It is simply impossible to overestimate the unique properties and amount of useful components in natural oils. One of such folk beauty products is flaxseed oil for hair.
This is a natural storehouse of many vitamins and minerals that can revitalize hair and give it a unique shine and health.
Features of the acquisition and storage of flaxseed oil for hair
Flaxseed oil is a natural product, therefore, some rules are provided for its storage. Before you buy oil in a store or pharmacy, pay attention to its cost. It should not be too low. Do not try to save on such products. Real, properly cooked oils and extracts from plants cannot be very cheap. If you are confused by the price, then most likely you are not faced with pure oil, but with some mixture, and the second component of it may not be as useful as the first.
Real flaxseed oil is made thanks to cold pressing. To heat flaxseed oil is a real crime. It is likely that due to heating, the oil will secrete carcinogens that have a devastating effect on its property and on human health in general. Therefore, this product should be stored away from direct sunlight, preferably in tightly sealed containers.
At the bottom of the bottle in which the oil is stored, a certain amount of a thick component may settle. The presence of such a precipitate is normal. When buying oil for hair care, pay attention to the timing. Flaxseed oil for hair can bring benefits if its shelf life indicated on the package does not exceed two years.
The benefits of flaxseed oil for hair, its unique qualities
By purchasing oil from flax, you can be sure that the beauty and health of your hair are ensured, because this unique product contains a lot of useful substances. Some of their names already indicate that your hair and scalp will be perfectly healthy and well-groomed.
Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9, vitamin E (youth vitamin), folic acid (vitamin B), and other components positively affect the health of the whole human body and can be used as part of the oil both internally and externally.
Flaxseed oil envelops each hair, creating an invisible protection and nourishing effect for the hair. Promotes rapid healing of the scalp, helps to combat diseases such as seborrhea, dandruff, hair loss, brittle hair.
Oil for dry hair gives a special healthy shine, and helps to saturate them with vital energy. Oily scalp will help stabilize the release of fat, and provide hair with a beautiful appearance, devoid of "unwashed" hair.
Flax seed oil can be sold in capsules. In this case, the hair is restoring and strengthening power by taking the capsule orally. Contraindications to use may be personal intolerance to the components. If there are no contraindications, then usually doctors prescribe the oil inside, for children (after 12 years) and adults, 2-3 capsules per day with meals. Such treatment lasts at least 30 days.
How to apply linseed oil for hair at home
If you opened the bottle and started using the oil, then be prepared for the fact that its medicinal properties remain for two more weeks. In this case, it is better to store the oil in the refrigerator in a dark bottle.
Before use, do a taste test of the oil. The characteristic bitterness suggests that the oil has lost its properties and the destruction or change of constituent components has begun.
If you notice some rancid aroma of oil, then you can safely part with it - you will not get any benefit from this composition.
As described above, linseed oil does not tolerate elevated temperatures, which is why it can only be heated to 23-25 degrees. Do not think that a higher temperature will have a quick healing and regenerative effect. This is not true.
For masks on the hair and scalp, room temperature oil is applicable, then the head is covered with a plastic cap and a towel. A small greenhouse effect is created that contributes to the activation of the natural components of the oil.
Before applying flaxseed oil for hair, pay attention to whether you are allergic to its components. To do this, you can conduct a well-known test:
- Apply a drop of oil to the inside of the elbow bend. Leave the oil on the skin for 20-30 minutes. If the skin has not changed - feel free to use this tool. If you notice a slight reddening or feel an itch, then it is better to abandon the use of oil and consult a doctor. Although, flax seed oil has no particular contraindications, and a negative reaction to its components is rarely observed, as an exception.
Masks with linseed oil for hair - salvation for your beauty
Ever since ancient times, women from all over the world have noticed a beneficial effect on hair masks for hair and special wraps. Flaxseed oil was actively used by residents of ancient states such as India, Egypt, Persia.
These amazing secrets of beauty have survived to our days. Making a mask with linseed oil for hair is quite simple. Some additional ingredients will be required to enhance the effect of the masks and have a positive effect on the scalp and hair.
Any hair mask can be applied for temporary periods. from 20 minutes to two hours, or for a whole "night" procedure. It all depends on the desired result and on the health status of your hair and scalp.
With our recipes and ingredients for hair masks, you can easily find the one that suits you.
Recipes for masks with linseed oil for hair and scalp
The simplest hair mask consists of a single ingredient - flax oil. It is applied to the hair along the entire length. Usually enough 1-2 tablespoons (depending on the length of the hair). Preheat the oil to room temperature, apply to the hair, as if rubbing, for 10 minutes. Wrap oilcloth over your head or put on a plastic hat. Wrap your head in a bath towel. During the use of this product, the hair has a positive, healing effect, so you can sleep with this mask (with severe damage to the hair). In the morning, rinse the hair oil with warm water and your favorite shampoo. If you just need to nourish your hair with life-giving force, then holding the mask on your hair is enough for 1-2 hours. The procedure can be repeated every other day or twice a week. It is suitable for any type of hair.
- mask with yolk
Has your hair become dry and lifeless? Then the mask with the addition of egg yolk is what you need. Add one yolk to 1-2 tablespoons of oil. Mash the mixture well. Apply to scalp. The mask perfectly nourishes the skin and restores lifeless hair.
- mask with castor and sea buckthorn oil
Do you need extra nutrition of the head bulbs? Need to enhance hair growth and shine? This mask is an indispensable helper. Its components are a storehouse of beauty! Mix in a plastic bowl a tablespoon of each of the three ingredients, preheating them to room temperature (you can in a water bath) - linseed oil, castor oil, sea buckthorn oil. Add five drops of rosemary essential oil. These components perfectly fight the problems of the scalp, help cure seborrhea, help strengthen hair, remove dry scalp and dandruff. Leave the mask for one hour. After the procedure, rinse with plenty of warm water and shampoo. You can rinse your hair with a decoction of any grass, including flax seeds.
- mask with lemon
To give the hair extra shine and restore the structure of the hair, make a mask based on linseed oil (1-3 tablespoons) and a few drops of lemon juice. You can also add red pepper to the mask at the tip of the knife (for hair loss). Stir the ingredients. Apply the mask to the scalp with massage movements. Gather your hair, cover your head with a plastic hat, and then a towel. The mask can be kept on your head for 30-40 minutes. Wash off with warm water.
- mask with kefir
Oily and unhealthy hair can be restored by an excellent mask with flax oil (2 tablespoons) and one glass of 1% kefir. Heat the components in a water bath to room temperature. Apply to scalp and hair, rubbing the mask along the entire length. Cover with a hat and a towel. Keep 40-50 minutes on your head, then rinse with water. After applying this mask, the fat balance of the scalp is normalized, and the hair looks well-groomed and beautiful.
- mask with honey, egg and kefir
Another great recipe will help to cope with the disruption of the sebaceous glands on the head. Mix a tablespoon of flaxseed oil and honey, two tablespoons of kefir, then add one yolk. With very oily hair - the protein of one egg, previously whipping and removing the cords. Apply the mixture on the scalp, rubbing, then go to the hair. The mask helps to establish metabolism and helps restore fat balance.
- with pepper tincture
Fighting hair loss is very effective, a hair mask based on flax seed oil and pepper tincture will help. The composition of this mask stimulates the hair follicles to active growth and recovery. Blood circulation of the scalp increases. Enough proportions with one tablespoon of flax oil and the same amount of pepper tincture. Leave the mask on the scalp for 30 minutes, pre-wrapping, then rinse with water.
