Written by Adeline J. Wells
In the world of wellness, maintaining proper hair care is just as important as skincare. There are many products on the hair care market boasting that they are the solution to healthy, luscious locks. Utilizing a quality, moisturizing hair oil is one way to add nutrients to the hair without ladening it down with synthetic products; contrary to popular belief, doing so can actually help the hair be less oily. Here is a guide to how hair oil can benefit your hair care and wellness routine.
What is Hair Oiling
Hair oiling is just as it sounds: the technique of massaging oil into the hair, either at the follicle or throughout the strands. When done, it is best to leave hair oil in for several hours to get the full benefits of the process. Some opt to use high volumes of hair oil as a mask overnight, washing out in the morning, while smaller amounts can be worked into your styling routine for daily use. As for frequency, it may take some experimentation to find what works best for your hair type and routine.
Benefits of Oiling
Just as oils bring nourishment to the skin, there are a number of different benefits that oiling the hair brings forth as well. Massaging the scalp with hair oil promotes blood circulation and allows nutrients to seep into the hair root. This promotes regeneration and growth while also nourishing the skin of the scalp; doing so can reduce issues such as dry scalp and dandruff. Treating the strands with hair oil provides moisture and nutrients to them directly, reducing dryness while strengthening them. Certain hair oils can also help protect hair from environmental damage, such as free radicals or the sun’s harsh UV rays. Maintaining moisturized, strong, healthy hair reduces the likelihood of breakage.
Just as each natural oil brings unique benefits to nourishing the skin, certain oils are better than others for promoting hair health. Opting for high-quality, organic oils is always a good idea, as artificial blends can also contain synthetic preservatives and stabilizers. Similarly, lightweight oils will do better at upholding natural volume. Popular options for hair oils include coconut, olive, jojoba, sweet almond, and avocado oil.
Our Pick
Our hero product, Organic Nourishing Oil, is safe for use on the scalp and can be used as a hair oil. This versatile, complex formula combines high-quality organic, cold-pressed ingredients to create an oil that is of the finest in wellness care. Our dermatologist-tested Nourishing Oil is deeply moisturizing, soothing, and strengthening; it is a true shield against age-related internal and external stressors, harsh elements, and free radicals. Featuring camellia oil, avocado, parsley seed, sea buckthorn, black seed, carrot seed, Manuka bush, rosemary, rose, and apricot kernel oil, this blend includes a variety of vital nutrients, polyphenols, and fatty acids to make it one of the best oils for body care. Nourishing Oil can be used to support health and nourishment both day and night.
