Why Oil Your Hair ?
Who has never heard of the hair oiling bath? It is described as a miracle treatment for dry, brittle and damaged hair. No need to use a multitude of products! The oil bath is a 100% natural treatment that can be done at home and do your hair a world of good… provided you do it correctly! If you still wonder why oil your hair ? Here are some hair beauty tips to properly do it.
Why oil your hair ?
It is a deep treatment to be carried out before a shampoo which consists of applying an oil, or a mixture of vegetable oils, to your scalp and curls. This treatment is applied to dry or slightly damp hair, and should be left on for at least 1 hour, and overnight if possible. It is important to wrap your hair in a soft and natural towel (microfiber is ideal!). After that, wash your shampoo normally, and for the bravest, finish by rinsing your hair with cold water! This will make it shinier.
But beware ! Sometimes, the term “oil bath” is taken literally… Above all, do not immerse your head in a basin of oil, or apply too much at the risk of seeing the opposite effect than expected! If too much oil is applied, the hair will end up smothered and it will eventually become oily and dull. This is certainly not the desired effect following hair care. The dose to apply varies according to the length of the hair, but an average of 2 tablespoons is generally very suitable. Heat the oil between your hands, and put it on the lengths. You can also perform a scalp massage with the remaining oil.
Regarding the periodicity, it depends once again on the type of hair: dry, dehydrated, brittle, damaged, oily, curly, curly, frizzy, smooth… Depending on your needs o, oil baths can be carried out 2 to 4 times per month. In any case, do not exceed one oil bath per week. Too much is the enemy of good!
Which vegetable oils are best suited for an oil bath?
Some oils are particularly suitable for oil baths and have very beneficial effects on hair beauty. For example, vegetable oils of coconut, argan, nigella, castor or even jojoba. But which oil for which type of hair?
–Greasy hair
Jojoba vegetable oil, Hazelnut vegetable oil, Sesame vegetable oil
–Dry hair
Coco vegetable oil, Castor vegetable oil, Argan vegetable oil, Wheat germ vegetable oil, Avocado vegetable oil
–Normal hair
Jojoba vegetable oil, sweet almond vegetable oil, coconut vegetable oil
Overall, the Jojoba one remains suitable for all hair types, and for good reason: its whose composition is closest to that of sebum, produced by our own sebaceous glands!
The vegetable oils of Jojoba and Hazelnut are in particular rather dry oils, which will not leave a greasy finish, nor weigh down the hair: perfect for oily hair.
What if you want to promote the growth of your hair? In this case, Castor and Mustard vegetable oils will be particularly suitable! Do not hesitate to massage the scalp by exerting circular pressure, in order to activate the micro-circulation and stop hair loss. Rapunzel’s hair is yours!
Which essential oils to use in addition to a hair oil bath?
As an essential oils fanatic, I can never stress enough the benefits of organic essential oils on the beauty of the face, body, hair, but also on well-being. And of course, combining a few essential oils with the hair oil bath! Here is a selection to use during your oil bath.
Organic black pepper essential oil: with its toning and stimulating properties, will be perfect for activating microcirculation in the skin of the scalp, and therefore boosting hair growth and slowing down hair loss!
Rosemary essential oil: allied to oily hair, its purifying properties will help regulate sebum production. With its stimulating properties, it will also participate in hair growth.
Lemon essential oil: helps regulate sebum production, but will also give dull hair a boost! It is also an effective solution against dandruff.
Ylang-ylang essential oil: this is a favorite for the hair! Ylang-ylang, among its many virtues, helps restore suppleness and shine to the hair and regenerates the hair fiber. It protects the hair and stimulates growth. Your hair will thank you!
Take care of yourself and your hair! Among the multitude of hair care and products that exist, the oil bath is surely one of the most natural and economical, and feasible at home. Now that you have all the practical advice for creating an oil bath, you are ready to get started and give your hair a boost!
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