Essential oil of orange for hair
The use of orange essential oil is very popular, because it has a lot of useful substances that have a beneficial effect on curls.
Types of oils and their benefits
There are two varieties of orange oil: sweet and bitter. Bitter citrus oil is obtained directly from the peel of the orange fruit. A sweeter and more pleasant-smelling oil, called neroli, is extracted from the petals of a wide variety of citrus fruits, including the common orange.
Both sweet and bitter orange essential oil are equally good for the condition of hair of all types. Although it is worth noting that for those who have a pronounced allergy to citrus, it is contraindicated to make masks for hair growth and strengthening with orange oil.
Essential oil from orange sweet citrus is considered universal, and this is confirmed by numerous reviews. Here is a list of when you can and should use orange oil:
- Peeling and itching;
- Dropping out;
- Dryness and increased fragility;
- Dull curls;
- Fat strands.
If you want to improve hair from roots to ends, give them volume and shine, then stock up on orange essential oil.
Application
Orange sweet citrus essential oil can be used in a variety of ways. There are several options.
Aroma Combing
This method is considered the most convenient and affordable, and its benefits are comparable to using an expensive hair product. For the aroma combing procedure, you will need a few drops of essential orange oil and a wooden comb. On a clean surface of the head, you need to apply oil and gently distribute the product along the entire length of the hair with a comb.
Thanks to this procedure, the curls stop tangling and get the maximum nourishment with microelements and vitamins. The beneficial properties of orange oil make curls healthy and shiny. In addition, it leaves a pleasant smell on the curls for a long time.
Enrichment of care products
Very interesting and effective use of orange essential oil. If you add a small amount of natural orange oil to your favorite shampoo or balm, you can significantly improve their quality. In addition, the procedure for washing and caring for your hair will become more pleasant with a delicate aroma of orange.
The easiest way to use shampoo and essential oil together is to mix two beauty products in the palm of your hand. To do this, a couple of drops of aromatic mass and the usual amount of shampoo are enough.
Oil masks
One of the most popular options for using aromatic mass is a hair mask. It is very easy to cook it. To do this, you need to pick up any base oil (olive, coconut, burdock, castor), heat it in a water bath to 37 degrees and mix with 6 - 8 drops of orange oil.
Apply the finished warm mask to dry and clean hair.For greater efficiency, it is recommended to wrap your head with polyethylene and a towel. You need to walk with a mask for at least 40 minutes.
After the procedure, the hair becomes brighter and shinier. After 2-3 applications, dryness and dandruff are eliminated, and brittle hair is a thing of the past. Also, such masks are recommended to be used against oily hair and scalp.
For shine
To maintain a vibrant shine and relax the scalp, you can rub neroli essential oil into the hair roots for 10 minutes. If conditions allow, then with the aromatic mass on the hair, you can walk for several hours or even all day. At night, wash your hair well with regular shampoo. After this procedure, you will feel that the hair began to look more beautiful, and the scalp began to breathe better.
Homemade mask recipes
Homemade masks are sometimes more effective in treating hair. Using folk recipes, you can create your own masks based on orange essential oil. By adding certain auxiliary components, you can create a variety of products that are necessary for your particular hair type.
From falling out
A mask will help to cope with partial hair loss, the main components of which are:
- Essential oil from orange (25 drops);
- Natural colorless henna (20 gr.);
- Dark unfiltered beer (half a glass).
It is quite simple to prepare a nutrient mass that will restore hair follicles. To do this, you need to boil a foamy drink and pour henna into it. After that, the mass must be mixed and left for half an hour in a warm place. After the time has passed, the aromatic liquid must be poured into the thickened slurry.
It is necessary to start the procedure after a thorough washing of the head.The finished mask should be carefully distributed on the root of the hair. After that, the head must be wrapped in a bag and a terry towel. It is recommended to keep the nutrient mass on the head from one to two hours.
You can use this mask daily, but not more than two weeks in a row. After the procedure, it is necessary to thoroughly rinse the hair with any herbal infusion.
For volume and growth
A mixture of orange bitter aromatic liquid, egg yolks, mustard and cottage cheese will help accelerate hair growth and increase the volume of hair. Prepare the mask as follows:
- Mash the cottage cheese with a fork;
- Add yolks and spicy paste;
- Mix;
- Pour in the oily liquid;
- Mix again.
The finished burning mass should be gently rubbed into the roots and left for a maximum of half an hour. If you feel uncomfortable, you can wash your hair earlier. This remedy should be used no more than twice a week.
To strengthen
To strengthen not only the roots, but also the hair shafts, you can make a mask based on orange oil with the addition of various ingredients. In this case, cognac, rye flour and eggs are best suited.
To prepare a strengthening mass you need:
- dilute a pinch of flour with any tea;
- pour alcohol;
- break eggs;
- add aromatic liquid;
- mix.
Distribute the mixture through damp clean hair. Then cover the head with polyethylene and a towel. The procedure can be carried out for about an hour, but no more. Then wash your hair with shampoo and rinse with a decoction of herbs.
The result of using this mask is healthy and strong hair.
For recovery
To become the owner of a radiant hair, you need to lubricate your hair with a special mass several times a week.
Preparing a healing mask is quite easy. To do this, you need to purchase a jar of aromatic liquid, olive oil and yogurt. All ingredients must be mixed in equal proportions (30 ml each). Apply the finished product with a wide brush at some distance from the roots.
The procedure should be completed no earlier than an hour later by rinsing the head with warm water and a few drops of apple cider vinegar. As a result, you will get silky and shiny curls.
For split ends
You can restore damaged tips at home with a simple but very effective mask. It consists of an effective remedy of nourishing citrus and sea buckthorn oils and gelatin.
You need to prepare the mask according to the following algorithm:
- 10 gr. pour gelatin with warm nettle broth;
- Add 25 drops of aromatic liquid to the swollen mass and mix;
- Pour 1 tablespoon of sea buckthorn oily liquid.
Use the resulting mask only on clean, dry hair. The procedure can be carried out within 25-40 minutes. After that, the mask should be washed off the ends with heated mineral water. You need to carry out a similar procedure 2 or three times a month.
For moisturizing
To restore the structure of the hair and saturate them with vitamins and moisture, from time to time it is necessary to use special masks. You can prepare an effective mass yourself.
A very effective moisturizing mask made from orange oil, onion and sour cream. To prepare the gruel, you will need to chop 2 medium onions. You also need to use a mixer to mix 15 drops of aromatic oily liquid and 2 tbsp. tablespoons of fat sour cream.You need to apply the mask on dry strands, which must be hidden under a special hat and towel for an hour. You can wash off the mixture with regular shampoo.
For maximum effect, it is necessary to use this procedure at least every other day for two weeks.
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