the nut that helps in fighting against acne.

It helps with psoriasis: This is one disease where it causes patchy abnormal skin. It's a programmed inflammatory condition that usually is triggered by cold, stress and infections. It very much can be diagnosed by rashes on the scalp or nails. Applying walnut oil to the affected area will help it soothe down.

It reduces dark circles: Stress and sleep deprivation can often result in dark circles and that's when warm walnut oil can help in fading them and soothing the sensitive skin under your eyes. You can massage the lukewarm oil to lighten the skin and in turn makes it healthier and gives your face a natural glow.
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