We all want to have shiny, healthy hair without overspending on pricey
products and treatments. It's important to take care of yourself,
especially your hair when in the entertainment industry. Having shiny
and hydrated hair gives it life and luster and can help you book jobs or
stand out in your upcoming photo shoot for updated photos.
For centuries women have sworn by one DIY
method: all-natural hair oils. So here are some suggested oils depending on your hair type and how you can use them.
How to use
Hair oils are a great way to nourish and hydrate your hair. Not to mention the perfect way to give your hair the exact
vitamins and minerals it needs. Itchy scalp? Oil is the perfect cure!
The high fat content in all these natural oils gets absorbed into your
skin to instantly soothe irritation and rid dryness. Once or twice a
week, use your fingertips to massage one (or more!) of these natural
hair oils into your dry tresses.
Brush the oil through from roots to
ends using a
hairbrush until your mane is completely saturated. Then shampoo or
condition normally. If you have more time, try an at-home hot-oil
treatment. Heat the oil in the microwave and coat your hair with it. The oil should be just warm to the touch, not steaming hot. Then wrap a warm, wet towel around your hair and wait 30 minutes before
rinsing. For really damaged hair, cover your oil-drenched mane with a
shower cap and leave in overnight. But be warned: Sleeping with oil in
your hair can be a bit messy, so use a thick, tight
shower cap to minimize the mess.
Fine Hair: Pomegranate seed oil
Pomegranate seed oil is a favorite because it has a lot of
punicic acid, which revitalizes dull strands and increases flexibility. Mix it with olive oil to thin down its texture for those of you with finer hair.
Rosemary oil
Rosemary oil is great for mixing with other natural oils because it
stimulates the hair follicles. High in iron, calcium, and
vitamin B, the oil acts as an anti-aging agent, helps boost color,
shine, thickness, and prevents hair loss.
Wavy Hair: Sweet almond oil
Like most nut oils, sweet almond has high contents of vitamins A, B,
and E. The oil heals split ends, improves circulation in the scalp to
produce stronger hair, and can add luster and shine to dull hair. The fatty acids add UV protection by
reflecting harmful rays.
Coarse Hair: Avocado oil
Avocado oil is excellent for the hair because it is rich in proteins
and amino acids, and it has high levels of vitamins A, D, and E. The proteins help fill in all the crevices in your hair’s
cuticles, so each strand is stronger and better protected from future
breakage. Since it’s a thicker oil, it works best on
medium- to coarse-textured hair.
Thick Hair: Olive oil
Need a deep-conditioning treatment? Olive oil contains
monounsaturated fat, which has been used for years as a holistic,
natural remedy to alleviate dryness. Not only is
olive oil ultra-hydrating but it is packed with nourishing antioxidants
and omega-3 fatty acids that improve elasticity and restore strength and
shine. Olive oil is very heavy and works well with thicker, coarser
hair
.
All hair types
Two other oils Corey swears by? Rice bran and hemp seed. Rice bran
contains vitamin E and creates a harder shell around the cuticle so your
strands have less breakage. You can hardly smell the oil,
and it works for any type of hair! But I also love hemp seed oil
because it is packed with amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids, proteins,
and minerals that make hair stronger and healthier overall.
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