Like poppy, flax, and hemp seeds, chia seeds have become a favorite in our recipes, sprinkled on salads and yogurt or added to desserts. Renowned for their many nutritional benefits, they have been popular with health-conscious consumers for several years. Less well known, chia seed oil also deserves its share attention: rich in essential fatty acids, we are now discovering its many benefits for the skin.
The plant responsible for chia seeds was already being cultivated by the Aztecs centuries ago. These tiny seeds offer numerous health benefits, including promoting intestinal transit and improving digestion. Naturally rich in protein, omega-3, fiber, and minerals, chia seeds not only help with digestive issues, but are also claimed to help improve concentration, memory, and sleep quality, while acting as an appetite suppressant.
The only downside, and it's not a small one, is that you need two tablespoons of chia seeds per day to reap the benefits. Any more than that could increase the risk of diarrhea.
Chia seed oil, one for the beauty cabinet
While we're rather familiar with the seeds that can be sprinkled on many dishes, chia is much less well known in the form of vegetable oil. However, it too has a. host of benefits for skin and hair. This discovery should mean that this miracle oil, already available in specialist online stores, will slowly but surely find its way into our future cosmetics.
Rich in antioxidants, chia seed oil helps fight external aggressions, protecting the skin from the harmful effects of pollution, stress, and the sun. It is therefore a powerful ally for mature skin. But that's not all. The omega-3 fatty acids it contains also provide elasticity, suppleness, and hydration to the skin, while accelerating its regeneration process. And to top it all off, it is said to be a powerful anti-inflammatory. All good reasons to give it pride of place in your bathroom.
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Two tablespoons of chia seeds per day permit one to take advantage of its benefits. Photography Karisssa / Getty Images© 
