The benefits of coconut oil for your hair

Coconut oil has been a health and beauty saviour for thousands of years and should be a part of every beauty lovers’ kit.  If you’ve found yourself asking ‘what is coconut oil’, then ponder no longer! Coconut oil is one of the most sought-after oils in the beauty biz! Used for centuries, it’s a strengthening, softening and moisturising must-have in anyone’s beauty cupboard. As well as being great at removing makeup, hydrating the skin, and even whitening your teeth, it’s a miracle worker on your tresses too! Find out exactly how to use coconut oil for hair, for your best hair day yet!

What is coconut oil? 

Melt some coconut oil, cover every strand of hair with the warm oil and leave for 30 minutes. Wash the coconut oil out It’s a natural oil derived from the mature fruit on coconut trees. It’s jam-packed with fatty acids and vitamin E, so it’s really no wonder why it’s such a crowd-pleasing ingredient in the beauty industry.

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Benefits of coconut oil for hair 

Well, where do we begin? From hair masks to shampoos, you’ll find coconut oil for hair in every type of hair product. Let’s find out why… 

Improves condition

Thanks to the low molecular weight of its lauric acid content, coconut oil is able to penetrate the hair shaft and nourish it from the inside out. The result? Dry and lacklustre locks will be transformed into smooth and shiny strands.

Tames frizz and flyaways 

Fed up feeling the full force of frizz once the humid weather starts to kick in? You’re certainly not alone! With the help of coconut oil, you can get smoother hair in no time. When applied to the hair, coconut oil acts as a moisture barrier, preventing the hair from absorbing moisture from the air (which causes frizz!).

Protect the hair from sun and water

Spending time dipping into the pool or sea when the sun is shining is nothing short of blissful, but the same can’t be said for your locks. When exposed to these elements, your hair can become dry and brittle. However, coating your hair in coconut oil will create a natural shield between your hair and the elements.

How to use coconut oil on hair

There are plenty of ways to work coconut oil into your hair care routine. For best results, try using it as a…

1. Hair mask

A deep conditioning hair mask that promotes glossier hair in one go? Yes, please! Massage in a generous amount of coconut oil throughout your hair and leave for as long as possible, even overnight. Be sure to thoroughly cleanse the scalp when it’s time to wash it out to avoid excess oiliness at the root.

2. Pre-shampoo treatment

Applying a generous amount of coconut oil to the lengths and ends of your hair on wash day can limit the drying effect that washing can have. This encourages healthier, smoother, and glossier hair once you wash.

3. Frizz tamer

For those hairs that don’t want to do as they’re told, coconut oil could be the answer to your hair prayers. Warm up a small amount of the oil in your hands and use it to smooth down those pesky flyaways. The perfect product to have on hand for any sleek buns or updo’s.

4. Hair detangler

The benefits of coconut oil for hair do not end there! If you’re fed up with daily battles with your brush, applying warm coconut oil throughout your hair can help soften your strands, making it easier for a brush to glide through your hair. Your morning routine is about to get a whole lot easier!