Castor oil for hair: application and effect

Castor oil has long been used as a cosmetic product. Years of research and practice have proven the benefits of this product as a therapeutic and restorative complex composition for hair.

Castor oil is used as an independent drug, and also in the lines of cosmetic products of domestic and foreign manufacturers. The raw materials for it are the seeds of castor oil plants. This is a grassy annual plant of the family Euphorbiaceae. Oil is extracted from the seeds of the plant. Familiar castor oil is a castor oil product and is sold in pharmacies in capsules or dark glass vials.

The high content of nutrients indicated in the instructions characterizes the scope of use as external and internal means. Outwardly, for the treatment and improvement of hair, an extract from castor seeds - castor oil is used. She is able to restore the keratin structure of curls and nourish their roots. Combining it with other useful substances, you can achieve good results.

Castor oil has a complex effect on the hair, namely:

• strengthens the hair, preventing brittleness, helps to improve the general condition of the hair by increasing flexibility, elastic properties;

• “Seals” damaged areas of hair, split ends, making them smoother and shinier, creating a lamination effect;
• possesses a protective effect, enveloping each hair with a thinnest film, preserving from environmental influences and adverse factors;
• creates optimal conditions for healthy hair growth, enhancing blood supply to the hair follicles;
• beneficial effect on the scalp, relieving dandruff, itching and exfoliation of dead particles;
• stabilizes the optimal level of acidity, humidity, as well as the water-lipid balance on the skin surface;
• helps best from bald patches and root loss;
• the healing powers of medicinal oil make it an indispensable element for preserving youth and health.

Trichologists refer castor oil to the most effective substances for the care of curls and scalp. The beneficial effect is due to the presence in its composition of beneficial acids and vitamins:

• ricinoleic acid, which enhances hair growth and strengthens hair follicles;
• oleic acid, which is a powerful hydrant that binds water molecules, so that hair is protected from moisture loss and overdrying;
• palmitic acid involved in the transport of nutrients and beneficial elements to the roots of the hair;
• vitamins A (retinol) and E (tocopherol), normalizing the functioning of the sebaceous and sweat glands, optimizing the secretion of the skin.

Castor acts comprehensively on the hairline, namely:

• It is used for rapid growth and treatment of curls;
• It is a powerful remedy against baldness;
• helps in the treatment of whims and seborrhea;

• beneficial effect on the appearance of curls, enhancing shine and strength;
• used to strengthen hair follicles, their keratin structure;
• increases volume, making curls thick;
• helps to restore damaged curls, removing the effects of the negative effects of chemicals during staining and curling.

The viscous consistency of the oil is achieved due to the presence of ricinoleic acid. It makes the hair soft and docile, increases the blood supply to the root zone, has antiseptic and antibacterial effects, increases the life cycle of each individual hair, and heals.

The oil at the first application removes obsolete follicles and dead cells, which can manifest itself in hair loss. Do not be scared, as this will be followed by a powerful growth of new hair.

Oleic acid regulates oxygen metabolism in the cells of each hair, normalizes metabolic processes in the deeper layers of the skin.

Stearic and linoleic acids soften the surface of the hair, penetrating deep into the very depths of each of them. The double action inside and out as a protective film helps to maintain the overall tone and turgor of the hair.

Palmitic acid is a vehicle, helping large molecules of oil get through cell membranes to the skeleton of the hair. As a result, the necessary substances and minerals calmly penetrate the lesions, eliminating dryness, poor nutrition and other disorders.

Tocopherol and retinol additionally nourish the cover, protecting them from moisture loss and drying out with constant styling using aggressive methods: irons, plaques, hair dryers and other methods.

There are features of the use of caste oil for the treatment of hair that you need to know.

Castor oil is not recommended to be used in pure form. For external use, it is best to take cosmetic oil designed specifically for these purposes. Castor should be taken only in combination with other substances, since it is very viscous and has low hygroscopicity, which interferes with the penetration of beneficial substances into the hair structure.

More experts do not recommend applying the product at night, because with prolonged exposure, the oil can clog pores, which can lead to unwanted hair loss. The result is the exact opposite effect.

The increased exposure to highly concentrated substances can cause allergic reactions and overdrying of the scalp.

Another property of castor oil is the removal of color pigments of the paint. Hair after oil is weakly dyed and does not lend itself well to any styling using chemical agents, for example, chemical curling and bleaching.

Natural blondes should know that castor oil and products with its content darken the natural color of light curls.

Oil is stored on average two years. After the expiration of the term it is impossible to use. Using this effective tool correctly, moderately and as directed, you can achieve the desired results and find the hair of your dreams.

To care for the structure of the hair, you can use various products based on castor oil. Basically, masks are prepared, the use of which is performed using some methods:

• after applying this or that mask, you need to cover your head with a waterproof film, and on top with a dense fabric in order to enhance the effect of useful substances;
• use a high-quality product for oily hair to remove the mask;
• it is best to wash your hair before and after applying masks in order to wash off all unnecessary;

• apply formulations with oil to clean hair - so they are easier to wash off later;
• Before applying the oil, it is necessary to slightly warm it up to enhance the effect and facilitate the penetration of the main substances into the hair;
• to achieve good nutrition, as well as protection against peeling and dandruff, it is best to smear only the skin of the head;
• to cure split ends, castor is applied to the ends of the hair;
• for shining hair and a glamorous, well-groomed appearance, castor oil preparations are applied to the entire surface of the scalp;
• it is correct to hold strengthening and regenerating compounds for 60 minutes, then rinse with plenty of warm water with a special detergent;
• hair prone to oiliness is wrapped with oil once every seven days, dry and damaged - twice a week;
• masks with castor oil are used in courses for a month, prolonged use can have the opposite effect, so you need to adhere to the instructions, and do everything right.

When applying these or those means at home, it is important to know that for prone to greasy hair you need a mask based on castor oil, parsley and lemon. For over-dried hair, a mask with an egg and honey is suitable. Hair growth enhancing masks contain tincture of capsicum, onion, mustard and garlic. Masks based on castor oil, burdock oil, aloe and cognac save from loss and loss.

This mask causes increased blood flow and nutrition of hair follicles.

You will need: a tablespoon of powdered mustard, as much castor oil and kefir, a little water. Mustard is steamed with heated water, then all the ingredients are mixed well and spread on the scalp, distributing with a special comb with wide teeth over the entire length of the hair. The mask is kept until burning, then washed with plenty of water with a good shampoo.

Onion juice is known for its bactericidal properties. If the hair falls from seborrhea, then this remedy will do just fine. Aloe juice can activate the awakening of sleeping hair follicles.

In case of hair loss, a composition is prepared from castor oil, honey, onion and aloe juice in the same proportions - two large spoons. The product is impregnated with hair and the skin surface of the head, covered with a warming cap. After 60 minutes, the mask is removed in the usual way.

For the manufacture of a therapeutic composition, 30 grams of castor oil, yeast and water are taken. Add one egg yolk.

First, yeast blooms in warm water. After some time, all the elements are mixed and applied to the scalp, distributing the entire length of the hair. Wait 45 minutes, then rinse with a mild detergent.

To give the hair shine and a beautiful look, use castor oil with kefir, egg and mayonnaise. All components are taken from the calculation of the length and total weight of the hair. The mask is distributed over the entire length of the hair, covered with polyethylene, on top - with a heated towel and held for about an hour. Then it is thoroughly washed several times until it is completely free of stickiness. Wet hair is doused with water with lemon juice or citric acid solution. After that, dried in the usual way.

From this procedure, curls acquire a specular glow, become strong and voluminous.

To normalize the secretion of the sebaceous glands, a parsley remedy is traditionally used. Mix 20 grams of castor oil with parsley juice and cognac. Everything is taken in equal amounts. For five minutes, the mask is rubbed into the head, then left for an hour and washed off with plenty of warm water. For the effect, light curls rinse with chamomile mood, dark ones with tea brewing.

For the healing of hair ends and damaged parts, a mix of useful substances is used, consisting of castor, linseed, burdock and olive oils. All of them are mixed in the same proportions, heated and superimposed on the damaged parts of the curls. After 45 minutes, the composition is washed off.

This mask has long been used to reduce bald patches and early gray hair.

To use 15 grams of castor oil is mixed with a spoon of tincture of chilli pepper. The composition is rubbed into the scalp with gloves, massaged a little and left to burn, then washed well several times.

Glycerin, quail eggs, vitamins A and E, cognac and various essential oils are also added to masks with castor oil. These additives are used depending on the desired result. All of them have a number of useful properties, using which you can achieve the desired effect.

According to customer reviews, oil from the seeds of castor oil plant has the ability to restore hair after diseases. It is known that acute respiratory infections and other diseases weaken the immune system, which negatively affects the general condition of the hair. A number of useful properties of the oil relieve the loss associated with these negative factors. It is enough to apply medicinal compounds regularly for two weeksto completely restore the growth and splendor of the hairline.

It happens that women with beautiful long hair burn them with excessive care using chemicals. In this case, castor oil comes to the rescue. Masks based on it with kefir, honey, egg and other ingredients are able to completely repair damage already the first time, and also make curls silky and obedient.

Many owners of lush hair use oil as a means of hair care regularly. Both purchased and home-made compounds perfectly relieve hair of oily and greasy shine, heal and regenerate the skin, providing hair with a healthy appearance, volume and splendor.

Many people advise adding a little castor oil to liquid soap, shampoos, and detergent formulations. Such enriched products perfectly soften and protect the hair and skin from the aggressive effects of the environment, creating a protective film.

The oil also has the property of restoring the natural color to the hair and gradually removing gray hair. Using this tool for a long time, you can get a positive result for sure. According to numerous observations, castor oil actually restores the keratin structure of the hair, returning it to its original color and youth.

The disadvantages include some loss of light pigment in blonde women and the need to wash hair well after use.

See how to use castor hair oil in the next video.