Banana Oil Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Banana oil is the oil derived from the peel of the banana fruit, Musa paradisiaca also called plantain. Banana oil can be purchased as a supplement with use as a topical treatment. Or you can make banana oil at home using discarded banana peels.

Banana Oil Health Uses and Health Benefits

The primary health benefits of banana oil are for skin and hair health. Banana oil is rich in essential vitamins and minerals that help to heal and rejuvenate the skin and hair. Using banana oil for skin can help with dryness, acne, scarring, wrinkles and more. Applying banana oil to the scalp can help nourish hair follicles and encourage hair growth and eliminate dandruff.^1,2

References

1. https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/benefits-of-banana-oil-for-your-skin-and-hair/#gref
2. https://www.livestrong.com/article/270370-how-to-rub-a-banana-peel-on-skin-to-get-rid-of-scars/