Jojoba Oil for Hair: 3 Amazing Benefits – Feeling Beautiful?
Nature has many wonders, one of which is jojoba oil. The oil itself is extracted from the seeds of the jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinensis), which is native to Southwestern North America. This “oil” is actually what’s known as a wax ester and is more similar to human sebum and whale oil than it is to other vegetable oils.
Jojoba oil is similar to human skin oil in that it helps balance the production of skin sebum and is structured as a very long straight-chain wax ester. There are many natural beauty wonders of jojoba oil as well. To name a few, jojoba oil is wonderful for acne treatments, healing of wounds, hair loss prevention, hair conditioning, and more.
Many people with acne and sensitive skin commonly use jojoba oil because it has no negative side effects. It is also rich in vitamins and minerals that contribute to healthy skin and hair.
Jojoba Oil for Hair
One amazing benefit of jojoba oil is its application for hair improvement and growth. It moisturizes hair without leaving any greasy residue and prevents moisture loss from the scalp.
Furthermore, human hair grows out of hair follicles. In each hair follicle, there’s what’s called a sebaceous gland that produces sebum for new hair growth. Whenever a new hair shaft grows within a follicle, it carries with it a coating of sebum that keeps it nourished and protected. As you may already know, sebum and other debris can sometimes clog the hair follicle.
Thus, this can result in the prevention of new and healthy hair growth. Jojoba oil works by penetrating hair follicles and dissolving away the build-up of debris or any blockages that otherwise would prevent new hair from surfacing.
Jojoba Oil Treatments for Hair and Scalp
Using jojoba oil for your hair has a lot of benefits without any of the negative side effects that commercial hair products may cause. Not only that, but it doesn’t contain an endless list of nasty chemicals that most people wouldn’t be able to pronounce.
This oil is an effective and natural alternative to the potentially dangerous chemicals found in many of today’s hair care products. Below, we will take a look at some of the advantages of using jojoba oil in the hair.
Scalp Psoriasis Treatment
People with psoriasis very often tend to experience problems with their scalp as well. Psoriasis causes the skin on the scalp to be very dry and peeling, oftentimes very closely resembling dandruff symptoms. There are topical skin creams for psoriasis, but they’re usually very limited or not as effective at relieving psoriasis on the scalp. Also, applying and washing off these topical creams on hair-covered skin may be very difficult when compared to using them on exposed skin.
On the other hand, jojoba oil is easy to apply and spread throughout the scalp because of its overall liquid-wax consistency. It helps to lift up sebum and dead skin cells, which are easily washed away, similar to the oil cleansing method of “oil dissolves oil”. Since it has anti-inflammatory properties as well (source), it also soothes your irritated scalp, reduces swelling, and relieves itching. The vitamin E content of jojoba oil helps to restore and maintain healthy skin.
Frizzy, Dry Hair Treatment
Jojoba oil prevents shampoo from washing off the natural oils in the hair that keep it healthy. Just apply the oil to your hair before washing it with shampoo, and it will lock in the natural oils that your hair needs to look amazing. Another alternative method is to apply the oil to the hair while it is still damp after washing. You’ll have to see how much works best for your hair’s thickness and length, but a little goes a long way.
You’ll have to see how much works best for your hair’s thickness and length, but a little goes a long way. The application of jojoba oil before and after hair washing will prevent it from being frizzy and dry later. By using this nourishing oil, you will give your hair a second line of defense against any number of environmental factors that dry it out every single day.
Hair Loss Prevention
Hair loss is caused by many factors, such as poor diet, skin conditions, and aging. The sad thing is that hair loss can’t be prevented since every hair strand has its own life cycle, causing it to fall out. Did you know that the average person may lose upwards of 50-100 strands of hair per day? That’s just scary!
However, there’s no real cause for concern because it’s quite normal. New hair growth will replace older fallen-out hair strands. But as we discussed earlier, sebum and other debris can clog hair follicles, preventing hair strands from growing efficiently. So, what often happens, is that new hair growth isn’t able to happen as quickly, meaning that it’s more difficult for new hair growth to catch up with normal hair loss.
Therefore, if your hair is thinning due to blocked follicles, you should definitely use jojoba oil before trying anything more drastic. When you use it, add a few drops of peppermint oil to the mixture due to its similar properties of promoting hair growth (source). Even if your hair isn’t thinning, jojoba oil will nourish your scalp and prevent hair loss in the future. Due to the nature of the oil, it helps hair follicles to grow new hair strands more quickly by keeping them free and clear of any pollutants. It easily seeps into the follicles and dissolves the sebum buildup while nourishing your scalp at the same time.
Misconceptions About Jojoba Oil
While jojoba oil is proven to improve hair and scalp conditions, there are a few common misconceptions.
- “Jojoba oil is best for thicker hair, while almond oil is best for thinner hair.” False. Many people with thin hair who apply jojoba oil have achieved amazing results. It’s difficult to have a “one size fits all” for these kinds of things. So, why not just try both to see what works best for your hair type?
- “Jojoba oil causes hair to fall out.” False. However, hair loss may be caused by other ingredients found in products that may be added to certain brands of jojoba oil. This is why it is important to read the labels first before purchasing any beauty product. Be sure to buy pure jojoba oil if you plan to apply it to your hair.
- “Jojoba oil smells terrible.” False. Pure jojoba oil has no smell at all. Other types of jojoba oil have a very weak smoky smell but are not that strong. If, for some reason, you purchase a pure variation of jojoba oil that does smell less than peachy to you, just add a few drops of peppermint essential oil or another scent you’d prefer.
Jojoba Oil Applications
Applying jojoba oil is really easy, as we discussed a bit earlier. Since hair types are different and sometimes quite unique, you should experiment and see which one of the following three methods works best for your hair. You can use jojoba oil more casually or as a treatment for some specific hair or scalp deficiency you’re currently facing.
First, you can apply jojoba oil to your hair in the morning before washing it and leave it in for 20-30 minutes. Remember, you don’t need a lot, just enough to coat each strand of your hair. Some people found it was best for them to leave it in their hair overnight and wash it out the following morning. Either way, it will improve the look and feel of your hair and scalp even after the first use.
Second, you can apply jojoba oil by combining it with your shampoo or conditioner. This technique is similar to mixing coconut oil with shampoo or conditioner. The difference is that jojoba oil doesn’t need any melting before mixing it in, so application is a bit easier. If you’ve used coconut oil before, give jojoba oil a try to see which your hair likes best.
Third, you can use jojoba oil as a leave-in conditioner after shampooing. Some people might find this undesirable because they may not like the feel of jojoba oil in the hair, even though I personally wouldn’t describe it as being greasy at all (unless you use way too much). Just a few drops of this oil will go a very long way for long-lasting protection from dryness and breaking.
To Conclude
Truly, jojoba oil helps to improve the overall health of your hair and scalp. With proper application, it will make your hair livelier and moisturized, making you feel more beautiful.
So, go ahead and see which application method works best for you. If you have a very dry scalp and don’t mind the feel of jojoba oil in your hair, I’d suggest leaving it in your hair all day for maximum effect.
Nature really does provide us with lots of helpful and amazing natural remedies. Jojoba oil will prove to be an invaluable addition to your beauty line if it isn’t already.
All of us ladies love to do whatever we can to keep our hair looking beautiful. How has jojoba oil improved your hair? We’d love to hear about your experiences!
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