Apricot oil is one of the most valuable and indispensable components for preparing home cosmetology products. In terms of the content of nutrients, it is considered a real leader. The main part of the elements contained in the product are fatty acids, which saturate the epidermal cells with useful elements. It contains vitamins (E, B, A), which increase elasticity, rejuvenate, and restore firmness. Thanks to vitamin F, which is also contained in the oil, it will be possible to cope with enlarged pores, normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands, and get rid of rashes and acne.
Apricot oil: how it all began
The history of the origin of the well-known and familiar apricot trees still remains a mystery. Some researchers consider the foothills of the Tien Shan to be the historical homeland of apricots, while others consider Tibet. But the Romans and Arabs back in the 1st century BC. e. They called the sweet, aromatic fruits “Armenian apples,” identifying Armenia as the place where the tree appeared. And to Ukraine, for example, “golden fruits” were brought from Persia along with the name zardali (from “zard” - “gold”).
In Ancient Persia, apricots were called “golden fruits,” and in Europe at the same time they were valued at their weight in gold
Be that as it may, it is reliably known that oil pressed from apricot kernels was used in ancient Chinese and Tibetan medicinal practices: it was used to treat tumors, ulcers and various skin lesions, and to treat noses and ears. Europeans fully discovered the possibilities of the healing elixir already in the 1st century AD. e. and since then apricot kernel oil has been used to treat:
- burns;
- trophic ulcers;
- dry dermatitis;
- eczema;
- psoriasis;
- bedsores;
- hemorrhoids;
- prickly heat;
- colds;
- tonsillitis;
- inflammation of the respiratory tract;
- nose diseases;
- gastrointestinal diseases;
- arthritis, arthrosis, rheumatism.
But medicine is not the only area of application for apricot oil.
How to select and store
Buy cosmetic apricot oil in pharmacies or stores that specialize in such products, including online. It is better to order the culinary variety from trusted sellers, in retail outlets with organic food.
It is advisable that the oil be packaged in dark glass bottles . Plastic reduces the cost of the drug, but also impairs the quality of its storage. Conscientious manufacturers make sure that the name is in Latin on the label.
Visually, the oil looks like a homogeneous viscous liquid without sediment or impurities. Shelf life when unopened is up to 2 years. It is recommended to use an open bottle within six months. Apricot oil should be stored in a dark and cool place without temperature changes, without ultraviolet radiation, and away from heating devices. Most often, a refrigerator shelf is used for this purpose.
A spoiled, low-quality product is characterized by an unpleasant, rancid odor. The liquid may become cloudy and have sediment. It is better to throw away such a product.
In pharmacies you can find inexpensive cosmetic apricot oils, packaged in small dark glass bottles:
- Vitateka brand (30 ml, from 60 rubles);
- from the Mirrolla company (25 and 50 ml, 45–80 rubles);
- manufacturer Natural oils (50 ml, about 65 rubles);
- from the St. Petersburg pharmaceutical factory (25 ml, 30–40 rubles);
- Aspera company (30 ml, approximately 140 rubles), etc.
also worth looking for a quality product on the websites of natural oil manufacturers. For example, DolphinCoco offers unrefined, cold-pressed oily extracts that are suitable for cosmetic treatments and oral administration. A 110 ml bottle of apricot oil costs about 370 rubles. There is also packaging of 30 ml. Shelf life: six months from the date of production. The family dairy "Maslodav" prepares raw-pressed butter and sells it in bottles of 100, 200 and 500 ml (cost - 270, 500 and 1200 rubles, respectively).
Extracts from apricot kernels for food use can also be found in an assortment. For example, there are the following options:
- product from the AromaKrym company - cold-pressed oil, unrefined, in a plastic container (0.5 l), price - 650 rubles;
- from the Oil King brand - also cold-pressed, unrefined, in a glass bottle (0.25 l), price - about 400 rubles;
- apricot oil from BIOLIO costs approximately 460 rubles per 0.25 l, etc.
What does apricot elixir consist of?
What we call apricot oil is actually apricot seed oil, cold-pressed from apricot kernels. It is a light yellow transparent liquid with low viscosity and a light pleasant aroma, reminiscent of the mixed aroma of nuts and almonds.
Transparent light yellow apricot oil is obtained from apricot kernels.
The oil is almost 100% composed of a mixture of organic fatty acids:
- Saturated (palmitic and stearic).
- Monounsaturated (palmitoleic and oleic).
- Polyunsaturated (linoleic).
In addition, additional substances are dissolved in apricot oil fatty acids:
- alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) - “vitamin of youth”, ensuring elasticity and firmness of the skin;
- retinol (vitamin A), known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing effects;
- B vitamins, which have wound-healing and protective properties;
- vitamin C is an antioxidant;
- amygdalin (vitamin B17), characterized by high antitumor activity.
And the minerals potassium and magnesium included in the product ensure the ability of cells to retain moisture (potassium) and are responsible for the function and condition of blood vessels (magnesium).
And although the cold-press technology gives a relatively low yield of the finished product (about 48–55%), it allows you to preserve the entire vitamin and mineral complex of the original raw material without changing the composition or destroying individual components.
Distinctive features of the oil
- has no smell
- practically does not cause allergies (But still, before use, it is recommended to conduct a test for individual tolerance to the components. Apply a small amount of oil or mixture to the skin on the bend of the elbow, observe the reaction for 10 minutes. If there is no discomfort, this product is suitable for you)
- light texture, suitable for problematic and oily skin
- is famous for not causing clogged pores
Apricot oil for the face is used quite often in cosmetology. This is due to its rich composition and quick effect. Apricot kernel oil is especially suitable for dry, sensitive and problematic facial skin!
The Amazing Powers of Apricot Oil
It is the diverse chemical composition and high content of oleic (58.8 g per 100 g of product) and linoleic (29.3 g per 100 g of product) acids that make it possible to use apricot oil in cosmetology. After all:
- linoleic acid is a source of energy for tissues, improves their nutrition and increases protective functions;
- Oleic acid is an antioxidant that actively participates in the regeneration of cell membranes, restores the water-fat balance of the skin and effectively moisturizes it.
Therefore, the tool can easily solve problems such as:
- increasing skin firmness and elasticity, softening and moisturizing;
- improvement of complexion;
- smoothing out small wrinkles;
- elimination of inflammatory processes;
- preventing the formation of new wrinkles;
- elimination of peeling and dryness.
Moreover, apricot kernel oil can be used for any skin type and regardless of age: it adapts perfectly to conditions and solves exactly those problems that need to be solved here and now. For this amazing ability, cosmetologists sometimes call this oil “smart”.
Smart apricot oil is suitable for all skin types and people of all ages
Table: effect of apricot oil depending on skin type
| Skin type | Action provided |
| Dry | Softens, moisturizes, removes flaking |
| Fat | Tightens pores, regulates sebum secretion |
| Problematic | Relieves inflammation, reduces itching and redness |
| Combined | Normalizes skin acidity and sebaceous gland function |
| Normal | Tones and saturates with antioxidants |
| Fading | Smoothes, improves color |
| Flabby, aging | Gives firmness and restores elasticity |
| Children's | Soothes irritation, dries out prickly heat and diaper rash |
| Body skin | Helps visually reduce the appearance of cellulite |
And if you are going to use cosmetic oil in skin care for the first time, you should start with “smart” apricot kernel oil: light, perfectly absorbed, non-greasy, multifunctional and suitable even for babies.
Benefits of using it for the skin
Apricot oil, or as it is also called, apricot kernel oil, is a cold-pressed essential extract. Thanks to this production, the maximum amount of useful substances is preserved in the solution: vitamins, microminerals, essential amino acids.
Benefits of apricot oil for facial skin:
- It contains a huge amount of vitamins, the main ones being A, E and C. Thanks to this combination, this is an excellent remedy for eliminating age spots, deep wrinkles, and sagging;
- But the main one in the composition is the almost unique vitamin F, whose percentage content is greater than all other microelements combined. It is responsible for accelerated cell regeneration, which allows you to restore the turgor of the epidermis in the shortest possible time. Also, thanks to its effect, the top layer becomes smoother and roughness is eliminated;
- Amino acids help increase softness. In addition, they help fight toxins. When absorbed, the oil cleanses cells, removing harmful products using the excretory system;
- Minerals (magnesium, zinc, calcium) help enhance the production of collagen and elastane.
Cosmetic apricot oil for the skin of the face and body has found wide use in folk medicine also due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, it is often used for acne and acne.
Apricots
Indications for use of apricot kernel oil:
- Expression and age wrinkles, loss of elasticity, sagging, changes in facial contour due to decreased collagen production;
- Gray complexion, age spots, redness;
- Inflamed pimples, blackheads, comedones and acne. In addition, in some cases, dermatologists prescribe almond and apricot oil against post-acne;
- Apricot is also extremely useful for vitamin deficiency and flaking of the skin;
- The need for deep nutrition of the face. Especially after winter vitamin deficiency.
The product also has contraindications . This is individual intolerance, a manifestation of an allergic reaction, open wounds. It is not recommended to apply any masks to newly squeezed or scratched pimples.
Video: all the benefits of apricot kernel oil
Subtleties of using apricot oil
In order for apricot oil to fully demonstrate its capabilities, it is necessary to take into account some important points when using it.
Basic, not ethereal
Apricot oil belongs to the so-called basic vegetable cosmetic oils. These are natural fats, usually obtained from the most “oily” parts of plants (nuts, seeds or seeds). Unlike essential oils extracted from flowers, leaves and stems of plants, carrier oils are not volatile, do not have a strong aroma and are not aggressive (they can be applied to the skin without diluting anything). Therefore, apricot oil can be used in various ways:
- as an independent care product, replacing the usual ready-made lotions and creams;
- mixed with other oils (for example, linseed, olive, almond, lemon ester, patchouli, etc.) to enhance the desired effect;
- as a component of “homemade” cosmetics (for example, masks);
- as an enriching additive to conventional ready-made cosmetics.
As a rule, when making mixtures, base oils are taken in equal quantities, and essential oils, if necessary, are added carefully and in very measured doses (literally a few drops), strictly following the recipe. This avoids the risk of burns or irritation when using aggressive esters.
By the way, the process of applying the product to the skin is of no small importance for obtaining the desired final result.
Applying Apricot Oil: Process Steps
So, cosmetologists strongly recommend not to neglect the following basic rules:
- Before using apricot oil, thoroughly clean and steam your face (you can use a hot compress for this).
- Apply a small amount of product to your fingertips and distribute it over your face in the direction of the massage lines.
- Using your fingertips, lightly “drive” the product into the skin for one or two minutes.
- Leave the oil on the skin for half an hour.
- Rinse your face with warm water.
- Pat your skin dry with a towel.
But before you reach out for the treasured bottle, you should know something else.
Safety precautions: minimize risks and multiply the effect
There are several important points that must be taken into account by anyone who intends to use apricot oil for cosmetic purposes:
- Although apricot oil has no contraindications and is hypoallergenic, in exceptional cases individual intolerance to the product may occur; Therefore, before you start using it, be sure to conduct a home allergy test.
- Buy oil only in pharmacies or from trusted sellers on the Internet: since the product is quite expensive to produce, it is often mixed with cheaper plum oil, calling this mixture “Apricot oil,” or even replaced with almond oil, which is similar in composition. Prices for the product range from 150–500 rubles per 30 ml, and the higher the cost, the greater the likelihood of purchasing a quality product.
- Store the product in a tightly closed dark glass bottle on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator (or simply in a cool, dark place); This will extend its useful life to a year.
- Use apricot oil as an evening skincare product: it has a strong restorative effect, and the skin is intensively restored and renewed at night.
- Apply the product only to a damp face, otherwise regular use of oil can lead to dry skin (no matter how strange it may sound).
- Do not use the product in summer, when the temperature exceeds 30°C: an oil film in the heat can cause overheating of the skin and lead to clogged pores and inflammation.
- To prepare homemade masks, use only warm apricot kernel oil, heated to 35–40°C in a water bath.
- Apply apricot oil products once a week as a preventative measure and twice a week if your skin requires maximum care.
- To obtain a pronounced and sustainable rejuvenation effect, use courses of 10–12 oil treatments with a break between courses of 2–3 weeks.
To extend the useful life of apricot oil, it must be stored in a cool, dark place, for example, on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.
A home allergy test is a simple procedure to determine if you are intolerant to any drug. You just need to apply a small amount of the product to an area with delicate skin (on the wrist, elbow or neck under the hair) and leave there for several hours. If no allergic reaction (for example, redness, rash, itching) occurs as a result, then you can use the product being tested.
Now, armed with the necessary theoretical knowledge, you can finally move on to the most interesting part - homemade cosmetic recipes based on apricot oil.
Use Cases
Apricot oil is unique and can improve the appearance of any skin type: dry, oily, normal and combination. Before first use, it is better to test a new recipe in an inconspicuous place for the presence of allergens.
Rubbing for tone
To saturate the epidermis with useful substances and maintain a healthy color, a cotton pad is generously moistened with oil, and then wiped over the face. This procedure is recommended to be carried out daily, for example, before bedtime. The composition does not need to be removed or washed off.
Cleansing and makeup removal
Cosmetic oil combines with sebum, after which all dirt is removed along with the composition. This method helps to gently remove makeup, as well as dust and bacteria that have accumulated on the face during the day.
This method allows you not to disturb the water-lipid film and forms an additional protective barrier. The fat balance is restored, the skin becomes clean and moisturized.
Algorithm for removing makeup and cleansing with oil:
- Prepare viscose wipes for removing makeup. Their texture resembles that of wet ones, but they are not impregnated.
- Apply a small amount of oil to one napkin and distribute evenly over the surface.
- Apply it to your face and hold for 10-30 seconds, then wipe all areas of your face, moving along the massage lines.
- Take a little more oil and place the material on your closed eyes (if they are wearing makeup).
- Hold for about a minute and run the napkin over your eyelids and eyelashes from top to bottom as many times as necessary to completely remove the makeup.
- To remove cosmetics in hard-to-reach places, such as the eyelash line, use a cotton swab soaked in cosmetic composition.
- Soak a cotton towel in hot water, wring it out and place it on your face.
- This compress will open all the pores in 30 seconds and allow you to remove the oil film from your face.
- Wash your face with cool water.
Add to ready-made tools
A few drops of apricot oil are added to a tablespoon of any cosmetic product, for example, cream, tonic or mask and used for its intended purpose. This will supplement your favorite product with useful substances and vitamins.
Compress for wound healing
A piece is cut from clean gauze, folded several times and moistened with oil. Then place the tissue on the affected area of the face and leave for about 10 minutes.
Many women have already been convinced that this remedy has a strong wound-healing effect.
Oil washing
Washing with oils has many advantages, but the main one is the absence of the feeling of tightness that often occurs after gels, foams or plain water.
The procedure follows the following instructions:
- Pour a small amount of apricot kernel composition onto your hand and rub it with your palms. You can add a couple of drops of essential oils to the main product to enhance the beneficial effect.
- Using massage movements, distribute the product over the skin of the face, paying attention to contaminated areas.
- After which the oil is removed with paper napkins or a hot towel.
- Rinse your face with warm and then cool water.
Lotions for the area around the eyes
Excellent results and the removal of expression lines can be obtained by applying apricot oil to the area around the eyes. The effect will be visible after just a few procedures.
To do this, the product is heated in a water bath and applied to the skin near the eyes with gentle patting movements. It is better not to carry out such manipulations at night, as the eyelids may swell during sleep.
Massage composition
Apricot kernel extract is rightfully considered the best cosmetic product for mature and aging skin. Its anti-aging properties help to tighten the oval of the face, smooth out wrinkles and thereby hide the true age of a lady.
Complete hydration and nutrition of cells helps improve skin quality. Therefore, the oil is actively used for massage purposes. To do this, it is taken in its pure form or supplemented with essential compounds.
Eye compress
Prevents the formation of new wrinkles and gradually smoothes out old ones.
Mode of application:
- Heat the butter to room temperature.
- Soak two cotton pads in it.
- Turn on relaxing music, choose a comfortable place to lie down in a calm environment.
- Place the compresses on your eyes and rest until you get tired of it.
- Remove excess with a paper towel and wash with cool water.
The secret recipe of Marlene Dietrich and more
Let's start with the simplest thing - using a clean facial skin care product. This way you can get:
- Skin cleanser: simply wipe your face with oil heated in a water bath to 30–35°C.
- Means for washing and toning the skin: add 30 drops of apricot oil to 100 ml of boiled water at room temperature and wipe the skin with the resulting composition.
- A remedy for the prevention and smoothing of wrinkles around the eyes: every other day, apply warmed apricot oil to the area around the eyes.
- A remedy for healing wounds and cracks: soak clean gauze, folded in several layers, with warm apricot kernel oil and make a twenty-minute compress for the problem area (for example, cheeks, forehead, chin).
- Facial Massage: Massage your skin using a few drops of oil for 10-15 minutes. This procedure will help improve your complexion, moisturize the skin, restore its elasticity and radiance, and smooth out wrinkles.
Now let’s complicate the task and consider multi-component cosmetic compositions with apricot oil.
Masks with apricot kernel oil
The possibilities of “smart” oil are so diverse that masks based on it can be divided into three groups:
- Rejuvenating masks.
- Healing and anti-inflammatory masks.
- Masks that improve the overall condition of the skin and even out the complexion.
Table: anti-aging recipes for different skin types
| Skin type | Mask recipe | Time of action | Frequency of application |
| Normal |
| 20 minutes | Once every three days |
| Dry, sensitive |
| 20 minutes | Once every two days |
| Oily, combination |
| 15 minutes | Once every three days |
| All types |
| 15 minutes | Once every three days |
| Skin around the eyes | Mix 15 drops each of apricot, jojoba and avocado oil.
| 30 minutes | Once every two days |
Such masks can successfully fight the signs of aging and fading, evening out the appearance, smoothing out wrinkles, and improving complexion. Of course, in order to restore the lost tone and radiance of youth to the skin, you will have to work hard: only systematic and systematic care can provide a visible result. Unfortunately, you can’t count on a “wow” effect from one procedure.
How to get rid of problem skin
It’s hard to say anything good about problem skin: enlarged pores, constant oily shine, constant rashes and inflammation - there’s definitely nothing to be happy about. But apricot kernel oil can significantly improve the situation, moving problems from the category of “nightmarish” to “tolerable.” Moreover, you can use very easy-to-prepare compositions for this:
- A mixture of equal amounts of apricot oil and jojoba oil, applied to cleansed skin for 20 minutes, will reduce the pain of inflammation.
- A fifteen-minute mask of blue or green cosmetic clay, enriched with a teaspoon of apricot oil, will help get rid of subcutaneous acne.
- A mixture of two teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, a teaspoon of apricot oil and half a teaspoon of liquid honey will reduce shine and normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands. The composition is applied to the skin for 15 minutes, after which it is washed off with warm water. By the way, this mask has a pronounced whitening effect.
- A mixture of a tablespoon of apricot oil and three drops of esters (one drop each of tea tree, lemon and lavender essential oil) will effectively dry out rashes, prevent the occurrence of new inflammations and tighten pores. You can apply this mixture for 15–20 minutes, either spotwise or all over your face (excluding the area around the eyes).
Yes, in this case, too, you can’t count on a miracle of instant healing (it somehow didn’t work out with miracles in our lives). So system, system and again system - and the result will inevitably be achieved.
Nourish, moisturize, whiten
Even if, for some reason (young age, for example, or ideological considerations) you have not embarked on the warpath against ruthless time and do not strive to look younger than your age, you still probably want to look good (because this is an innate trait of all women ). This means you are probably aware of how important it is to nourish and moisturize your skin. For example, with the help of such simple home recipes.
Table: masks to improve overall skin condition
| Mask recipe | Action provided |
| Reduces redness, improves complexion |
| Fights signs of fatigue, lightens spots of various origins |
| Moisturizes |
| Gently removes the top layer of keratinized epidermal cells, restores radiance to the skin, makes it velvety |
| Nourishes |
An oatmeal mask with apricot oil can restore radiance to even the dullest skin.
In fact, the list of masks with apricot kernel oil could be continued for a very long time. But it's time to move on to the promised secret recipe of Marlene Dietrich.
Not just a mask: creams, lotions and scrubs with apricot kernel oil
“Smart” apricot kernel oil works great in homemade anti-aging creams. Moreover, in terms of effectiveness, such products are not inferior to products of expensive and “promoted” brands. Just check.
Cream “Swan's Down” (recipe by Marlene Dietrich)
Unfortunately, it is impossible to prove that this is in fact the secret recipe of the great film actress. But it’s common (and pleasant) to think so. True, the modern formulation of the product uses apricot oil and tea tree ether instead of glycerin and alcohol from the original recipe: such replacements help protect the skin from drying out and enhance the rejuvenating effect of the cream. So:
- Beat the white of 1 egg into a strong foam.
- Carefully mix the whipped egg white and 70 ml of full-fat homemade sour cream (you can use store-bought sour cream with a fat content higher than 20%).
- Add to the mixture 3 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of apricot oil and 40 drops of tea tree ether (yes, exactly 40, since the essential oil will act as a natural preservative).
- Mix all ingredients and place the mixture in a clean, tightly sealed container.
That's it, a light (like swan's down) and effective anti-aging cream, suitable for any skin type, is ready. It should be stored in the refrigerator and used within 2-3 weeks.
Nourishing cream for the eye area
The composition can be considered the “heavy artillery” in the fight against wrinkles under the eyes and “crow’s feet”. It should be used in very small quantities, applied to the skin of the eyelids and the outer corners of the eyes before bed. To prepare the cream:
- Mix 2 teaspoons each of apricot kernel oil and olive oil.
- Add to the resulting mixture 1 teaspoon of rosehip oil and the contents of 2 capsules of aevit oil solution (this is the name of the oil solution of retinol and tocopherol, sold in pharmacies).
- Mix the ingredients, pour the composition into a tightly closed dark glass bottle and store it in a cool, dark place.
Vitaminizing lotion for dry skin
This product will not only saturate dry skin with vitamins, but will also effectively soften it:
- Mix 1 tablespoon of apricot oil with 1 teaspoon of castor oil.
- Add 10 drops of vitamin E oil solution (it is sold in pharmacies) to the resulting mixture.
- Mix the composition, pour into a tightly closed dark glass bottle and store it in a cool, dark place.
In the evenings, wipe your makeup-free face with lotion, and soft, glowing skin is guaranteed.
A balancing, refreshing lotion for oily skin
You can pamper yourself with this luxurious lotion when the roses are blooming. To make it you will need:
- Petals 3-4 roses.
- One tablespoon of apricot kernel oil.
- Two teaspoons of cognac.
- Two teaspoons of boiled water.
The process of preparing lotion is similar to creating a witch's elixir:
- Tear off, wash and dry the rose petals.
- Place the petals in an opaque bowl with a lid.
- Add apricot oil, cognac and water to the rose petals.
- Mix the ingredients very carefully, cover the dish with a lid and place in a dark place.
- Continue to stir the mixture gently once a day for ten days.
- After ten days, pour the resulting product into a tightly closed dark glass bottle and place in a cool, dark place.
Wipe your cleansed face with lotion before bed and your skin will look great.
Apricot-almond scrub for all skin types
This scrub consists of equal parts of heated apricot oil and almond bran and:
- perfectly cleanses the skin surface of dead cells;
- gives it velvety and radiance;
- evens out tone;
- smoothes out small wrinkles;
- removes redness and inflammation;
- regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
To achieve the desired result, lightly massage cleansed facial skin using a scrub for 3-5 minutes, and then rinse off any remaining product with warm water.
A scrub made from almond bran and apricot oil can significantly improve the condition of the skin by cleansing its surface of dead cells, evening out the tone and texture and normalizing the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
Bonus: hand care composition
However, it is not only wrinkles on the face that reveal our age. The skin of the hands that has lost its elasticity, strewn with age spots, makes this even more obvious.
In order not to give treacherous hands a single chance, you can use a composition of equal quantities of apricot oil, wheat germ oil and jojoba oil. Traditionally, such a mixture should be stored in a tightly closed dark glass container in a cool, dark place. And let only your passport know about your age!
Directions for use and precautions
To achieve a truly significant result, try not to neglect the general rules for using the drugs described in the article. By showing a negligent attitude towards this issue, you risk not only not achieving the desired goal, but also seriously aggravating the condition of the dermis. To protect yourself from such a sad outcome, try to rely on the following important stages of using formulas:
- Preparation . Before use, the oil must be heated to 35-40 degrees. To do this, you need to place the container with the product itself in a larger container filled with boiling water.
- Cooking . Usually, based on the product discussed in the article, active formulas with increased fat content are created. To beat such mixtures into a single consistency, it is best to use a regular whisk. Remember that the presence of lumps significantly reduces the effectiveness of the compositions, which is why you should do your best to achieve a homogeneous, even mass.
- Facial cleansing . Before using a lotion mask or a pure product, be sure to treat your face with milk and other products that can quickly remove dirt, dust and makeup residues. There should be no foreign elements on your skin.
- Application . When using the compositions, try to apply them strictly along the massage lines. In this case, the formulas can be distributed both with your hands and with special cosmetology tools. In this case, it is better to avoid the eye area.
- Timing . Each formula has its own specific period of influence. In some cases it can reach 50 minutes. Remember that overexposing your skin to formulas can cause a variety of problems, including irritation, breakouts, itching, and other discomfort.
- Frequency of use . To achieve maximum effect, a course of 10-15 masks is usually sufficient. It is best to conduct sessions 2 times a week. This way you can more carefully influence problem areas of the dermis.
Reviews on the use of apricot oil
Each person on Earth is individual: his thinking style, his behavioral reactions, his fingerprints, the pattern on the iris of his eyes and the biochemistry of his skin are unique. Is it any wonder that the same skincare product delights some and deeply disappoints others? Opinions on the use of apricot oil for cosmetic purposes are also expectedly divided.
I recently started making masks with apricot oil, although my skin is young, it requires care given our ecology, my skin has become softer and my complexion is better
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I smear apricot on my face instead of cream, but once every 2 days, so that I don’t get too used to it. I've been using it for about 2 months. But I didn’t feel much of a difference. Maybe you need to try something else or quit altogether.
Bug
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Unfortunately, no one can give you a 100% guarantee of results from using apricot oil, since this result depends on too many factors: individual characteristics and skin condition, choosing the most suitable recipe, persistence and systematic use of the product. Therefore, until you try, you won’t know. And that's it for sure.
Contraindications, regularity of procedures
Apricot oil used for wrinkles and acne is one of the safest products for the skin. Even long-term use does not cause addiction or side effects. The only contraindication to manipulation is an individual negative reaction to the active components of the product. If, after using the oil, the skin becomes covered with rashes, or unpleasant itching or burning occurs, it is better to choose other products for daily cosmetic procedures.
Despite the safety and gentle effect of oil on the dermis, it is better not to overuse the products. It is recommended to use masks no more than 2-3 times a week - this is enough to get rid of skin defects. It is better to apply the oil in its pure form daily, especially if you need to moisturize the epidermal tissue or eliminate signs of age.
Main advantages
Natural plant component suitable for all skin types. It can be applied not only to the face and around the eyes, but also to eyelashes to strengthen and improve growth.
It relieves inflammation, normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands and prevents the formation of acne scars.
The component extracted from apricot kernels can be used in combination with other cosmetics, as it goes well with different types of components.
Apricot oil is recommended for pigmented skin, thermal burns, psoriasis, eczema and other types of dermatitis.
Reviews
I apply apricot oil to a warm cotton swab and wipe my face in the morning and evening after washing, including the area around the eyes, so the oil also helps strengthen the eyelashes and make them more beautiful. After three days, my face became noticeably prettier and the inflammatory areas calmed down.
Anastella
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I mix apricot oil with tea tree oil in a 1:1 ratio and apply it directly to the rashes. They pass very quickly, most often overnight the situation on the face becomes more favorable. I also add apricot product to clay masks.
Coviello
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Also, in the evening I apply apricot oil to my face, remove the excess with a napkin and go to bed. In the morning the skin is velvety. Probably, those who have oily skin should not do this to avoid acne and irritation.
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It is no coincidence that apricot oil is actively used in facial care. The product has many beneficial properties for the skin, thanks to which the epidermis looks noticeably better with regular use of the product. Interestingly, apricot oil also helps with colds. The main thing in this case is patience, since folk remedies do not act as quickly as pharmaceutical drugs.
The skin around the eyes requires careful care. In the modern world, people are faced with a great negative impact of the environment on their eyes: constant stress from the computer, lack of sleep, vitamin deficiency, improper care - all this affects the appearance of the skin. To eliminate these symptoms and moisturize the dermis around the eyes, natural oils are needed.
What are the benefits of a natural remedy?
The popularity of the oil is due to its environmental purity and the content of a huge amount of useful components and minerals. One bottle of this product is a mixture of polyunsaturated fatty acids that can ensure skin regeneration and affect its health.
In addition, every girl can use apricot oil for the face, regardless of her skin type: the oil is not picky in its choice.
Vitamins A, C, B, F, included in the oil, moisturize the skin, affect its regeneration, increase elasticity and prevent acne, due to the normalization of the sebaceous glands. These are not all the functions of the tool.
The main properties include:
- providing the skin with nutrition and a healthy appearance with an improved complexion;
- rejuvenating and smoothing effect, strong tonic functions;
- softening and moisturizing properties that are aimed at preventing dryness and flaking and accelerating the renewal of dead skin;
- apricot oil stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, and these, as you know, are very important components, because they, in turn, prevent the loss of elasticity;
- antibacterial and antiseptic functions are especially important when dealing with problematic, sensitive skin, because they are aimed at relieving redness and skin inflammation.
In addition to the above properties, the oil can even cope with dermatitis and prickly heat, as well as internal human diseases.
Most often, apricot oil is used in cosmetology for problematic skin, for dehydrated or aging skin, with the slightest dryness, roughness, and sagging. By using the product to nourish sensitive skin, you can get rid of unpleasant side reactions and redness, and using it when caring for combination skin, a person does not have to worry about developing a rash.
A pleasant bonus to all the beneficial properties is the low price of apricot oil for the face.
How to use for the under eye area
The area around the eyes is considered very sensitive and most susceptible to age-related changes. Therefore, apricot oil is very often used for wrinkles under the eyes.
Apricot oil is also used as a makeup remover from the eye area. It not only effectively removes makeup, but also enriches the skin around the eyes with essential nutrients.
Eye compress
Cotton pads are soaked in slightly heated apricot oil and applied to the eyelids. Leave to act for a quarter of an hour. The product eliminates signs of fatigue and prevents the formation of wrinkles around the eyes. Can be used up to three times a week.
Eye mask
Take equal parts of apricot kernel, avocado and jojoba oil. Apply to the upper, lower part of the eyelids and in the corners of the eyes with ring fingers. Leave to act for half an hour, after which remove excess product with a cotton pad using blotting movements.
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Can it be used for prevention?
The natural component effectively fights not only existing fine wrinkles, but also prevents the appearance of new ones, slowing down the aging process. Therefore, the product is recommended to be used for preventive purposes.
It helps maintain youthful and elastic skin for a longer period.
You can use apricot oil as a preventive measure from the age of 25.
Apricot oil is an environmentally friendly product with a composition rich in vitamins and microelements. The product has many useful properties, due to which it is actively used in home cosmetology and traditional medicine. Apricot oil is most often used in facial care because it is suitable for any skin type. For each specific case, there are certain methods of application, after familiarizing yourself with which, you can use the product yourself.
The benefits and harms of apricot kernels
When you decide to taste the core of juicy apricots, you should pay attention to its taste. Sweet kernels can be safely consumed, but eating bitter kernels should be treated with caution. Apricot kernels contain hydrocyanic acid; its excess can cause significant harm to the human body.
Important! Apricot lovers should remember the permissible rate of consumption of apricot kernels: adults - 40 g, children - 20 g of the product at one time.
You should not eat seeds that have been left unused for a long time. The content of toxic substances in such seeds only increases over time. Drying them in the oven or boiling them in boiling water can negate the harmful effects of the seeds. High temperatures destroy toxic substances in the nuclei.
Excessive consumption of seeds can lead to poisoning. Typically in such cases the following symptoms are observed:
- pain and pain in the stomach;
- Strong headache;
- lethargy, general weakness;
- attacks of nausea, stomach cramps.
Severe forms of poisoning entail fainting, surges in blood pressure, respiratory arrest, and convulsions.
Eating seeds
You should not eat apricot seeds in cases where a person has the following pathologies:
- diseases of the liver and thyroid gland;
- diabetes;
- pregnancy or suspicion of it.
Important! Apricot kernels are quite high in calories. They should not be eaten by people who are on a diet or who are overweight.
Small portions of apricot kernels will be beneficial for humans. With their help, you can improve your well-being, and sometimes even cure some diseases.
A significant effect from apricot kernels is achieved in the treatment of such ailments:
- oncological diseases;
- pathologies of the cardiovascular system;
- upper respiratory tract diseases, bronchitis and whooping cough.
The best essential oils
Essential oils have equally effective properties in preventing aging of the skin near the eyes and smoothing out facial wrinkles. The peculiarities of their molecular structure allow these biological components to penetrate into the deep layers and have a powerful systemic effect on the condition of the dermis.
It is impossible to determine exactly which essential oil is better in terms of its characteristics. Good reviews about the effectiveness of using plant extracts in the fight against sagging skin indicate the particular popularity of such phytoessences:
- roses;
- incense;
- sandalwood;
- neroli;
- limetta;
- nutmeg;
- lavender;
- patchouli;
- fennel.
They have anti-aging components, help tighten the skin, stimulate cell renewal, and effectively fight wrinkles. They have tonic, refreshing and regenerating properties, improve skin elasticity.
How do you get it?
Despite its high efficiency, apricot oil in its pure form is very rare today. Its beneficial effect on the human body is officially recognized by dermatology and cosmetology. But manufacturers consider the production of a 100% high-quality product to be very expensive and give preference to other rosaceous plants, the kernels of which contain much more oily substances. Unfortunately, apricot kernels, from which oil is made, contain no more than 30 percent of these elements.
Apricot kernels are pressed by cold pressing. To obtain a kilogram of the miraculous liquid, it is necessary to process more than 27 kilograms of raw materials. To obtain a high-quality product, special screws are used that, at low speeds, do not allow the seeds to heat up, thereby preserving all the nutrients in their composition. The disadvantage of this production is that the yield of oil cake is too large. This is probably why many unscrupulous manufacturers often pass off almond oil as apricot oil, which is much cheaper to obtain.
Did you know? Even primitive people enjoyed the fruits of apricots. The first mention of these fruits dates back to the fourth millennium BC. And although Armenia is considered the area of culture, the healing properties of fruit seed oil were discovered by Chinese healers.
Do not rush to rejoice when, finding yourself somewhere in a store with a good reputation, you see an exclusive bottle with the inscription “Apricot oil”. There is a small share of what you are counting on. oily mixtures of apricot kernels, olives and cherry plums are sold under this name
If you wish, you can also start making this product. Moreover, during summer canning a lot of raw materials are generated. So why not go zero waste?
Did you know? Europeans learned about the existence of apricots thanks to Alexander the Great, who, during a trip to Greece, discovered amazing fruits with aromatic and tasty pulp. In those days they were called “Armenian apples”.
Some experimenters have already tried to master different butter-making techniques and shared their experiences. According to them, the most trouble in this process will be in removing the granular part from the fruit kernels. When the drupe is broken and you have a handful of the necessary raw materials, grind it in a meat grinder and quickly dry it at a temperature of +60 degrees Celsius. For this purpose, it is better to use an electric dryer.
After that, grind the resulting mass with a coffee grinder, sift and pour into a glass container with a lid. Pour refined sunflower or olive oil inside so that its level rises 3-5 centimeters above the apricot pulp. Mix everything well and place the container in a water bath.
Find out more about the composition and benefits of apricot fruits and apricot kernels.
Experienced housewives know that this procedure is carried out using a pan of water, the bottom of which is covered with a towel. Inside there is a jar in which we produce the miracle cure, and this entire structure is put on low heat. Do not bring water to a boil under any circumstances; its maximum temperature should not exceed +70 degrees. Stirring the mixture occasionally, steam it for about 24 hours and make sure that the liquid level in the pan is always higher than the apricot mixture.
After a day, you need to add a little fresh olive oil to the jar. This cycle is repeated three times. Please note that the first plum is the strongest.
Did you know? For many years, Turkey has held the leadership in the export of apricot fruits on the world market. Every year this country collects about 900 tons of fruits and remains out of competition with other exporters.
