Sunflower oil for hair: effect and recommendations for use

Sunflower oil is a liquid product of plant origin, which is obtained from sunflower seeds after undergoing appropriate processing. The beneficial properties of sunflower oil have been known since time immemorial; they can be found even in the folklore of the Indians of South and North America. Sunflower came to Russia thanks to the ascetic activity of Peter the Great, later found recognition among peasants. In Europe, the plant-based product has become widespread due to its low cost and the presence of a huge number of useful properties.

There are two varieties of sunflower oil: refined and unrefined. These types can also be divided into their subspecies.

Unrefined product is produced in a "cold" way using press equipment. In this case, the sunflower seeds are subjected to high pressure. Primary refined oil has a characteristic aftertaste and odor. The liquid, which has undergone mechanical extraction, is of exceptional value, it has a lot of useful trace elements.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E) is a potent antioxidant that neutralizes toxins. In unrefined oil, its largest amount, it also has a beneficial effect on strengthening and hair growth.In addition, unrefined sunflower oil has beneficial polyunsaturated acids that help boost metabolism.

To obtain refined oil, a special procedure is performed - refining (purification)using a special substance of hexane. It is a natural solvent with the chemical formula C6H14. It is a colorless liquid that boils at a temperature of 68 degrees.

Raw materials (sunflower grains) are mixed with hexane, and kept in special containers. Then the hexane is evaporated, the excess elements are removed using an alkaline solution. The product then undergoes deodorization and additional bleaching. This oil has a lot less useful elements. It can be stored for a long time.

The hydrated product is made using high temperature water. Actively used in the cosmetic industry, it also helps strengthen hair and improve skin color. Effectively moisturizes the epidermis, affects the establishment of a full metabolism, regenerates the skin. Each type of oil to one degree or another has its own advantages and disadvantages, which are recommended to be aware of in order to use this product with maximum efficiency.

For the ends of the hair, which are often split off, unrefined sunflower oil can be a real panacea; when applied, they cease to exfoliate and break. Literally in a few days you can observe positive changes. Unrefined oil also does not clog pores, allowing the skin to breathe. Before using a product of plant origin, you must make sure that it is not expired, otherwise the effect may be the opposite.

The most valuable acids that are present in sunflower oil:

• linolenic;
• oleic;
• palmitic;
• Peanut
• stearic.

There is a lot of vitamin A (retinol) product in this product, which is an important component in the metabolism and strengthening of the body's resistant qualities. Thanks to its influence, the skin becomes elastic, loses its dryness, hair becomes silky and strong.

There is also another important element in the oil - vitamin D, its absence leads to brittle bones, joint diseases, thyroid dysfunction, dryness and brittle hair. Vitamin E is known as the vitamin of youth, thanks to it the skin gains elasticity and smoothness, antioxidant processes are optimized, and the hair becomes shiny and silky. Vitamin F appears in sunflower oil in the form of two acids:

• Omega-6;
• Omega 3.

It is these compounds that actively strengthen blood vessels, making them elastic, promote good blood metabolism, and neutralize toxins. Sunflower oil also eliminates free radicals, which often provoke cancer. There are many trace elements in oil (copper, magnesium, zinc).

There are practically no contraindications to the external use of the product. Nevertheless, we will analyze a few important points.

• Expired sunflower oil is not recommended for use, including for the preparation of various compresses to strengthen the hair.
• Pauses should be maintained during cosmetic procedures. Too frequent use of the product can lead to negative results, clogging of the pores of the skin and the appearance of boils.

Homemade cosmetic hair ingredients give curls the opportunity to accelerate their growth and become more silky and strong. The oil has the most effective effect on dry brittle hair. Often girlish strands suffer from frequent perms, after staining they become lifeless and dull.

A herbal product can work wonders. It regenerates hair and scalp especially actively if an extract of herbs (nettle, dogrose, yarrow), as well as citrus is added to it. In addition, the electrification of hair is noticeably reduced, which is important for winter time. In the hot season, oil actively protects against the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.

Sunflower oil enriches hair with keratin, heals microcracks of the skin, eliminates the separation of ends.

A mask consisting of several components works very well. It is best to handle curls with unrefined oil of the first extraction. It is not recommended to use artificial vegetable oil, it is harmful because it clogs the pores of the skin.

It is not recommended to make masks and compresses immediately after taking a bath. Vegetable oil can be absorbed as efficiently as possible only on dry hair. Procedures must begin with massaging the scalp. Then you should moisten the fingertips with a herbal composition and continue the massage. At the end of the application of the product, the remaining oil is evenly distributed throughout the hair. It is not recommended to use chemical compounds (rinses, creams) after applying sunflower oil to the hair.

A protective mask, in particular against high subzero temperatures, requires the following components:

• unrefined oil - 30 mg;
• extra virgin olive oil - 15 ml;
• lemon juice - 15 ml.

The consistency is heated over low heat, and then rubbed into the scalp. After 60 minutes, the composition is washed off with warm water with the addition of chamomile extract.

Hair masks can be different, the recipe should be applied that helps to solve the problem as much as possible.

It should take:

• unrefined oil - 8 tablespoons;
• honey - 1 tablespoon;
• geranium juice - 7 drops;
• lavender juice - 8 drops;
• sandalwood juice - 8 drops.

The components are mixed, the contents are placed in a pot of boiling water and aged for 5 minutes. The fingers spread the mixture over the hairline, rubbing it into the skin with light movements. Keep the composition for 25 minutes. Then the mask should be washed off, rinse your hair with warm water. A similar procedure is recommended to be repeated two to three times with an interval of three days.

Ingredients:

• oil - 1 tablespoon;
• egg - 1 piece;
• onions - 1 piece;
• bee honey - 1 tablespoon.

The yolk is taken, mixed with the product and bee honey. Juice is squeezed from the onion (just one small spoon is enough). It is recommended that the contents be mixed thoroughly.

With this mixture, you need to lubricate the hairline for two hours, the head is wrapped in a film and a towel. Then you should wash your hair, washing your hair with infusion of herbs. This procedure will help your hair become smoother, significantly strengthen them.

Structure:

• sunflower oil - 3 tablespoons;
• egg - 1 piece;
• brandy - 1 teaspoon;
• honey - 1 teaspoon;
• henna without color - 1 teaspoon.

The yolk is mixed with butter in a small container. Henna is separately prepared in warm water, then honey and brandy can be added, having mixed everything thoroughly. The mixture is recommended to be used, lubricating it with hair and rubbing it. Leave it on your hair for half an hour, then rinse with warm water. The ends of the hair will become smooth and strong, their dryness will disappear.

Structure:

• oil - 2 tablespoons;
• honey - one tablespoon;
• red pepper juice - half a teaspoon.

All ingredients are mixed, then the hair can be smeared with the resulting composition. Then the strands are washed with shampoo and rinsed with infusion of herbs or chamomile. Such a procedure leads to the following effect: blood circulation improves, hair grows faster, grows in volume.

Ingredients:

• sunflower oil - 2 tablespoons;
• egg - 1 piece;
• sugar - 1 tablespoon;
• mustard powder - 2 tablespoons.

The yolk is mixed in oil, a spoonful of sugar and mustard powder are added. The finished composition is applied to the hair roots, and you should definitely wear a woolen hat. After an hour, it is recommended to thoroughly rinse the head with warm water. Such an operation should be repeated at least five times. Thanks to the procedure, the hair will not be brittle, it will become elastic and strong. It must be applied on average once every two weeks.

Structure:

• oil - 1 tablespoon;
• Sea buckthorn extract - 9 tablespoons.

The mixture is mixed and applied to the hair. Wait about 60 minutes, and then rinse the composition with running water. Wash your hair with shampoo.

Structure:

• sunflower oil - 2 tablespoons;
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon;
• lemon juice - 1 tablespoon.

All contents are thoroughly mixed and slightly heated in a pot of boiling water. Then applied to the hairline, rinsed with shampoo.

Hair strengthens, becomes soft and shiny.

See even more hair mask recipes in the next video.

Sunflower oil as a hair care product is deservedly popular. There are a huge number of recipes and recommendations that effectively strengthen the hair, make it silky. On the Internet you can find many illustrations on what kind of hair was before the procedure, and what became after.

There is no doubt that natural cold pressed oil is of great benefit. If you take into account the useful amount of substances that are in this product, then its use is often the only way to bring the hair into proper shape. It is only important to be able to properly use vegetable oil in various formulations, that is, follow the recipe, use them at the recommended frequency.