Wheat-germ oil is derived from wheat germ, which is considered the "heart" of wheat since it's found at the center of the wheat berry. It feeds the wheat plant with nutrients to help it germinate and grow. Wheat germ is the most nutritious component of the wheat kernel and contains 23 different nutrients, including protein, B vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, iron and calcium. Its dense nutritional benefits make it a healthy addition to your diet. The oil is also nutrient-packed, which makes it particularly well-suited to moisturizing and soothing your skin.
Benefits of Topical Use
Wheat-germ oil is readily absorbed by your skin, which makes it an effective moisturizer and an appropriate topical treatment. When applied to your skin, wheat-germ oil delivers a healthy infusion of vitamin A, vitamin D, B vitamins, antioxidants and fatty acids. These nutrients not only moisturize and heal dry or cracked skin, they also help prevent scarring. In particular, wheat-germ oil is a rich source of vitamin E, which helps reduce skin damage, fight free radicals, support healthy collagen formation and maintain even skin tone.
How to Use Wheat-Germ Oil
If you're using wheat-germ oil topically, it's best to use it as part of a blend. Because of its strong aroma, add no more than 10- to 15-percent wheat germ-oil to your mixture. Also try base oils, such as jojoba or carrot, and essential oils, such as sandalwood, geranium, cedarwood, fennel, lavender and patchouli -- all of which support healthy skin. In addition to using the oil topically, you can also drizzle it on vegetables or salads, or incorporate it into other dishes to give your recipes a nutritious boost.
Here are a few blends to try.
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For dry and mature skin: You can use the oil as is or mix it in a 1:1 ratio with another thick, moisturizing oil like avocado oil. While avocado is thick, it gets absorbed really quickly into the skin and so it won't leave you feeling overly greasy.
For combination and oily skin: Use a lighter oil like jojoba or sunflower oil in a 6:1 ratio with wheat germ oil i.e. 6 tablespoons of jojoba oil to 1 tablespoon of wheat germ oil. You can use this mix on your skin and hair
Can't stand the smell? Mask it with another strong scent that you actually like. Five drops of essential oils to any of the above blends would work. My favorites are lavender, sandalwood, and orange.
For a moisturizing face mask: A 1:1 ratio of honey and wheat germ oil makes a super moisturizing face and skin mask. This is perfect to add to your natural skin care regime. Simply apply the mix to your face and let it sit for 15 - 20 minutes before rinsing off.
Remember, wheat germ has a high comedogenic rating, meaning it can cause acne. So you should use this mask with caution if you have acne prone skin.
For strengthening hair: Using a 1:1:1 ratio, mix one part coconut oil with one part pure aloe vera and one part wheat germ oil. Massage this mix on your scalp for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off.
For stretch marks: Use wheat germ oil directly on your marks. You can also use a 1:1 ratio of wheat germ oil and calendula oil or an 8:1 ratio of cocoa butter to wheat germ oil (i.e. 1/2 cup of cocoa butter to 1/16 cup or 1 tbsp of wheat germ oil).