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GLAMSQUAD MAGAZINE MARCH 2017

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African Oils You Need To

African Oils You Need To Add To Your Beauty Routine By Merhdor-Attah There are good oils, and there are bad oils. Some nourish your skin, while others are mere irritants. In the last few years, beauty advocates have actively renounced the widely spread notion that oils clog up your pores or cause acne breakouts, instead oils have been lauded for their ability to give its users the highly sought after “natural glow.” But not all oils are made equal. To help you distinguish between the good and bad oils, we’ve compiled a list of four oils found in Africa that contain essential nutrients and can help keep you blemish free. During your next visit to the beauty aisle, check if your next purchase contains one or more of these “miracle oils” 2. Marula Oil Predominately grown in South Africa, and known for its rich fatty acids, the Marula oil serves as a skin essential. The oil contains vitamins C and E, as well as antioxidants which are found in skin care products around the world. Marula oil is quickly absorbed into the skin without leaving greasy traces. It is no surprise that beauticians 1. Argan Oil argan oil Grown in Southwestern Morocco in Argan forests, Argan oil is a kernel-based-produce, which is processed for use as a diet and skin supplement. With antioxidants like vitamins A and E, Argan oil doesn’t just moisturize the skin, it also enhances scalp and hair growth, eases inflammation, rashes, and bug bites. Argan oil is of two distinct types: one for cosmetic purposes and the other, for culinary purposes. It contains Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids which are used for cooking and frying. The version of Argan stock their beauty cupboards with products containing Marula oil because they know it’s full of nutrients. The oil is a skincare favorite because it contains 60% more antioxidants than Argan oil, which makes it work for all skin types - dry, oily and even sensitive skins. Best used after a shower, the silky texture enables its anti-aging nutrients without leaving a residue. Marula oil is also used to controls acne and blemishes. oil used for cosmetic purposes is golden yellow and has a silky feel, while the Argan oil used for cooking is golden brown. When processing Argan oil, the kernels are roasted over an open fire and ground with a stone mill before it is pressed. This roasting process burns the nutrients and makes the oil suitable for eating and not for cosmetic functions. In Morocco, the Argan industry is exclusively controlled by women; Berber tribe women. Men typically play the role of an assistant or aide. They help to transfer Argan sacks from the bush to the home shed. For cosmetic use, the oil’s highly concentrated fatty acid combats dry skin, reduces stretch marks, and protects human hair. When applied directly, Argan oil repairs weak nails and softens lips. It makes perfect sense why the oil is referred to as ‘liquid gold’. 3. Mongongo Oil A product of the Mongongo tree, Mongongo oil can be found in Sub-Saharan African countries like Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Angola, Mozambique, and Malawi. The reddish-brown egg-shaped nut is deeply concentrated with vitamin E (tocopherol) and the oil serves as a protector from natural aggressors (pollution, sun, and wind). Similar to

4. Yangu Oil Known in the West as Cape Chestnut oil, Yangu oil is extracted from the seed of the Cape Chestnut tree. Homegrown in Uganda, Yangu oil is extracted when the fruits from the tree ripen, at the appropriate time; the pods from the fruit are cracked to release tiny black seeds from which the oil is pressed. Yangu oil is known for containing high fatty acids and antioxidants, as well as Vitamin E. Yangu oil’s most unique property is its ability to protect the skin from UV rays (the sun). Besides the general benefits of using Yangu oil, it is also non-toxic and non-drying, which means the oil withholds moisture in the skin, using facial soaps, and skin products that contain Yangu oil allow the skin retains up to 57% of its moisture. Argan oil, women crack nuts, using axes and small stones to extract Mongongo oil. Unlike Argan oil, Mongongo oil is seldom used for culinary purposes. However, Mongogo oil’s high polyunsaturated fatty acids, which has better retention than the saturated fatty acids contained in coconut oils, and palm kernel oil, fuels the scalp and boosts the growth of hair strands. Mongongo oil is often found in lotions, soaps, and lipsticks. It is sought-after for its anti-wrinkle and antigreasy nature. Popular ‘Health Facts’ 5THAT ARE ALL LIES By Sebastiane Ebatamehi Since the advent of the Internet and Social Media, many persons have suddenly made it their duty to educate people on things they themselves know nothing about (sounds funny ehn, but it is true). Do not be deceived, majority of users on social media space are either liars or rumour mongers, so mind what you believe! It is always a popular occurrence to see posts containing prophetic declarations requesting you ‘not to screw down without typing 1. Chewing gum takes seven years to pass through your digestive tract when swallowed. The truth: Gum addicts can relax. Although your body can’t digest chewing gum, it doesn’t just sit in your stomach, according to Snopes.com. You eliminate it when you go to the bathroom just like other food you haven’t digested. 2. Plucking a gray hair causes two to grow back. The truth: It’s fine to tweeze that errant hair. Genetics plays a key role in when you go gray, regardless of how often you pluck. It can take six months from the time a hair falls out until it grows back long enough for you to notice it; during that time, you’ll automatically see more gray hair as part of the aging process, explains Snopes.com. 3. Antiperspirant De-odorants cause Breast Cancer. The truth: Going au naturel won’t protect your breasts from cancer. This myth probably came about because some antiperspirants contain aluminum, which can show up as a false-positive finding on a mammogram. What this means is that you should skip the white stuff before a breast cancer screening. There has never been any conclusive evidence to prove a link between deodorants and cancer, ‘AMEN’ and ‘share to 20 persons in 10 minutes’ or ‘something bad will happen to you in 7 Days’. Interesting, isn’t it? Just like those people who flood the internet and social media platforms daily with garbage, a lot of us are guilty of holding on to some propagandas generated by whackos! Not you? Well, below are 5 popular ‘Health Facts’ which are all LIES!! See if you are not guilty of one (or all). Enjoy! according to the National Cancer Institute and FDA. 4. Drinking cold water after meals can lead to cancer. Truth: Water is one of the healthiest things you can drink with any meal — hot, cold, or tepid. This rumor first surfaced in early 2006, according to Snopes.com, and still makes its way into various email chains. It posits that cold water helps solidify oily fats from your meal into a “sludge” that lines the intestines and can lead to cancer. But there’s zero evidence from medical literature to support this theory. 5. You only use 10 percent of your brain. Truth: Motivational speakers may love this idea, but the evidence against it is just common sense, say Aaron Carroll, MD, and Rachel Vreeman, MD, in their book - Don’t Swallow Your Gum: Myths, Half-Truths, and Outright Lies About Your Body and Health. “Studies of patients with brain damage suggest that harm to almost any area of the brain has specific and lasting effects on a human being’s capabilities,” they wrote. “If this myth were true, it would not be a big deal to hurt various parts of your brain.” You’re using 100 percent of your brain — or at least we hope so.

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