Olive oil contains vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin K and vitamin E, according to the International Olive Council. Vitamin E is an antioxidant and has anti-aging benefits, as it helps restore damaged skin cells and prevents UV damage from prolonged sun exposure.
Additionally, the oil contains two other major antioxidants: polyphenols and phytosterols, which help protect skin cells, control the aging process and promotes the production of collagen, which naturally decreases as we age.
Unlike many moisturizers that can clog pores and exacerbate current skin conditions, the oil penetrates deeply into the skin while providing a cleansing effect. The combination of vitamin A and vitamin E in olive oil provides protection and helps repair skin cells from harmful environmental factors. Try out our Daily Face Repair to start.
Using the oil based products can seriously up your exfoliation game. The antioxidants in oil can reach deep into the pores to help remove dead skin cells, dirt, and even blackheads. It can treat and prevent returning acne as it removes excess oil on the face.
One of the best uses of olive oil for skin care is moisturizing. The oil is a natural moisturizer that is easily absorbed into your skin, containing natural lipids which help contribute to your skin’s sebum production, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth. Our Overnight Recovery Cream is a great example.
If you’re acne-prone, using a soap made with the oil may help decrease your acne by killing off the bacteria that causes the acne and removing excess oil.