Star Ingredient – Grapeseed Oil
At Ultra Luxury Spa in Brooklyn NY, one of the ways we ensure elevated treatment is by making our own organic skin care products. Read on for information regarding one of our favorite ingredients, grapeseed oil.
Grapeseed oil is a byproduct of winemaking. After pressing grapes to make wine, the seeds are left behind. Oil is extracted from the grape seeds, and utilized as a natural beauty product, as well as a healthy alternative to vegetable oil. It can be beneficial to your heart when used in place of saturated and trans fats in your diet.
High in omega-6 fatty acids, grapeseed oil helps maintain a healthy skin barrier. It can also be used on your hair as part of your beauty regimen. Cold pressed or expeller pressed grapeseed oil does not use chemical solvents or high heat during processing, allowing for maximum benefits with its use.
A good source of vitamin E, grapeseed oil works as a fat-soluble antioxidant, which helps protect your cells from damaging free radicals associated with chronic disease. In addition to protecting your skin from free radicals, vitamin E can help improve your skin when applied directly in grapeseed oil.
According to the Linus Pauling Institute, omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are crucial to skin function and appearance, with omega-6 necessary for skin barrier functioning. The main omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid in grapeseed oil is linolenic acid, which helps reduce inflammation in the skin’s middle and outer layers.
Grapeseed oil is non-comedogenic, meaning it does not clog your pores. In fact, it helps moisturize the skin, heal acne, and tighten pores. It decreases the signs of aging, dry skin, discoloration and scars, and can help lighten skin. It penetrates the skin quickly; and does not leave your skin feeling oily.
Grapeseed oil may also improve the condition of your hair and scalp. Dandruff is often caused by a dry scalp. Applying emollient grapeseed oil to your scalp can help loosen dead skin and restore moisture. It is lightweight, so it does not leave your hair feeling greasy or weighed down. It adds moisture, strength, and shine.
While grapeseed oil on its own cannot relieve stress, it is a wonderful carrier oil for aromatherapy and aromatherapy massage, which may help relieve anxiety and reduce stress. As chronic stress wreaks havoc on your body and skin, grapeseed oil can help with rashes, dry skin, acne, and premature aging.
High in antioxidant properties, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory, grapeseed oil is one of the star ingredients in our soaps, sugar scrubs and body oils. It helps with skin’s moisture, softness, and ability to bounce back. It evens out skin tone, and its antimicrobial properties can attack bacteria that can get deep into your pores and cause breakouts. Using grapeseed oil can make your skin clearer.
If you are looking for facial and body treatments utilizing handmade organic ingredients in the Brooklyn, NY area, make an appointment at Ultra Ray Luxury Spa today!
