It is that time of the year when the sweltering heat and multiple showers a day (it is scorching really) leave your hair limp and lifeless. And then you scramble to get your beautiful, thick, and long hair back. Because the truth is, with all the exposure to smoke, solar radiation, and pollution, heat, and additional sebum only make matters worse. Everybody starts with a haircut, tries different hairstyles, and ends up freaking out because of their dull hair.
What if we tell you all hope is not lost after all? It would be good idea if you give extra care to your currently not-so-beautiful hair. Here we share a super simple, yet effective hair serum with you. Using it weekly or biweekly, depending on your need, can make all the difference you want.
Grapeseed Oil
It is a very light oil with deep conditioning capabilities. If you suffer from dandruff due to dry scalp, grapeseed oil can restore moisture to your scalp and loosen dead skin.
Further, it helps to moisturize, strengthen, and bring shine to your hair. It helps control frizz and split ends and is a source of linolenic acid, considered to stimulate hair growth. Grapeseed oil also contains potent antioxidants, which may help induce hair growth. It is a natural remedy to treat baldness.
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is an excellent moisturizer; you may add a few drops to your conditioner for protection against split ends, dryness and hair breakage. It mimics our natural sebum and thus can fight odd dandruff by profoundly moisturizing the scalp. A rich source of vitamins and minerals, jojoba oil, strengthens your hair, and prevents hair loss.
Lavender Oil
Best known for its relaxing aroma and soothing properties, lavender oil is excellent for your hair too. The ability to fight off bacteria and fungi help keep the roots and hair shaft clean. It helps reduce dandruff, promote cell growth (conversely hair growth), and relieve stress. There is some evidence it could also treat pattern baldness.
Thyme Oil
You must be familiar with the use of thyme as a food seasoning, but did you know it could help your hair flourish. Thyme oil has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and antibacterial properties. It promotes hair growth by preventing hair fall and stimulating the scalp. Besides, it has helped hair growth when combined with other essential and carrier oils.
Rosemary Oil
If you are looking to get thick and dense hair growth, you should look for rosemary oil. Together its nerve growth stimuli and increase in blood flow towards your hair follicle help promote hair growth. Whereas, the anti-inflammatory capability of rosemary oil protects against fungal/bacterial infections, and relieve stress from the scalp.
Cedarwood Oil
Cedarwood oil helps soothe an itchy, flaky scalp, making it beneficial for treating eczema and dandruff. It is a great stress reliever. It is one of several other essential oils known for their use in the treatment of baldness. Massaging cedarwood oil combined with a carrier oil can help control baldness and promote hair growth.
Castor Oil
Castor oil has had medicinal applications for a thousand or so years. It heals wounds, attracts moisture, and lends a smooth texture to the scalp. It keeps the hair shaft moisturized and flexible, reducing the chances of hair breakage.
Castor oil is an effective treatment against dandruff caused by seborrhoeic dermatitis, which causes scaly red patches on the scalp. It is also known as hair growth oil. Suggested to be used in combination with another oil to get luscious long locks.