May relieve dry skin

Rich layers of lipids (fat) cover healthy, well-hydrated skin to help keep moisture in. Yet fluid can exit the skin and cause dryness if this layer has been damaged or is lacking in fat. Omega-3 fatty acid ALA and omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid is abundant in chia seed oil. It has been demonstrated that these two good fats can aid in restoring the skin's moisture barrier, particularly in those who suffer from dry skin disorders including psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.

A 4-percent chia seed oil was given topically to dry skin for eight weeks to two sets of people with dry skin: five healthy participants and five participants with itchy skin brought on by end-stage renal disease or diabetes. Both groups had a noticeable improvement in their overall skin hydration, and felt itching, and dry skin at the conclusion of the trial. Even though the trial was limited, it demonstrated the potential advantages of chia seed oil for dry skin. Since your skin absorbs water most effectively just after a shower or bath, applying chia seed oil to your skin at this time will yield the finest effects.