Pistachio Oil

Pistachio oil is obtained by cold pressing nuts (these are nuts from the Anacardiaceae family). The fat is characterized by a dark green color and a thick consistency, and during refining the color changes to light yellow, but the unique properties of the product are preserved. Interestingly, the darker the shade of the oil, the stronger its aroma.

It has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times, and is most popular in Arabic medicine. Avicenna also claims that pistachio oil is effective in the treatment of heart disease, and is considered very useful for digestion. In addition, it improves mood, tones and rejuvenates the body.

Useful properties of pistachio oil

The kernel of nuts consists of 70% useful oil. The composition of the fat includes unsaturated fatty acids: 51-54% oleic, 31-35% linoleic, about 2% linolenic and as much palmitoleic. A representative of saturated acids is sterol, the amount of which is approximately 2%.

The oil is rich in phytosterols (including beta-sitosterol) and the useful vitamin E (19 mg per 100 grams of oil).

Phytosterols are able to activate the processes of skin regeneration, contribute to the strengthening of its barrier function, as well as contribute to elasticity. In addition, these substances affect the synthesis of collagen, have anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties, are used to soothe sensitive skin.

Due to the large amount of oleic acid, nut oil helps to restore the barrier function of the epidermis. It is able to retain moisture, penetrating as deep as possible into the skin. This makes it a suitable product for flaky and dry skin, as well as a good means of restorative hair care.

Linoleic acid fights skin dehydration and reduces water loss from its surface layer. At the same time it protects it from external factors, has a calming and nourishing effect.

Pistachio oil helps strengthen the immune system, normalizes muscle activity, neutralizes the products of oxygen metabolism, which harm the body, and reduces the risk of developing cancer.

Thanks to the tannins in the composition of the useful liquid, it has anti-inflammatory and healing effects.

It is recommended that the product be part of the menu of people suffering from tuberculosis, anemia, as well as people suffering from influenza, pneumonia and going through any severe infections.

The oil improves cerebral circulation, stimulates memory and increases the ability to concentrate. When added to food, it reduces the susceptibility to heart disease, perfectly tones and improves mood.

The product is useful to take with reduced liver function because it opens the blockages in the body. The oil also helps in the treatment of jaundice, is used as an analgesic in gastric and hepatic colitis. It also has a beneficial effect on people suffering from arterial hypertension and thrombophlebitis, various chest diseases, and cough. It has tonic and tonic effects.

Pistachio oil is also used for rinsing the gums, and for this purpose can be applied in pure form or in combination with vegetable oils (jojoba, almond, peach, the ratio should be 1: 1).

Use in cosmetics

Nut oil helps with cracking, drying and frostbite of the skin, fights flaky dry skin, as well as sensitivity and the possibility of inflammation. It is an excellent protection from ultraviolet rays, removes freckles and pigmented skin without harming the body.

The product is an integral part of rejuvenating creams, and through such means contributes to the removal of wrinkles, gives elasticity and erases traces of fatigue.

As the oil improves blood circulation, all cells regenerate, which moisturizes the skin and makes it soft.

The product strengthens and nourishes the hair and nails, is part of emulsions, shampoos and other cosmetics.

Dangerous and harmful properties of pistachio oil

The oil is a 100% natural product that has no side effects. It is not suitable for use only in case of individual intolerance to it, and is not recommended for use by pregnant women.