Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Hot Oil Treatments !!!!!!

My hair is in the healthiest condition it has been in a long time....When my hair was overly dry, and damaged this is one of the things that helped save my hair ...

Hot Oil Treatments.......
Everyday issues........ temperature changes, pollution and humidity, brushing, and the use of hair products such as curlers, steamers, straighteners and dryers, can result in damaged hair. Hot oil treatments can temporary repair the damage. Must be repeated on a regular basis to maintain their effectiveness. (Once a month or twice a month for severe damage hair)

How to choose the right oils for your hair???
Don't waste your money on store bought hot oil treatments....The oils that are found in your kitchen are best for your hair....Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil.... Almond Oil, Castor Oil, Seasame Oil, Peanut Oil...You get the idea....Or play scientist and mix some oils together.......

Some hair types like coarse or thick hair will usually respond very well to the heavier oils like olive and coconut. Other hair types like fine or thin hair will generally do better with lighter oils like sesame and almond oil.

Warning Hot Oil Treatments are messy !!!!
Heat just enough oil to cover your hair (approximately 1/4 to 1/2 cup of oil depending on the length of your hair) in the microwave until warm (but not hot). All oil treatments need to be used with caution as any hot mixture can result in surface or first degree burns. It is always a good idea to test the temperature of the oil on the inside of your wrist before applying to your scalp. Too hot for your wrist? Let it cool.
-Carefully apply the olive oil, with your fingertips, to the ends and dry parts of your hair. If your hair is naturally oily, avoid applying the olive oil to the hair closest to your scalp or your bangs. My hair and scalp is dry so I apply massage in scalp also.....
-Then cover with plastic cap and wrap a hot towel from the clothes drier around the shower cap and leave on your hair for at least one hour or sit under heating cap for 30mins
Shampoo oil out....One lather should be enough...Maybe two....But do not over shampoo hair ...Condition and -Let your hair air dry to maximize the benefit of the oil treatment.

4 comments:

Virtuous Blue said...

Considering that i've been maintaining and styling my own hair for years, it's a shame that I have yet to perform a hot oil treatment on my hair (ESPECIALLY since my hair is colored). I've been experiencing a little breakage as of lately, so it's definately something that I will be doing in the VERY near future. Thanks for the post! OH...and your hair is just GORGEOUS. I luvs it :-)

Kenya
VB

Sunshyne said...

Thanks for the info on the Hot Oil Treatments. I just may have to do this since I naturally have dry coarse hair. By the way your hair is sooo beautiful! Your definitely my hair inspiration. Whats your hair type?

P.S Love your signature bun too...

debtfreeme said...

That's really pretty I have to try it.

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