Is your hair limp, devitalized and falling into the sink? It's time to try the benefits of castor oil.
Regular application of masks to long hair will restore its tone and shine.
We tell you all about this remarkable vegetable oil for the hair, often compared to coconut oil for its properties.
Far from being rivals, these two work together wonderfully to strengthen, moisturise and boost hair.
The properties of castor oil
Very decorative in a garden, the castor flower contains the precious seeds from which a very dense and viscous oil is extracted, renowned for its therapeutic and cosmetic qualities.
Extracted by cold pressing,"Ricinus Communis" oil contains vitamin E and ricinoleic acid.
Its therapeutic properties have been used since ancient times.
In the 12th century, traces of its use in anti-inflammatory poultices can be found.
Very early on, castor oil was prized for its many benefits, particularly in the cosmetic field and for the scalp.
Its official INCI name is " beaver oil ", but it owes nothing to this thick-haired mammal with a talent for construction.
It is also known as Palma-Christi oil , a name referring to the palm-like shape of the castor leaves.
Castor oil is a non-edible vegetable oil used in a wide variety of fields: to make oil lamps work until the last century in Egypt, to make shoe soles or to make plastic...
In cosmetology, castor oil boosts the prostaglandins located at the base of the hair bulb.
Applied to the roots as a mask, it stimulates the blood microcirculation of the scal p and accelerates hair growth.
Applied to the lengths, it moisturises and repairs split ends in damaged, dry and brittle hair.
The supply of nutrients is sufficiently high to nourish and regenerate the fiber capillary.
Castor oil is a precious ally for toning hair, especially at the change of season.
An oil to give your hair a boost
We are all sensitive to stress, hormonal variations and the off-season.
This is often reflected in the condition of our hair, which grows at a slower rate than usual (between 0.6 cm and 1.3 cm per month).
The application of castor oil-based hair care will boost the regeneration process and also stop excessive hair loss.
The application of castor oil can double their growth rate.
It is then recommended tocoat dry hair with pure castor oil at least twice a week.
It is best to wrap a towel around the coated hair and leave it on.
Then rinse with plenty of warm water before washing your hair with a fenugreek or aloe vera shampoo to combine the benefits of these plants on regrowth.
An oil to fight against mycosis and small bugs!
The antifungal and antibacterial properties of castor oil were already known in ancient times.
It is recommended to fight against lice and irritations.
When applied to oily hair, it helps tospace out shampoos and prevents the appearance of dandruff.
Tone and restore shine to hair
Is your hair dull and flat?
Mix coconut or almond oil and castor oil in equal proportions.
Apply this mask to the hair and leave it on.
The hair regains vitality and volume.
This emulsion is recommended for curly and frizzy hair.
How to use castor oil on your hair
This oil is particularly thick.
Its viscosity can be a handicap to its use in its pure state.
It is therefore recommended to mix it with one or more vegetable hair oil or essential oils to make it more fluid.
As with all organic hair care products, it is recommended that the hair be detangled with a spiked brush or a wide-tooth comb.
Castor oil is then massaged in with the fingertips.
There is no need to press hard to make it penetrate.
It is best to brush the scal p in small circular motions.
Massage is the best way toactivate the microcirculation of the scalp.
Finish by coating the lengths.
Cover the hair with a cap or towel and wait at least 30 to 45 minutes before rinsing.
Finally, this beauty ritual is repeated at least once a week for a month before taking a break for three months.
Coconut oil versus castor oil: the controversy
It is sometimes said that coconut oil is better than castor oil for hair or vice versa.
In fact, they are equal.Coconut oil penetrates more easily into the fiber hair because it is more fluid.
Castor oil, on the other hand, is more effective for hair growth.
Both are anti-dehydrating, nourishing and restructuring.
Instead of pitting them against each other, it's best to combine them to make the most of their respective qualities, have soft hair and radiantly healthy.
Extra castor oil blends for hair!
Add two tablespoons ofcastor oil to as much coconut oil.
Apply to roots and lengths and leave on for at least one hour.
Rinse with clean water and wash your hair with an organic shampoo.
Castor oil can also be combined with other more fluid oils plant-based and essential oils (tea tree, rosemary, geranium radiata) to make hair care products.
It can also be mixed withBiocoiff' conditioner with ylang-ylang or aloe vera gel to boost its effects.
This oil can also be combined with the other organic treatments of our brand.
Feel free to ask our advisors when you place an order online or when you make an appointment in our hair salons.
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