Almond oil contains all the ingredients your hair needs to grow strong and healthy, including omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids, vitamin E and magnesium. Almond oil nourishes and strengthens hair and is great for preventing hair loss and repairing damaged hair. A few drops are enough to nourish the scalp and make the hair more shiny and silky. The important thing is that almond oil is pure, so be careful because many cosmetic products contain only a minimal percentage and are mostly made up of paraffin, which is a derivative of petroleum.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Intensive Treatment
Step 1. Wet and comb your hair
When they are wet they absorb oil more easily so wet them with hot water to soften them and make them more receptive. Comb them with a wide-toothed comb to remove knots before applying almond oil.
Step 2. Heat the almond oil
Pour it into a ceramic bowl and heat it in the microwave at 10-second intervals. It must be hot, but not hot; you must be able to touch it without burning yourself. The heat will open the cuticles that line the hair, so the oil will be able to penetrate deeply.
Check that the oil is not too hot by placing the back of your hand a couple of inches away from its surface, so you don't risk getting burned
Step 3. Massage almond oil into your scalp
Pour a small amount into the hollow of the palm and apply it to the scalp to improve the health of the hair roots. Start by gently massaging the front of the head, then gradually move towards the center and then down to reach the nape of the neck, then repeat the massage in the opposite direction. The purpose of this gentle clutch is to stimulate the growth of new hair, nourish and protect the roots and moisturize the skin.
Massaging the oil on the scalp is also an effective way to prevent dandruff
Step 4. Distribute the oil on the hair with the comb
Take back the wide-toothed comb and use it to spread the almond oil on the lengths and ends as well. You need to make sure that all hair is coated with a thin layer of oil. If necessary, add a few more drops directly to the tips.
Step 5. Put on the shower cap
The scalp and hair must have time to absorb the almond oil, so leave it on for about an hour. If your hair is very dry, consider letting it sit overnight.
Step 6. Wash your hair with shampoo
After the oil has done its job, wash it off with shampoo. Water alone is not enough, you need to use shampoo to prevent your hair from looking greasy and heavy. Apply it to the scalp exactly as you did before with almond oil: start from behind the forehead, work towards the center of the head and gradually move towards the nape of the neck, then repeat the massage in the opposite direction. Apply the shampoo only once so as not to wash off even the natural oils of the hair.
Step 7. Rinse and dry your hair
Remove the shampoo and then pat them gently with the towel to absorb excess water. Once dry they will be silky and shiny.
Step 8. Repeat the treatment once a week for the best possible result
By applying almond oil regularly you can promote new hair growth. At the same time, the existing ones will become stronger, softer and more disciplined thanks to the introduction of nourishing and moisturizing substances.
Method 2 of 2: Quick Treatment
Step 1. Comb your hair
Remove all knots while they are dry. Start at the tips and gradually work your way up to the roots to avoid breaking them and feeling pain.
Step 2. Rub a few drops of almond oil between your palms
Very little is needed, less than half a teaspoon should be enough to coat all the hair. Be careful not to use too much or they will look greasy.
Step 3. Run your fingers through your hair
Start at the tips and gradually work your way up to the roots, stopping at least 10cm from the scalp. Almond oil will help keep fluttering hair at bay and reduce frizz to make it more disciplined.
Don't get too close to the roots to avoid weighing them down
Step 4. Apply the oil to the tips when they need hydration
Almond oil helps you prevent them from drying out and forming split ends. Pour a few drops on your fingers and apply it only on the tips when you feel the need. You can also use it more than once a day to keep your hair beautiful and strong.
Advice
- Use almond oil regularly to heal your hair naturally.
- Eat a few almonds every day, on their own when you feel like a snack or as an addition to breakfast cereals or a salad.
- Create a moisturizing mask using 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of organic almond oil, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of raw honey to deeply hydrate hair and prevent split ends. Also add two drops of tea tree oil (pure) to stimulate new hair growth and soothe the scalp. Leave the mask on for 30 minutes with a shower cap on or wrap your hair in a towel to avoid getting your clothes dirty. Dry your hair with a towel before applying the mask and double the doses if they are very long.
- Use only very little oil, if you overdo it you will have to abound even with the shampoo and the hair will dry out again.
