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Skincare Benefits of Emu Oil

Emu oil for your skin

The emu is a bird native to Australia and cousin of the ostrich:
These birds have long been revered by the Aborigines who used
its oil to cure various ailments, soothe and moisturize the skin.
It is suitable for all skin types and for adults and children
alike.

For several years, emu oil is marketed for treating wounds and
burns, relieve inflammation and pain.Known by the Australian
Aborigines for centuries, emu oil comes from the fat of the
bird. It is a natural substance containing oleic and linoleic
acids. It has the quality to be very penetrating.

Clinical trials have demonstrated several advantages such as
alleviating eczema, dry skin and insect bites, accelerate the
healing of burns and cuts as well as soothe sore muscles and
joints.

How to use emu oil?

Care emu oil exist in the form of oil, cream, capsule, cake for
emu oil (a kind of soap but without foaming agents) and lip balm.

- Emu oil is used by applying one drop at a time and massage
until completely absorbed. It can be applied to the skin, hair,
nails, hands and feet.

- The cream is used for hydration as a classic cream. It can
relieve muscle pain and arthritis.

- Bread with emu oil is used as a soap and has the property of
being gentle to the skin and not irritating.

The benefits of emu oil

This oil is moisturizing, soothing, relieves itching and causes
no side effects. Emu oil is a dry oil, therefore it leaves no
oily residue on the skin.

Emu oil is naturally rich in Omega 3, Omega 6 and Omega 9. With
its high concentration of essential fatty acids it quickly
penetrates the skin and stimulates the production of new cells.

Emu oil can relieve eczema, psoriasis and reduce scarring,
bruises and muscle aches.

Wound healing, accelerating healing of burns, cuts, while
reducing pain.

In pregnant women, it can prevent stretch marks caused by
pregnancy, chapped breasts, cure yeast infections, or
hemorrhoids.

Emu oil for healing tattoos

Because of its healing properties of emu oil can be used for
the treatment of skin after a tattoo. Be careful to use emu oil
100% pure. Some oils are designed for use in chiropractic or
massage and are mixed with essential oils. Never use this type
of oil on a recent tattoo. The use of emu oil is most common in
Canada, Quebec. Australia and the United States.

1. Before using your new tattoo clean with an antiseptic like
Septivon or so mild soap without perfumes and natural.
ATTENTION: Please keep the original dressing as directed by
your tattooist. He knows his way of poking and how your skin
reacted.

2. Apply emu oil lightly over the surface of the tattoo and
surrounding area. Own painkillers and healing emu oil will play
a full role. More emu oil penetrates deeply into the skin and
releases anti-oxidants and contains significant levels of
essential fatty acids.

3. Repeat this operation 3 times a day. The moisturizing
properties of the product will prevent the formation of scabs
and peeling tattoo. Also that it will keep its brilliance and
its best possible colors

Main uses of emu oil

Arthritis: Alternative treatment offering relief from the
sweetness. The swelling and stiffness decreased significantly
after regular use.

Eczema: Reduces significantly the irritation and inflammation
of the skin. Use alone or after your usual treatment.

The Sun: Emu oil penetrates and soothes sunburned skin and also
prevents blisters from water, it has remarkable moisturizing
properties.

Wrinkles: Emu oil is composed of almost 100% triglyceride. Apply
to eye contour, mouth and neck at bedtime.

Sport and muscles: Emu oil can also relieve pain caused by
sports. It soothes sore muscles. Apply before or after training.

Burns: Emu oil, applied on a burn, prevent blisters and
regenerates the skin. It helps heal and remove pain. Studied in
the laboratory, emu oil exceeds aloe to care related to burns.
That is why emu oil is used for the care and healing of tattoos.

Other uses: Headaches, hemorrhoids, ingrown nails, insect bites,
skin care, etc.


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