We have seen the beneficial properties of the oil extracted from hemp seeds in the diet, but that same oil, with its tasty nutty flavour, can be used to treat skin and hair as a natural restructuring and rehydrating agent.

What makes it an important nutrient for our body, also makes it an excellent resource to fight dehydrated skin and dry and damaged hair. In fact, it is its nature rich in Omega3 and Omega6, fatty acids, vitamins and minerals that make it a regenerating and anti-ageing miracle; not to mention its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, really useful for those who have problems with imperfections and acne or those who fear redness from cold and sun exposure. The hemp oil used on the hair restores the hydro-lipid balance andthe skin with the nutrients lost during the day. (It is very effective for counteracting states of profound dehydration due to its vitamin content of group A, B, C and PP as well as minerals such as magnesium and iron.) Also, the gamma-linolenic acid contrasts dry hair and ensures a vigorous growth.

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Olive oil also has a strong nourishing potential, but it is not equally equipped with resources against free radicals and has low soothing efficacy. In addition, hemp oil has a much quicker absorption rate, and unlike that extracted from olives (which is increasingly fat) even when used in purity, it does not leave an oily effect.

The fantastic side of hemp oil is that its best version is also the simplest, most natural and economical: pure oil obtained by cold pressing the seeds that have not undergone any refining process. Although, we must pay attention (as for food products) to use always organic and certified products.

As far as conservation is concerned, it is necessary to try to preserve its beneficial components at best, keeping it at room temperature and not letting it out for too long: in fact, the most effective products based on hemp oil are those extracted and consumed in a short time because this oil is easily perishable when 100% pure.

Here are some do-it-yourself beauty tips that you can use to create a customized line of skin and hair products to suit your every need: it’s easy, you just need hemp oil and some other easily available ingredients.

• A daily routine based on hemp for skin and hair: theprimary use of hemp oil is as a daily moisturizer on the face and body as an emollient and rehydrating agent. Apply on the face morning and evening and on the tips of wet hair after washing to rehydrate them and protect them from the heat of the dryer during styling.
• Daily anti-wrinkle routine for face and décolleté skin: in an empty 100 ml bottle, add 60 ml of hemp oil, 20 ml of rose oil and 10 ml of wheat germ oil. In addition to obtaining a soothing scented oil, you will also have an intensive moisturizer and a very effective mix against free radicals.
• Face and body soothing night-time skin pack: If you have particularly dry and irritated skin (maybe due to the sun or cold exposure), you can resort to this simple mask that combines the moisturizing and regenerating properties of hemp with the soothing and refreshing properties of aloe. After the evening cleansing of the face, apply a generous layer of a 1:1 mix of hemp and aloe gel. The mix will be sticky to the touch, but in the next morning, you will find your skin really refreshed. It also works on the rest of the body!
• Moisturizing and antifungal body routine: by diluting a few drops of tea tree oil extract in the hemp oil, you can amplify the antibacterial and antifungal effect of this product, which effectively counteracts the presence of fungi and fungal infections. This mix is also an excellent ally for those who have problems with bad odours because the bacterial proliferation is kept under control.
• Hair pack against split ends: in the evening before going to bed, apply a large quantity of hemp oil with a few drops of linseed oil in the hair from root to tip. Comb your hair and tie it in a braid. During the night, your hair will have time to absorb the precious nutrients, in the morning wash them with a light shampoo and you will see how they will look refreshed and rehydrated!
• Anti-dandruff hair pack: if you also add 3-4 drops of tea tree oil extract to the previous package (only apply to the scalp) you will have an excellent ally against dandruff. However, be careful not to use this compress too often because the hair can suffer from the presence of tea tree oil. The idea is to perform the treatment once a month, but with constancy.

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