The Benefits of Emu Oil.

WHAT IS EMU OIL:

The Emu bird is a flightless bird that is native to Australia, but is now found in many countries due to the demands of the medicinal properties of Emu OIl.Emu oil is a bright yellow liquid made up of mostly fat. The use of Emu oil originates from the Australian Aborigine culture, according to their oral history, Emu oil has been used for thousands of years and know as "the sacred oil".

ENHANCING SKIN MOISTURE AND ABSORPTION

Skin easily absorbs Emu oil making skin less prone to cracking or drying out.Research has found that Emu oil may help increase the number of healthy skin cells.The research also signals that applying emu oil to the skin may help increase the number of healthy skin cells. Emu oil stimulates the skin to reduce the appearance of skin wrinkles, and rejuvenate aging or sun-damaged skin.Emu oil has also been recommended for use in the treatment of skin conditions like alopecia, rosacea,shingles  hypopigmentation,  and dermatitis.

HEALING WOUNDS

Because of its painkilling effect antioxidants levels, and ability to reach deep into the skin, emu oil can be applied to small wounds, cuts, bruises, or burns. It can help ease the pain of minor wounds, and the antioxidants may help protect the skin from additional damage.

BUG REPELLANT

Applying emu oil to the skin before heading outdoors can actually help repel insects. This is partly due to substances called terpenes found in the oil. Many insects are disoriented or repelled by terpenes, and putting the oil on exposed skin can keep bugs at bay.

BENEFITS

While many topical creams claim to be effective for dry skin, arthritis, and inflammation, most creams and lotions are made up of large particles that cannot penetrate the skin. However, emu oil is made up of smaller particles, which allows it to carry many healthful compounds to deep layers of the skin.Emu oil contains high amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), antioxidants, and compounds, including:Essential fatty acids: Emu oil is high in a omega-3 oils and omega 6, and omega-9 fatty acids. These help reduce inflammation, ease muscular pain, and arthritic joint pain. They may also help relieve signs of wrinkles, scars, and blemishes by nourishing the skin cells.Vitamin A: An antioxidant and essential nutrient, vitamin A is an excellent skin tonic.