Table of contents:
- Avocado oil properties
- How to use avocado oil for hair care
- 1. Hair mask
- 2. Hair conditioner
- 3. Hot oil treatment
Do you have problems with dry hair, hair loss, dandruff, or oily hair? Check it out, all the hair problems you have been experiencing can be solved with one simple solution: avocado oil. The reason is, avocado oil is very easily absorbed by the hair roots so it is great for treating dry hair and other hair problems. Are you curious about the benefits of other avocado oil? Listen in this article.
Avocado oil properties
Avocado oil is extracted from the avocado fruit, which offers several unique natural properties. This oil is lighter than other oils, so it easily absorbs into the hair and leaves no oil residue. The content of fat, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, minerals, and vitamins A, B, D, and E in avocado functions to keep hair moisturized, cleanse the scalp from dirt, repairs damaged hair follicles, and so on.
Avocados are also a great source of amino acids, which act as keratin to make hair glow. The content of folic acid in avocado also works as a natural SPF for hair and encourages the regeneration of new hair follicles. Not only that, a 2015 International Journal of Trichology study found that the minerals in avocado oil can help seal off cuticle cells, which can prevent hair breakage.
How to use avocado oil for hair care
You can use this oil as a hair mask, shampoo, or conditioner. Here are some avocado oil recipes that you can try at home.
1. Hair mask
Animal studies have shown that essential oils such as lavender and peppermint can stimulate hair growth. Well, you can do your own hair care to stimulate hair growth by mixing 3 tablespoons of avocado oil and a few drops of the essential oil of your choice.
After all the oil is evenly mixed, apply the oil all over your scalp and hair evenly. Massage your head gently so that the oil quickly absorbs into the skin. If used regularly, this hair mask made from a combination of healthy oils will help stimulate blood flow and clogged hair follicles, thereby reducing hair loss.
2. Hair conditioner
Here are the steps to make avocado oil a natural conditioner that you can try at home.
Material:
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon natural honey
- 1 avocado
- 1 banana
How to make:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and evenly mixed, then pour the contents into a bowl.
- Use a wide-toothed comb to untangle your hair. Comb the hair from the center of the hair down.
- Divide the hair into small groups, then apply the hair oil evenly.
- Massage the scalp using your fingers gently for 10 minutes.
- Tie your hair in loose ties, then cover your head with shower cap. Leave it for an hour.
- After that, rinse thoroughly, use shampoo and conditioner.
After the first use, the hair will be twice as soft and shiny. To promote hair growth, this treatment can be done at least twice a month.
3. Hot oil treatment
Material:
- 3 tablespoons of avocado oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
How to make:
- Prepare a saucepan and set the stove on low heat, add 3 tablespoons of avocado oil, and let it simmer for a few seconds.
- Add olive oil and honey. Then let it warm for 30 seconds or until it reaches a comfortable temperature. Turn off the heat and let the oil cool. Never apply hot oil directly to the skin.
- Make sure the oil is lukewarm so it can absorb properly. Massage the scalp using your fingers gently for 10 minutes.
- Leave the hair for about an hour. Then rinse and shampoo thoroughly.
