For Dry Skin

Make a face mask with an avocado and extra virgin olive oil. Leave for 10 minutes and then rinse off.

For High Blood Pressure

Boil 24 olive leaves in 250ml of water for 15 minutes. Drink the liquid morning and night for two weeks.

For Shining Hair

After shampooing rub in a mixture of extra virgin olive oil and egg yolk, juice of a lemon and a little beer. Leave for 5 minutes and wash out.

To Clear Acne

Gently rub skin with a mixture of 250ml extra virgin olive oil and 10 drops of lavender oil.

To Ease Aching Muscles

Massage area with a mixture of extra virgin olive oil and rosemary.

To Prevent Dandruff

Rub a mixture of extra virgin olive oil and eau de Cologne into hair and rinse.

To Prevent Wrinkles

Rub a mixture of extra virgin olive oil and the juice of a lemon into the skin before going to bed.

To Promote A Dazzling Smile

A little olive oil rubbed over the gums is believed to promote a dazzling smile.

To Reduce The Effects Of Alcohol

Take a couple of spoonfuls of extra virgin olive oil before drinking.

To Soften Skin

Mix together equal parts of extra virgin olive oil and salt. Massage into the body and wash off.

To Soothe Tired Feet

Massage feet with extra virgin olive oil.

To Strengthen Nails

Soak nails in warm extra virgin olive oil for 5 minutes.