5 Amazing Uses of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Olive oils described as ‘virgin’ are those that have been obtained from the original fruit without having been synthetically treated.

Olive oil has a large proportion of vitamins A, D, and K, as well as vitamin E, which is a key source of protein needed in the fight against free radicals. 

That is why EVOO ( as Rachel Ray calls it) have so many benefits and can be used in so many ways.

Here are 5 uses of EVOO which I would like to share

This is a new one I just found out recently.  Throw away those shaving cream with nasty chemicals and use EVOO instead. It leaves the skin soft and supple.

Since I walk barefoot most of the time at home, use flipflops when I'm outside, my feet really tend to dry up and even look nasty at times. EVOO again to the rescue.  Just massage all over the feet and this will soften the rough dry skin leaving it very silky smooth.  Do this every after taking a shower and at night before going to bed.

Tormented by dry nails and cuticles? Keep them moisturized by using EVOO. For those cracked nails, the oil can also strengthen it with regular use. Just massage EVOO on the nails which will keep them hydrated as well.  Can be used every morning and at night before sleeping.

Another great use for EVOO is for chapped lips. Just take a few drops of the oil and using your ring finger gently pat it on your lips as you would a lip balm.  This will make your lips really soft. Want to take it up a knotch? Mix a small amount of fine sugar with a little EVOO and use this as a lip scrub.  Scrub your lips before applying lipstick for an even finish. ( Don't forget to rinse the lips after scrubbing) This is a sure winner!

Lastly and my favorite of all is making use of EVOO for a home made body scrub. If you head to the spa these days for a body scrub or buy a fancy scrub at a beauty store, it will burn a hole in your wallet. Now the home made stuff is a lot cheaper, more eco friendly and chemical free.  Need I say more?

What you need to do is mix sugar and oil in the ratio of 2 parts sugar to 1 part Extra Virgin Olive oil.  Mix them together using a spoon in a clean plastic or glass container. If you want your scrub to smell amazing add a few drops of your favorite essential oils into the mixture and viola! There you have it, home made and ready to use.  

Now having smooth skin need not be too expensive anymore.  Try them and I'm sure you'll love it.  A certain delight for yourself!