Why you should apply wheatgerm to your skin

We’re advised to advise wheatgerm to our shakes, bread and cereal. But wheatgerm has extra benefits applied topically on to our skin too.

A little bit about this wonder-ingredient, from the experts at LiveStrong, first. 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.

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.

Ella Bache Nutri’Action Creme Royale – Nourishing Cream is enriched with beeswax and multi-vitamin wheat germ oil for a rich nourishing boost for dry skin. This cream is recommended for improving the conditions of the skin with lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness, ideal for weak, flaking skin, dry skin.