We are more concerned about our hair than we think. Although it sounds funny, this is true. Did you know the average woman will spend more than $225,000 in her lifetime on hair products? You can buy a modest house for that amount.
Hair oil is one of the most common products. It’s natural and nobody can dispute the wonders of nature. You need to be aware of what you are doing in order to get the maximum benefit.
Continue reading to learn more.
Should you oil your hair?
Moisturize your scalp and skin. You want to keep it healthy. Hair oil is rich in essential nutrients which keep hair shafts moist and lubricated. If you want healthy hair, oiling it is the way to go.
This process will increase hair growth, nourish the roots and protect it from environmental stressors such as UV rays or pollution. It also prevents hair from breaking and drying. If you want the oil to work, you have to apply it correctly.
Why Should You Oil Your Hair Correctly?
When applying hair oil, we insist that you should do it “properly”. What does this mean? Your body produces oils that lubricate hair. You know that your hair looks greasy when you haven’t washed it for a few days? That’s why.
Too much oil will disrupt your body’s natural lubrication cycle. This will clog up your pores, prevent your hair from growing and affect your overall hair health.
Don’t rush the process.
How to apply hair oil in 5 easy steps
You should always consider the hair, scalp, and skin when applying oil to your hair. To get the best out of your hair oil, you must apply it correctly. Applying oil to a sensitive head requires more care than other parts of the body.
Follow these five simple steps to apply hair oil.
1. Select Your Oil
Different hair types require different oils. Coconut oil is best for a dry scalp. Olive oil works well for an oily scalp. If your hair is damaged you can try oils that have natural additives. Gisou’s hair oil, for example, is infused honey that will moisturize your hair and improve its quality.
2. WARM THE OIL UP
You should always warm up the oil before massaging into your scalp. This allows the oil penetrate deeper into your scalp and moisturize it longer. Be careful not to heat your oil directly. Put the bottle into a bowl with hot water, and let it sit there for a couple of minutes.
3. Gently massage your scalp
Although it may not appear so, your scalp is very sensitive and must be treated with care. Massage the oil gently with small circular movements. Remember to also massage the rest of your scalp. Massage the oil into your hair, beginning at the roots and working down to the tips.
4. Wrap a hot towel around your head
It takes time for the oil to do its magic. You should leave it on for a few minutes. It will revitalize your damaged hair. Wrap your head in a towel heated by the microwave for a few seconds. Let the oil do its magic for up to two hours, before you wash your hair.
5. WASH YOUR HAIR WITH SHAMPOO 1 – 2 hours after washing.
If your hair is severely damaged, you can leave it in the oil for up to 120 minutes. This will allow the oil to have enough time for it to protect and improve your hair. Then, rinse your hair thoroughly with a mild soap.
HAIR OIL: FINAL WORDS
It’s not uncommon for hair oil to cause weak strands of hair to fall out in the days following application. Don’t worry if that happens. Your body is removing old, damaged hair strands to give you healthier hair.
Once you learn how to properly oil your hair, you will be able to maintain a healthy scalp. You can also enjoy long and luscious hair if you do it correctly. Why not give it a go?
