Coconut Oil for Hair: Natural Hair Care
More shine, less split ends: coconut oil is a real miracle weapon and not only ensures whiter teeth and soft skin, but also helps create beautiful hair.
The miracle weapon coconut oil: In addition to whiter teeth and tender skin, this all-rounder also cares for our hair. What you have to pay attention to when using it – the best tips and tricks!
This is why coconut oil is so good for the hair
Coconut oil is one of the multitaskers for healthy hair, along with castor oil or olive oil. It is rich in saturated fatty acids and therefore belongs to the non-drying oils. It also wraps itself like a protective film around the individual hair fibres and makes the hair beautifully smooth. Therefore coconut oil is rather unsuitable for fine hair. Furthermore, coconut oil contains valuable ingredients such as vitamin E, which acts as a natural antioxidant and protects the hair from harmful environmental influences. But coconut oil can do much more:
- It helps with dandruff and hair loss: coconut oil has a high content of saturated fatty acids. Lauric acid in particular is known for its moisturizing and antibacterial properties. It fights viruses, fungi and bacteria and thus balances the environment on the scalp. This makes dandruff and hair loss a thing of the past. By the way, here we have more home remedies for dandruff.
- Coconut oil moisturizes dry hair and makes it shine beautifully. It can penetrate into the scalp and thus directly attaches to the hair root.
- It supports hair growth: Of course coconut oil cannot work wonders. However, a regular hair treatment with coconut oil provides the scalp with important nutrients, prevents split ends and thus supports the hair in growing. The lengths also appear fuller.
To apply coconut oil to your hair
At room temperature, coconut oil is solid and white and only becomes liquid and clear at about 25 degrees Celsius. In this condition it is perfect for further processing and can be easily distributed in the hair. Here we have put together a few DIY recipes for you.
Coconut oil as hair conditioner
After washing your hair, coconut oil makes it smoother and easier to comb.
- First shampoo the hair as usual and rinse well.
- Rub a hazelnut-sized amount of coconut oil into the palms of your hands and spread it over the lengths and tips.
- After two to three minutes, rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Coconut oil as leave-in care
A few drops of coconut oil protect the hair from external influences such as hairdryers, straighteners or curling irons.
- After washing, let a small amount of coconut oil melt in your hands and spread it sparingly in your hair. Leave out approach.
- Afterwards you can style your hair as usual.
Coconut oil as hair treatment
An overnight coconut oil intensive treatment provides the hair with that extra portion of moisture.
- Rub a teaspoon of coconut oil in your hands and distribute the liquid oil evenly in your hair.
- Then twist the hair into a bun and wrap it with a towel. This protects the bed linen from oil stains.
- Wash the oil from your hair the next morning.
Important: Before using coconut oil, you should first wash your hair with a mild, silicone-free shampoo and then rinse it out for at least two to three minutes. Finally, squeeze the hair well with a towel.
This coconut oil is especially healthy for the hair
Pay attention to high quality organic coconut oil when buying. It should be cold pressed, unbleached and not refined. This is the only way to ensure that all important nutrients, vitamins and minerals are retained in the oil.