The Secret to Hair Growth

 

Hair experts weigh in on this possible treatments for hair growth 

If you are struggling to restore your edges, shedding, or thickness[Thinness],there are chances that you might have heard about the alleged hair growth miracle of castor oil. Castor oil, also known as Ricinus communis, is nutrient-rich vegetable oil from castor beans. Although it originates in tropical east Africa, it is widely used in India and the West Indies for cosmetic and medicinal purposes. Castor oil is usually clear or pale yellow unless derived through roasting or boiling, known as black castor oil.

Castor oil is a long-chained fatty acid. Fatty acids provide essential proteins and nutrients to hair follicles and prevent hair follicle inflammation.

From being anti-inflammatory, castor oil has other noteworthy properties. Its benefits also includes increased gloss or shine of the hair, increased hair shaft flexibility by coating the hair shaft, and providing antimicrobial properties.

Even though castor oil is widely used, it is not meant for every individual. The importance of a patch test comes into play before applying it to your scalp. Apply a small amount behind the ear for a week

Once you determine that castor oil is compatible with your scalp, there may be few ways that you should know:

Fine to medium straight hair: Castor oil can be used as a deep treatment to protect the very ends of your hair fiber, the last 2-3 inches of hair. Use it as a pre-shampoo treatment to help keep the tangles away. Be sure not to overuse—shampoo out and style as desired.

Thick straight hair: Apply throughout the entire head for an intense pre-shampoo treatment. Add heat or steam for deeper penetration into the hair

Wavy curls: mixing drops of castor oil into conditioners during these hot and humid summer months.

Tightly coiled: I suggest using castor oil as needed throughout your regimen as a pre-shampoo, added treatment, or as a weekly moisturizer.