Published 13:48 IST, November 11th 2019
Hair oiling: Five things to keep in mind while oiling your hair
Oiling your hair regularly can boost your hair health and how! It nourishes and strengthens like no other treatment. Here are a few tips you can while oiling.
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Environmental factors such as heat and pollution to lifestyle habits like brushing vigorously and over-washing, our hair goes through a lot on a daily basis. Oiling your hair regularly can boost your hair health and how! It nourishes and strengthens like no other treatment. However, if you’ve been a regular at treating your hair to essential oils, then here’s everything you need to know so as to avoid hair damage of any sort.
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Avoid combing your hair right after applying oil
Combing immediately after oiling may lead to breakage of the hair and hair loss. So if you want to get rid of the knot, then you can start from the end tip and slowly goes upwards till the scalp. This method will help you detangle your hair and spread the oil evenly on your hair.
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With oiling, less is more!
Take oil in your palm and should spread it evenly to cover every strand. Make sure the roots of the hair are well-oiled. Applying More oil and more shampoo may lead to lose the natural moisture from your hair leaving them dull, damaged and dry.
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Don’t tie your hair up in a tight bun or ponytail
Tight hairstyles are a strict no-no especially after you’ve oiled your hair. Tying it up in a tight bun or ponytail can add pressure and lead to breakage, and at times, also cause split ends. So, to avoid damage, tie your hair in a loose braid or bun, but nothing too constricting.
Don’t let the oil sit for hours at end
When you keep the oil in your hair for more than six to eight hours, it tends to collect dirt and mixes with your scalp’s natural oil. After the hair is soaked in the oil for an hour, try patting it with a hot towel. If you are applying oil on the scalp overnight, wash it the next morning. Don't keep the oil on head for more than six to eight hours.
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Keep other hair products at bay
If you’re using hair oil, then stick to it and avoid layering it with any other hair product, until you wash your hair. Most other chemical-infused hair products tend to ruin the texture and quality of your strands, thereby making it rough, dry and lacklustre.
11:28 IST, November 11th 2019