Many centuries ago, black cumin oil was almost a panacea in matters of he alth and beauty. It was obtained from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant. The oil was used internally and externally, they were saved from ailments and ailments, they maintained beauty with its help and prolonged youth. But in this article, we want to take a closer look at its benefits for hair.
Oil for luxurious hair
Research by scientists has shown that black cumin hair oil, due to the content of mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids, has a literally healing effect on damaged strands, gluing scales and restoring their structure.
In addition, this oil neutralizes harmful substances from the scalp and hair that interfere with their he althy state (antioxidant action).
Due to its nutritional properties, you can get rid of dryness, brittle curls, give them shine and silkiness. Those who use it constantly note that caraway oilliterally transforms hair: makes it stronger, more manageable, reduces static and enhances growth.
Black seed oil for hair loss is very effective, it eliminates bald patches and even prevents early gray hair.
The first property is explained by the mass of useful components in the oil that heal "everything they touch", the second is more likely due to its protective properties, because often the hair becomes gray due to the loss of pigment, which, in turn, dries up due to stress, diseases, impaired immunity.
Black seed oil: be careful
But as wonderful as black seed hair oil is, it is quite concentrated and should not be used undiluted. A little later, we will talk about what means you can mix this oil with to improve your hair.
Warning! Since black seed oil for hair has a rich golden brown hue, there is a chance that it will stain light curls, so blondes are advised to first try it on an inconspicuous strand in a small amount. True, most practitioners claim that this tool does not stain the hair in any way.
Mask that accelerates hair growth
Effectively use black seed oil for hair growth. For the mask, you need to take in equal proportions of burdock oil and black cumin. The amount will depend on the area to which the mixture will be applied:on the entire length of the hair or only on the roots.
If the scalp is not clean enough, then it is better to make a mask after washing, because sebum and pollution will prevent the healing action.
Slightly warmed to a comfortable body temperature, a mixture of oils should be applied to the hair roots and rubbed with massaging movements. Then you need to distribute the oil along the entire length of the strands, rubbing it lightly.
Next, cover your head with cellophane and a towel. Leave the mask on for 1 hour. Some recommend warming up the wrapped head with a hair dryer at this time - hot air will make the hair more receptive to absorbing oil. However, do not overdo it with heating, as it negatively affects the condition of the curls.
The mask should be washed off with warm water and shampoo. Sometimes the shampoo needs to be reapplied if you feel your hair hasn't been rinsed enough.
Split End Mask
If the ends are very split, it is better to cut them, but you can first try to “solder” them with a mask.
Take 1 tsp. the following components: black cumin oil, olive oil and heavy cream. Mix thoroughly. Apply this mass to the ends of the hair, lightly rubbing it into them. Leave the mask on for an hour, then rinse off.
Those who used black cumin oil for hair for this purpose leave very encouraging reviews: it takes only a few procedures to apply such a mask so that the strands stop splitting at the ends.
Hair Shine Mask
It is necessary to mix black cumin oil with olive oil in equal proportions and add 1 tbsp. l. apple cider vinegar. You should not add more vinegar, as it dries out the skin and hair.
Rinsing with vinegar in any case gives the hair shine. This is because the acid eats away fats and their associated impurities. But still, you should not use vinegar all the time (many reviews say this), because it will dry out the hair and damage its structure.
Black cumin hair oil in this mask serves as an emollient and protective factor, and vinegar cleanses. Apple cider vinegar for hair is considered more beneficial than any other.
Olive oil nourishes, restores, rejuvenates and strengthens curls. However, the more active pigments of black cumin oil seem to “share” their colors with the hair and can give them a slight shade, which is more like a reflection.
Dandruff mask
This black seed oil hair mask is effective for oily scalp.
Half a glass of kefir (about 150 ml) will take 1 tsp. cumin oil and 10 drops of rosemary oil. Mix everything and rub the scalp thoroughly with the composition. Hold the mask for 30-40 minutes and then rinse. Shampoo if needed.
The mask relieves oily scalp, dandruff and even relieves annoying itching.
Cumin oil is recommended for various skin diseases,therefore, if the cause of dandruff is some superficial problem, this mask will surely help. But fat and dandruff can be caused by a metabolic disorder in the body, and then external treatments may be ineffective. In any case, such a mask will not bring harm to the hair.
Why is black seed oil for hair good for oily scalp? It would seem a paradox: one oil (fat) expels another oil (sebum). However, in essence, these are completely different fat contents. If cumin oil has a structure that penetrates the hair, saturates and strengthens it, then sebum acts destructively, as it retains impurities, which contributes to the development of various bacteria and other parasites on the scalp and curls that adversely affect the condition of the hair. Therefore, it is advisable to use black cumin hair oil to eliminate oiliness. This is confirmed by reviews.
What ingredients can be added to cumin oil?
As you already understood, black cumin oil for hair has a fairly wide application. There are a lot of recipes for masks with it. Everyone will be able to individually select their own components. You can just add a little oil to the shampoo when washing your hair. You can mix the oil with balms, essential oils, egg yolk, cream, onion juice. The reviews say that combing the hair also helps: a couple of drops of caraway oil are dripped onto a comb (preferably wooden) with rare teeth and comb the hair from root to tip with it.
Contraindications
The only rule when using caraway oil externally is to make sure that you do not have an individual intolerance to this product.
Don't use black seed hair oil a lot at once and try to experiment on small areas of skin to make sure you don't get allergic.
Many people, having heard a lot of stories about a miracle cure, begin to use it recklessly, without hesitation. Some of them develop allergies from such zeal: acne, itching, swelling, which may not go away for a long time. Therefore, be careful and try not to use a concentrated product, it is better to dilute it with other useful components.
Allergies and other negative consequences can also be caused by fakes of the famous product, as some unscrupulous traders in pursuit of profits can sell diluted oil or a completely different oil made from similar products, and among the plant species with cumin seeds there are also poisonous representatives. Be vigilant and, if possible, purchase goods in pharmacies or trusted outlets that have a certificate of quality for manufactured products.
