Sesame oil, distilled from sesame seeds has been used for culinary purposes from years. Apart from it, it is also known for its medicinal benefits. Here are few of the beauty benefits of sesame oil.

Works as moisturizer

The sesame oil comprises of essential fatty acids such as oleic, palmitic, stearic acid and linoleic which makes it a best natural moisturizer. Regularly apply sesame oil to maintain smooth and soft skin. Adding this oil to bathing water helps curing cracked elbows and dry knees.

Slows-down ageing

Want to look younger? No problem add some sesame seed oil in your diet. Packed with vitamin E, antioxidants and sesamol that stops radical damage—sesame oil delays ageing process.

Increases circulation

Sesame oil has high viscosity and hence can go deep into your skin and nourish it from inside. For glowing skin, go for normal sesame oil massage which enhances blood circulation and revives damaged cells.

Natural sunscreen

Don’t worry if you forget to buy a sunscreen before going to a vacation, simply take a bottle of sesame seed oil with you. This oil helps you shield skin from sun tan.

Treats skin

Regular application of sesame seed oil over wounds and cuts aids cure them quickly as it exhibits antibacterial properties.