Scapflower oil is generally available in two types: high in oleic acid or linoleic acid. While oleic acid-rich scaping works well for dry skin, most of the other skin benefits are attributed to linoleic-rich scapmus oil.
Benefits of scaprum Oil for the Skin
In short, this oil has beneficial effects on the skin since:
- Fights acne.
- Lightens the skin.
- Fights wrinkles and dry skin.
- Improves wound healing.
1. Fight acne
Scapmus oil rich in linoleic acid, which accounts for about 70% of its composition, is just what your skin needs if you’re dealing with acne.
Low levels of linoleic acid can cause hyperkeratinization, a condition in which elevated levels of keratin, which is a protein present in the skin, hair, and nails, are seen. This causes dead skin cells to stick together instead of detaching, which in turn causes the pores and pimples of the skin to clog. According to one study, topical application of linoleic acid for a month caused clogged skin pores or microcomedones to be reduced by about 25%. Therefore, apply a little scapmus oil to remove the root grains and combat the microcomedones before they become pimples or white dots. It also helps that scathing oil is not greasy and light.
2. Lightens the skin
Your skin increases levels of a natural pigment known as melanin when exposed to sunlight. Melanin protects the skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s rays and also darkens the skin; that’s why the skin tans in the sun. But research shows that linoleic acid has skin lightening properties. It can suppress melanin production and decrease hyperpigmentation caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation. It also accelerates the renewal of the outermost layer of the skin or stratum corneum, resulting in the removal of melanin. 5 Vitamin E in scapmus oil also helps protect the skin from the ravages of the sun thanks to its ability to counteract oxidative stress.
Linoleic acid has also been used to successfully treat melasma, a hyperpigmentation disorder in which dark spots appear on the skin. Therefore, applying scaps oil can help undo a rebellious tan and even the tone of your skin.
3. Fight wrinkles and dry skin
Could scathmus oil hold the secret to a young, supple skin? Research seems to suggest this. One study found that middle-aged American women whose diets included higher amounts of linoleic acid had better, less dry, and less wrinkled skin. Therefore, adding scap oil to your kitchen can result in younger skin.
The study also found that lower intake of carbohydrates and saturated fats along with higher intake of vitamin C had beneficial effects for cell regeneration.
It also helps that scathrum oil is rich in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that fights accelerated aging and skin wrinkles. With 100 g of scap, you have approximately 34 mg of vitamin E, which satisfies more than 200% of your daily value requirement.
Incorporate scathrum oil into your kitchen and into your weekly skincare routine. For example, add a little scapmus oil each time you make a mask to rejuvenate the skin. It also works as a lightweight moisturizer for the skin.
4. Helps heal wounds
Research indicates that both topical application and oral administration of linoleic acid can help with wound healing. An animal study found that the application of linoleic acid increased the healing mass of wounds, as well as the total DNA and protein content of wounds.
Meanwhile, another study looked at the effect of oral linoleic acid administration on wound healing in diabetic rats. Consumption of linoleic acid was found to induce the formation of new blood vessels and improve wound healing. Linoleic acid may have a pro-inflammatory effect that could accelerate the wound healing process.
