Almond oil for hair. Properties, uses and unique recipes for masks

Today we will talk about the most beloved oil of Queen Cleopatra, she also called it "skin oil" - this is of course almond oil. Asia Minor and China are considered the birthplace of the almond tree, although today Spain is considered the main oil producer.

Almond oil is very valuable, it has been used for massage and skin care of babies for more than a thousand years, it does not cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Almond oil contains a high concentration of vitamin E, and, accordingly, has an antioxidant effect, activates the skin regeneration process, normalizes the alkaline-acid balance of the skin, stimulates hair growth, gives it shine and elasticity.

There is sweet almond oil and bitter almond oil. Sweet almond - gives a base oil that is used in cosmetology, medicine and as a food additive. And the bitter nut is poisonous and very toxic, but after special processing, essential oils with a characteristic nut smell are obtained from it. Therefore, bitter almonds and products based on them are mainly used for medical purposes.

Almond oil is cold pressed from nut kernels. It is best to store the oil in a cool, dark place to prevent it from going rancid.

The beneficial properties of almond oil

Active substances of the oil: palmetinic, stearic, oleic, arachinic, linoleic, heptadecanoic acids, vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E, F, D; minerals: iron, zinc, sodium.

Almond oil works well with essential oils and other base oils.

If we talk about the effects of almond oil on hair, then:

• oil prevents hair loss;
• stimulates hair growth;
• promotes scalp renewal;
• normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands;
• prevents hair breakage;
• makes hair soft, smooth, elastic and resilient;
• protects hair from harmful environmental influences;
• nourishes hair and scalp with nutrients, vitamins and minerals.

Almond oil is suitable for oily hair, dry, brittle, colored and damaged hair.

Ways to use almond oil for hair

Buying almond oil for all manipulations with hair needs good quality, then it will be useful, it must be unrefined and cold pressed.

Almond oil for hair can be used:

1. in its pure form;
2. as part of mixtures with other base or essential oils;
3. mixed with cosmetics for the preparation of masks, creams, shampoos and balms.

Almond oil can be used neat by applying to hair before washing. Can also be added to balms and hair masks to enhance their effect. To do this, you only need a few drops of oil per serving and, most importantly, then rinse your hair well. It is not advisable to add oil to the shampoo, so the hair will grow greasy faster, unless you have a very dry scalp.

Hot wrap with almond oil

For this procedure, the oil must be heated in a water bath. Then apply warm oil to the scalp and make a light massage, distribute the remains along the length of the hair, warm it well (wrap it up with a warm towel that can be heated on a radiator or an iron, or you can put on a warm woolen hat and warm it up with a hairdryer). We walk with a warmed cap for 1-2 hours and wash our head (2-3 times with shampoo).

Hair masks with almond oil

Such masks are best done in a course of 10 procedures, with a frequency of 1-2 times a week. Almond is not very suitable for all hair types, so everyone can choose a suitable mask for themselves by choosing the right additional ingredients.

Hair growth mask

• 1 tablespoon almond oil
• 1 tablespoon castor oil
• 5-8 drops of rosemary essential oil.

Heat almond and castor oil in a water bath, add essential oil at the end. Apply the mixture in a warm form to the scalp before washing the head for 1-2 hours, be sure to insulate. Then wash your hair as usual (2-3 times with shampoo).

Mask for shine and smooth hair

• 1 tablespoon almond oil
• 5 drops of vitamin A in oil;
• 5 drops of vitamin E in oil;
• 5-8 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil.

We mix oils with vitamins and apply to the length of the hair, lubricating the ends well, insulate the mask and hold for 1-2 hours, then wash your head as usual.

Hair loss mask

• 1 tablespoon almond oil
• 1 tablespoon of capsicum tincture;
• 5-8 drops of bay or peppermint essential oil, patchouli, orange.

The mask is applied only to the scalp before washing. We mix all the ingredients, apply on the scalp along the partings, insulate and hold for 40-60 minutes, then wash your head.

Vitamin hair mask

• 1 spoon of almond oil;
• 1 spoon of olive oil;
• 2 ampoules of vitamin C.

The mask is applied to the length of the hair before washing, if the scalp is not oily, it can also be applied to the scalp. Vitamin C should be added to the mask just before application, as it quickly loses its properties. Keep the mask for 1-2 hours, and then wash your hair with shampoo (2-3 times).