3 Amazing Benefits of Castor Oil

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Castor Oil is a vegetable oil from the castor plant known as Ricinus communis, and it is pretty popular thanks to its excellent benefits. I have been using Castor Oil for a few years now, and I am still discovering the never-ending benefits of this rich oil. However, like with most things, I have discovered a little goes a long way when using Castor Oil as it is pretty rich and thick, you would only require a small amount each time you use it.

3 Amazing Benefits of Castor Oil

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Clears Pigmentation Blemishes

A little layer of Castor Oil can help in clearing pigmentation blemishes. For easier application, you may find it easier to mix a drop or 2 of Castor Oil with your regular serum or moisturiser, and then apply it to the required areas. Like I said, a little goes a long way with this oil so start with a little amount and see how you get on.

Deeply Moisturises the Skin and Hair

Castor Oil contains Ricinoleic Acid and Omega-6 fatty acids which make it a great moisturising product. If you have very dry skin and hair, you may want to give this oil a chance, it may work great for you. Castor Oil is widely known to moisturise, hydrate and soothe the scalp and skin. I recommend mixing Castor Oil with other carrier oils like Coconut Oil and Jojoba Oil, in equal parts when using on hair or skin.

Promotes Hair Growth

Apart from moisturising dry and damaged hair, Castor Oil also promotes hair growth by improving blood circulation to the scalp, thanks to its Ricinoleic Acid. Regular use of Castor Oil can prevent hair breakage and premature graying, promote hair growth, and improve hair texture.

I always have a bottle of Castor Oil in my bathroom cabinet. It is one of my favourite recent skincare discoveries, but I handle it with caution as it can have negative effects if used excessively or incorrectly. Some of these are sunken or hollow cheeks, sagging skin, and facial hair growth.

Always start with a patch test to ensure it is safe for you to apply on the required skin and hair areas and handle it with caution. Discontinue if you notice any negative side effects, and always go for cold-pressed organic Castor Oil, and start with a small amount.

What are your experiences with Castor Oil? Are you a fan?

 

 

5 Top Tips for Dry Hair

Caring for your dry hair can be tricky and painful to style, but luckily, there are many top tips for dry hair care. If you are like me and have dry hair, you may find these 5 tips for dry hair post handy.

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Less washing, more mositurising

Depending on your hair type, you may get away with washing your hair less often. I wash every couple of days and it works amazingly well for my hair type. I focus on moisturising to keep my scalp healthy and shiny. If you are battling with dry hair, try washing your hair less, maybe try going for a few more extra days without washing, and see how your hair feels. Also, increasing your moisturising does help massively. I moisturise my hair every day, sometimes twice a day and it is so beneficial.

Use Essential Oils

Many of you would know I am a huge fan of essential oils. I find them so useful to have and I use the oils in many different ways. My favourite essential oils for hair care are Rosemary, Tea Tree, and Peppermint. I add a few drops to a carrier oil, usually Coconut Oil or Black Seed Oil, and I massage it into my hair and scalp, and it makes a massive difference in how my hair feels and looks. If you are looking for new products to add to your hair care routine, do consider adding some Essential Oils.

Take Supplements

Taking good supplements daily is another way of improving your hair and scalp. There are so many options to choose from, depending on your age and requirements, so do have a look and go for one that would also help your hair. If you are taking good vitamins that would benefit your hair and scalp, you should start to notice some improvements within a few weeks.

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Opt for Great Hair Products

When it comes to hair products, like with most things, always go for quality over quantity. There’s no need to use a bunch of cheap hair products that do not improve your hair or scalp. It is a letter better to use fewer, high-end, quality hair products that would do the work.  I always read reviews and product descriptions to get an idea of what the product is like before committing to a purchase, and I usually opt for the smallest-sized bottle available just to be on the safe side.

Avoid Heat Styling and Air Drying

Now this tip is so important. If you have dry hair, you would want to avoid heat styling and air drying. Wrapping your hair after a wash is more beneficial for the health of your hair, than air drying. Heat styling can do more damage than good in the long run, so it is best avoided if your hair is really dry.

Dry hair can be a pain to care for but it is possible to give your hair proper TLC and leave it looking fab regardless of how dry it may be.

 

 

 

The benefits of protective hairstyles

With summer on its way, I am looking forward to wearing more of my natural hair. My hair is usually in a protective style (plaits/twists) and then I wear my wigs, but with the warmer weather coming through, I am excited to style my hair the way Mother Nature intended. I am also looking forward to some good old retail therapy and looking out for some cool deals on hair accessories and hair products.

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Having my natural hair mainly in protective styles has some amazing benefits. Here are a few of them –

Retains hair length

One of the most amazing benefits of protective hairstyles is that they help retain hair length. Protective hair styles as the name implies protect hair roots and tips, which leads to retaining hair length, which is a big deal for us coily hair girls.

Easy to maintain

Protective hairstyles are naturally very easy to maintain daily. Once done, all it needs is daily moisturising and you are good to go! I usually moisturise with water from a spray bottle and hair oils – coconut oil and black seed oil, and since it is so easy to maintain, the hair does not need to be manipulated or bothered as much.

Aids hydration

If you are struggling to retain hair moisture, protective hairstyles are what you need because it aids hydration. The issue of moisture escaping would be a thing of the past with protective hairstyles as the hair would retain moisture and stay healthy.

Helps with hair growth

Another great benefit is that protective hairstyles encourage hair growth as a result of all the amazing benefits already listed. Also, it helps with hair growth by reducing hair breakage. So if you are looking at growing your hair, do incorporate protective hairstyles into your haircare routine.

Allows you to wear stylish wigs

Protective hairstyles keep your hair safely and nicely tucked away and allow you to wear stylish wigs, which is nice. I like being able to switch up my looks as often as I like, and wigs allow me to do this easily and quickly.

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Do you wear wigs regularly? How do you protect your natural hair? Please share your tried and tested tips in the comments below.

 

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