If there is one ingredient that has stood the test of time, it is the almond. Being one of the earliest cultivated crops from ancient Greece, time has not affected the popularity of this nut. Already being the frontrunner in lactose-free milks, nut butters and smoothies, the almond has also found its way into our beauty routine courtesy almond oil. Of course, that’s not surprising at all given that almond oil helps improve the health of hair as well as the skin. Wondering how you can reap all these benefits of almond oil? Read on…
 

To combat ageing

To combat ageing

As almond oil is high in vitamins A and E, it proves to be useful to fight the signs of ageing such as wrinkles, crow’s feet and fine lines. Massage a few teaspoons of lukewarm almond oil on your face and neck with the tips of your fingers. Then wash it off with warm water and a cleanser. This practice will ensure that your skin remains firm. At night, continue this regime by giving your skin a healthy dose of the Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Night Crème. Its collagen boosters will retain the elasticity of your skin and make the skin on your face taut and youthful.

 

To remove dark circles

To remove dark circles

Deal with your dreaded dark circles with the power of almond oil. Create a solution of almond oil and honey in equal proportions and apply it to your under-eye area. After 1 hour, wash it off with warm water. The vitamin packed almond oil will work on lightening the skin while nourishing it back to a healthy state.

 

As an exfoliator

As an exfoliator

If you feel like your skin is craving a deep cleanse, call on almond oil to rescue you. Mix granulated brown sugar with three tablespoons of almond oil to create a paste. Use this paste to gently scrub your face and once you are done, leave it for fifteen minutes and then wash off with warm water. While the scrub will get rid of dead skin, the emollients within almond oil will ensure that your skin continues to stay moisturised.

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