In recent years, coconut oil has become a Must Have product world of cosmetics. Thanks to its moisturizing properties and the numerous benefits it provides, this natural ingredient is widely used for beauty treatments.
In this article we focus on the uses of coconut oil for hair and we show you how to apply it correctly to take advantage of all its benefits. Take note!
If you care about your hair health, then we invite you to also read our post about the benefits of aloe vera for hair. Another natural product that you will love ;)
How to use coconut oil on hair
As a conditioner
Due to its texture and pleasant aroma, coconut oil can be a good substitute for supermarket conditioners. In addition to not contain chemical substances that can be harmful, it has a high content of vitamins, proteins, and minerals that will allow you to enjoy soft and youthful hair.
To use it correctly, we recommend applying it to wet hair from the middle to the ends. Leave it on for at least 15 minutes and then rinse the mane well with water. Use coconut oil as a conditioner especially if you have dry or thick hair and never apply it to the roots.
Control frizz
If your curls are difficult to tame, use coconut oil to control frizz. Thanks to its moisturizing properties, this vegetable oil will protect your hair from heat and provide it with a very natural shine.
If you want to fight frizz and shape your curls, we advise you to apply a little oil to the mane cleans and dries. It is not necessary to rinse with water afterwards, unless it has become very greasy after application.
Treatment to fight dandruff
Thanks to its antibiotic properties, this natural origin oil is the perfect ally to fight dandruff. When applied to the scalp, fights dryness and flaking. In this case, you should spread the coconut oil on the roots, giving a gentle massage to the scalp so it works properly and the area is well hydrated.
Prevent split ends
Besides prevent itching and dryness, this beauty product has a an emollient effect will help you fight split ends. Use it as if it were a serum. Right after washing your hair, apply a little coconut oil to the damp ends to seal them, or apply it to dry hair just before washing and let it act for a few minutes beforehand so it absorbs well.
Stimulate hair growth
Thanks to its high content of proteins, fatty acids, and antioxidants, coconut oil not only helps repair and prevent hair loss, but also helps it grow healthier and stronger. Of course, complementing this with a proper diet will also help improve hair health.
In this case, you can choose to do a coconut oil mask and apply it with a circular massage on the scalp. Then cover your head with a cap and let the product act overnight. In the morning, rinse your hair and enjoy the results. Combine this routine with some of the the best anti-hair loss shampoos that we recommend in this post.
Protect from external agents like the sun
Another use of coconut oil for hair is to use it as a protector, especially during the summer. The lauric acid contained in this oil will protect the hair from external agents like the sun. If you go to the beach or the pool, we recommend applying a little oil to your hair. This way you will prevent the harmful substances it contains chlorine and seawater can ruin your precious mane.
Set and style hair
Coconut oil can work as hair wax on short hair. Take a look at this blog post where we explain step by step how to apply your hair wax and all the benefits it provides.
Easily detangle
Say goodbye to pulling! As if that wasn't enough, coconut oil is also a powerful detangler. Apply it to your wet hair after washing and enjoy pain-free brushing without damaging your hair.
As a treatment against lice
Finally, thanks to its antimicrobial properties and due to its oily texture, this product can also be very effective as a treatment for to fight lice and nits. If you are wondering how to apply coconut oil to get rid of lice, pay attention to this homemade formula we recommend.
- First, you should gather the following ingredients: coconut oil, anise, and tea tree. By the way! Discover here are the properties of tea tree and its interesting use in aromatherapy.
- Mix all the ingredients and apply it all over the scalp massaging.
- Cover the hair with a cap and let the mixture act on the hair for for at least 1 hour. You can apply heat to the cap with a hairdryer to to intensify its effect.
- Then remove the cap and go strand by strand passing a fine-toothed comb from the scalp to the ends to remove the parasites.
- Repeat this procedure after a few days.
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