VOOO sourced predominantly from Spain is rich in three major antioxidants: vitamin E, polyphenols, and phytosterols. These Antioxidants, when topically applied, may help protect the skin from premature skin aging, and against ultraviolet light . Hydroxytyrosol, a rather rare phytosterol compound found in olive oil, prevents free radical damage to the skin . Also, while Olive oil penetrates the skin deeply, it does not clog the pores and thereby creates a cleansing effect. VOOO is a good moisturizer, which also produces a soft luxuriant lather in soaps.