We all want healthy, beautiful looking skin right? Proper skin care do not only go a long way in enhancing one’s overall beauty and good health but also boost one’s self-confidence thereby making one live a richer, more satisfying and truly successful life. It is however disheartening to know that many opt for synthetic skin care products which is harmful to their skin and hazardous to the environment. Studies have revealed that the most effective ingredients to prevent and treat signs of skin problems are the powerful, natural chemicals derived in plants, flowers and trees. This brings us to sharing with you a natural and healthy skin care regimen.
The fruit, APRICOT has been found to have impressive benefit results for the skin due its the antioxidant compounds. Not only does it have a healthy amount of vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin K associated with healthier skin but the antioxidants such as caffeic acid and various catechins in apricots protect the skin from effects of free radicals which can lead to skin deterioration and signs of premature aging.
Apricot oil, also called apricot kernel oil is thin, slight aroma oil obtained from the dried seeds of the fruit. It is one oil many people do not know exists. Its skin softening effects can be attributed to its high content of vitamin C. It is quickly absorbed by the skin and does not keep the skin oily after being applied. There are two varieties of apricot kernel oil which is used for cosmetic purposes and the other for culinary consumption. It is commonly used in the world of massage. It is versatile and possesses multiple benefits, depending on how one choose to use it.
Apricot oil is not just useful for maintaining the smooth and shiny appearance of the skin but also helps in maintaining skin clarity, suppleness and elasticity. It is often used in beauty products due to its revitalizing and nourishing effects on the skin. Being very mild natural oil, it is used in baby products. Apricot oil is great for dry, irritated skin because of its high content of essential fatty acids and vitamin A. Its moisturizing properties keep your skin cells hydrated and counter act any drying effects associated with exfoliating your skin, providing you with a healthier and softer skin surface. It aids in treating skin conditions like acne, itching, wrinkles, red veins, rosacea and so on.
Now, the exciting news is you can easily make this apricot oil yourself, from the comfort of your home, isn’t that exciting? Sure it is. At least you can be sure of putting something clean and truly natural on your skin and also sure nothing unwanted is added in the process. You save cost and this could be your easy way of making additional income. All you need is your sunflower oil/ olive oil, your apricot seed (exposed to sun for at least 1 week), small pestle, small container, transparent bowl and frying pan/ pot. Are these not readily available? Yes, they are, just in your home.
So, here is how to go about making your healthy apricot oil;
Put your frying pan/pot with a small quantity of water on your gas cooker/hot plate.
Pour your sunflower oil/olive oil into your transparent container. Then put the container inside the water on fire. Allow it boil for 10/20 minutes.
With your small mortal & pestle, pound the apricot seed (please note that the seed must have been separated from the shaft before you pound) then pour the pounded seeds into the oil which has boiled for few minutes. Gently shake so the seeds could properly settle inside the oil.
Once you are done with this process, completely wrap the container with serviette/tissue paper/paper napkin and store in a cool place till the following day. By then, the natural chemicals in the seeds are all out, well mixed with the oil.
The next day, carefully unwrap the container and filter the seeds from the oil. You then pour the oil into your preferred container and you are good to go. Ready for use!
Easy right? You should try it, use and watch your skin glowing and looking healthy. Feel free to share your testimonies with us. We trust you to have one.
