Table 2. Benefits, Drawbacks, and Cosmeceutical Applications of Oils.
Oil | Benefits | Drawbacks | Cosmeceutical applications |
---|---|---|---|
Coconut oil | Rich in antioxidants | Highly comedogenic | Facial cleanser |
Antimicrobial properties | Solidifies at low temperatures | Moisturizers | |
Promotes wound healing | Greasy texture | Lip balms | |
Reduces inflammation | Potential for allergic reactions | Hair oil | |
Hair masks | |||
Olive oil | Rich in antioxidants | Comedogenic potential | Moisturizers |
Anti-inflammatory properties | Oxidation risk | Antiaging | |
Antibacterial properties | Greasy texture | Products | |
Potential skin sensitivity | Facial cleansers | ||
Hair oil | |||
Shampoo | |||
Shower gel | |||
Argan oil | High in Vitamin E and fatty acids | Costly | Antiaging creams |
Promotes skin elasticity | Greasy feel | Skin serums | |
Antiatherogenic properties | Potential for allergic reactions | Hair treatments | |
Anti-inflammatory properties | Hair oil | ||
Shampoo | |||
Jojoba oil | Rich in antioxidants | Costly | Moisturizers |
Moisturizing | Potential for allergies | Acne treatments | |
Noncomedogenic | Greasy residue | Hair conditioners | |
Conditioning agent | Hair oil | ||
Hypoallergenic | |||
Oil control |