The Benefits of Wheat Germ Oil
Wheat germ oil is one of the most common used oil on massage therapies for so many good reasons. It is a type of oil that is basically extracted from the germ of the wheat kernel. It is an unrefined type of oil used on massage therapy sessions that contains high amount of vitamin A and D and holds the record for having the highest amount of vitamin E among all the other vegetable oils.
When applied on the skin, the massage therapist can work conveniently and efficiently on the areas of the body that needs to be massaged. Not only is it good aid for providing a smooth surface for the masseuse, it also improves the condition of the skin which is why it is also a popular ingredient used on many beauty and skin wellness products all around the world. Thanks to these wonderful properties of the wheat germ oil, many patients can enjoy the benefits and pleasure of both worlds.
Wheat germ oil used on the patient’s body during the massage therapy has many positive and beneficial results aside for being just a medium for a good application of the different massage strokes on therapeutic massage sessions. You can find below the many benefits one can get from using this type of massage oil during a therapeutic massage:
Improves the skin condition – Wheat germ oil as mentioned above has the highest vitamin E content from all of the vegetable oil. This means that whenever this type of oil is applied on the skin during the massage therapy, the skin absorbs the amazing benefits by getting revitalized and rejuvenated. Add to that the constant stimulation of the nerve and the muscle of the body, the oil is equally distributed all over the body with every stroke of the massage therapist’s hand. Vitamin A is also present in this type of oil which also aids in the healing process of the skin and has similar properties that addresses the heath condition of the patient’s skin.
Improves the blood circulation – massage therapy improves and increases the blood circulation of the patient after regular massage therapy session. The massage oil plays a huge role during the massage therapy that is why it is vital in achieving a good health condition. Wheat germ oil when applied on the skin improves the blood circulation in the skin. Aside from that benefit, it also aids the self regeneration of the skin cells that were damaged due to environmental causes such as too much exposure to direct sunlight.
Maintains a younger appearance – it its popularly known as having antioxidant properties that keeps on preventing the signs of aging inside the body of an individual which results on the person’s outward appearance. Imagine enjoying the benefits of a good massage therapy with the additional benefit of retaining your younger looking self from this type of massage oil. It also contains both oleic acid and linoleic acid which contributes as essential fatty acids good for keeping our immune system up on guard, the nervous system, as well as in regenerating the damaged cells in our body.
Author Bio: I write for TIR Massage Stone about hot stone massage and massage stone therapy including hot and cold applications.
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