Olive oil

Scientific name
Olea europaea

History of plant/fun facts

Olive trees have been cultivated for over 6,000 years, with some trees still standing today. It has been used by ancient Greeks in religious rituals, cooking, and for skincare and haircare, and was considered a symbol of wealth and health.

Clinical uses

Olive oil is a humectant, emollient, and moisturizer, forming a lipid layer on the skin that helps maintain hydration, improve elasticity, and support skin barrier integrity. It contains oleocanthal and polyphenols, both of which are potent antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties, promoting skin healing and protecting from oxidative stress. Studies have shown olive oil-based creams outperform corticosteroids in treating atopic dermatitis. Studies have also shown that in infants have improved skin hydration and integrity when olive oil based products are applied daily

Products with this ingredient

• Salve All
• Diaper Ointment
• Baby Balm
• Nipple Balm
• Olive Oil Soap

Resources

Taheri M, Amiri-Farahani L. Anti-Inflammatory and Restorative Effects of Olives in Topical Application. Dermatol Res Pract. 2021 Jun 26;2021:9927976. doi: 10.1155/2021/9927976. PMID: 34257643; PMCID: PMC8257351.

Oğuz S., Işık S., Güngör A. N. Ç., Şeker M., Ogretmen Z. Protective efficacy of olive oil for sore nipples during nursing. Family Med Community Health. 2014;1:p. 1021.