Olive oil: the benefits of this product for the body are undeniable. The Greeks believed in its divine origin and called it “liquid gold.” The Spaniards and Italians have long introduced the divine product into their diet and made it part of the Mediterranean diet. A lot has been written about its miraculous properties.

Even the ancient Greek healer Hippocrates began to use olive oil in medicine.

But what exactly are the benefits of olive oil? What is its advantage? And who can it harm? Let's figure it out now.

Composition and energy value

99% of olive oil is fats that contain oleic and linoleic acids. These are unsaturated fatty acids Omega-9 and Omega-6, they are indispensable for the human body.

Olive oil contains a number of vitamins and minerals important for the body. This:

• Vitamins A, B3, D, E, K, C;
• Sodium;
• Magnesium;
• Phosphorus;
• Potassium;
• Calcium.

The energy value of the oil is 884 kcal/100g.

Daily norm: 2-3 tbsp. l.

Benefits for body and soul

Olive oil is good not only for the body, but also for mental health

The benefits and harms of olive oil are shrouded in some myths: non-existent properties are sometimes attributed to it. You may have even heard that olive oil is the healthiest oil. This is wrong. In fact, neither flaxseed nor sunflower oils are inferior to it. They just have different qualities.

Olive oil and its effect on the human body

“Liquid gold” has a wonderful taste and aroma, but most importantly, it has a positive effect on health.

The cardiovascular system. It is believed that oleic acid reduces the level of so-called “bad” cholesterol and maintains the level of “good” cholesterol. Not all scientists agree with this, and attribute the “effort” to other components of the oil. But no matter what scientific minds decide, the fact remains: consuming olive oil reduces the risk of atherosclerotic plaques and other heart diseases.
Lowers blood pressure, so it is extremely useful for hypertension.

Musculoskeletal. Vitamins K, D, A and E help maintain calcium in the body, strengthening bones and joints.

Digestive. Useful for constipation and hemorrhoids, as it has a laxative effect. The vitamins contained in the oil strengthen the intestinal muscles, and linoleic acid can heal wounds. These are the reasons why it is chosen for the treatment and prevention of gastritis and ulcers.

Vision. The vitamin A content has a beneficial effect on human eyes, improving twilight vision.

Skin, muscles. Linoleic acid accelerates the production of new cells and tissue regeneration, so it is excellent for healing wounds, burns and other injuries. It also helps maintain muscle tone. Vitamin E, a natural antioxidant, prevents skin aging and improves the condition of hair and nails.

Nervous system. Thanks to the vitamin C content, it strengthens the nervous system and promotes the production of anti-stress hormones. Positively affects coordination of movements. In ancient times it was even used to treat mental illness.

Oncology. Scientists have proven that consuming olive oil is an excellent way to prevent cancer, especially breast cancer. This effect is achieved in several ways. First, oleic acid suppresses the gene responsible for the proliferation of cancer cells. Secondly, the antioxidant vitamin E reduces the number of free radicals that damage the body. Thirdly, due to the fact that the product removes toxins from the body, the risk of cell mutations is reduced.

Use on an empty stomach

The benefits of olive oil on an empty stomach have been discussed many times by specialists in traditional and conservative medicine. It is believed that one or two teaspoons of oil, drunk in the morning, help normalize the gastrointestinal tract, remove toxins, and prevent the development of hemorrhoids. Have a positive effect on the heart. This procedure has a good effect on the condition of hair, skin and nails: it moisturizes the skin, strengthens hair and nails, and refreshes and rejuvenates the appearance.

Be careful! This approach is not for everyone! If you have problems with the gastrointestinal tract, oncology or chronic diseases of any type, this procedure may worsen the situation. Therefore, be sure to consult your doctor.

The power of olives for skin and hair

Try applying olive oil to your body and hair - you will be surprised by the results.

The benefits of olive oil for skin are undeniable. Even in ancient times, olive oil was used as a wide-spectrum cosmetic product. It was used:

• as a tanning product;
• for moisturizing;
• for wound healing.

It is suitable for moisturizing all skin types. Even on oily skin it is recommended to apply a little oil: this will reduce the intensity of the sebaceous glands. Basically, recipes based on clay, honey and lemon are popular.

The benefits of olive oil for hair are no less significant. It can smooth out unruly curls, make them softer, and get rid of split ends.

The easiest way: Apply olive oil evenly throughout your hair, paying special attention to the roots, ends and scalp. A light massage during application will not hurt. Leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes, then wash your hair with your shampoo. If the oil is not washed off the first time, repeat the procedure. The mask can be done several times a week.

To enhance the effect, you can use eggs, lemon, honey and other ingredients.

Caution: contraindications and harm

• People suffering from cholecystitis and cholelithiasis should not use it. Since olive oil has a choleretic effect, its excessive consumption can aggravate the course of the disease.
• Also, you should not get carried away with oil if you have problems with the gastrointestinal tract, oncology, or chronic diseases. If you already have health problems, but you are not ready to give up “liquid gold”, do not forget about moderation. The benefits of olive oil for the liver and digestive system will be maximum if you eat 2 tablespoons per day.
• There is a misconception that fried foods in olive oil are not harmful. It is a myth. When frying, any oil changes, releases carcinogenic substances and complicates the functioning of the digestive system. Therefore, for a healthy diet, you should give up frying in favor of other types of food processing: boiling, stewing.
• Even if you are completely healthy, you should not overuse olive oil. The high fat content in this product can provoke the development of fatty liver infiltration, diabetes mellitus and, despite its dietary properties, obesity. So be smart and don't overdo it.

How to choose?

The maximum benefits of olive oil will be if you choose the right product. The main indicator of the quality and usefulness of oil is the amount of fatty acids per 100 grams. The lower this figure, the better.

Let's consider its types according to the method of obtaining:

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil

This product is obtained from fresh olives (harvested by hand) by cold pressing, so it retains all its beneficial qualities as much as possible. The acidity of such oil should not exceed 0.8%. The beneficial properties described above are inherent in this type of oil.

• Virgin Olive Oil

Second cold pressed product. It is inferior in quality to the first type, but is natural and healthy. Its acidity is no more than 2%.

• Olive Oil, Pure Olive Oil, Pomace Oil

These types of oils are obtained by processing the cake with the addition of chemicals. Such oils are cheap, but they are not healthy either. The latter is not allowed to be sold in all countries.

Please note the following:

• the benefits of extra virgin olive oil are greatest;
• high-quality oil must be expensive;
• it should be poured in the same place where the olives are collected;
• if you put it in the refrigerator, natural oil becomes cloudy and a sediment appears; at room temperature it returns to its natural appearance;
• buy small quantities, as the product tends to oxidize.

Bon appetit and more benefits for your health!

And the most curious can watch how olive oil is produced in the video below.

Since ancient times, olive oil has been considered one of the most beneficial vegetable oils in the world; it is called nature's medicine, a gift from the gods. Is it really? Residents of countries where they produce this magical food product and use it every day in their diet maintain beauty, youth and good health for a long time.

Chemical composition of olive oil

Olive oil is produced by squeezing the crushed pulp of fresh olives. From November to March, olives are collected and stored. To obtain pure, high-quality oil, it is very important to harvest and process it as quickly as possible, since after harvest, oxidation of olives occurs very quickly. During oxidation, the quality of the resulting product may deteriorate. Extra virgin olive oil, that is, first cold pressed, consists of mono-unsaturated fatty acids:

• 60-80% of all fatty acids belong to oleic acid, omega 9
• 4-14% linoleic acid, omega 6
• 15% palmitic and other saturated fatty acids (steatico, palmitelaiko)
• 0.01-1% omega 3
• 0.0-0.8% peanut and fragrant

In addition, olive oil contains a number of compounds:

• polyphenols, phenols and phenolic acids
• squalenium (prevent the development of oncology, especially breast cancer)
• terpene alcohols
• sterols and β sitesterol (found only in olive oil and they prevent the formation of cholesterol)
• tocopherols
• Extra virgin olive oil contains vitamins E, A, D, K.

Only first cold pressed oil is considered natural, healthy and of high quality. To preserve the beneficial properties of this product, it should be used only during the first months after production and it should not be subjected to heat treatment, that is, stewed or fried. Many professional chefs around the world, of course, widely use it for frying foods; it is more stable when frying, but at the same time all the beneficial properties of even 100% high-quality oil are lost. If we are talking about the benefits and harms of olive oil, then only fresh, cold-pressed oil for steamed vegetables and cold dishes has its inherent beneficial properties.

Beneficial properties of olive oil

All beneficial properties of the oil are determined by the substances included in its composition. Since olive oil mainly consists of unsaturated fats (oleic fatty acid), using vegetable oil instead of animal fats in a person's daily diet significantly reduces the level of bad cholesterol in the blood (see). And also its moderate consumption helps prevent obesity and cardiovascular diseases.

• Vitamin E, which is part of it, is a highly active antioxidant, which helps the body in the fight against skin aging, improves hair growth and the condition of nails, and prevents the development of cancer.
• Vitamins A, K, D in combination with vitamin E help strengthen tissues, intestinal muscles, and the skeletal system. Therefore, it is very useful for children.
• Phenols, which are present in the oil, strengthen the immune system and slow down the aging process.
• Linoleic acid has a very positive effect on vision, improves coordination of movements, tissue regeneration, and rapid healing of wounds and burns.
• Scientists have proven that oleic acid can stimulate a gene that suppresses the active growth of cancer cells, which reduces the risk of cancer.
• Olive oil is very well, almost 100%, absorbed by the human body.

Olive oil is very useful for the digestive system - it has a mild laxative effect, which allows many people to fight constipation (see), and hemorrhoids. Also, having a moderate healing property, it has a positive effect on the stomach, helping to alleviate gastritis or heal gastric and duodenal ulcers. When following a diet for weight loss, this oil is ideal for weight loss, replacing saturated fats, it helps speed up metabolism and reduces appetite.

One dessert spoon of oil, taken in the morning on an empty stomach, helps cure gastritis or stomach ulcers at the healing stage, as part of complex therapy.

Olive oil has a weak choleretic effect, so it is useful for the prevention of disorders of the biliary tract. Its use helps normalize blood pressure in hypertensive patients, which is why many blood pressure remedies are made from olive leaves. In folk medicine, olive oil is used for back pain by adding it to melted wax and applying it to painful areas (see).

The benefits of olive oil for pregnant women and children are also undeniable. During pregnancy, fatty acids are very necessary for the ideal growth of the fetus, its nervous and skeletal systems, and the baby’s brain. In addition, the fatty acids of olive oil are similar to the fats of mother's milk (8% linoleic acid) and when transferring a baby to a common table and adult food, it is necessary to add it to purees and porridges. One of the causes of various skin diseases in children is a deficiency of linoleic acid in the body - consuming olive oil can replenish it.

This product is also very beneficial for the skin - it does not cause allergic reactions, is easily absorbed, but does not clog pores, has a rejuvenating effect thanks to vitamin E, is very suitable for dry, inflamed skin, helps in the fight against stretch marks and cellulite, relieves pain after excessive physical activity, has a beneficial effect on hair, gives it shine, prevents hair loss and the formation of dandruff, normalizes the condition of brittle and thin nails. However, for cosmetic purposes it is better to use natural olive oil, mixing it with cream, since low-quality oil is added to cosmetics.

Perhaps the benefits of olive oil for Russian residents are somewhat exaggerated

It is better for Russians to consume mustard, flaxseed and sunflower oil

It has long been known that those foods that grow in the area where a person was born and where his ancestors grew up are best absorbed and bring the most benefits. The olive tree does not grow in Russia, and Russians benefit more from oil from flax, sunflower, and mustard. In addition, olive oil contains practically no omega-3 fats, while flaxseed and mustard oil contain quite a lot of them, they are useful for metabolism and the cardiovascular system.

There is more vitamin E in sunflower oil than in olive oil

Without exception, all vegetable oils contain vitamin E (a powerful antioxidant), as well as vitamins A, K and D. Moreover, sunflower oil contains more vitamin E than olive oil. However, the benefits of sunflower oil are high, provided that it is unrefined, and on the shelves of our supermarkets it is mostly refined. It is better to purchase high-quality unrefined sunflower oil.

It is also important what kind of olive oil you buy, because its quality and amount of vitamins depends on many factors - on the place of origin of the olives, production technology, and most importantly on whether it is enriched with artificial additives, mixed with low-grade, low-quality oil or not. And it’s certainly true that cheap olive oil cannot be natural; accordingly, it contains fewer vitamins than native, inexpensive sunflower oil.

In unrefined sunflower oil, oleic acid is 45%

Doctors explain the easy digestibility of olive oil by the fact that it contains more oleic acid - 70%, which is very useful and has a positive effect on metabolism, but unrefined sunflower oil also contains a large amount of it - about 45%.

Contraindications and harms of olive oil

• The most significant negative effect and harm from olive oil can occur when it is consumed by people with gallstone disease. The pronounced choleretic effect of olive oil is dangerous in the presence of gallstones, and people with cholecystitis should use it with caution (do not consume it in large quantities, on an empty stomach).
• Russians should not completely abandon native vegetable oils and it is better to use extra virgin olive oil in combination with their own traditional unrefined oils - flaxseed, sunflower.
• Abuse of any vegetable oil increases the load on the digestive system and excess consumption of olive oil is fraught with the development of obesity, increases or fatty infiltration of the liver (see). Therefore, you should not consume more than 2 tbsp. spoons of olive oil per day.
• Olive oil, despite all its beneficial properties, is very high in calories - per 100g. 900 kcal (1 tablespoon 120 kcal) this should be taken into account by those who are on a diet.
• No matter what oil you use for frying, if you want to live a healthy lifestyle, you should avoid fried foods. When frying, any vegetable oil loses its beneficial properties, and the consumption of any fried food overloads the entire digestive system.

The quality of olive oil depends on the variety and how it is obtained.

Its benefits and quality depend on the method of industrial production:

First cold pressed - on the label it is Extra virgin olive oil

This oil is made from fresh olives without the use of chemicals or heat treatment, so all its healing properties are preserved. Cold pressed oil cannot be cheap; it is the most expensive way to obtain the product and the main indicator of its quality is the fatty acid content of no more than 1%.

Second cold pressed – Virgin olive oil

This oil is obtained by the second cold pressing, also without chemicals, it is significantly inferior in quality, aroma, and beneficial properties of the first pressing product.

Chemical extraction is Olive oil, Pure olive oil, Pomace oil

• Olive oil is a cake oil obtained from a substrate (presses) using hexane, gasoline and other chemical solvents, under the influence of heat treatment, and therefore has neither nutritional nor beneficial value. This oil is used to make mayonnaise and sauces (and this “unappetizing technology” is not written on mayonnaise labels). To add greater value, manufacturers add a small percentage of first and second pressing oil to it, however, this has almost no effect on the taste and healing properties.
• Pure olive oil is the same non-natural oil, using chemicals (gasoline, caustic soda, etc.), this marking only indicates that neither rapeseed nor sunflower oil was added to such a product, and it is made from a substrate distilled from the pulp after the first or second pressing. It also has no beneficial properties and is much cheaper.
• Pomace oil is also a chemical extraction, unlike Olive oil, high-quality oil is never added to it and is used only in technical industries, for the production of soap, cosmetics, creams, hair balms, lamp lighting, etc.

How to choose the right quality olive oil?

In terms of consumption of olive oil, Russia is already one of the 12 largest buyers in the world. Today, the majority of the population is well informed that unrefined olive oil is a healthy food product, the consumption of which has a positive effect on the gastrointestinal tract and is a prevention of cardiovascular diseases and even oncology. However, due to its high cost, it remains not accessible to everyone, and there is an opinion that it is better to purchase traditional sunflower oil than cheap, low-quality and unhealthy olive oil.

Avoid purchasing refined olive oil for salad dressings.

Refining is a process of bleaching, neutralization and deodorization; after such purification, nothing will remain of the beneficial properties of olive oil, there will be no smell, no color, no taste, no benefits. But it is better to fry in refined oil (see below about the smoke point of oils)

Cheap olive oils in our stores - mixtures of refined and unrefined

High-quality oil cannot be inexpensive, olives are collected in winter, by hand, the yield from 1 tree is only 8 kg, and 5 kg are required to produce 1 liter of oil. olives You should read the markings on the label carefully; sometimes in very small print it is indicated that olive oil is a mixture with other things and does not indicate in what ratio - this is a marketing ploy and a real deception of the consumer. If, upon opening the bottle, there is no intense natural aroma of olives, it is not a quality product.

What can you find out from the markings?

Usually the oil is filtered before bottling, but unfiltered oil is more valuable. Acidity is also considered one of the important quality indicators; the lower it is, the higher the quality of the oil; acidity is determined by the content of 100 grams. oleic acid. The Extra Virgin product must have an acidity of no higher than 0.8%. Olive oil is considered medicinal at an acidity of 0.5%.

If the label is marked BIO or Organic, this means an organic product that is produced according to strict requirements, without the use of pesticides, fertilizers, GMOs or growth regulators. There may also be a special PDO marking, which indicates that the olives were produced in a certain area, and confirms that both the collection and production of olive oil were in one place, therefore olives of a certain variety with their own aroma and unique bouquet.

Which oil is the best, Spanish, Greek, Italian?

There are over 700 varieties of olives in the world, growing from Australia to America, the aroma, color and taste of which are influenced by the nature of the soil, dryness, sun, stone, privacy, silence, and climatic conditions. Greek olives and oil are considered the strongest and have the strongest taste.

World leading producers of olive oil:

• Spain - 540,000 t/year, but offers only 20% extra virgin oil
• Italy - 420,000 t/year
• Greece – 280,000 t/year, offers 80% Extra Virgin oil with the best price and best quality
• Tunisia – 180,000 t/year
• Türkiye and Syria – 90,000 t/year
• Morocco and Portugal – 50,000 t/year
• Algeria – 20,000 t/year
• Libya – 10,000 t/year

If you do use oil for frying, it is better to purchase Italian refined varieties, since when frying with unrefined oil, products acquire the specific taste and aroma of olive oil, while refined oil has a less pronounced aroma, for example, Gracia del Oro or Del Cecco. For salads, of course, unrefined Greek Extra Virgin is better.

What oil is best for frying?

Fried food is bad for your health - everyone knows it. But if you really want to... Here it is important to know about such characteristics of oils as smoke point. The higher the temperature at which the oil “smoke,” the later the process of formation of carcinogens and toxins during frying begins, which means the less harmful it is.

After refining, the temperature of the oil increases, so it is recommended to fry in refined oil.

Tips on how to store and how to choose good olive oil

• Black ripe olives give it a yellowish color, and unripe ones give it a yellow-green tint; the smell should be pleasant, herbaceous-fruity, moderately thick in consistency, with a slight sediment. If the oil is not homogeneous and separates, it is a mixture with low-grade oil.
• If you try and hold it in your mouth, you should feel the taste of olives, piquancy, bitterness, fruity aftertaste. If you feel musty, woody, or rancid, it is not the best olive oil, but a stale or low-quality product.
• On the label of natural extra virgin olive oil there are always 2 signatures Naturel and 100% olive oil.
• Do not purchase too large a volume, the oil oxidizes very quickly, it is better to buy it more often, store it in a well-sealed dark glass bottle up to +12C, in a dry, dark place.
• If the labels say “cholesterol-free,” these are marketing ploys; olive oil does not and cannot contain any cholesterol.
• You can check the manufacturer for integrity in this way: put the bottle in the refrigerator, the contents should become cloudy, and at room temperature should be transparent golden yellow - this is a good oil.

Olive oil is one of the oldest types of oil on Earth. The cultivation of olive trees and the production of olive oil began almost 5 thousand years BC. According to ancient legends, the olive tree was given to people by the goddess Athena . These trees were worth their weight in gold in ancient times, and there were even laws according to which a person who cut down an olive was sentenced to death...

Why does modern man ask such strange questions - “Is olive oil harmful? How to take this type of oil to get only benefits for the body?” There's a lot to talk about!

Olive oil is almost 100% fat. But fats are very healthy, vegetable and rich in nutrients.

The benefits of olive oil

This is explained by the fact that:

1. The composition of olive oil includes the following unsaturated acids: linoleic, oleic, linolenic. These fatty acids cleanse blood vessels, removing cholesterol directly from atherosclerotic plaques, thereby reducing the risks of strokes, heart attacks, heart and vascular diseases

2. Olive oil contains beneficial fat soluble vitamins— 4 vitamins — A, D, E, K.
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. It prevents cell aging, increases skin elasticity, and removes acidification products from the body. Vitamin E promotes wound healing, increases blood clotting and ensures normal libido.
Moreover, it is interesting that compared to sunflower oil, olive oil does not win at all in terms of the quantitative content of this vitamin. But the unique complex composition still allows olive oil to be considered one of the most beneficial oils for health.

3. Phenols, contained in olive oil, are also important and have their own benefits. Phenols are substances that have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects. It is phenols that give the oil its specific bitterness. But you need to remember that they are contained only in unrefined olive oil.

7 beneficial properties of olive oil in preventing diseases:

1. By regularly consuming unrefined olive oil, you can significantly reduce the risk of developing coronary diseases. But it is known that these diseases are the most common cause of death throughout the world.
2. It can be considered proven that the so-called “bad” cholesterol in atherosclerotic plaques is significantly reduced when consuming olive oil. Atherosclerosis can be prevented!
3. If you take a lot of medications for hypertension, then using natural olive oil in your food will help you, if not give up medications altogether, then significantly reduce their dosage.
4. Olive oil helps reduce insulin resistance. It increases the sensitivity of cells to insulin. Olive oil can be effectively used to prevent type 2 diabetes. Other vegetable oils, such as rapeseed or flaxseed, have the same property.
5. Olive oil can be used effectively for the prevention of Alzheimer's disease, a very serious disease that occurs mainly in the elderly.
6. Olive oil can reduce the risk of breast cancer by 45% among women. According to the Athens School of Science, olive oil should be consumed at least 2 times a day. This happens due to polyphenols - effective antioxidants that prevent heart disease and cancer.
7. Squalene was found in olive oil. As you know, a person consists of 80% water, and it is with it that squalene reacts, releasing oxygen and saturating the cells with it. Therefore, squalene is often called the “oxygen vitamin.” Squalene prevents the development of colon, lung and skin cancer.

How to use olive oil in cooking, frying and salads

It’s interesting that when it comes to frying something in olive oil, expert opinions vary!

According to some data, olive oil is considered the most suitable of all vegetable oils for frying. Since, unlike the sunflower we are used to, it can not oxidize for a long time under the influence of high temperatures. They even indicate a temperature of + 245 degrees, up to which olive oil does not change its properties. That is, they say that olive oil is ideal for frying.

On the website of the “Live Healthy” program with Elena Malysheva, on the contrary, it is indicated that you cannot heat olive oil and frying it is harmful.

Frying, of course, is generally harmful. And fried food has nothing to do with healthy eating.

Therefore, I made a conclusion for myself - if you fry, then rarely, but in olive oil, and not in expensive unrefined oil, but in refined oil like refined olive oil . There are fewer valuable substances there, but there’s not much to burn there, which means less harmful impurities are formed during frying. It turns out to be even more harmful if it is plant-based...

But in raw salads from a variety of vegetables , and in any other dishes - you need to add raw, high-quality olive oil immediately before use. And don't heat it up. This way we will preserve all the values ​​and “benefits” of olive oil in full. And we will receive inside all the benefits that so much is said and written about.

But one more point needs to be highlighted, namely, what kind of olive oil should you take and how to choose it in order to get undoubted health benefits?

Olive oil - how to choose the right one

I didn’t invent anything - I found a ready-made text on one blog. in my opinion, everything is very well and clearly presented.

"1. Olive oil, like others, can be refined or unrefined. All beneficial substances are preserved only with minimal heat exposure. Thus, preference should be given to unrefined oil. For example, for the production of Ideal oil, one of the most fertile provinces of Spain was chosen - Seville, where a special variety of olives ripens. Like thousands of years ago, Ideal is obtained by direct pressing, without adding preservatives or foreign impurities.

2. In addition, on the packaging you can often find one of three inscriptions - virgin (natural), refined (purified) or pomace (cake). Buy the first option.

3. If the word mix is ​​written on the oil label, it means that it was produced by mixing different types of oils, which negatively affects its properties.

4. The beneficial properties of olive oil last for five months, so you need to pay special attention to the date of manufacture of the product.

5. The lower the acidity of the oil, the milder the taste it has. For the highest quality olive oils this figure is only 0.8%.

6. The best olive oil is produced and bottled in the same region. You can find out the origin of the product by the IGP or DOP designations. IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) means that the olives were pressed in one country, for example Greece or Spain, and the oil was packaged outside these regions. The abbreviation DOP (Denominazione d'Origine Protetta) indicates that the oil is produced and packaged within the same country.

7. You should not try to determine the quality of the oil by its color; this property is influenced by factors such as the variety of olives, their degree of ripeness and harvest time.

8. Glass containers preserve the properties of olive oil best.”

Is olive oil harmful? Are you seriously?

Olive oil, in small dosages, 1-2 tablespoons per day, is absolutely safe and will bring nothing but benefits.

But large quantities, or taken on an empty stomach, can have a negative impact on those suffering cholecystitis, cholelithiasis. Simply because any oil has a choleretic effect. Pebbles may move towards the exit, and the matter will end with colic...

Also, any oil, olive oil is no exception, very high in calories. What can simply affect the figure if consumed excessively. This is if you eat it with bread and potatoes. And if you season salads made from fresh raw vegetables with it, you don’t have to worry about gaining extra pounds.

Allergy? It could probably be something like individual intolerance. Everything is about harm, nothing more.

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How is olive oil used in cosmetology?

Olive oil for face

This oil is extremely popular in cosmetology. This is explained, of course, by its rich composition, which has a beneficial effect on our skin.

Everyone probably knows that fat-soluble vitamins A and E often added to masks and skin products. If you use olive oil, you don’t have to add anything; you get a whole complex of wonderful natural “living” vitamins for the skin!

Vitamin E prolongs skin youth, and vitamin A is responsible for its hydration and elasticity. Olive oil contains them exactly in the form that is easily perceived by the cells of our epidermis. They respond well to such care, they absorb everything useful, and remove everything harmful.

Dry, aging skin She is also often susceptible to allergies; it is very difficult to choose care and nutrition products for her. If you use real extra virgin olive oil, you will solve all these issues easily and simply. Olive oil will not only prevent the appearance of wrinkles, but also smooth out fine wrinkles on the face when used regularly as a cosmetic product.

Olive oil perfectly nourishes, softens, and moisturizes the skin, retains moisture in it and at the same time does not clog pores.

Olive oil for the face is very easy to use, and it brings a lot of benefits.

You can watch recipes for skin masks using olive oil in this VIDEO (Olive oil: Benefits and harms: How to take and use this product to preserve the beauty of your skin).

In this video you will learn about the benefits and uses of olive oil for the face.

Olive oil for hair

Olive oil has been used for hair care for as long as it has been in human history.

• For the care of weakened, dry hair.
• To increase hair growth in case of baldness.
• For colored hair that is “tired” of constant hairdressing experiments.
• For unruly and coarse hair that requires softening and moisturizing.

Perhaps it is not suitable only for fatty people. excessively shiny hair...

But “doesn’t fit” is only conditional! It is also possible and even necessary to use it in this case, you just need to dilute it with the necessary ingredients. In particular, it is recommended to add vodka to it in a 1:1 ratio (this also applies to masks), and be sure to add grape vinegar or lemon juice to the last water for rinsing your hair. This will dry out oily hair and, at the same time, give it the necessary nutrition.

In all other cases, you can safely use olive oil(natural, correct) even without any additives to it. It is completely self-sufficient!

The principle is simple - before washing your hair, slightly warm a small amount of oil and apply to the scalp. Comb so that the oil is distributed evenly throughout your hair. You can wrap your head in a towel. Keep it like this for 30 minutes. Then wash your hair with your regular shampoo.

Here are a couple of excellent and universal masks for ALL hair types.

The principle is simple - mix all the ingredients of the mask, apply to the hair and scalp, wrap, hold for at least 15-20 minutes, rinse with warm water, and then with your shampoo.

Hair mask with olive oil and honey

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 egg

Hair mask with olive oil and egg m

• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 eggs

After such masks, the hair becomes soft, manageable, and easy to comb. And with regular care, they acquire a beautiful natural shine and strength. density.

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I hope you found our article “Olive oil: Benefits and harms: How to accept the Gift of the Goddess Athena” useful.

Since we are talking about healthy vegetable oils, check out the article . It is also unique and priceless, just like everything that Nature has created for you and me.

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A drop of olive oil works wonders. Nutritionists, cosmetologists and doctors are sure of this. Residents of Spain, Italy and Greece confirm this axiom. Beautiful skin, well-groomed and thick hair, no crow's feet under the eyes. Every second woman in countries where olive grows looks like this. The fruits of the tree are tasty, healthy and oily. Olive extract is nutritious and filled with beneficial substances. The composition cannot be compared with other oils. Olive oil is the only fatty product allowed for children from infancy. Many factors indicate the benefits of elastic fruits. What beneficial properties does olive oil have and where is it used?

Composition of olive oil

The beneficial properties of the product are due to the content of fatty acids and substances necessary for the body. Extract from the fruit is a source of strength, beauty, youth and good mood.

Olive oil contains the following components:

Vitamin E. Responsible for the anti-aging effect. The task of the vitamin is to give the skin firmness and elasticity. Olive oil is included in cosmetics for women over 25 years of age. From this age the first wrinkles appear. The goal of the product is to stop the aging process and prolong the life of cells.
Fatty acid. Normalizes digestion and helps assimilate foods. Greek fruit extract is a favorite product of nutritionists. Many diets start with taking olive oil on an empty stomach. Before starting this procedure, consult your doctor. For cholecystitis and other diseases, the use of olive oil for medicinal purposes is prohibited.
Antioxidants. The main task is to remove free radicals, which are the source of dangerous diseases. The oil comes into effect regardless of the form of application. Olive extract is used as a salad dressing, consumed on an empty stomach for medicinal purposes, and rubbed into the skin or hair.

In addition to the main components, olive oil is rich in vitamins. Among them are vitamins A and D that are beneficial for the skin and human health. The product is a source of iron, necessary for the cardiovascular system, and is rich in micro- and macroelements.

Beneficial properties of olive oil

The peculiarity of the product is its easy absorption. When using olive extract, a person receives all the substances and vitamins that make up the fruit. Improvement occurs after 30 days of use.

High results are achieved due to the beneficial properties of olive oil:

Responsible for the balance of substances and elements in the human body. The natural product does not contain cholesterol. The product is recommended for people with diabetes and patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases.
Has a beneficial effect on the digestive organs. The stool returns to normal. Olive oil heals stomach ulcers.
Calms appetite. The fatty acids included in the extract are well absorbed and saturate the body. A person does not feel hungry and eats less food.
Rejuvenating and strengthening effect. The walls of blood vessels become elastic. Regular use of olive oil can slow down the aging process. There is a general positive effect on the body. Immunity develops and strengthens.

The regenerating properties of the product and anti-inflammatory effect make it possible to use the product for wound healing. The oil has a pleasant effect and does not sting the skin, as it has an analgesic effect. Recent studies have shown that olive oil can protect against skin and breast cancer. The beneficial properties are used in cooking and are actively used in medicine and cosmetology.

Uses of olive oil for skin

For medicinal purposes, take a spoonful of olive oil daily. Regular application is also important to achieve silky and smooth skin. Olive extract is used to combat cellulite and helps eliminate dryness and flaking. The product is used separately or is part of masks, balms, creams.

With prolonged exposure, users notice the following effect:

the skin becomes soft, dry areas disappear;
stretch marks formed when losing extra pounds or during pregnancy are reduced;
masks and face creams based on olive oil rejuvenate the skin, smooth out the contour, and remove swelling;
Small wrinkles located on the face and around the eyes are eliminated, and the appearance of new ones is prevented.

The effect of application is noticeable not only to users, but also to others. The face changes color, breathes health, and the skin becomes pleasant to the touch.

Using olive oil for hair

Natural products in the form of herbal decoctions or homemade masks always have a positive effect on strands. But you have to be careful when using oil. An incorrect recipe or an incorrectly selected ingredient will lead to loss of color, heavier curls and excess fat. Olive oil is an exception here too. It is used for all hair types. The main thing is to rinse off the product correctly and combine it with suitable ingredients. The result will not take long to arrive. The curls become thick, shiny and silky.

If you are concerned about the result, then start using it by adding a few drops to the shampoo. The effect will not be noticeable after a week of use. If there are no rashes, discomfort or negative effects on your hair, then proceed to making homemade cosmetics.

Olive oil solves the main problems faced by owners of voluminous hair. Environmental influences, styling products, and incorrectly selected shampoo or conditioner lead to strands losing their natural beauty and strength. The hair begins to “hurt”, split ends appear, curls fall out, and dandruff forms. Restoration requires a natural and safe remedy. Olive oil, penetrating the hair structure, shares moisture and vitamins with each strand and fixes the result. Covers the curl with a protective film. Hair loss stops, the scalp is moisturized,. It’s easy to achieve magical results; learn how to prepare healing balms.

Olive oil face masks

The first step is to choose the right main ingredient. Olive oil produced using cold-pressing technology is considered the best. The product retains its beneficial properties and no third-party impurities are added to it. High-quality olive oil is marked extra. There is no need to heat the green fruit extract before use. The oil will lose its healing properties.

The following face masks with olive oil are made at home:

With vitamin E. Based on the additional ingredient, it becomes clear that the vitamin complex is used against skin aging. The mask is made by mixing vitamin E and olive oil. One part of the vitamin is added to five tablespoons of the main component. The resulting product is liquid, so it is applied using a cotton swab. Remaining oil is removed with a dry cloth after 15 minutes.
With lemon juice. The mask fights skin rashes. Recommended for people with oily or combination skin types. The product is prepared before application. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into a bowl with olive oil. The liquid is applied with light movements. Avoid areas around the eyes. Wash off the mask with water or remove it with a paper towel.

Fruity. With the arrival of cold weather, the fight against vitamin deficiency begins. By the end of winter, the body wastes its supply of vitamins, and their absence affects the overall health and skin. Gray complexion and circles under the eyes are eliminated with the help of a fruit mask. Any fruit can be used as a puree. The ratio of olive and fruit extract is equal. The mixture moisturizes the epidermis, eliminates dry areas, and saturates the skin with vitamins.

Olive oil hair masks

The good thing about these products is that they include ingredients that can be found in any refrigerator. The oils included in the composition are sold in pharmacies or specialty stores. The simplest recipe involves applying oil to the skin and strands. Then follow the situation. If you make a mask in the evening, then warm your hair and go to bed. Wash off the oil in the morning by thoroughly rinsing your strands with water and shampoo. If urgent hair resuscitation is necessary, then leave the product on for 40 minutes. Repeat the procedure after 2 days. This recipe is used as a prophylactic.

For medicinal purposes, the following masks are made with olive oil for hair:

Based on egg yolk. There are several recipes. The first is used for curls prone to oiliness. Any fermented milk product (sour cream, kefir) and a spoonful of butter are added to the composition. The components are thoroughly mixed. The mixture is applied from roots to ends of hair. Half an hour of exposure is enough to rid your hair of shiny shine and give it a healthy look. The second recipe is used for damaged strands that require urgent restoration. The main ingredients remain, and the sour cream is replaced with vinegar (preferably apple cider vinegar). Make sure the composition is at room temperature before applying.

Olive oil and honey. A classic tandem used in cosmetology. Honey is melted and cooled before administration. If you add olive extract to a hot ingredient, the healing effect will be lost. The result is a viscous mass that is difficult to apply. Treat damaged strands first. For ease of application, wet your hands periodically with water. After 40 min. The mask is washed off with warm water. The result is thick, fragrant and manageable curls.
With colorless henna. One package is required for the recipe. First, pour the contents of the bag into a bowl. The powder is diluted with water to form a thick mass. Then olive oil is added. The composition is mixed and applied to the hair. The resulting mass is soft and pleasant to the touch. Helps saturate dry curls with moisture and strengthens strands. For best results, comb your hair after applying the mask. The product is washed off with water and shampoo.

Olive extract goes well with other oils. will enhance the strengthening effect, coconut oil will saturate it with nutrients, castor oil will eliminate seborrhea. All recipes are made quickly and easily. The result of homemade masks exceeds all expectations - firm, elastic skin and healthy, silky hair.

December 24, 2013, 18:05

Olive oil is a natural product of plant origin. Squeeze is known for its many beneficial properties. But not everyone knows that oil can be used not only in cooking, but also for personal care at home. In addition, the squeeze is used to relieve the symptoms of certain diseases. But despite the benefits of the product, we must not forget about the nuances of its use. You need to familiarize yourself with the latter before you start using the product for various purposes.

Olive oil is a squeeze from the fruits of the tree of the same name. The latter is common in Greece, Spain, Italy, Turkey, Israel and some other countries. The product is basic, which means it is most often used separately or serves as the basis for the preparation of cosmetics and medicines.

Olive pomace has a rich golden color, which, depending on the place and time of harvest, can be darker or lighter. The oil has a tart aroma and a pleasant, fluid consistency.

Chemical composition

The following active components were found in the chemical composition of olive fruit pomace:

• Fatty acid. They help improve the digestive process and promote high-quality absorption of nutrients.
• Antioxidants. Fight free radicals. High concentrations of the latter in the body provoke the occurrence of some deadly pathologies.
• Vitamins:
  • A. Improves vision and skin condition.
  • E. Has a rejuvenating effect on the body. It is especially useful when caring for skin whose owner is over 25 years old. The substance prevents early aging and strengthens epidermal cells. It is an excellent prevention of intoxication of the body.
  • D. Helps strengthen bones and prevents the development of rickets.
  • K. Good for intestinal microflora.
• Squalenium. It is a unique substance that prevents the growth and development of cancer cells. Particularly useful for preventing breast cancer.
• Tocopherols. Helps stabilize blood sugar levels.
• Sterols and β sitesterol. Substances that actively fight the formation and accumulation of “bad” cholesterol.
• Iron. Normalizes the functioning of the heart and blood vessels.
• Other macro- and microelements.

Product Types

Depending on the number of stages completed, the finished product is divided into several varieties:

• Extra Virgin (unrefined, first cold pressed). It is the most valuable and expensive type. Virgin oil contains the maximum amount of nutrients from the raw material that can be found. The product is very concentrated and therefore has a bitter taste. The more pronounced the latter, the fresher the squeeze is considered.
• Virgin (unrefined, cold pressed). The difference with the first grade lies in the quality of the raw materials. In this case, less stringent requirements are put forward for the latter. The oil has the same beneficial properties, but is cheaper. It is recommended to use this squeeze for making homemade cosmetics.
• Refined, cold pressed. The composition of such a product, as a rule, includes 15–20% first grade oil. The squeeze has beneficial properties, but in less concentration. In addition, the product does not have a characteristic taste and has a subtle odor. This product is ideal for frying because it does not provoke the formation of trans fats when heated.
• Refined, second cold pressed. It is made from the cake that remains after the first stage of pressing. Organic solvents are added to the product and exposed to high temperatures. The oil has the beneficial properties of the raw material, but to a lesser extent than other types. This product is most often used for deep frying.

Features of selection and storage

When choosing olive oil, regardless of its variety, pay attention to the following criteria:

If you decide to purchase unrefined pomace, pay attention to some more points (in addition to the above):

• Color. Natural pomace has a rich golden hue. The oil may be slightly cloudy as natural sediment rises from the bottom of the bottle when shaken.
• Smell. The tart, rich and pleasant aroma of the product is a clear sign of good quality. If the product has almost no smell, then it is diluted or refined.
• Taste. In some stores you can try the oil. The latter should have a rich, bitter taste.
• Price. Real unrefined olive oil cannot cost less than 500 rubles per 750 ml without discounts.

Under no circumstances purchase oil by the glass. Such a product will most likely be diluted and of poor quality. Remember that in Russia they do not press the oil, so the best option would be to buy oil in original packaging.

It’s easy to check whether the product you bought is good: place the bottle with the product in the refrigerator. After 2-3 days, the real marc will thicken. When the oil is returned to heat, it will regain its previous consistency. Such an experiment will not affect the beneficial properties of the product.

The oil should be stored in a room where the air temperature varies from 5 o C to 25 o C. The bottle or other container in which the product is located must be sealed. The shelf life of sealed pomace is one and a half years, opened - 1 month, as previously stated. The room temperature may deviate slightly from the recommended one (no more than 5 o C in both directions).

Beneficial features

Olive oil has many beneficial properties. The latter can be divided into the following groups:

• at internal reception;
• for external use;
• for women;
• for men;
• for children.

For internal reception

When taken orally, olive fruit squeeze has the following effects on the body:

• Removes toxic substances from the liver, which significantly improves the functioning of the organ.
• Increases the flow of bile.
• Prevents premature aging of tissues.
• Saturates cells with oxygen.
• It removes “bad” cholesterol from the body, due to which it is often used as an additional means of treating atherosclerosis.
• It lubricates the walls of the digestive tract, which is why it is used in the treatment of ulcers.
• Accelerates metabolism, including at the cellular level. This property allows not only to improve the functioning of all tissues of the body, but also to speed up the process of weight loss.
• Strengthens the immune system. This is especially important during periods of exacerbation of infectious diseases: spring and autumn.
• Provokes the natural synthesis of collagen and elastin, due to which it helps to maintain youth and elasticity of the skin longer.
• Helps strengthen bone tissue. Thanks to this property, regular use of the squeeze prevents fractures and chipping of teeth.
• Accelerates the process of building muscle tissue. This is especially true for people leading a healthy lifestyle.
• Helps reduce blood sugar levels and improve insulin production. Thanks to these properties, the product is an indispensable component of the diet of diabetics.
• Relieves intestinal obstruction due to its mild laxative effect.
• Improves brain function. This is especially true for cognitive impairment.
• Normalizes blood pressure.
• Prevents the growth and development of cancer cells. The use of oleic acid, which is part of the product, is an excellent prevention of oncology.

For external use

When used externally, olive fruit squeeze has the following effects:

• For skin:
  • forms a protective film on the surface, reducing the negative impact of the environment on the health of the epidermis;
  • makes the tan more even;
  • prevents the development of skin cancer, which is especially important for residents of warm countries;
  • relieves peeling and inflammation;
  • fights skin diseases: dermatitis, psoriasis and others;
  • smoothes out small wrinkles and prevents the formation of new ones;
  • tightens and rejuvenates;
  • fights spider veins;
  • restores water balance on the surface of the epidermis;
  • saturates cells with useful substances;
  • improves microcirculation;
  • fights inflammation and damage to the skin (wounds, cuts, etc.).
• For hair:
  • normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands, due to which dry scalp becomes more moisturized, and oily scalp becomes less contaminated;
  • moisturizes and nourishes curls;
  • protects hair from exposure to ultraviolet radiation, covering it with the thinnest protective film;
  • helps maintain the natural pigmentation of curls, which is especially important during the period of hair growth after numerous dyes;
  • fights dandruff;
  • prevents the occurrence of split ends and seals existing ones;
  • fights hair loss;
  • tightens microcracks on the scalp, thereby eliminating itching and flaking;
  • increases blood flow, which promotes increased hair growth.
• For nails:
  • fights fragility;
  • returns natural shine;
  • softens the cuticle;
  • makes it stronger;
  • prevents delamination;
  • accelerates growth.

For children

In childhood, it is useful to consume olive pomace for several reasons:

Interestingly, olive oil can be given to a baby starting from the age of six months. For the first few months, you should limit yourself to 1-2 drops. If the child’s body does not show a negative reaction, gradually increase the amount of the product. When the baby turns one year old, you can give him 1/2 tsp. squeezes per day.

For women

In addition to the many beneficial properties of the olive product for skin, hair and nails, the product has the following effects on the woman’s body:

• Reduces the risk of developing breast cancer.
• Helps increase lactation during the baby's feeding period.
• Speeds up metabolism, which is especially important for women who are losing weight.
• Promotes normal development of the fetus in the womb: has a positive effect on the formation of the brain, bones and nervous system.
• Strengthens the immune system, which is especially important during pregnancy. An organism that is less susceptible to diseases will give the baby maximum protection against various viruses and bacteria.
• Serves as a prevention of diseases of the female reproductive system. To achieve this effect, it is enough to periodically insert a cotton swab soaked in olive oil into the vagina. It is recommended to do this several times a month. In addition, this method helps in the treatment of thrush.
• Increases the concentration of hemoglobin in the blood, eliminates muscle spasms, relieves pain in the lumbar region and abdomen. All this is especially important during critical days.

For men

Olive pomace is known for its beneficial properties for men's health. It is interesting that in the countries that produce the product, representatives of the stronger sex have virtually no problems in the intimate sphere.

Olive oil is beneficial for the male body for several reasons:

• The product helps stabilize hormonal levels.
• The oil tones the walls of blood vessels. Thanks to this property, the squeeze accelerates the flow of blood to the genital organ, due to which the quality of erection improves significantly.
• The product has a positive effect on the synthesis of testosterone, the main male hormone. The latter is responsible for sexual desire and the ability to reproduce.
• The product helps cleanse the liver. Many men love alcoholic drinks and sometimes abuse them. That is why the inclusion of olive oil in the diet is very important for the stronger sex.
• Fights cholesterol. It is believed that men are most susceptible to cardiovascular diseases.

Video: benefits, harms and features of choosing olive oil

Contraindications

Despite the many beneficial properties of the product, olive oil still has some contraindications. The latter are divided into two main groups:

• For internal reception:
  • Exacerbation of cholecystitis. Squeezing helps to increase the outflow of bile, which can be harmful if this disease recurs.
  • Individual intolerance to the product.
  • Pancreatitis in the relapse stage.
  • Infectious bowel diseases.
  • Acute food poisoning.
  • Various stomach disorders: vomiting, diarrhea, etc.
  • Fatty liver.
• For external use:
  • Allergy to the product.
  • Excessive activity of the sebaceous glands. In this case, the oil cannot be used in its pure form.

Side effects and precautions

Neglect of contraindications and failure to comply with precautions can lead to the following side effects when using olive oil:

• For internal reception:
  • Increase in body weight. Remember that the product is very high in calories.
  • Abdominal pain.
  • Nausea.
  • Vomit.
  • Diarrhea. The product has a mild laxative effect, but if abused it can lead to similar consequences.
  • Allergic reaction.
• For external use:
  • redness,
  • the appearance of pimples and blackheads.

To avoid the negative consequences of using olive pomace, observe the following precautions:

Use of olive pomace

Olive oil is widely used in home cosmetology and folk medicine. In addition, the product is used to prepare massage mixtures.

In home cosmetology

Olive pomace has many beneficial properties, due to which it is a component of a large number of cosmetic products for the care of skin, hair and nails.

For skin

There are several ways to use olive oil for skin:

• In its pure form for the face. Steam your skin by visiting a bathhouse or sauna; taking a bath is also suitable. Treat your face with a scrub, preferably at home. Apply a few drops of olive pomace to your fingertips. Using the latter, lubricate your face with the squeeze, moving along the massage lines. Don't avoid the skin around your eyes. After a third of an hour, remove any remaining product with a paper napkin. Olive oil, used in its pure form, fights fine wrinkles and age spots. You can use the product in this way daily and continuously.
• Face masks. This is the most common way to use leather squeeze. All the masks suggested below should be done 1-2 times a week. The course consists of 15 procedures. Upon completion, it is recommended to rest for a month, after which, if desired, resume sessions. Try the following mask recipes:
  • 1 tbsp. dry yeast, 1 tsp. carrot juice (make it yourself or buy it at the store), 1 tsp. olive pomace, 0.5 tsp. sour cream and lemon juice (or other citrus). Mix the ingredients and lubricate your face with the resulting product. After a quarter of an hour, wash with plenty of water. The mask saturates cells with vitamins and other beneficial substances. The product is ideal for caring for aging facial skin.
  • 3 tbsp. clay of any color, 2 tbsp. olive product, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. parsley juice (if not, no problem). Dilute the dry ingredient with water so that the resulting mass acquires the consistency of thick yogurt. Add the remaining ingredients to the mixture. The exposure time of the product is a third of an hour. After the required time has passed, wash your face. The mask promotes deep cleansing and whitening of the skin, and also evens out the surface and fights minor inflammations.
  • 1 tsp avocado pulp, 1 tsp. olive oil, 2-3 drops of rose essential oil. Mix the ingredients and lubricate the skin with the resulting composition. After a quarter of an hour, wash your face. The mask is ideal for caring for the delicate skin around the eyes. The product smoothes expression lines and prevents early aging.
  • 1 tbsp. banana pulp (you can use peach, apple or other fruit), 1 tsp. olive pomace. Combine the ingredients and apply the resulting mass to your face. After 25 minutes, wash your face with plain water. The mask nourishes and tones the skin, and also fights swelling and the first signs of aging. The composition is more suitable for dry type of epidermis.
  • 1 tbsp. rice or oatmeal flour, 1 tsp. olive oils. The mask exposure time is 20–25 minutes. Rinse off the product with water at room temperature. The mask cleanses and softens the skin.
  • 1 small cucumber, 1 tsp. olive oil, 2 drops of sandalwood ether. Pass the vegetable through a fine grater. Squeeze the resulting pulp and mix with the remaining ingredients. The exposure time of the mask is a third of an hour. The product makes the skin velvety and radiant.
  • 1 tsp natural liquid honey, 1 tsp. lemon juice, 0.5 tsp. olive pomace. The duration of the procedure is half an hour. The mask effectively fights pimples and blackheads.
  • 1 raw potato root, 1 tbsp. olive oils. Pass the tuber through a fine grater. Take 1 tbsp. the resulting slurry and add the squeeze to it. Instead of potatoes, you can use carrots or zucchini. Session duration is 10 minutes. The mask restores the water balance on the surface of the skin and intensively nourishes the cells.
  • 1 tsp starch, 1 tbsp. tomato juice, 1 tbsp. olive pomace. Mix the ingredients. You should end up with a mass that has the consistency of thick yogurt. If the product is thinner or denser, add starch or oil accordingly. The duration of the procedure is a quarter of an hour. The mask is ideal for caring for oily skin as it normalizes the activity of the sebaceous glands.
  • 1 raw yolk, 1 tsp. natural liquid honey, 1 tsp. olive oils. The mask exposure time is 25–30 minutes. The product helps even out the complexion and also smoothes the surface of the epidermis. The mask is more suitable for normal skin types.
• Facial scrub. Mix 1 tsp. fine sea salt, 1 tbsp. olive pomace. Mix the ingredients and apply the resulting product to your facial skin. Try to move along the massage lines. Five minutes should be enough. Use the scrub 1-2 times every 14 days, no breaks needed. However, remember that if there is damage to the skin, you should take a break from using the product.
• Lip scrub. To 1 tbsp. add 1 tsp olive oil. simple sugar. Use the product twice a day, applying it with massaging movements to the skin of the lips. The surface should not be treated with the composition for more than 5 minutes. The scrub removes dead skin from the lips and deeply moisturizes. Once a month, take a break from using the product for 7 days.
• Makeup remover. Soak a cotton pad in hot water. Then apply olive oil in the center. Fold the disk in half, thereby distributing the product over its surface. Wipe your face with the resulting device. If the makeup does not come off the first time, repeat the procedure. Remember that natural products are gentler than store-bought products. Use the technique as needed.

Video: recipes for face masks based on olive squeeze

For hair

Olive tree fruit squeeze strengthens hair follicles and also stimulates the growth of curls. Most often, oil is used to care for hair in homemade masks. The latter are done in courses - 15–20 procedures, after which they are interrupted for several weeks. The frequency of the session is 1 time every 7 days. Try the following mask recipes:

• 1 tbsp. olive product, 1 tbsp. liquid honey, 1 raw egg. Mix the ingredients and apply the resulting mixture to damp curls. Put a plastic cap on your head. After half an hour, wash your hair as usual. The mask strengthens and thickens curls.
• 1 tbsp. olive oil, 1 tbsp. vodka. Distribute the composition along the length of your hair and leave for a third of an hour. After the allotted time has passed, rinse your hair with plenty of water. The mask is ideal for caring for oily hair.
• 1 tbsp. oils from the fruits of the olive tree, almond and coconut. Apply the mask only to the ends of your hair, try to rub in the product as thoroughly as possible. After a quarter of an hour, you should wash your hair with shampoo. The mask fights split ends.
• 2 tbsp. mustard powder, 1.5 tbsp. olive pomace, 1 tbsp. mayonnaise. The duration of the procedure is a third of an hour. After applying the product, it is recommended to wear a shower cap and wrap your head in a towel. A slight burning sensation during the session is normal. However, you should not allow too much discomfort. The mask accelerates hair growth and awakens dormant hair follicles.

Video: a simple way to use olive oil for hair

For nails and cuticles

Olive squeeze is often used to care for nails and cuticles. There are several ways to use oil for these purposes:

• Masks. Do the procedure once a week, no breaks needed. Pre-steam the skin of your hands using a bath of warm water. Try the following mask recipes:
  
• Oil bath. Take 2 tbsp. olive oil, 7-8 drops of lemon juice. Preheat the squeeze and add citrus juice to it. Place your hands in the resulting substance. The duration of the procedure is a quarter of an hour. At the end of the session, rinse your hands with plenty of water. The bath helps to lighten the nail plate and also makes it stronger. Perform a session once every 10 days.
• Use in its pure form. Rub a few drops of olive squeeze into the skin of your hands and nails every day before going outside. This habit will help protect the treated areas from aggressive environmental influences. In addition, very soon you will notice that your nails have become stronger and your skin has become softer.

Video: mask with olive squeeze to strengthen nails

In folk medicine

Olive squeeze is used in folk medicine as an additional remedy for the treatment of certain diseases:

• Varicose veins Eat 1 tbsp every day. product. You should also add oil to any foot cream, 1 tsp. will be sufficient. Use the resulting product for external use 2 times a day. Squeezing accelerates blood flow, increases the elasticity of blood vessels and prevents the formation of blood clots.
• Stomach ulcer. Use 1 tbsp. squeeze in the morning on an empty stomach for 90 days. After the procedure, it is not recommended to eat or drink for 1 hour.
• Duodenal ulcer. Combine aloe juice with oil in a 1:1 ratio. Infuse the product for three days. Add a spoonful of honey to the finished mixture. Place the mixture in a water bath, turn on low heat and leave for 2 hours. Consume the resulting product 4 times a day, one tablespoon at a time. Do this for a month.
• Constipation. Take a teaspoon of the juice in the mornings and evenings. The course lasts one and a half weeks, after which you should take a break from the procedure for a month. After a break, you can resume treatment if necessary.
• Inflammation of the gums. Heat a tablespoon of pomace using a water bath. Soak a toothbrush in the warm product and gently brush your gums. Carry out the procedure until your oral health improves. If the session causes discomfort, do the usual rinses. However, the oil should not be diluted.
• Gastritis. In the morning after waking up, drink 250 ml of plain water. After a third of an hour, take 1 tbsp. olive pomace. You can eat only 30–40 minutes after consuming the oil. Follow the procedure for 10 weeks.
• Cholecystitis. During the remission stage of this disease, the oil will not only not harm, but will also help the body. Drink 25 ml of olive juice on an empty stomach. This should be done within one and a half weeks.
• Pancreatitis. In this case, you should simply include the product in your diet. 1.5 tsp is enough. per day. Add oil to salads and other cold or warm dishes. Do this for a month.
• Periodontal disease. Mix olive pomace with 30% celandine tincture in a 1:1 ratio. Lubricate your gums with the resulting product several times a day. The procedure can be carried out until the symptoms of the disease completely disappear.
• Sclerosis. Take one head of garlic and divide it into cloves. Grind the latter to a paste. Pour 300 ml of olive pomace into the resulting puree. Place the product in the refrigerator and leave for 12 hours. Combine a teaspoon of the infused mixture with the same amount of lemon juice. Use the finished product in the morning half an hour before breakfast. The course lasts 1 month. Upon completion, you should stop for a week and then repeat the treatment again.
• Slagging of the liver. Combine lemon juice and olive juice in equal proportions. Use 1 tbsp. of the resulting product 3 times an hour, maintaining equal intervals. You should lie down all day, pressing a warm heating pad to your liver. Don’t forget to prepare for cleansing: eliminate fatty and fried foods, as well as alcohol and tobacco products the day before. The evening before Day X, take a standard-sized enema. With proper preparation, cleansing will be more effective. The procedure cannot be performed more than once every 2 months.
• Runny nose. 1 tbsp. pour wild rosemary flowers with 100 ml olive squeeze. Infuse the product for three weeks. Place the finished product in your nose. 2-3 drops should be enough. During the day you can conduct 3-4 such sessions. Do this for a week.

In addition to effectively combating diseases, olive oil is used for: