In professional cosmetology, folk and traditional medicine, as part of home beauty recipes, there are many oils. One of the base, which has a moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating, firming and whitening effect, is currant.
Obtaining and characteristics
Seeds of black currant fruits are rich in valuable vegetable oil. The product, which is used in cosmetology and home beauty recipes, is made from the pomace of a fruit bush by pressing and filtering. At the first stages of production, it is a yellow liquid of a thick consistency, which later dries up. The oil has a subtle currant aroma. The finished product retains its medicinal properties for a year, but it must be stored in a dark place.
Healing properties of oil
Due to the properties of blackcurrant oil, it has a wide range of applications. The oil is a base oil, that is, it goes well with the most commonly used fragrances in perfumery. Particularly goodthe light smell of currant leaves fixes and deepens the aroma of musk, rose, jasmine. In floral, woody and fruity perfumes, blackcurrant oil's primary use is as the heart note of fragrances.
The moisturizing properties of the cosmetic product lie in the fact that the oil restores the barrier function of the skin, effectively delivers moisture to the deepest layers and retains it there, and eliminates peeling. The use of blackcurrant oil will help lighten the skin of the face without harm, get rid of freckles and unaesthetic age spots.
Brittle nails and hair oil strengthens. Another cosmetic product delivers nutrients to the hair follicles, gives a he althy shine to the hair, improves the quality of the nail plate and hair, the elasticity of the keratin scales of the hair.
The oil also has anti-inflammatory and anti-infective properties. The content of gamma-linolenic acid allows you to effectively fight rashes of any origin, acne and acne, helps with dermatitis and neurodermatitis, as well as other dermatological diseases.
Blackcurrant seed oil occupies a special place in cosmetology due to its pronounced rejuvenating effect. It is a strong natural antioxidant, improves skin elasticity and stimulates collagen production naturally. In addition, the cosmetic product gently tones, so it is used in the care of aging skin.
In folk medicine, the oil is used in the treatment of rheumatic pains,puffiness, arthritis in the form of compresses. Inhalations with blackcurrant essential oil help with bronchitis and pneumonia. In addition, the affected areas are lubricated with the substance in various dermatological diseases: eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis.
The healing effectiveness of the oil has been proven by many scientific studies. In addition to its active use in cosmetology and home beauty recipes, it is also recommended as a biologically active food supplement in the treatment of a number of diseases.
A unique combination of nutrients
The oil owes its complex of medicinal properties to the unique composition of useful substances. The main components of currant oil are such vital fatty acids and active substances for the body:
- Omega-6, or linoleic acid, the content of which reaches 50% of the composition. This substance stimulates the processes of cell growth and cell metabolism, contributes to the normalization of hormonal levels, is considered vital for the proper functioning of all organs and systems of the human body.
- Omega-9, or oleic (up to 13% of the composition). Prevents the formation of cholesterol deposits, has antitumor properties and regulates blood sugar.
- Omega-3 or alpha-luteic acid stimulates the body's immune defenses, inhibits the synthesis of melanin in skin cells and has strong antioxidant properties.
- Stearidonic acid is involved in the formation of prostaglandins.
- Sterols,carotenoids, tocopherols, phytoncides.
From the history of currant oil
In the form of essential oil, the currant seed processing product has been used relatively recently, but the odorous properties of the fruit shrub have been known for a long time. And the very name of the plant comes from the old Russian "smorid" - a strong, not very pleasant smell.
Until the seventeenth century, currants were grown in gardens at monasteries. Healing decoctions were prepared from the leaves of the shrub, which were used to treat diseases of the heart and blood vessels, kidneys, general strengthening of the body and increasing immunity. Later, such decoctions and infusions took their rightful place in medicine, as the currant contains a large amount of vitamin C, group B, phosphorus and iron, organic acids, pectin and tannins.
Use in cosmetology
Currant berries pounded into gruel have long been used in cosmetology for skin whitening, removing age spots and freckles, moisturizing, getting rid of acne and rashes of various origins, giving firmness and elasticity. Today, blackcurrant oil is also used in cosmetology. The product can be found in some perfumes, lotions and tonics for problem skin, creams for dry and sensitive skin, sunscreens, moisturizers for hands and nails, anti-aging masks, shampoos and hair masks. It is undesirable to use products containing currant oil, with increased oily skin, in the first four months of pregnancy, in the presence of epilepsy or hemophilia.
Home use
The full range of positive properties of the oil can be appreciated by using some of the beauty recipes where it is used. You can use it to treat minor scratches, irritation and rashes, as part of applications, masks, as a moisturizer to restore hair he alth.
Most blackcurrant oil skin care products are best used at night. In its pure form, the cosmetic is used only for rubbing into nails or cuticles, as well as for very dry skin. In other cases, it is desirable that the proportion of oil in the composition of the product does not exceed a fifth.
You can only take it orally as a dietary supplement from the age of twelve. Permissible dosage: one teaspoon, but not more than twice a day with meals. You can buy blackcurrant oil in the form of capsules at the pharmacy, it is much more convenient for such a reception. The dosage in this case will be about three grams three times a day.
Benefits of black currant for hair
To give your hair a he althy shine and shine, strengthen them, you need to mix blackcurrant and almond cosmetic oil in equal parts. The volume of the composition depends on the length of the hair, if it turns out more than necessary, you can leave the mask for the next time.
Apply almond and blackcurrant oil for hair should be slowly. After the mask is distributed over the entire length of wet hair, you need to continue to rub the oil into the skin with massage movements. This will make the effect of the cosmetic procedure even moremore pronounced, as well as improve blood circulation. Then you should put on a shower cap, wrap your head with a warm towel. After two hours, wash off the composition with warm water and wash your hair with shampoo.
Effective facial hydration
Currant oil is not usually recommended for oily skin, but in this case it is used as part of a mixture of base oils. The base oils include almond, olive, peanut, grape seed, avocado, apricot kernel, cranberry, pomegranate, sea buckthorn, sesame and others. The main expected action of currant oil is the fight against microbes, the return of skin elasticity and a rejuvenating effect.
Skin whitening with currant oil
Judging by the reviews, blackcurrant oil is a proven remedy for mild whitening of facial skin. To get a whitening effect, just mix any moisturizer and a drop of oil. Apply this composition twice a week.
You can also prepare a brightening tonic for facial skin from natural ingredients. You will need a decoction of chamomile or sage, a few drops of blackcurrant oil. For 50 ml of infusion, add five drops of oil. Shake well before each use. The product is applied with a cotton pad along the main massage lines. This tonic is stored in the refrigerator. Many women liked the natural remedy. Oil is inexpensive, and is sold in any pharmacy.
Acne treatment with oil
Oil is used orally to treatacne and other skin problems. In addition, in this form, it strengthens the immune system, which is especially useful in the autumn-spring period. To prepare your own beauty elixir, you will need to mix olive oil (one tablespoon) and currant oil (one third of a tablespoon) in equal proportions. It is enough to take this mixture once a day. The effectiveness of the product is due to the fact that blackcurrant oil contains many useful components that improve the functioning of the body and improve immunity, having a positive effect on the appearance.
Contraindications for use
Before using the oil, it is imperative to visit a doctor. He can not only warn about the presence of contraindications, but also prescribe the correct dosage for a particular case. Oil intake is strictly contraindicated for people who suffer from hemophilia (blood incoagulability) and those who are treated with blood-thinning drugs.
Children under twelve years of age, pregnant and lactating women, the use of oil inside in most cases is contraindicated. You can use the oil if your doctor prescribes it.
Don't get carried away with face and hair masks with currant oil. Instead of a positive effect, you will get increased fat content. It is enough to use masks with this component once or twice a week, but not more often.
Refuse internal reception and external use should be in the event that there isindividual intolerance. Always do an allergy test to make sure you don't have it. A drop of oil should be applied to the forearm, skin behind the ear or wrist. If after 12-24 hours no negative reactions are found, you can safely use the oil.
