Thick luxurious hair is the dream of every woman of the fair sex, sometimes seeming simply unattainable. Frequent shampooing, blow-drying, styling, coloring - all these manipulations, pursuing the goal of "being beautiful", often work quite the opposite.
Negativity is reinforced by external factors: a polluted atmosphere, "dusty" hairstyle and blocking the normal breathing of the skin. You should also consider diets aimed at getting rid of extra pounds, but that can negatively affect the condition of the hair.
What is castor oil?
One of the life-saving remedies that can really help hair is castor oil - an excellent analogue of expensive masks and miracle shampoos, on which a woman, in her desire to help her hair, has great hopes. What is castor oil?
Natural product made from castor beans, plants with large palmate leaves and racemose inflorescences located in their axils. Garden palm is grown on all continents and is widely usedfor technical and medicinal purposes. Castor oil, the medicinal properties of which were first used by the ancient Egyptians, is produced from the seeds of the plant by hot and cold pressing.
Natural product description
Castor oil, the use of which is popular in home cosmetology, is easily recognizable by:
- Smell;
- a peculiar, slightly unpleasant taste;
- slightly yellowish;
- thick viscous structure.
The uniqueness of castor oil is due to the optimal combination of several types of acids that make up the product:
- fatty monounsaturated (ricinoleic and oleic);
- fatty polyunsaturated (linoleic);
- fatty saturated (stearic and palmitic).
The balanced composition of the product does not cause allergic manifestations, which allows you to use castor oil daily, providing hair with complete care.
Castor oil in cosmetology
Castor oil is widely used in cosmetology and, due to its unique properties, deserves to be the contents of every ladies' cosmetic bag. Natural Remedy:
- excellently nourishes and softens sensitive skin;
- eliminates age spots;
- smoothes fine lines;
- accelerates the growth of cilia and strengthens the hairs, preventing their fragility and loss;
- helps care for the skin of the eyelids, neck and décolleté.
Castor oil is a component of a number ofointments and balms, including a universal antiseptic for external use - Vishnevsky's ointment.
Castor oil
Natural product valued for its positive effects on both hair and scalp. Penetrating into the hair follicle, castor bean seed oil fills the hair with nutrients, glues dry scales, gives curls silkiness and natural shine. The product is optimally suited for split, dyed, bleached hair and can heal the skin from peeling and get rid of dandruff.
Castor oil for hair at home is effective both in its pure form and in combination with various components of a similar action.
Pure application
Castor oil for hair, the method of application of which is clear to any representative of the fair sex, needs to be slightly warmed up. This action will slightly lower its viscosity. Then the product must be applied to the head, gradually distributed through the hair with a comb. To create a greenhouse effect that enhances the effect of the oil, you need to wrap your head with a film, and cover it with a terry towel on top. After about 1.5 hours, the oil can be washed off.
To enhance the positive effect, subsequent rinsing with warm water with the addition of herbal decoction or lemon juice is recommended. It is better to dry your hair naturally, without using a hair dryer. Or use a gentle drying mode - cold air.
Castor oil for hair: recipes
When diluting castor oil with various vegetable oils(burdock, camphor, grape, jojoba) reduces its viscosity, which facilitates the distribution of the product along the length of the curls and facilitates its rinsing.
No less effective is castor oil for hair in combination with essential oils. So, rosemary ether affects growth activity, and lavender gives curls silkiness and shine (3 drops of ether per 1 tbsp castor oil).
To give shine to curls, it is recommended to make a spray: 30 grams of castor oil and 2-3 drops of rosemary oil, combine with a glass of mineral water. Pour the liquid into a spray bottle. Spray your hair every day.
A mixture of almond, peach and castor oils, taken in equal amounts, will help get rid of split ends and breakage. Apply a quarter of an hour before shampooing on dry strands.
Castor oil with vodka for hair is used to strengthen curls and accelerate their growth. Combine the ingredients in equal parts, rub gently into the head, leave for 2-2.5 hours. Recommended twice a week.
Get rid of dandruff
Tincture of calendula mixed with castor oil in equal proportions is guaranteed to get rid of dandruff. The solution is rubbed into the scalp and kept for half an hour. Wash off with shampoo. To obtain the desired result, the treatment course is recommended for 1-2 months twice a week.
You can solve problems with dandruff by applying a mask based on olive oil, a teaspoon of whichyou need to combine with the same amount of castor oil and the juice of half a lemon.
For hair growth
You can effectively activate hair growth with the following mask: take 1 tbsp. a spoonful of ordinary onion juice, 1 teaspoon of castor oil and burdock root oil, 2 tbsp. spoons of yeast dissolved in water. Combine the ingredients, apply on curls. Then the head should be wrapped with a film, and on top with a towel. Leave for 1.5-2 hours.
Castor oil for hair loss
With rapid hair loss, a mask of castor oil for hair and tincture of hot pepper is effective. The tincture can be purchased ready-made or prepared at home. In half a glass of vodka during the day, you need to insist a pod of bitter pepper. Then mix the liquids in equal proportions, heat. Distribute the finished composition with a comb through the hair, leave overnight, then rinse in the morning. It is advisable to do a healing mask twice a week for 2-2.5 months. If you feel discomfort (burning or itching), the composition should be washed off immediately and in the future use a smaller dose of pepper tincture.
For damaged hair, a mask made from a decoction of medicinal herbs (chamomile, sage, linden) is useful, in 200 ml of which a slice of black bread (without a crust) should be soaked. Add 2 teaspoons of castor oil and 1 egg yolk here. Rub the resulting mass into the roots of the ear with light massaging and leave for 1 hour.
Burdock-castor mask
Masks for hair with castor oil from falling out are effective with the use of oil from the root of burdock (otherwise burdock). Required to takea tablespoon of each, to enhance the effect, the healing mixture can be enriched with liquid vitamins "Aevit" (4-5 capsules), which is a multivitamin preparation that improves skin elasticity, restores damaged cells and strengthens hair roots.
Rub the finished mask into the scalp with light massaging, distribute evenly through the hair and leave under the film for 2-3 hours. Wash off with any shampoo.
Winter hair protection
In winter, it is effective to use a mask of 4 oils: coconut and castor - 1 tbsp. spoon, sweet almonds and grape seeds - 1 teaspoon each. The components should be combined, slightly warmed up, gently rubbed into the roots with a further transition to the hair. Leave for 1.5-2 hours. Wash your hair with shampoo.
Castor oil for hair, the method of application of which is not particularly difficult, is effective in combination with aloe, especially in winter. It is required to mix well 2 tbsp. spoons of gruel from the leaves of the plant with 1 tbsp. a spoonful of oil. Leave on hair for 1 hour, rinse.
Masks for oily hair
For oily hair, an oil mask with kefir and egg yolk is useful. Half a glass of low-fat kefir is recommended to be heated, then add 1 yolk and 4 tbsp. spoons of castor oil, mix. Leave on hair for 1 hour.
The consistency of the mask is liquid and can drain from the hair, which creates some discomfort. That's whyhair is recommended to be collected in a bun, and during the mask you can take a relaxing bath.
A mask of 1 tbsp effectively acts against oily hair. spoons of alcohol or vodka, 3 tbsp. tablespoons parsley (chopped) and 1 tbsp. spoons of castor oil. Leave on hair for 30 minutes.
The recipe for a mask with cognac in the composition will appeal to more than one dreamer of luxurious thick curls. It is required to combine 2 teaspoons of castor oil with 2 teaspoons of cognac and chicken yolk. Lubricate the roots of the hair with the composition. Wash off with shampoo after 20-30 minutes.
You can reduce the fat content of curls by applying a mask of the following components: 150 ml of vodka, 15 g of tar and 2 tbsp. tablespoons of castor bean seed oil. Mixture holding time - 1 hour.
Honey Egg Mask
To give a well-groomed look to owners of greasy hair, a honey-egg mask will help. It is required to combine the egg yolk with castor oil and honey, taken in a tablespoon. Distribute the resulting composition through the hair, paying special attention to their root part. Wrap your head with a film, wrap a towel over it, hold for 2-3 hours, then rinse. Castor oil for oily hair with the regularity of the useful procedure (twice a week for 2-3 months) will provide the hair with density, give grooming, and give it a natural shine.
For dry hair
The mask for dry hair contains glycerin, characterized by moisturizing properties.
Recipe:
- castor oil - 4 teaspoons (warm);
- glycerin - 1 tsp;
- yolkchicken - 1 pc.,
- table vinegar - 1 tsp.
Combine the components, apply to the hair. Wash off with shampoo after 40-50 minutes. Dry naturally, do not use a hair dryer.
Revitalize the ends of the hair
For the treatment and revitalization of split ends, castor oil for hair at night is excellent. Healing liquid is required to lubricate the ends, collect the hair in a bun and wrap it with a film so as not to stain the pillow. Wash off in the morning. As a rule, the effect becomes noticeable literally after 2-3 applications.
Olive oil is great for damaged hair. In combination with castor oil, with regular use, it will give curls a natural shine and elasticity.
Avocado mask
Castor oil for hair is a unique remedy that, in combination with fruits and honey, has a positive effect on hair: it strengthens, nourishes, and accelerates growth.
To prepare a he althy mask, you need to stir avocado pulp, a teaspoon of honey and 2 teaspoons of castor oil until smooth. Apply to hair, wash off after half an hour.
Mask with seaweed
Speeds up hair growth, gives them shine and silkiness castor oil in combination with seaweed, which is sold in dry form in pharmacies.
50 grams of the product should be ground in a coffee grinder to a powder, mixed with warm water into a thick slurry. In the prepared mixture, add 1-2 tbsp. spoons of castor bean seed oil. Withstand onhair for 30-40 minutes.
How to wash off castor oil
Castor oil due to its high viscosity and fat content is very difficult to wash off, especially when used in its pure form. A few little secrets will help you deal with this problem easily:
- the yolk present in the mask will reduce the fat content of castor oil, which will greatly facilitate the rinsing process;
- castor oil is recommended to be diluted with other oils to reduce fat content.
Castor oil for home use
Hair castor oil is a relatively inexpensive product, so women who control the condition of their hair are advised to always have 5-6 bottles of this universal remedy in stock.
Negative reviews about the use of castor oil are almost non-existent. Unless it is difficult to wash the castor oil from the hair. But with that amount of beneficial effects on the skin and curls, this problem should not spoil the impression of castor oil. With the right shampoo, the issue is resolved quickly and easily.
To achieve a beneficial effect, the use of castor oil should be carried out in courses, from 1 month to six months.
Thick eyelashes thanks to castor oil
Castor oil is one of the first remedies to help make eyelashes and eyebrows thick. To do this, cilia should be lubricated with a natural product every day. To help, it is advisable to use a special brush (for example, the usual one left after the old carcass). An hour after application, it is recommended to remove the remnants of the product with a cotton swab. Application should be made on the middle of the eyelashes and their tips.
It is recommended to lubricate the eyebrows with castor oil daily. A positive result will appear 2-3 weeks after application.
