Sesame vegetable oil is very useful for cosmetics. It is used as a base for massage and skin care thanks to its property as a cosmetic excipient. It is appreciated for its moisturizing, nourishing and UV-absorbing properties. Sesame seeds have great nutritional potential and many virtues. Let us discover here 5 virtues of sesame vegetable oil.
What is sesame oil?
An oilseed plant that can reach 2 m in height in a favorable environment, sesame refers to a seed plant. It has a stem that is branched or not depending on the variety. According to its botanical classification, it is an annual plant belonging to the family of the Pedaliaceae. With the scientific name Sesamum Indicum, the sesame plant comes mainly from Burkina Faso. It is currently grown in the temperate, subtropical and tropical regions of Asia (Myanmar and India) and of Africa.
Sesame is an oilseed plant. It is rich in vitamin E and in fatty acids and is recognized for its antioxidant, anti-aging and regenerating properties. Sesame vegetable oil is obtained by cold pressing, with no chemical treatment. Of cosmetic and nutritional quality, it also holds the HESD quality label (Scientifically Defined Essential Oil).
The quality of sesame oil is defined by its composition
The production conditions notably influence the composition of sesame vegetable oil. To get a good-quality oil, make sure you have an organic, pure, natural and extra virgin oil. Very rich in minerals (calcium, folate, manganese, phosphorus, calcium), sesame oil also contains phytosterols. It is a high source of vitamins (E, B), of fiber, of iron, of zinc and of copper.
1- The fatty acids contained in sesame vegetable oil
The fatty acids present in sesame vegetable oil:
- Saturated Fatty Acids (SFA),
- Monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA),
- Polyunsaturated fatty acid (linoleic acid, which belongs to the omega-6 family). Bear in mind that an omega-6 deficiency can lead to intense dryness of the skin and cause allergies.
It also contains other natural antioxidants such as sesamin, sesamolin and selenium.
2- Antioxidant properties of sesame oil
As we have already described, sesame oil is a compound of plant origin very rich in antioxidants, thanks to the fact that it contains vitamin E, which delays the oxidation of cells and tissues, letting them stay hydrated, elastic and nourished, since it stabilizes the polyunsaturated oil so that it lasts much longer.
Another of the very important virtues of sesame oil is that it removes the free radicals that cause serious diseases, which is why this wonderful oil contributes to the preservation of tissues and cells, by preventing the harmful effects that cause aging over time. Delaying it as long as possible is a natural quality that many have appreciated. It is also considered in the treatment of colon cancer, for example, since it acts as a preventive treatment to avoid tumors, and more serious ills.
In India, for example, it is customary to apply sesame oil in order to keep the hair combed for longer, which also moisturizes it and stimulates its continuous growth. Also, to treat flakes on the scalp or dandruff, it is applied from the root. It softens the hair, leaving it soft and shiny.
3- The cosmetic virtues of sesame oil
The lecithin composition of sesame oil promotes the regeneration of the hydrolipidic film and the hydration of the skin. Considered an excellent dermatological care product, sesame oil offers beneficial actions for the skin. It strengthens the rebuilding of epidermal lipids and limits the water loss of the skin. Through its nutritive and softening qualities, it promotes the good cohesion of the cells of the skin.
Sesame oil and its advantages
Sesame oil above all releases an antioxidant, painkilling, emollient, sebum-regulating, nourishing, softening and anti-inflammatory effect. It acts against cell aging and cardiovascular diseases.
Sesame oil softens irritated or dehydrated skin while making the epidermis more supple. It relieves itching, cures dandruff and beautifies the nails. It rarely causes allergies and can be used by every age group. Its soft, light scent makes it suitable for people suffering from respiratory diseases such as asthma.
Very close to argan oil in its chemical composition, sesame oil also has similar properties. Known for improving the elasticity of the skin, it just as much promotes skin regeneration. In addition, nourishing and anti-free-radical, it contributes greatly to the restructuring of the epidermis and the dermis. Widely used in case of significant flaking, of acne, of psoriasis, light burns or chapping, it thus promotes a healing that is fast.
By activating the production of elastin and collagen, it is also much appreciated for fighting skin aging and notably limits the appearance and/or the development of brown spots. Suiting particularly dry and sensitive skin as well as mature skin, it is furthermore advised to prevent stretch marks during a pregnancy. Its use is therefore highly recommended to older people and to lovers of aesthetics. This is because it makes it possible to keep the body soft, even and delicate through time and climatic hazards.
Finally, on the hair side, sesame oil nourishes and strengthens the hair shaft. It can also slow down hair loss and bring it more radiance. It thus proves to be a useful solution for people suffering from hair loss and/or poor hair growth. It is also a great ally of lovers of abundant, long and radiant hair.
Indeed, you simply need to apply it gently to the hair every day. The results are visible after a few weeks of use, to the great happiness of lovers of good hair. An important and interesting thing: people suffering from hair loss can correct the problem through the rigorous use of sesame oil. This oil has healing properties and its way of use is pleasant and not very demanding.
To source cold-pressed sesame oil for cosmetics, contact Tchaou Group Manufacture, the reference in producing and supplying extra virgin cosmetic oils.