5 Amazing Benefits Of Rice Bran Oil For Skin And Hair

When it comes to skin and hair care, natural oils can prove to be quite beneficial. If you wish to have a soft, supple and nourished skin, then natural oils can do wonders as they have their own unique set of skin benefiting properties. Rice bran oil is used as a dressing in salads. It is not only great for cooking but is also widely used as a natural skin care product. It is quite rich in various vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. For those wondering, rice bran is the outer layer of rice grain. Rice bran oil is the oil extracted from the hard outer brown layer of rice called chaff (rice husk).According to Bangalore-based nutritionist Dr. Anju Sood, "Rice bran oil has the right amount of poly unsaturated fatty acids in it. Apart from this, it also has flavonoids present which can do wonders for skin and hair health."

Here's a list of 5 benefits that rice bran oil has to offer. 

1.  Nourishes Hair: Rice bran oil is rich in omega 3 and 6 fatty acids which help nourish the hair. If you happen to have frizzy hair, then bring this oil to your rescue as regular use of this use oil could possibly  make your hair thicker and easily manageable. To reap its benefits, massage your hair using this oil before hair wash. It will keep your hair follicles healthy.(Also Read: 10 Health Benefits of Rice Bran Oil )
 2.  Protects Skin From UV Rays:
The sun could get pretty merciless to your skin. To prevent damage caused due to sun's UV Rays you can use some rice bran oil. Take 2 drops of rice bran oil and gently massage it over your face until it is fully absorbed. This oil will protect your skin from pollution and also act as a natural sun screen.(Also Read: Beat The Heat: 8 Natural Beauty Tips To Prevent Sunburn)3.  Acts As A Makeup Remover:  The natural antioxidants present in the rice bran oil could also help you get rid of excessive makeup, making your skin look supple and soft. It is an excellent source of vitamin E which has the tendency to penetrate deep into your skin's layers.(Also Read: 5 Natural Remedies To Get Rid Of Rosacea (Skin Redness )
 4.  Prevents Early Hair Greying:The antioxidants present in the oil not only provide skin nourishment but also help in keeping the skin young. It prevents early signs of hair greying. Use warm rice bran oil and massage your hair twice a week. To make the most of it, add 2-3 drops of this oil to your shampoo as well.(Also Read: 6 Best Cooking Oils for People With Diabetes )
 5.  Prevents Dark Circles:Aren't you juts fed up of the dark circles that almost always manages to spoil your look for the day? Rice bran oil enhances the blood circulation around the eye area and prevents puffy eyes and dark circles. The high concentration of sterol in it lightens the under eye skin and prevents dark circles.(Also Read: 7 Amazing Eye Masks to Get Rid of Dark Circles and Tired Eyes )
 So what are you waiting for? Bring this natural oil to your rescue and reap all its benefits!Disclaimer:The opinions expressed within this article are the personal opinions of the author. NDTV is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, suitability, or validity of any information on this article. All information is provided on an as-is basis. The information, facts or opinions appearing in the article do not reflect the views of NDTV and NDTV does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.