There are certain things that every woman needs to have to grow healthy lustrous hair such as a good shampoo, conditioner, and a balanced diet. But, sometimes those things are not enough to stop hair loss, split ends, or dryness. Adding oils to your hair care regiment could be the long-awaited miracle that you’ve been searching for. Here are some hair oils to put on your short list. Your hair will thank you for them.
Invest in your hair, it’s the crown you never take off.
Argan oil for silky hair
Argan oil is extracted from the nuts of the argan tree that grows in Morocco. Moroccan people have been using it for centuries. It is rich in vitamin E and Omega 3 essential fatty acids. Flyaways, dry hair and frizziness can be fixed with the use of this oil. Since it contains Omega fatty acids, argan oil is able to penetrate the hair shaft and repair hair follicles. To get the best results from using it you need to apply the oil correctly.
Warm some argan oil for 20 seconds in the microwave and apply the oil on your scalp and hair. Cover your head with a shower cap. Cleanse your hair with a mild shampoo followed by a conditioner. This treatment works wonders for dry coarse hair and helps to soften the strands and make them silky.
Also, with just 1-2 drops, before using heat on your hair, so you can achieve that sleek straight look. For this, you can’t go wrong with Morroccanoil
Castor oil for Growth and thickness
Whether you are looking to have thicker or longer hair, castor oil can be used to treat the scalp. Castor Oil is a very pale yellow liquid that is extracted from castor seeds (Ricinus Communis). It may have a mild odor but mostly it is odorless. The unique properties of castor oil are because of the large amount of unsaturated fatty acids in it. It is anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant oil which has been used for centuries for its therapeutic and medicinal benefits. It’s grown primarily in India, Brazil, and China. Nevertheless, it is easy to find. Most health stores carry it. Or, you can just order it online.
Simply apply the oil to your scalp and massage for at least 15 minutes, concentrating on your problem areas. Cover your head with a shower cap overnight. Castor oil is thick and sticky, so don’t rub it through your entire head, just your scalp. In the morning, shampoo and condition your hair as normal. It is recommended that you do this twice per week. New thicker growth can be seen in about six weeks. Just be patient and before long you’ll have 1 – 1.5 inches of growth per month instead of the usual .5 inch.
Coconut oil for moisture and shine
Coconut oil has been used in Asia and the Caribbean as a hair treatment for many years. It is known to add vitality and shine to dry and damaged hair. This oil can nourish each hair strand by penetrating deep into the hair shaft. It adds softness to hair follicles and prevents hair breakage. It is also known to have anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Therefore, it can be used for common scalp problems.
Measure out the oil into a cup and microwave for 20 seconds to melt. Pour a little into your hands and massage the scalp for a few minutes. Coat your hair thoroughly with the rest of the coconut oil in the cup. Cover your hair with a shower cap. For very dry hair, leave the hair treatment on overnight. For oily or normal hair, leave the treatment on for two hours. Wash out hair with a mild shampoo. Hair may have to be shampooed twice to remove excess oil. With this treatment, there is no need to condition your hair afterward.
You can also find coconut oil in the form of a serum. Infused with olive oil, almond oil and get this…keratin, this one is designed to give dry damaged hair the extra moisture , shine and protection it needs, especially before applying heat.
Olive OIL FOR SPLIT ENDS AND BREAKAGE
Olive oil has been used for a great variety of purposes for 1000s of years. It certainly provides benefits that aid in the perception of hair health. Using olive oil on your hair improves the elasticity of your hair. As a result, you will see less hair breakage, which can be perceived as hair growth. Also, of all the remedies for split ends we researched, olive oil was the most effective.
All you need to do is heat the olive oil in the microwave, and then massage it throughout your hair. Put a shower cap on and let the olive oil work into your hair for at least half an hour. Then shampoo and condition. When using olive oil for your hair, make sure it is extra virgin oil. If the olive oil is not extra virgin, it means that it has undergone chemical processing. This takes away from the quality of the oil.
EMU OIL FOR BALDING
Research has shown that emu oil contains a high level of linolenic acid. This is a potent 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor. It may be useful in the treatment of disorders related to the hormone Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It is believed that emu oil may not only halt hair loss by blocking DHT, but it may promote regrowth. The oil is non-greasy. It can be applied directly to the scalp at night.
If you tried any of these oils we want you to share your results and tell us what you think.