A lot of beauty products out there contain harsh chemicals that just damages your hair further. I started looking for more natural ways to improve the health of my hair. One of the main DIY hair masks that I have started using on a regular basis is a concoction of almond oil, castor oil and sesame oil. I have noticed a decrease in hair fall since I started using the masks and some new growth around the hairline. My hair is quite fine naturally, so I wasn't expecting it to get any thicker.
Down below is a little description of the benefits of each oil and how I go about applying it.
1. Almond Oil
The first oil that I am going to talk about is Almond oil. Almond oil is rich in Omega-3, 6 and 9 fatty acids, phospholipids, vitamin E and magnesium. Almond oil moisturises your scalp and strengthens your hair to make your hair soft and shiny, and is optimal for treating hair loss and damaged hair.
2. Castor Oil
Castor oil has natural antibacterial and antifungal properties and it contains high amounts of ricinoleic acid, Vitamin E, minerals, proteins, and Omega 6 and 9 fatty acids which accelerate blood circulation to the scalp, hence increasing hair growth. It works on nourishing the scalp and strengthening the roots with the help of essential nutrients. Castor oil has a thicker consistency compared to other oils and is best mixed in with another oil.
3. Sesame Oil
Sesame oil is rich in vitamin E and B complexes, It also contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, iron, and zinc. Sesame oil has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which help reduce dandruff and an itchy scalp. It can also help promote blood circulation to the scalp, thus encouraging hair growth.
The Process
Mix together 60mls of castor oil, 2 tbsp of seasme oil and 3 tbsp of almond oil. There is quite a lot of mixture so it is best stored in a bottle for future use, you can always readjust the levels to suit your needs. Massage the oil into the scalp for 3-5 minutes to encourage blood flow to the scalp. It is not necessary to apply it to the whole length of your hair as it has quite a rich sticky texture, but if you have dry ends you could apply some at the tips. The mixture is best left on for around 5 hours or overnight. There is an optional stage of using a shower cap or plastic bag to cover your hair. This can be used to lock in moisture further which allows the oils to penetrate deeper into the hair follicles.
If you have any questions, please ask.
Happy reading all. xSx
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