We are constantly looking for ways to give our hair some extra love and R&R. Between heat styling, products, and colouring our hair is often left dry, dull and in need of care.
So could Hair oil be the answer to all your hair care needs?
Hair oil has been used in the ancient Indian practice of Ayurveda for centuries as a way of treating and conditioning hair, and to prevent common hair problems. There is an age old belief that the technique of hair oiling helps provide essential proteins and nutrients to the hair, and help maintain scalp health.
But is hair oil indeed the one thing your hair needs?
The benefits of hair oil
Stimulate hair growth
The technique of scalp massage using hair oil helps to stimulate hair growth by increasing blood circulation to the hair follicles. By massaging the scalp you also deliver the nutrients from the hair oil, directly to the follicles which results in healthier hair growth.
An added benefit of hair massage is a reduction in stress, which has been proven to reduce hair fall!
Strengthens hair
Overtime, the use of hair oil on your scalp and hair has been shown to strengthen the entire hair shaft. This results in less hair breakage.
Protect from and Prevent damage
Hair oil, when applied to the hair shaft, creates a protective coating over the hair which prevents it from further damage. This is especially important for people who use a lot of heat styling, dyes, bleach, and/or are exposed to the sun for extended periods.
Hydrate hair and prevents Frizz
Hair frizz is caused by moisture getting into the porous grooves of the hair shaft. By creating a protective coating over the hair, moisture in the air is not able to penetrate and reach the porous structures. The oils in turn add plenty of hydration and shine to your hair.
SO should we all be using hair oil?
If you suffer from scalp conditions, with overly dry or overly oily scalp or hair, it is best to seek guidance from your healthcare provider, or a dermatologist before starting any new treatments or hair care regimes.
Whilst hair oil has so many nourishing benefits, you definitely should not be using hair oil prior to any heat styling. As with food, oil is used to assist in the cooking process. By using oil before heat you can end up damaging your hair far more than without hair oil.
The key Takeaway
It’s important to chose the right hair oil.
That is where we come in! At House of NAYU we have developed a Luxury Hair Oil using only the best ingredients.
The House of NAYU Hair oils are designed to be used on ALL hair types, lengths and colors.
The gentle NAYU formulation is perfect for daily use to keep your locks hydrated and to use as a scalp treatment for more heavy duty nourishment. We use ingredients like almond oil and apricot kernel oil which are natural emollients, providing proteins and deep conditioning, along with frangipani oil to protect hair from harmful UV rays. Our hair oils contain rosemary oil and pomegranate oil to promote hair growth and prevent hair fall too.