Olive Oil has been used on the body since ancient times. Naturally, olive oil is packed with anti-aging antioxidants and hydrating squalene, making it superb for hair, skin and nails; and of course, it's an essential in any DIY beauty maven's kit ....

1. Preshampoo Hair Treatment
First, warm the olive oil in the microwave for in hot water. Then apply it generously to the ends of hair and scalp. Leave it in for up to 10 to 20 minutes, and then shampoo it out.

2. Lip Scrub
Combine coarse sugar with a teaspoon of oil for a chapped-lip fix. You can also add a splash of lemon juice for added flavor and acidic exfoliating properties. You can expand the recipe for your whole body.

3. Eye-Makeup Remover
Slathering olive oil all over your face won't cause bigger problems or clog pores. In actuality, the oil grabs onto other oil-based products, making it a great pre-cleaning step to remove stubborn eye makeup. Follow it up with warm water and a pH-balanced face wash.

4. Ear-Wax Remedy
If you often have ear-wax buildup, turn to olive oil to flush out the clog. For three or four nights, put a few drops in the ears before bed to help loosen excess wax.

5. Shine Serum
There's no need to buy a separate hair product to impart shine on second-day strands. Just rub a few drops of olive oil on flyaway ends after styling for an extra-glossy finish.

6. Shaving Cream
Slather legs with olive oil before applying the blade. You'll ward off razor burn and bumps with the help of this natural lubricant.

7. Antibacterial Balm
If you're taking an all-natural approach to medicine, you can whip up this DIY recipe for Neosporing knockoff. It includes antibacterial olive oil along with lavender, calendula, and tea tree oil to ward off germs and scarring.

8. Cuticle Conditioner
Want to grow longer, stronger nails? Use olive oil as your cuticles' softener.

9. Eczema Remedy
The best and most widespread use for olive oil is as an intense moisturizer. This product works great as an allover treatment for extra-dry skin. Since it's natural, it's the ideal pick for eczema and more.

10. Diaper-Rash Treatment
There are very few product that are safe for both babies and adults. Olive oil is perfect for the sensitive skin on a baby's bottom and as a moisturizing remedy for cradle cap too.

11. Cracked-Heel Repair
Split, rough heels need moisture to heal. After exfoliating with a pumice stone, apply olive oil to feet. Put on socks to lock in the hydrating treatment as you sleep.

12. Makeup-Brush Cleaner
Cleaning your makeup brushes should be a monthly ritual. You can use a DIY cleanser that's two parts antibacterial soap and one part olive oil.

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