Grape seed oil. Properties and recipes for use in cosmetology and traditional medicine

A light yellow oil with a greenish tint due to the chlorophyll content, made from the seeds of ripe grapes, has exceptional properties. It is widely used in cosmetology, medicine and cooking. In terms of value, this product, if not superior, then successfully competes with avocado, almond or coconut oil.

Properties

Grape seed oil retains its beneficial properties as much as possible if it is obtained by cold extraction. However, this method is rarely used due to the low yield of the finished product and labor intensity; therefore, another method is widely used - hot. In this case, the bones give much more oil.

Since this oil, it has a high calorie content - 884 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrient content table

There is so much vitamin E in the oil that it is enough to consume only 1 tbsp. oils per day to fully cover the daily intake. In addition, the product contains vitamins A, C, group B, raveratrol, proanthocyanidin, flavonoids, which stabilize the cardiovascular system, improve the condition of hair and skin.

The oil has the following properties:

• removes inflammation;
• strengthens blood vessels;
• supports immunity;
• removes toxins and toxins;
• reduces the level of bad cholesterol in the blood;
• dilates blood vessels;
• improves the appearance of skin and hair;
• participates in collagen synthesis;
• helps to maintain the balance of sex hormones in the body;
• acts as an antiseptic;
• heals wounds and scratches;
• accelerates the skin regeneration process;
• improves digestion.

  

And these are only its main useful properties.

Application methods

Grape seed oil is widely known in medicine, cooking, aromatherapy, but it is especially popular in cosmetology. It can be taken internally, rubbed externally and used as an additive to cosmetics. However, it is necessary to observe quantitative restrictions.

1. When taken orally, you can drink 3 tablespoons per day. oils;
2. For external use, it is allowed to rub in the oil no more than 3 times a day;
3. When added to the cream, use no more than 5 drops. oils.

When eating grape seed oil, you need to take into account that the proportion of all fats should not exceed more than 20% of the norm in the daily diet.

Beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system

Due to the complex of substances contained in the oil, it:

• makes the walls of blood vessels more durable and elastic;
• helps to increase their lumen;
• is the prevention of atherosclerosis;
• lowers cholesterol;
• lowers blood pressure.

  

It is used to treat:

• hypertension;
• atherosclerosis;
• varicose veins;
• hemorrhoids;
• rosacea.

Making butter at home

To get grape seed oil at home, you need to sprinkle clean seeds from ripe grapes on a baking sheet and dry in the oven at low heat - 40 degrees. Then the seeds are ground into powder using a coffee grinder and poured into a 0.5 liter jar. The resulting mass is crushed and poured with sunflower or olive oil by 1 cm.

The oil will gradually be absorbed, so the level will decrease over time. It is necessary to replenish the volume so that the liquid covers the seed powder by 1 cm.After the seeds stop absorbing oil, the jar must be tightly closed and removed for a week in a dark place where the composition must be periodically stirred.

Then the mass is transferred to cheesecloth folded in two layers, and the oil is squeezed into a separate container. With the cake, the infusion procedure is repeated, again filling it with oil and removing the container in a dark place for another 2-3 days. You can take fresh seeds and repeat the procedure.

Impact on digestion

Grape seed oil has specific properties: nutty aroma and spicy taste. It is considered more valuable than sunflower seeds. In cooking, it is used for frying as deep fat (the dishes are healthy and tasty with an appetizing crust), in the preparation of salads, sauces, and in conservation.

It does not smoke in the pan because it has a higher smoke point (216 degrees). Grape seed oil goes well with dishes that include fish, meat, vegetables, and gives them an unusual flavor. You can also add butter to baked goods. Just two drops of oil added to the dough or sauce will add an interesting flavor to the taste.

When using the oil for ingestion, it is necessary to keep in mind the contraindications:

• food allergy;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract in the acute stage;
• shelf life of oil over 12 months;
• storage at high temperature with light access.

Is it possible during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, there are many restrictions on the consumption of certain foods. But grape seed oil is not included in the prohibited list. On the contrary, it has a beneficial effect on the taste of human milk.

In addition, it will help minimize the risk of stretch marks if it is used to care for the skin of the abdomen, thighs, and breasts during the entire period of pregnancy.

Important! Through the pores of the skin, nutrients are absorbed and penetrate into the blood.

Treatment of genital diseases

Grape seed oil (properties and applications in other areas will be discussed below) is useful for both men and women with sexual disorders.

For women, oil will help:

• cope with PMS;
• with signs of menopause.

  

For men, oil intake:

• helps to increase potency;
• reduces the risk of developing prostatitis, prostate cancer, adenoma;
• used to treat erectile dysfunction;
• activates the production of sperm.

How to take oil internally to treat ailments

For the treatment and prevention of diseases, you need to take grape seed oil in a course of 2 weeks. Drink 1 tablespoon daily. oils in the morning, on an empty stomach. After drinking the oil, take a break for 2 weeks and repeat the treatment again.

Application in cosmetology

Grape seed oil (its properties and applications are varied) is used in cosmetology. It is optimal for the care of oily, normal and dry skin, but it is especially suitable for oily skin. It is used in the preparation of compositions for the face and body. Applied as massage oil to cleanse the skin.

Actions that oil has:

• promotes the production of collagen and elastin, thereby tightening the skin;
• fills the skin with moisture and nutrients;
• removes peeling and dryness;
• relieves inflammation, irritation;
• removes the shine of oily skin, normalizes the production of skin secretions;
• increases the regenerative capacity of the skin;
• used to treat rosacea;
• used in formulations for anti-cellulite wrapping;
• helps to narrow pores;
• normalizes metabolic processes in the skin;
• brightens age spots;
• evens out the complexion.

  

Oil is good for hair because it makes them:

• strong;
• soft;
• obedient;
• shiny.

Grape seed oil baths

If you add grape seed oil to the bath, then its fresh aroma will calm the nerves and relax. It has a nourishing effect on the skin, stimulates blood circulation. For a bath, mix 1 tbsp. butter and 3 tbsp. honey. Honey can be substituted with sea salt or added along with honey.

The well-mixed mass is added to the bath. Then they are immersed in water for 20 minutes. After the bath, you do not need to wipe your skin, just get wet. Soap and other cleansers are not used while taking such a bath.

Face oil

Grape seed oil (properties and applications are not limited only to diseases) is effective for the face in its pure form. But in addition to grape seed oil, face care compositions include other ingredients. Moreover, the purpose of the compositions themselves is different. These can be masks, lotions, tonics.

1. Lotion for daily usewhich is suitable for skin care after shower, sunbathing, shaving, and makeup remover is pure grape seed oil. They need to moisten a cotton pad and wipe their skin. You can add 1 drop of essential oil per 15 ml to it. The essential oil is chosen depending on the problem. For example, tea tree oil is a powerful antiseptic and rejuvenating, while peppermint and lemon oils tighten pores. Do not be afraid that the oil will make the skin oily, it is well absorbed and does not leave an oily sheen.
2. Pure oil can also be used as a cream... For this purpose, the heated oil is applied with fingers along the massage lines, and then the remaining oil is removed by blotting the face with a napkin. If the oil is applied to the eye area, black circles under the eyes disappear.

   

3. To make a mask, saturate a napkin with oil, wring it out (oil should not drain) and apply it on top of the face for 20 minutes. Then the napkin is removed and the face is wiped with a cotton swab dipped in water or herbal decoction.
4. If the skin is dry, a mixture of grape seed oil with avocado, jojoba or almond oil in a 10: 1 ratio will help. From essential oils, you can add a few drops of one or more oils to the composition: chamomile, lavender, neroli, orange, fir, rose.
5. From wrinkles a mask made from mixed in equal proportions of avocado oil and grape seed helps, it will be even more effective if you add a few drops of sandalwood oil, neroli or rose to the composition. The composition is rubbed into the skin. Apply to the skin under the eyes with patting movements. After a few minutes, remove the excess oil with a paper towel.

   

6. Take 4 tsp. grape seeds and grind in a coffee grinder to a powder. Add 3 tsp to it. light sour cream, 2 tsp. oat flour (prepared from rolled oats), 12-15 drops. grape seed oil. This composition is applied as a scrub, rubbing in circular motions for about 3 minutes. Then the mixture is washed off and a nourishing cream is applied.
7. 2 tbsp oils are mixed with 1 tsp. extra salt and add 1 drop. lemon essential oil. After mixing the ingredients, scrub the skin for 2-3 minutes, and then rinse with water.

   

8. Purifying scrub mask... Pour 0.5 tbsp. semolina, add 5 tbsp. yogurt, 1 tbsp. grape seed oil and 2 drops.ether (for example, rosemary, tea tree, mint, chamomile - by skin type).
9. The mask will have a nourishing effectmade from several oils, clay and chamomile decoction. Take 0.5 tsp. jojoba oil, wheat germ, 1 cap. pink and jasmine ether, 50 ml of chamomile decoction, 1 tsp. grape oil and 3 tbsp. cosmetic clay.
10. Whitening composition. A simpler recipe involves mixing water and clay, taken in a 1: 1 ratio with the addition of 15-20 drops. grape oil. The mask is applied for 15 minutes and done 1-2 times every 7 days. Wash off with water at room temperature.
11. For aging skin a mask made from butter, yogurt and fresh green peas mixed in a blender is suitable: 2 parts of green peas are taken for 1 part of oil and 1 part of yogurt. The mask is done 2 times a week.
12. Moisturizing. Connect ½ tbsp. homemade yogurt, 1 dl butter, 2 tbsp. lemon juice and any essential oil - 4 drops. After 20 minutes, the mask prepared according to this recipe and applied to the face is washed off the skin. After applying it, the skin becomes hydrated.

    

13. For acne and skin inflammation a mixture of 1 tbsp will help. grape seed oil and 15 drops. ether of the tea tree. Before applying the composition, the face should be steamed. Then the mixture is applied to a cotton pad and rubbed over the face. The mask must be washed off 10 minutes after application with warm water. Then a moisturizer is applied.
14. Banana mask has a nourishing effect on the skin. To prepare it, you need to take an overripe banana and mash it into pulp with a fork. Add 1 tsp to the resulting mass. grape oil. Having kept it on the face for 30 minutes, you need to wash off the composition with cool water.

    

15. For moisturizing dry skin prepare a mask of grape oil and wheat germ oil, mixing the components in equal proportions. Make a mask 2 times a week for 20 minutes.
16. For moisturizing lips, to get rid of dryness and cracks, rub in pure oil 2 times a day.

Body application

Grape seed oil is also great for body care. In particular, it helps to improve the condition of the skin if stretch marks and cellulite are observed.

One of the recipes for wrapping:

1. 1 tbsp plantain leaves are brewed with 100 ml of boiling water. Insist for 15-20 minutes, then filter the broth through cheesecloth. Add 0.5 tsp to the liquid. honey, ginger, nutmeg, and 2 tbsp. oils. After mixing all the components, distribute the mask over problem areas, wrap with cling film and hold for 60 minutes. 10 procedures are performed per month.
2. Fat burning wrap: Combine 2 tbsp. grape seed oil, a few drops of petitgrain and fennel oil. Use the composition for rubbing into the skin of the abdomen for 2 weeks daily.
3. 2 tbsp oil + 5 drops. grapefruit essential oil is mixed and used for anti-cellulite massage.

   

The oil is also used to strengthen and accelerate the growth of eyelashes. It is applied with a brush to the hairs. It should not drain, otherwise it will get into the eyes.

When preparing a mixture that helps against spider veins, you need to warm up jojoba oil (2 tablespoons), add grape seed oil (2 tablespoons), and after cooling, pour in 5 drops. each essential oil: mint, lemon, geranium.

For massage

Grape seed oil is great as a massage oil base.

Both pure oil and mixtures of oils are used, for example:

1. 2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp. peach oil + 5 drops each lemon ether, geranium and fennel oils;
2. 2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp. jojoba oil + 5 drops each ether of patchouli, rosemary, lavender.

The oil is applied to the steamed skin, and rubbed in a circular motion until it is absorbed.

To combat stretch marks, 1 tbsp is heated.peach oil, add 1 tbsp. grape and 1 ml each of rosemary, patchouli, cypress, lavender oils. The mixture is mixed well and rubbed into the skin for 20 minutes.

Hair masks

Grape seed oil (properties and uses for the body and face discussed above) is widely used for hair care. They harden, become silky and acquire a dazzling shine.

Experts suggest using several recipes:

1. Take the yolk of a chicken egg, mix it with almond and grape seed oil, taken 1 tsp each, add ylang-ylang essential oil - 3 caps. After mixing the ingredients into a homogeneous mass, apply the composition to the head and after 45-50 minutes wash off with warm water.
2. You can not do any complex hair masks, but simply rub the oil into the scalp before each wash, leaving it for 15 minutes. Even such a simple procedure will significantly improve the appearance of hair and help get rid of dandruff.
3. Mix in 1 tsp. shea butter, grape seed and castor oil. Use the compound to moisturize and heal the split ends by applying directly to the ends. Keep the composition for 20 minutes.
4. A mask with cognac is suitable for the care of oily hair. Connect 1 tsp. grape seed oil, 2 tsp. cognac and 3 drops. essential oil of rosemary. The mixture is distributed over the hair and left for 30 minutes. After that, the hair is washed with shampoo in running warm water.

   

5. Taking care of dry hair, make a mask with ylang-ylang oil. Mix 4 tsp. grape seed oil, 3 drops ylang-ylang oil and 1 tsp. balm for hair. The mask should be applied to dirty hair. The composition is kept for 45 minutes, then washed off.
6. To accelerate hair growth and strengthen hair, apply a mixture of jojoba oil (2 tsp), grape oil (4 tsp) and rosemary oil (4 drops). They distribute oils along the entire length of the hair, insulate the head and hold the compress for 1 hour. Then apply shampoo to the hair and rinse.

Contraindications and possible harm

When consumed in moderation (and no grape allergy), grape seed oil is not harmful to the body. However, in case of an overdose, there are side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness.

Other contraindications include:

1. Simultaneous administration of drugs for hypertension and high cholesterol.
2. Taking blood thinners.

With frequent use of oil in the composition of face masks and in its pure form:

• clogged pores;
• acne appears;
• hair fall out.

How to store oil

The oil will be stored longest in a dark and cool place. A refrigerator is best suited for this purpose. However, before use, the oil must be removed and left at room temperature to warm up.

What is the best oil to use?

For cooking, you should buy oil in containers of 500 ml and 1 liter. It can be refined or unrefined and is specifically designed for culinary use. Sold in supermarkets.

The highest quality oil is produced abroad, in countries where wine production is located: France, Spain, Greece, Italy.

For cosmetic use, oil is purchased in small dark glass vials with a dispenser.

Experts recommend buying oil from such manufacturers as "Aromatika", "Aspera".

Grape seed oil is a valuable product that cannot be cheap. Thanks to its properties, it cleanses, tightens the skin and evens out its tone.

But it is used not only in cosmetology, but also in cooking, in the treatment of a disease it can be used internally.

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