Oral and Topical Echium Oil for Skin Benefits

The skin is the human body’s largest organ, covering an area of nearly 1.8 m2. It functions as a metabolically active biological barrier by separating internal homeostasis from the external environment. Aside from providing cover, the skin also prevents water loss, regulates the body’s temperature, absorbs mechanical energy, protects against UV light and acts as an antimicrobial defense system. Therefore, maintenance of the skin is critical for normal homeostasis.

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