Olive oil for skin is a beauty hack that’s been used in Ancient Egypt and Old Hollywood alike.

But is it truly safe?

Here’s how to best use it.

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It has nutrients that nourish and soften skin and leaves behind a luxurious sheen.

But they didnt have dermatologists in the days of pyramids.

Or is the Mediterranean (skin) diet best left in the past?

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board-certified dermatologist with Schweiger Dermatology Group

It does have antioxidant properties and can help moisturize.

That doesnt mean that olive oil is evil by any means!

But lets not deny that olive oil can still be a beauty powerhouse.

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Those antioxidants are effective skin protectors and thevitamin E can keep you looking youthful.

The key is to use it as a moisturizingelementin your skincare products, instead of as the moisturizer itself.

One more word of advice when it comes to olive oil for skin?

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Trying to defend against damaging UV rays?

But the Tata Harper Retinoic Oil gives your skin a bonus: the smoothing benefits of Vitamin A. Olive oil is joined by avocado, apricot, and jojoba oils for an extra dose of nourishment.

Plus, a blend of rose, ylang-ylang, and clove adds a soft, heavenly aroma.

Black hair woman wearing a grey and white bra giving herself a deep cleansing session with a face brush and Gatineau skincare face wash lotion, after her shower. Studio skincare portrait over isolated background.

board-certified dermatologist with Schweiger Dermatology Group

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Jam-packed with antioxidants, this removes makeup and rinses clean, all while conditioning your skin.

Sounds deliciousand for good reason.

A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

This dreamy balm aims to smooth out all of your roughest spots, from head to toe.

That green tint is a nod to one of the moisturizers main ingredients (big surprise: olive oil!

The cream melts with the warmth of your skin, turning into the perfect, not-too-greasy oil consistency.

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This stuff willtransformyour skincare routine.

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