Natural Oils for Hair Care

Which hair oil is good for hair?

Hair oil application is one of the important steps in the hair care. A regular massage for your hair with some beneficial hair oils that suit your hair type is necessary for hair health. There are many different hair oils in the market which markets its own benefits for hair care. Thus sometimes choosing right hair oil becomes often confusing. The following listed below hair oils will help to keep your hair healthy and lustrous.

Lavender oil 

It is a popular oil for hair growth. It has been proved that application of lavender oil on regular basis has a significant effect on the growth of hair.

Jajoba oil 

This hair oil can be used if your hair type is dry.

It will help to moisturize your dry hair when applied on regular basis. It can also be used before shampooing your hair to get a tangle free soft hair.

Olive oil 

 Olive oil when applied on regular basis helps to strengthen your hair and improve the hair quality.

This is because it helps to reduce the stress and also provide elasticity to your hair.

Castor oil 

 Commonly used for hair growth. However this oil is very sticky so it can also be used in combination with other hair oils like coconut oil or almond oil for best results.

Almond oil 

Almond benefits are immense. Almond oil helps to repair and strengthen your hair. 

There are some oils you can prepare at home by combining 2 different oils or other ingredients. One of the good recipes of hair oil for lustrous hair is - mix few camphor balls in 200 ml of coconut oil, add a handful of hibiscus leaves and boil this oil for 20-30 minutes. Cool, strain and store in a bottle for use.

Argan Oil

You have probably heard about the many great things about Argan Oil. It has been currently termed as the Miracle Oil since it has a lot of benefits when it comes to beauty and health.

This oil is being extracted from the Argan fruit through crushing its fruit and squishing the fruit. This oil is currently replacing a lot of natural oils and other products when it comes to hair treatment and protection.

This product is currently in demand because of the many benefits that it has however the supply is limited. A person will be able to benefit a lot from this oil since it can help make your hair look good and your skin as well.

Hair Treatment and Protection

It was mentioned above that this product is in demand because of the many beauty benefits that you can acquire for your hair.

Many experts all over the world call this product as the “liquid gold” since it can give a new life to the dry and fly away hair.

Below are the common and obvious effects of Argan Oil on the human hair.

• The argan oil is able to help hydrate the hair in a natural way. It is able to stop the fly away of hair, the curliness and also the roughness of the hair in a natural and efficient way.
• The argan oil is also able to penetrate the pores of the hair follicles and shaft and thus is able to enhance the elasticity of the hair. With this penetration, it is also able to help in the nourishing of the hair.
• The argan oil is also famous for treating damaged hair by being able to help in controlling unmanageable hair.
• The argan oil contains a lot of natural anti-oxidants that will help strengthen the weakened hair strands.

• The argan oil is also a good natural source of Vitamin E thus it is chosen by many experts to treat damaged hair. Some hair experts also use argan oil incorporated in many hair treatment products. 
• The vitamin E found in argan oil is also very helpful in treating and repairing damaged hair strands that are due to the effects of environmental factors such as the sun’s rays and pollution.

You can also use argan oil to add shine to your hair and is able to restore the natural luster and beautiful shine of your hair. 

If you had a color treatment on your hair, applying this product will help you remove the brittleness of the hair and restore its natural smoothness.

For those who love to treat and have their hair styled very often, this product will definitely help in the repair and restoration of damaged hair due to styling. 

This argan oil is also rich in omega 3 and 9 fatty acids that will help in the healing of split ends.

How to Prevent Hair Loss

Hair loss has multiple causes, including diet, mineral deficiency, medications, stress, pollution, and your genetics. Wearing helmets and caps can also increase hair loss. Up to one third of the population suffers from hair loss, and of that third, thousands are women. Whatever the cause of hair loss that might be worrying you, it's important to understand what is hair loss, how hair grows, and what you could be doing before hair loss even becomes an issue for you. In this article, you'll find out all three answers, as well as some short advice on what to do if hair loss does become an issue for you.

Take care of your hair

There are no guarantees that you can prevent hair loss that is genetically programmed or hair loss caused by factors not within your control. However, you can do the best by your hair at all stages to give it the greatest chance of staying in top condition and not leaving your head sooner than it needs to. There are a number of things you can do to take good care of your hair :

What causes hair loss?

Hair loss is believed to be primarily caused by a combination of the following:

• Aging
• Change in hormones
• Illness
• Family history of baldness
• Burns
• Trauma
• Untreated ringworm of the scalp
• Deficiency in iron or protein intake
• Excess vitamin A intake
• Rapid weight loss

However, hair loss is not caused by the following:

• Poor circulation to the scalp
• Dandruff
• Excessive hat-wearing

Generally, the earlier hair loss begins, the more severe the baldness will become.

Wash hair regularly with mild shampoo and be gentle with your hair

Hair washing can form a part of preventing hair loss as it can keep your hair and scalp clean (preventing the chances of infections, etc. that might cause hair loss), and provided you use a mild shampoo, clean hair will give the impression of more volume than dirty hair, which tends to sit flatter and more parted than clean hair.

·         Avoid brushing wet hair. This snaps off a lot of hair that could still be growing! If you must comb wet hair, use a very wide-toothed comb. Also avoid brushing hair too frequently as doing so can injure hair and increase loss. Use your fingers to undo tangles, not a comb or brush.

·         Avoid rubbing hair vigorously with a towel after washing it. This can also lead to hair breakage. Pat it dry gently instead.

          Protein-enhanced shampoos and conditioners are an eye-trick, not a hair solution. They make hair smoother and thicker temporarily because they fill in gaps on the hair shaft. However, they do not repair damaged hair, so hair that is going to fall out from poor care or other reasons, will still fall out. Shampoo does not increase hair amount either. When your hair is dried, use a soft-bristled brush to brush it.

What are the different types of baldness?

Baldness can be classified into various types, depending on the cause. Several of the many different types of baldness include the following:

• Female-pattern baldness
  Although less common, female-pattern baldness differs from that of male-pattern baldness in that the hair generally thins all over the head, but the frontal hairline is maintained. Female-pattern baldness rarely results in total hair loss.
  
• Male-pattern baldness
  Male-pattern baldness usually is a hereditary condition. The condition may begin at any age. Hair loss often begins on the front, sides, and/or on the crown of the head. Some men may develop a bald spot or just a receding hair line, while others may lose all of their hair.
  
• Alopecia areata
  This hair loss disorder is characterized by sudden loss of hair in one particular area, which grows back after several months. However, if all body hair is suddenly lost, regrowth may not occur. The cause of this type of hair loss is unknown.
  
• Toxic alopecia
  Toxic alopecia may occur following a high fever or severe illness. Certain medications, especially thallium, high doses of vitamin A, and retinoids, may cause toxic alopecia. Medical conditions, such as thyroid disease, and after giving birth may also trigger toxic alopecia. The condition is characterized by temporary hair loss. Also, some cancer medications can cause hair loss.
  
• Scarring alopecia
  Scarred areas may prevent the hair from growing back. Scarring may occur from burns, injury, or x-ray therapy. However, other types of scarring that may cause hair loss can be caused by diseases such as lupus, bacterial or fungal skin infections, lichen planus, sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, or skin cancer.
  
• Trichotillomania (hair pulling)
  Hair pulling, a habit most common among children, may cause hair loss.
  
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Treatment For Baldness:

Specific treatment for baldness will be determined by your physician based on:

• Your age, overall health, and medical history
• Extent of the condition
• Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, and therapies
• Expectation for the course of the disease
• Your opinion or preference

Most forms of baldness have no cure. Some types of baldness will disappear on their own. Treatment may include:

• Certain medications to promote hair growth (such as minoxidil and Arganrain)
• Corticosteroid injections (when treating alopecia areata)
• Treating any underlying condition or disease
• Hair transplants
• Scalp reduction
• Skin lifts and grafts

Recommendations For Healthy Hair

The following are some basic hair care tips that you can use to improve the health and look of your hair.  A healthy lifestyle will mean healthier hair for you. Excessive stress, smoking, not exercising and not eating nutritiously are not healthy for your hair.

Get enough sleep

Hair Products (Gel, mouse, hair spary...) Avoid using hair styling products with alcohol which dries out hair.


Avoid puting hair styling products directly on your scalp; if you put it on your scalp you'll clog the pores on your head.

Before entering a pool, wet your hair so your hair will soak up the initial water instead of the chlorinated water.

When swimming where a cap to protect your hair from chlorinated water, if you choose not to wear a cap make sure you shampoo and condition your hair right after you are done swimming.

Drying

Hot air can be damaging to your hair so when using a hair dryer use the cool setting.

Don't leave the blowdryer in one spot for more than a few seconds, keep it moving and at a good distance away from your hair.

To speed up the drying process, pat your hair dry with a towell and let the remaining moisture in your hair dry naturally.

Gently use your fingers or a pick to untangle any knots while your hair is drying.

Combing/Brushing

Use a brush whose bristles are made from natural animal hairs, it is softer and more flexible, which means less damage will be done to your hair.

Hair is most fragile when it is wet so avoid brushing or combing when it's wet, or else it will cause breakage. Wait until your hair is almost completely dry before brushing it.

Use brushes/combs with widely spaced bristles/teeth and smooth tips. Sharp tooth combs can damage your hair, cause split ends, and scratch your scalp.

To keep your brushes and combs clean, wash them weekly using soap or shampoo.

Comb your hair to remove any tangles before brushing it.

Begin by combing your hair gently at the ends to get any tangles out and work your way up to the base of your hair.

Always brush/comb with a downwards stroke.

Avoid using plastic brushes/combs which create static electricity.