Extracts and essential oils from plants are valuable products in the field of traditional medicine and cosmetology, due to their rich vitamin and mineral composition. Knowing about the methods and rules for their use, there is every chance to improve your well-being, condition of the skin, nails and hair. This article will focus on one of such products called “oatmeal oil”. Find out what it is remarkable for and what its strengths should be paid attention in the first place.

Chemical composition of the product

Oatmeal belongs to high-calorie foods, because 100 g accounts for as much as 890 kcal.

Of the vitamin components in the first place in its composition are:

• vitamin A;
• B vitamins (B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, B12);
• Vitamins D, E, K, C and PP.

Among the minerals for the body of any person, the following will be relevant:

• magnesium;
• zinc;
• selenium;
• copper;
• manganese;
• iron;
• phosphorus;
• sodium.

In addition, this product contains a high concentration of essential fatty acids (in particular, linolenic and oleic, called “Omega-3”), which, in turn, with careful study, you can find antioxidants, tocopherols, thyreostatins. Each of these elements can have a positive effect on a particular part of the human body.

Did you know? Oats are deservedly considered one of the oldest cereal crops, it was grown in the second millennium BC. In ancient Greece, he was treated with real reverence, as it was believed that the goddess Demeter herself gave him humanity.

Benefits for the body

Oatmeal oil is a completely natural product, so that it can be consumed even by children, adhering to reasonable dosages.

Due to the presence of a large number of vitamins and minerals, it not only strengthens the immune forces of the human body, but also helps to cure many diseases, having the following positive effect:

1. With a disease of the digestive system (for example, gastritis, peptic ulcer), the use of oil will contribute to the protection of epithelial tissue inside the stomach and intestines. The enveloping substance perfectly protects the stomach from stress during any feast, in particular with the use of alcoholic beverages or spicy dishes.
2. With problems in the work of the heart, this product prevents the development of stroke and heart attack, while reducing the manifestations of angina pectoris. The endocrine system also benefits from its constituents.
3. The positive effect of oat oil on human vision has been proven, especially with diagnosed myopia. Also, its regular use is a good prevention of glaucoma, cataracts, hyperopia and problems with the optic nerve.
4. The benefits of the product were noticeable in terms of improving mental activity, memory, and developing attention.
5. People suffering from metabolic problems can improve their condition with oat oil. In particular, this applies to persons unsuccessfully trying to lose weight. Having included the product in your diet and adhering to a certain diet, you can soon notice improvements in your condition.

Other positive properties of oatmeal are expressed in its effect on the skin, nails and hair of a person. Vitamin E contained in the composition effectively moisturizes and softens the skin, keeping it moisturized for a long time and thereby preventing the formation of wrinkles.

Phospholipids and glycolipids when applied to the body have a calming and smoothing effect, and due to their anti-irritant properties they can be used even by people with very sensitive skin. As part of shampoos, oily extracts from oats resume the normal structure of the hair, make them healthy and strong. For this purpose, this component is added to hair masks and body care cosmetics.

How to make oatmeal oil

You can buy oat oil in almost any modern pharmacy, whose employees can guarantee its quality. However, there are people trying to make an oily product on their own at home, which is often a very dubious undertaking. On an industrial scale, a special technique is involved in this process that can extract the essential oils from the seeds. For this reason, the maximum that you can do at home is to create an oily infusion by adding any vegetable oil of your choice to the freshly ground oats.

Having stood under the lid for a week, oat flakes will absorb the oily component and they will need to be filtered, separating all the solid particles. The liquid that remains will resemble a real industrial product, while possessing a significant part of its beneficial properties. In any case, even this option will not be superfluous at home.

How to choose upon purchase

You can get the maximum benefit from the use of oat oil only if it is a quality product. To verify this, it is worth at least paying attention to the shelf life of the selected substance, which is always indicated on the package. On average, the manufacturer takes up no more than two years for consumption, and after this period, the benefit of the oil is significantly reduced (in some situations, it can even harm the body).

As for the packaging itself, the best option is a dark glass container, tightly corked by the manufacturer. It is highly desirable that there are no signs of an autopsy on the vial. The cost of oatmeal oily substance is low, so even in case of delay, you can always buy another bottle.

Important! It’s not worth buying a product from your hands or at bottling, since no one will guarantee its naturalness and beneficial effect on the human body. In some cases, such a composition can cause serious allergic reactions or provoke intoxication of the body.

How to take

The method and norms of using oatmeal directly depend on the goals pursued. In folk medicine, it is often consumed internally as an additive to infusions and decoctions, but in cosmetology, more external use is practiced, with the addition of substances in healing or regular ointments and creams. In each of these cases, it is very important to observe the specific proportions recommended by the selected recipe so as not to harm the body and achieve the most positive result from the use.

Application in cosmetology

The field of use of oat oil in this particular area of ​​human activity is quite extensive and is not limited to applying pure substances to the skin, although this option is not excluded by dermatologists. For example, it can be used as a sunscreen in preparation for tanning or for high-quality moisturizing of the skin after chapping, eliminating unpleasant dryness and tightness.

For home-based facial treatments, it is helpful to add some other ingredients to oatmeal, preparing masks based on them. Good components in this case will be home-made cottage cheese, baked in a blender, egg yolk, chamomile broth (you can add a string of infusion or sage) and the above oil itself.

The process of preparing a healing mixture is simple, because all that is required is to mix all of the listed components and apply them in a thick layer on the face for 20 minutes. Wash off the mask using freshly prepared herbal decoction. After just a few applications of this mask, you can notice an improvement in complexion, smoothing of fine facial wrinkles and increased elasticity of the skin. For the area around the eyes, you can use pure oil, but for the rest of the areas it is better to combine it with other essential extracts and vegetable oils.

When caring for hair, oily extracts from oats will contribute to an increase in the volume and shine of hair, normalizing a suitable water balance in the structure of the hair itself. As in the case of skin care, it is important to use the substance in its pure form or in combination with ready-made and home-made masks and shampoos. For one medium jar of the usual care product (with a capacity of 300-400 ml), 1-2 tbsp is enough. l oils.

Important! If the scalp is prone to increased fat content, before applying the oil should be mixed with soda, which can have a drying effect and reduce the excessive activity of the sebaceous glands.

To care for your nails, you can prepare a cream based on milk, oat oil (in the absence of it, 4-5 tbsp. Oatmeal are used), lanolin (50 g) and any vegetable oil (2 tsp). After mixing hot milk with oatmeal and insisting for 25 minutes, you only need to cool the mixture slightly, add the remaining components to it and put on hands. After about 20-25 minutes, the mixture is washed off with cold water. The resulting amount of composition will be enough for 2-3 procedures, after which you will notice how much stronger the nails have become and what silkiness the skin on the hands now differs.

In folk medicine

Oatmeal oil is an excellent ingredient for preparing a wide variety of medicinal infusions and decoctions. The main thing is to choose the right dosage and determine the additional components of the prescription. Among the most relevant purposes of applying the composition will be the elimination of thyroid problems, treatment of gastrointestinal ulcers and constipation. In each of these cases, the product can be taken on its own, but always in compliance with the dosage.

For diseases of the thyroid gland

The positive effect of oat oil on the endocrine system is explained by the presence of the plant hormone thyrostatin in it, which also has a beneficial effect on the human thyroid gland. You can take the drug in its pure form, 1 hour 30 minutes before a meal, or combine with other plant components useful in this case: silver cinquefoil, nuts, licorice root. For better absorption, they can be mixed together in the form of infusion or decoction, or taken as a dietary supplement in powdered form.

In the treatment of gastrointestinal ulcers

Oatmeal oil is also used in the treatment of internal organs (for example, with a stomach ulcer, gastritis, indigestion, and other similar problems). In this case, it is useful to drink 1 tbsp. oat oil twice a day, at the same time as eating. This excellent dietary product can be added directly to the dishes themselves, in particular after mixing with olive oil. The finished mixture will be an excellent vitamin salad dressing for fresh vegetables and herbs.

For constipation

For people suffering from frequent constipation, oatmeal oil will help to quickly and gently empty the intestines, and with systematic use - completely get rid of this problem. True, in any case, a single dose should not exceed 10 ml. Take the substance on an empty stomach, about half an hour before meals, once a day.

The effectiveness of oat oil has been proven in other health problems, in particular in the treatment of cardiovascular ailments, gallbladder inflammation (with impaired bile outflow), some problems with the kidneys and urinary system. This product will be equally useful for people whose work is associated with constant mental and emotional stress, because due to polyunsaturated fatty acids, memory, speed of thinking and logic are significantly improved, not to mention minimizing depression and the likelihood of a nervous breakdown.

Did you know? Oatmeal is an excellent way to neutralize unpleasant odors accumulated in the refrigerator. To use the flakes for these purposes, just pour them into an open wide container and leave them in the refrigerator.

In order for oat oil to bring only benefit and maximize its full potential, do not boil and digest it.

Possible harm and contraindications

If the human body is not prone to allergic manifestations, with moderate consumption, oat oil is unlikely to harm it.

• However, in certain situations, such a probability cannot be excluded, therefore, regardless of the nature of the ailment, it is advisable to adhere to the following recommendations:
• do not exceed the recommended daily dose (per adult should not be more than 20 ml of a substance evenly divided into several doses);
• do not mix the specified product with acetic acid, which is capable of changing its chemical composition not in favor of the body;
• Do not fry any products in oat oil, because even without fat they will still not be so useful, having absorbed all carcinogens in the cooking process;
• do not delay with the intake of oily liquid (on average, the course of application should not exceed three weeks, after which it is recommended to take a two- or three-month break).

In order to increase the body's immune forces, the product is given even to children, however, in this case, a pediatrician is required to observe a dosage of 1–5 g per day, divided into several doses and mixed with salad or porridge.

Also, do not forget that oat oil can not be considered as the only right medicine for certain ailments. Rather, it acts as an auxiliary substance, and for the qualitative elimination of the cause of the disease, it is necessary to use classic medicines prescribed by a doctor.

Oatmeal oil is truly a valuable aid in normalizing well-being and eliminating various human health problems. However, as in any other case, a strict adherence to all the rules for its use and the absence of direct contraindications (for example, an allergic reaction) will be a prerequisite. Only a careful attitude to your body will guarantee an improvement in its condition.