Oils have been used for beauty care since ancient times, including olive oil,
sesame (til) oil, mustard oil, coconut oil, almond oil, sunflower oil, and
castor oil. They are commonly used to nourish the skin and hair. Beauty expert
Shahnaz Husain shares tips on the best oils for skin and hair.
Ancient Indian beauty secrets show that natural oils are especially good for
dry skin and hair.
According to Ayurveda, sesame (til) oil is good to use in all seasons.
It is light, odorless, and easily absorbed by the skin. Sesame oil is
nutrient-rich and has healing properties. Research shows it also has a natural
SPF 6, so it can help soothe sunburn. It contains Vitamin E, minerals, protein,
and lecithin. For the face, massaging sesame oil can help relieve dryness.