Our summers are refreshed with watermelon, but watermelon isn’t just for yummy cocktails. Its seed oil is incredibly beneficial for our skin. Let’s discuss this in detail.
This oil is extracted from watermelon seeds. It is fine and lightweight in nature. It bears fantastic nutrients like unsaturated fats such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, Omega 3, 6 & 9 fatty acids and vitamin A, B and E. It also contains trace elements like magnesium, copper, iron and potassium. It absorbs quickly and penetrates deeply into the skin, and clarifies the skin inside out. Just like how refreshing its fruit is, this oil also leaves restorative effects on our skin.
Watermelon seed oil is good for all skin types. Its rich composition clarifies the oily skin, and unsaturated fat content moisturizes and softens the dry skin. It nourishes, detoxifies and makes our skin smooth and healthy. Rich antioxidant concentration restores the youthful appearance. It also encourages collagen production. Trace minerals and healthy fats fight off hyperpigmentation. Vitamin E content improves blood circulation and reduces puffiness.
Watermelon seed oil is incredible for the whole skin. It is available in markets in facial cleansers, hydrating creams, lotions, etc. You can also use this oil in raw form.
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About the Author: Dr. Iqra Mubashar is a registered Pharmacist originally from Pakistan, Lahore. She has earned her pharmacy degree from the University of veterinary and animal sciences, Lahore. She has completed her internship as a trainee from Children hospital, Lahore. She has completed her research work in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutics. She has worked as a healthcare documentation head in Al-Qasim enterprises, Islamabad. She has specialized in prescription handling, drugs information, literature research, patient counseling and pharmaceutical care plans. Her research work on coronavirus is under publication.
