Almond oil is a vegetable oil derived from the seeds of sweet almonds. It gained particular popularity in the manufacture of cosmetics and is often added to skincare products. Almond oil is also actively used in folk recipes for healing hair.
The benefits of almond oil for hair
This magic oil is made from two types of nuts: sweet and neutral. It is permissible to use at home in undiluted i.e. pure and / or with the addition of additional components. The principle is more dependent on the problem itself. As a standard, it is used as ingredients for masks.
Almond oil helps with various hair problems:
- Eliminates excessive loss;
- Enhances growth;
- Solves the problem of split ends;
- It treats dandruff;
- Restores a thinned structure;
- Strengthens and nourishes the roots;
- It revives strands after staining, etc.
It is rich in vitamins and other beneficial substances. Thanks to its original composition, this cosmetic product helps to neutralize the effects of the environment (protects against ultraviolet radiation, exhaust gases).
Almond oil improves blood circulation in the scalp and activates the activity of metabolic processes.
In the fight against split ends, the saturation of the therapeutic cosmetic product with vitamin A helps. It is thanks to him that the hair retains moisture longer, and the systematic use of almond oil prevents drying of the hair.
Terms of use
It is most convenient to use almond oil at night. At home, this will not cause discomfort, and tangible benefits will bring. In addition, in this option there will be no need to spend extra time on an evening toilet (flushing, styling, etc.).
When using oil at home as a mask, follow the instructions:
- Almond oil is applied to curls (full length), tips and roots;
- The exposure time is from 1 to 8 hours. Those. with prolonged retention, it is quite acceptable to use at night;
- According to the reviews of cosmetologists, it is recommended to wrap your head to improve the effect, you can use a towel and a shower cap;
- Rinse off the mask with an ordinary shampoo (possible with balm) using the double flush method;
- After washing, rinse your head with water diluted with vinegar.
It is not recommended to use the mask too often - 1-2 times a week is enough.
Homemade Almond Butter Mask Recipes
Popular recipes for using a mask with almond oil are extremely useful for improving hair growth, from hair loss, for split ends. Recipes are used for any type of hair and scalp, including the sensitive type.
You can also add auxiliary ingredients to almond oil:
- Other oil formulations can be several. Especially effective are rosemary essential oils, ginseng root and jojoba;
- Dairy products;
- Egg whites and yolks;
- Aloe juice and lemon;
- Liquid honey.
This option will add health and chic shine to the hair, stop loss, relieve dandruff and split ends and facilitate combing.
For dry hair
To moisturize dry hair and, especially, dyed, if the paint dries the skin strongly, you can use an effective recipe for homemade mask based on almond oil. It is best to use fresh ingredients for a faster effect.
Recipe for making a mask:
- Mix 2 egg yolks with two tablespoons of almond oil;
- Mix until a homogeneous consistency;
- Apply to the basal area of the hair and distribute to the middle of the strands;
- We put on a hat or wrap a towel;
- Leave for 15-20 minutes and rinse thoroughly with warm water.
When using this mask, it is important to thoroughly wash off all the remnants of the product, otherwise after the hair will become more dirty.
For oily hair
For oily hair type, it is best to use drying ingredients in the mask, but it is important not to overdo it. Therefore, be sure to observe the indicated proportions. The home-made recipe based on the following components perfectly copes with excessive fat content:
- Half a glass of kefir;
- 1 egg white
- 2 tablespoons of brandy;
- 1 tablespoon of cosmetic clay (it is better to use blue);
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice;
- A tablespoon of honey.
All ingredients must be mixed and applied to the scalp, distributed along the length of a soft comb. Then wrap your hair with a warm terry towel. Wash off after half an hour. A burning sensation and a slight tingling sensation in the process is normal.
Against loss
Many people ask: is it possible to grow hair with almond oil? It is rich in vitamins necessary for nutrition, protection and hydration of the hair. With this care, the strands become lush, the loss stops, growth increases and the structure of even colored curls is restored (eliminates split ends).
Almond oil is indispensable for growing hair.
From a loss a universal recipe will help. It consists of two types of oil components: olive and almond. Follow the directions:
- Mix the oils in a one to one ratio, while the amount of oil directly depends on the length of the hair;
- Using a comb with rare teeth, apply to the hair along the entire length;
- You can slightly moisten the fingers in the mixture and massage the scalp for two to three minutes;
- Wash off after one hour using the double rinse method.
If the next day you plan to stay at home, the mixture of oils can be left on your hair all night. However, in the morning the mask will be more difficult to wash off. This recipe has a strong strengthening effect and is suitable for all types of hair.
From split ends
For cut ends, a homemade mask of almond oil, egg yolk (raw) and aloe juice is well suited. For oily hair, the yolk is best replaced with protein or water. The mask is made according to the recipe:
- Ingredients must be used in approximately equal amounts (per tablespoon);
- Beat the yolk before adding;
- You can apply on all curls or only on the tips;
- The composition can be left overnight;
- If desired, can be supplemented with various essential or other oils (sea buckthorn, peach, apricot, etc.).
This mask is contraindicated for persons suffering from allergies to components and with sensitive scalp.
For hair growth
For hair growth in masks, it is important to use special ingredients that stimulate blood flow to the roots and awaken dormant hair follicles. The most popular ingredient is mustard.
The composition of the mask for accelerated hair growth:
- Mustard powder - 1 tablespoon;
- Water - 1-2 tablespoons;
- One yolk;
- Almond oil - 2 tablespoons.
The ingredients must be thoroughly mixed and applied from the very roots to the middle of the hair. Then they should be wrapped in plastic wrap and covered with a towel.The mask is washed off after 15-20 minutes.
It is important to consider that the sensations of using a mask are not the most pleasant. The skin can be baked, there will be a slight burning sensation. Therefore, for the first application, it is recommended to keep the mixture for no more than seven minutes, with each subsequent use increasing the time.
Restorative
There are several options for the most effective mask for restoring dry, damaged and tired hair. Its main ingredients are almond oil and honey.
Recipe for restoring a mask:
- Honey needs to be melted a little, it is more convenient to use a steam bath;
- Add three tablespoons of almond oil to it;
- Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature;
- Apply to the scalp and along the entire length of the hair for half an hour;
- Rinse with warm water or herbal decoction.
This composition of the mask at home plays a restoring role in the structure of the hair. However, the mask can be supplemented with other components:
- Cinnamon and water, especially if the mask is prepared for damaged and stained strands for growth and loss;
- Kefir for additional root nutrition;
- Milk and oatmeal for greasy and shiny strands.
Almond hair oil: reviews, before and after photos
The effectiveness of almond oil when used at home has been proven and tested by many people. Thanks to him, girls and women of all ages note that after applying their hair became more magnificent, a healthy shine appeared, fragility ceased and the cut ends disappeared.
Alexandra, 19 years old:
I always follow all the latest in the world of beauty, but somehow my grandmother advised almond oil, which costs a penny, compared to the expensive caring oils in the store. I decided to try, because I did not risk anything. I really liked the result. The effect is no worse than after expensive purchased new products. I was just in shock that I could save so much money.
Lyudmila, 26 years old:
For me, using almond oil is a mandatory weekly procedure. It makes my dry and hard hair soft and shiny. I make masks for the night, sometimes for 2-3 hours, and after washing, distribute the oil at the tips. I take a drop of oil, rub it well in my hands and comb the ends with my fingers. The hair is chic and they have a very well-groomed look.
Yaroslav, 27 years old:
I started using almond oil relatively recently on the advice of a friend. She recommended it as a good way to restore the natural beauty of hair. Since my hair is dull and without shine, I decided to try it. I applied almond oil along with jojoba for the entire length of the strands every three days for a month. The effect hit me! The hair became softer, finally found shine and now it is easier to comb and the tips do not split at all! I am very pleased with the result.
