We have discovered that extra virgin olive oil is truly a valuable ally for the health of our skin but not only: it is also a valid aid when we need to take care of our hair. For this purpose, we wanted to include in the our cosmetics line a product that is both useful and effective, like the shampoo based on olive oil, capable of giving vigor and softness to the hair.
The important substances in olive oil for hair
What are the substances that olive oil contains that can act to make hair more beautiful and strong?
Olive oil has many beneficial properties but those that are precious for the health of hair are:
- vitamin E effective in fighting free radicals responsible for aging
- vitamin A, an inexhaustible source of nourishment for all connective tissues of skin and hair
- fatty acids such as linoleic acid
The combined and synergistic action of all these elements contributes to making our hair healthier and more beautiful, including the driest and most brittle ones. But let's see in more detail how olive oil can help us restore shine and hydration even to the most dehydrated hair.
Olive oil for the care of dry and brittle hair
Stress and pollution are on the rise, as are stress and a hectic lifestyle, all elements that do not benefit the health of our hair. It is not uncommon to notice how in particularly tiring and demanding periods, there is a more significant loss of hair; moreover, they appear more brittle and dull than ever. Often, to remedy this problem, cosmetic remedies are used – sometimes very expensive – without achieving any results. Yet the solution is within our reach, to be sought in natural remedies, in the famous packs with olive oil that grandma has always recommended. So let's see some quick DIY recipes to safeguard the beauty of our hair.
Packs and masks based on olive oil for shiny hair
Packs and masks prepared with simple and natural ingredients have always been the best remedy to give new vitality to hair; if we can then correctly combine the properties of olive oil with other beneficial substances, we have hit the mark. By once again relying on traditional knowledge and the advice passed down from mother to daughter, here are two simple and natural ways to use olive oil on hair.
- hair conditioner based on olive oil and honey
- pure extra virgin olive oil directly on the hair
Let's see in detail.
Hair conditioner based on olive oil and honey
To hydrate and soften dry hair there is nothing better than a conditioner. Here is the recipe to create one with a few simple steps. First, you need to get these three ingredients that we usually always have in the pantry:
- two eggs
- honey
- olive oil, preferably extra virgin
The procedure is equally quick:
- break the two eggs into a bowl and add two tablespoons of olive oil
- mix everything until you obtain a creamy mixture
- once the right consistency is reached, you can proceed by applying a good amount along the entire length of the hair – focusing on the ends, which are usually the driest part – and leave it on for half an hour. To allow the mixture to work better, we recommend covering with a shower cap or plastic wrap
- After 30 minutes, simply rinse the hair with a shampoo, like the one from our line
This conditioner is very effective for two reasons:
- the honey helps to lock in moisture in the hair shaft
- theoil smooths the shaft, but it is also an excellent source of vitamin E and vitamin K, which together strengthen the scalp.
Olive oil directly on the hair
Using olive oil pure on the hair is definitely the quickest method to achieve shinier hair; just spread the oil on your hands and then run them over each individual strand of hair, avoiding the roots. At this point, it is good to cover the hair with a towel and leave the oil on for at least an hour; after that, wash the hair and rinse thoroughly.
Olive oil on hair for a radiant mane
The olive oil is therefore a valid 100% natural remedy to restore vitality to hair. You can create other simple masks or conditioners with natural products you have on hand, just add a few teaspoons of oil to achieve a shiny, soft, and healthy mane.