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Natural hair enthusiasts will tell you all about how essential oils have done miracles to their hair. From easing the detangling process to even aiding in hair growth and length retention. As the name suggests, essential oils stem
1. Lavender oil
Lavender oil can speed up hair growth. It also has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, which can improve scalp health. Moreover, lavender has a pleasant scent.
How: Mix several drops of lavender oil into 3 tablespoons of
2. Peppermint oil
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Peppermint oil once applied causes
How: Mix 2 drops of peppermint essential oil with the carrier oil of your choice. Massage it into your scalp, and leave on for 5 minutes before washing out thoroughly with shampoo and conditioner or leave it in until your next wash day.
3. Tea tree oil
Tea tree oil contains powerful cleansing, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. When used topically, it can help unplug hair follicles and increase hair growth. Due to these strong properties, tea tree also helps in getting
How: Mix 3 drops of tea tree oil with 2 tablespoons of
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4. Castor oil
Castor oil is said to moisturize the scalp, ease dandruff, and leave your hair smooth and shiny. Castor oil is rich in ricinoleic acid - a type of fatty acid that fights inflammation. When applied to the scalp, it enhances the health of the hair follicles and in turn, promote hair growth as well as length retention. This castor oil is mostly categorized as a carrier oil, the properties it has are very beneficial to the hair.
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How: Rub a few drops of the oil into your scalp. You can also massage a few additional drops of castor oil into your hair’s midsection and ends, which may protect against breakage and improve hair texture. Mix it with other oils to reduce the slightly pungent smell.
5. Jojoba Oil
Jojoba is rich in vitamins and minerals that nourish hair, including vitamin C, B vitamins, vitamin E, copper, and zinc. These properties help to strengthen hair, retain length and promote hair thickness. The idea behind this is that the oil moisturizes hair follicles, which prevents dryness that leads to hair loss.
How: Apply to hair from root and work down evenly to hair tips. Leave in for about 20 minutes and then shampoo, condition and rinse.
These are but some of the amazing essential oils available in the market. Remember to always
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