huile d’olive
The olive tree is one of the trees that belong to the olive family. It is a long-lived tree that lives for thousands of years. Evergreen leaves do not fall in autumn, their original habitat is Palestine, the Levant and the whole of the Mediterranean basin, and their branches are symbols of peace and love.
Characteristics and benefits of olive oil
- Olive oil at normal temperatures is a yellow liquid or a color that tends to green.
* Olive oil does not freeze at low temperatures.
- Olive oil is rich in unsaturated acids at a high rate, so it is recommended for heart patients and atherosclerosis, and helps reduce cholesterol in the blood.
- Low saturated fatty acids, and a few unsaturated acids as well.
- Olive oil contains many antioxidants like vitamin E, vitamin A, and polyphenols.
- Olive oil is essential for preparation of meals reduces the growth and proliferation of cancer cells because it contains folic acid, it also strengthens the immune system in humans and improves digestion.
Utilisations de l’huile d’olive
Olive oil is used in many fields. It is used in cooking, in addition to some dishes and salads, in scientific research, preparation of medicines. It is used in the manufacture of soap, detergents, etc., and is also used in the form of moisturizing oil for the skin and hair.
L’huile d’olive pour le visage
- Olive oil is used for the face and is used for the rest of the body. It supplies the face with vitamin E and anti-oxidants, which fight aging, and appearance of wrinkles.
- Olive oil with coarse salt or coarse sugar for the work of peeling the face by rubbing this mixture and then washed with cold water and cold.
- Use olive oil as a natural remover for makeup.
- Use a mixture of olive oil, egg whites and a little lemon and put on the face until it dries to give freshness and vitality to the face.
- Olive oil is used for daily facial massage for five minutes. The face absorbs the nutrients from the oil as well as activates blood circulation, which reduces the appearance of wrinkles.
- Rub the area around the eyes with olive oil daily before sleeping to eliminate dark circles and revitalize the thin skin surrounding the eye.