Mustard oil, unrefined 100 ml

Mustard oil is made from mustard seeds. It is one of the most popular products in Ayurvedic cosmetics. In India, the product is widely used for body and head massage. Mustard oil has a stimulating and refreshing effect. It perfectly nourishes and moisturizes dry skin.

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Cosmetic action:

Mustard oil is intended for facial and body skin care for massage, nourishment, softening, moisturizing the skin, reducing flaking due to sunbathing. Mustard oil is a therapeutic drug with a wide range of therapeutic action. It has antiseptic and antibacterial properties, it has a lot of vitamins A, K and P. It contains carotene, which has a tonic effect.

Recommended for all skin types, especially for dry, flabby, fading and mixedskin. Well absorbed, deeply penetrates into the skin cells, promotes its purification, slows down the aging process. Provides normal function of the epithelium of mucous membranes and skin. Effective in acne and inflammation of the skin. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect in otitis media. It is recommended to take it as a basis for self-massage (warming effect), especially for weight loss. Contributes to the resorption of stagnation.

Natural mustard oil increases the strength, elasticity and permeability of capillaries and blood vessels. Relieves muscle tension. Destroys fungal diseases. It is an effective remedy for the treatment of external wounds, burns: if you, for example, hurt yourself, mustard oil will quickly stop the blood.

Hair care

Mustard oil is an excellent cosmetic product for the care of weak and brittle hair. The oil has cardio-stimulant properties, increases the flexibility and permeability of capillaries. The product improves blood circulation in the scalp, strengthens hair follicles, and stops hair loss, gives them a healthy shine. Cosmetic oil gently lightens light-colored hair, giving it a golden glow. Prevents frizz and split ends, so hair is easier to manage. Therapeutic mustard oil masks intensively revitalize even very dry curls.

Mustard oil is effective in the fight against dandruff. Continuous regular rubbing of mustard oil into the hair prevents early graying.

Using mustard oil for hair

Apply the oil on dry, unwashed hair. Rub it thoroughly into the scalp and hair, carry out the procedure 2 hours before washing your hair. Massage the scalp until you get a mild tingling sensation, this will mean that the microcirculation of hair follicles is stimulated. The product is quite effective.

For medium length hair, you will only need 1 tablespoon of mustard oil. Cover your head with a shower cap and a towel. Then rinse with warm water and shampoo, thoroughly washing the oil from the hair.

The healing effect of mustard oil

The benefits and harms of mustard oil are manifested thanks to its components. This type of vegetable oil contains biologically active substances such as vitamins A, E, D, B3, B4, B6, P, K, vitamin F - polyunsaturated fatty acids, phytosterols, phytoncides, chlorophyll, glycosides, essential oils. This oil also contains a very useful omega-6 linoleic acid, which in combination with omega-3 acids helps normalize the cardiovascular system, improves digestion, maintains an ideal hormonal balance, as well as removes toxins and strengthens immunity.

Mustard oil is a natural antibiotic and has antibacterial, analgesic, antihelminthic, antiviral, antitumor, antitumor, immunostimulant, wound healing and antiseptic properties.

The benefit for the digestive system is manifested due to the B vitamin. The oil stimulates digestion, increases the secretory function of the GI tract and increases the activity of the pancreas and liver. That is why the use of this oil is advised to all those who have problems with digestion and intestinal activity.

The oil also cleans blood vessels in atherosclerosis, promotes the strengthening and elasticity of the walls of blood vessels, so it is a good prevention for hypertensive people.

Also this oil is useful for people with low hemoglobin, as it is involved in the synthesis of substances such as chlorophyll, vitamins B6 and E.

This product is actively used externally to treat the effects of injuries, muscle and joint pain. When used externally, mustard oil is recommended in the treatment of arthritis, polyarthritis, rheumatism, sciatica. It is also used to produce a relaxing massage after active training.

The presence in the oil of beta-sitosterol, vitamin “E”, vitamins “B” has a beneficial effect on the sexual function of men and women. Vitamin “E” is an important element that takes part in the formation of sperm, and is involved in genetic processes that affect the formation of future offspring. The pharmaceutical industry actively uses beta-sitosterol in many drugs for the treatment of prostatitis, adenoma and other diseases of the male sexual system. The same beta-sitosterol together with vitamin “B6” and a complex of unsaturated fats, have a positive effect on the hormonal background of women, and reduce the risk of diseases of the female genital system, including female infertility. It is especially useful for women who have severe and painful premenstrual and menopausal periods.

Mustard oil is useful for pregnant women. The complex of vitamins and useful substances in the composition of this product, especially vitamin “A”, “E” and “F” - contribute to the proper development of the fetus, normalize the proper course of pregnancy. All this contributes to minimize the risks of complications that can occur directly during childbirth. Vitamin “E” and chlorophyll are known to improve the formation of milk in nursing mothers and make it tastier.

Precautions and contraindications: mustard oil may cause irritation in people with very sensitive skin. Due to its constituent erucic and ecosenoic acids that negatively affect the myocardium, people with myocardial diseases can include mustard oil in their diet only after consultation with a cardiologist. Should limit the use of mustard oil to those who have high acidity or found gastric ulcer and 12-peritoneal ulcer.

Storage: in a tightly closed dark container at a temperature not exceeding +18 ° C.