The most commonly overheard thing from our kitchen is Mustard oil or Sarson ka tel. This was the most glorified and authentic cooking oil which is a must in recipes like Sarson ka saag, fish curry, pooris, and mixed veg.
Delicacies cooked in mustard oil taste even more delicious and memorable. Whether you eat a roadside dhabha or a five-star hotel, there are some cuisines that can’t be imagined without mustard oil. And especially ours is a country where mustard oil is used for cooking in every nook and corner.
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But this darkish yellow oil is not only confined to cooking, it is also used for body massage, skin and hair rejuvenation and many rituals as well. It has been known to fight skin infections, removal of body toxins, resolving the dry skin issues, etc. The list goes on. This oil has an excellent antifungal and antibacterial properties which help fight skin rashes and also contributes to skin lightening. Read on further to know some more mustard oil benefits.
Mustard oil for Skin – Natural sunscreen
We are now used to wear a sunscreen containing SPF 20+, but we can’t overlook the natural sunscreen bestowed to us- the mustard oil. It is thick in consistency and have high levels of vitamin E, so it also doubles up as a natural sunscreen. The vitamin E in the mustard oil shields the skin from the harmful action of sun’s UV radiations and keeps the premature wrinkles and other signs of ageing at bay.
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Mustard oil for hair – Prevents greying of hair
We have seen our elders using mustard oil as their regular hair oil for massaging their scalp. Now we realise why people in the earlier ages had darker hair than ours. You can give up on those expensive hair dyes and artificial hair oil to prevent premature greying of hair.
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Apply the mustard oil directly to your hair. Keep it there for half an hour and wash it off using a mild shampoo. We know that it’s not an easy job to get rid of the thick mustard oil from the scalp. Do the massage the night before you wash your hair and feel the new bounce in your hair.
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Mustard oil for Skin – Lightens tan
Throw away your artificial fairness creams that contain bleach which is utterly harmful to your skin. The mustard oil is a natural skin lightening agent which can give your fairness cream a tough competition. Massage your face regularly with mustard oil. Within few days, you will notice that tanning, dark spots and blemishes are diminishing.
Also, you can mix gram flour with 1 tsp. of curd and few drops of lemon juice with a tsp. of mustard oil. Apply this mixture on your face. Leave it for 10-15 minutes. Wash your face afterward. For the best results, apply this face pack thrice a week.
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Mustard oil for Skin – Improves complexion
Most of us have adopted this misconception that when mustard oil applied directly to the face, it causes skin darkening. But in reality, just the opposite of it happens.
Mix coconut oil with mustard oil in equal quantities. Apply this mixture of oil on your face. Massage it well using your fingertips till it gets absorbed by your skin. You can massage your face regularly with this mixture in order to improve your blood circulation. Regular application of this oil can make your complexion shining brightly.
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Mustard oil for hair – Nourishes scalp
Mustard oil is blessed with loads of antibacterial and antifungal properties. So when you massage mustard oil in your scalp regularly, it will give you a squeaky clean scalp as well as freedom from dandruff. This is the great news for those who spend most of the time looking for dandruff in their scalp.
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You can make a mixture of mustard oil, coconut oil, and olive oil. Heat this mixture until lukewarm. Apply this mixture to your scalp and massage it gently using your fingertips. Now, cover your hair with a towel soaked in warm water and keep it as such for 10 minutes until all the heat gets absorbed by your scalp. Wash your hair with a shampoo and get the results in a just single wash.
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Weight Loss
Mustard oil is famous for speeding up the metabolic process of the body, as it is packed with a wide array of vitamins which play a leading role in the same. Our metabolism suffers a great deal due to our poor lifestyle and habits. Speeding up the metabolism leads straightaway to weight loss and weight management.
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Dry and Cracked Lips
Instead of blabbing too much of lip balm on your chapped lips, simply apply mustard oil in your belly to get rid of dried and chapped lips. Do this before going to bed, every night.
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This miracle oil has a lot to offer in term of beauty and health. But it’s just us who seems to be overlooking the blessing our ancestors have bestowed upon us. Try the mustard oil for these amazing benefits and share your experiences.
