Mix Nivea cream with olive oil: what happens in a short time is amazing

Below, we tell you how to prepare, apply it and take advantage of all its benefits.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of Nivea cream (the classic blue can)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• A clean container with a lid to store the mixture

Why does this combination work?

Nivea cream provides intense hydration thanks to its formula rich in glycerin and eucerit, which retains moisture in the skin. Extra virgin olive oil contains vitamins E and K, antioxidants and essential fatty acids that nourish, regenerate the skin and offer elasticity.

Combined, they boost hydration, smooth rough areas and help prevent premature aging

Preparation

1. Place the 2 tablespoons of Nivea cream in a clean bowl.
2. Add the 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
3. Mix well with a spatula or spoon until you get a homogeneous and silky texture.
4. Close the jar and store in a cool, dry place.

Benefits and applications:

1. Intense hydration: ideal for hands, face, elbows, knees and heels
2. Spot reduction: helps to soften sun spots or aging.
3. Anti-aging effect: fights expression lines and improves elasticity.
4. Prevention of stretch marks: beneficial for the skin of pregnant women, it can be applied on the belly, hips and breasts.
5. Post-sun relief: soothes the skin after sun exposure, reduces redness and tightness
6. Nourishing make-up remover: removes make-up, even waterproof, gently
7. Face mask: applying a thicker layer to the face leaves deep hydration

Additional tips:

• Exfoliate before applying: A gentle exfoliation (sugar with a little of the same oil) improves absorption.
• Add sun protection: If you use it on your face during the day, always finish with SPF 30 or higher.
• Refrigerate if you want a refreshing effect: a night in the fridge turns the mixture into a soothing balm ideal for arms and legs.
• Customize it to your skin: add a few drops of rosehip oil (helps with scars and blemishes) or vitamin E for an extra antioxidant.
• Prior allergy test: before using widely, apply to a small area of the forearm to avoid adverse reactions.
• Nighttime application: leave on overnight significantly improves absorption and repairing effect.
• Do not use on acne-prone skin: it can be comedogenic on very oily skin; In that case, use it only on specific areas (knees, elbows, heels).
• After sun or waxing: apply a light layer to soothe and moisturize.

The combination of Nivea cream and olive oil is a powerful homemade formula to hydrate, nourish, soften blemishes and protect the skin, as long as it is complemented with exfoliation, sun protection and