One of the most common and safe remedies used for the problem of baldness is oil. It contains all the necessary components to restore healthy hair.
The properties
The oily liquid does not dissolve in water. It is made on the basis of herbs, for the processing of which they use the cold pressed method. This method of oil extraction allows you to save the largest amount of nutrients in it.
Natural oil against hair loss should contain all the necessary components that can restore their former shine, health, strength. They are designed to help restore damaged follicles, which is necessary for normal hair growth.
Due to the content of fatty acids, vitamins, amino acids, phospholipids, mineral components, effective hydration, nutrition, restoration, strengthening, stimulation of hair growth occurs. Also, oily formulations protect the hair from the negative effects of the environment.
Varieties
There are various types of oils that have their own characteristics of influence on the hairs.
Basic
Natural product made from plants, seeds, seeds. They are characterized by a complex effect on the structure of the hairs and roots.
- Castor. The oily substance not only helps to cope with baldness, but also helps to moisturize the scalp, eliminates dandruff.
- Burdock. Oil strengthens hair roots, has a beneficial effect on the entire structure of the hair, making it stronger.
- Argan. The rarest oil.The substance prevents baldness, restores the structure of hairs.
- Almond. Gently affects the hair follicles, preventing damage and hair loss. More suitable for women than for men.
- Shi. A viscous substance is effective for mild loss of hair, which occurs during the off-season. Complex effect on the hairs, giving them a healthy shine and increasing in volume.
- Cocoa. An oil based on a delicious fruit not only prevents hair loss, but also helps to strengthen them and grow faster.
- Avocado. The oily substance effectively fights against baldness, has a beneficial effect on dyed, brittle hair.
- Peach. The impact is based on strengthening the roots of the hairs, contributing to their growth.
- Grape seed. An oily substance based on grapes has a restorative effect on the hair, scalp, strengthening, nourishing them.
- Jojoba. Oil not only prevents hair loss, but also nourishes and moisturizes them.
- Macadamia. Effectively combats profuse hair loss, nourishes the roots with oxygen, moisturizes, nourishes.
- Sunflower This product nourishes, strengthens hair follicles, preventing the risk of baldness.
- Olive. In addition to effective hydration, the oily liquid nourishes, strengthens the roots, helps prevent hair loss.
- Sea buckthorn. Rich in vitamins and minerals, it is used in the treatment of baldness associated with changing seasons or hormonal disruptions. It also helps to restore split ends, eliminates dandruff.
- Flaxseed. Oily liquid has a strengthening effect, increases hair growth.
- Wheat Oil is effective for heavy hair loss.
Ethereal
Essential oils have a pleasant smell, calming effect. A beneficial effect on the condition of the hair lies in the ability to restore the structure of damaged hairs, to prevent their loss.
- Tea tree. The drug is considered the most effective in the treatment of baldness. It is part of many drugs, masks.
- Rosemary. An oily substance is used in the treatment of baldness. It has a strengthening effect.
- Chamomile. In addition to combating hair loss, the tool cares for the structure of the hairs, making them shiny, voluminous.
- Cinnamon The tool stimulates blood circulation, accelerates metabolic processes in cells, strengthens the roots, prevents hair loss.
- Clove. The oil is effective in combating seborrhea and its consequences in the form of hair loss.
- Coniferous. It has a complex effect on the condition of hair and roots. The tool not only fights against baldness, it also accelerates the growth of hairs, eliminates dandruff.
- Peppermint An oily substance prevents baldness. The effect is especially noticeable in men. It also contributes to the rapid growth of hairs, eliminates dandruff.
- Lavender. Lavender based ester is used for heavy hair loss that can occur after dyeing. An oily substance restores the structure of thin, weakened hair.
Rating
All oils are equally useful when used properly, so it’s very difficult to isolate the best. According to the effectiveness of exposure to hair, base oils can be distributed in the following sequence:
- burdock;
- olive;
- castor;
- wheat;
- sea buckthorn;
- flaxseed;
- argan;
- almond;
- sea buckthorn;
- shi.
Due to the high concentration of active substances, essential oils form a separate group. By efficiency, they can be arranged in the following sequence:
- tea tree;
- lavender;
- mint;
- rosemary;
- clove.
It is important to note that the effectiveness of any oil depends on the strict observance of the doctor’s prescription, as well as precautions.
Which is better to choose?
Oil for baldness can be purchased at the pharmacy or cooked at home. Ready-made formulations are easier to use and do not require careful preparation. Among their disadvantages, one can note a considerable cost, as well as the possibility of the presence of undesirable chemical components in the composition.
The preparation of the drug at home takes time, however this method is the most budgetary and there is complete confidence in the naturalness of all constituent substances.
- Mask with burdock oil and egg. To prepare the mask, you will first need to beat the egg, and then add a large spoonful of oil. Gruel is applied to dried, clean hair. The tool gives silkiness, volume, shine, fights against baldness.
- Mask with almond oil, egg, lemon, honey. To prepare the mixture, beat a couple of eggs, add a small spoon of honey, 20 ml of lemon juice, a large spoon of oil. It is important that a homogeneous slurry is obtained, which is applied to clean, dried hair. The product prevents baldness, nourishes, makes hair shiny, strong, healthy.
In the absence of time to prepare the masks, you can simply add 30 ml of any vegetable oil to the shampoo. However, it should not contain components that increase the oily hair.
It should be noted that in terms of their effects, masks prepared at home are no worse than ready-made pharmacy formulations. However, it should be remembered that the prepared mixture must be used immediately, since over time its useful properties are lost. It is also not recommended to cook it in iron dishes, since iron ions are able to absorb useful substances.
An oily component is selected depending on the type of hair. For example, for hair prone to dryness, grape-based oil is more suitable. With oily hair, castor oil, shea, mint are suitable. It should be remembered that the coconut mixture is very oily and is difficult to wash off. If, in addition to baldness, there are problems with dandruff, dissected tips, it is better to choose a remedy with a complex effect.
When choosing it is important to consider contraindications. Oils are not recommended for use in vascular diseases, after a heart attack, stroke, pregnancy, breastfeeding.
Before using any composition, skin tests should be done for an allergic reaction. When redness, burning, itching appears, the use of the drug should be immediately abandoned.
The choice of one or another tool should be agreed with a specialist. Depending on the condition and characteristics of the hair, the doctor will select the most optimal type of oil, the amount and frequency of its use.
Application
There are general rules for the use of oils that must be observed in order to obtain the desired effect. Conventionally, the procedure can be divided into 3 stages.
Preparatory
First, the hair is thoroughly washed and dried. Before using plant-based oils, they must be heated in a water bath. Enough 10-15 minutes. If it is assumed that the oil will be added to the shampoo, it is not recommended to choose products with collagen or silicone content.
If the oily substance is added to the mask, it is recommended that you first thoroughly mix all the main components of the mixture, only then add the required amount of oil.
Main
At this stage, the therapeutic mass is directly applied to the hair roots. It is better to do this with the fingertips, gently massaging the skin. Then the product is applied along the entire length of the hair to the very ends. For uniform distribution of mass, a comb is used.
After applying the medicinal mass, long hair is twisted into a “bump”, covered with a warm cap. For better tightness, you can take a regular bag, put on your head, and cover with a terry towel on top. This will provide the best effect from exposure.
Depending on the composition, the procedure lasts from 15 minutes to several hours.
Final
Washing off the mixture is done using shampoo, otherwise the hair will remain oily. First you need to take a small amount of shampoo, gently foam it, massage your head and rinse. The procedure should be repeated until there is a feeling that the hair is greasy. You can also rinse them with a decoction of chamomile, sage, or use a solution of lemon juice.
Depending on the severity of the symptoms, masks should be done no more than twice a week. The number of procedures can vary from 8 to 16. It all depends on the effectiveness of a particular tool, as well as the neglect of the process. Usually, after a course of treatment, a break is made for 1 month. If necessary, the treatment is repeated, but other means are already used.
Base oil formulations can be used in pure form. Essential in its pure form do not use. They must be diluted. Before use, it is necessary to consult a doctor about the dosage, which in each case is selected individually.
Reviews
On the Internet you can find different reviews about the effect of oils in the fight against baldness.
Among the positive aspects there is an improvement in the appearance of hair, the cessation of their loss. They also highlight the ease of combing, an increase in volume, density, and the appearance of silkiness. Especially noted is the effect of agents based on ether components. They significantly enhance the influence of other beneficial substances in the composition of masks. After the use of ethers, hair obedience, strength, and the ability to keep the shape of the hairstyle are noted. According to reviews, masks prepared at home are even more effective than finished pharmacy formulations.
You can also find reviews about excessive oily hair after applying oils and a small effect from their use. It should be noted that to obtain the best effect, it is necessary to observe all the nuances of the use of drugs. It is important to carefully study the composition, indications and contraindications.
It is also necessary to visit a specialist and find out the cause of excessive hair loss. If this is associated with a disease of the internal organs, then the first step is to treat the underlying disease.
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