Hot Oil Treatment

Benefits to be obtained by a hot oil hair treatment

It adds moisture to your hair...It's beneficial to those who put treatments in their hair such as, perms, relaxers, and color. I am natural and I use hot oil treatments often. I notice my hair looks and feels very moisturized after I do a oil treatment. I also notice one of the great benefits my hair receives after a good hot oil treatment. Is less single strand knots and shedding of my hair. My oil of choice right now is African Pride Hair Scalp & Skin Oil 8oz. I love the smell and it has a lot of great oils in it and of course it inexpensive. I mix it with coconut oil and olive oil I also sometimes add honey to the mixture.

Everyday environmental issues, including temperature changes, pollution and humidity, as well as regular brushing, and the use of hair products such as curlers, steamers, straighteners and dryers, can result in damaged hair. Brittle or dry hair can result from environmental issues, over cleansing or product use; breakage or split ends can result from the use of hair products to achieve the desired style. No one is immune to dry or damaged hair simply is a part of life.

How it works , generally with a hot oil treatment for hair, they are used once a week. The bottle of oil is heated by putting the bottle in hot water for an extended period of time. The conditioning treatment of the hair gives more strength and body to the hair. The hot oil can help repair damaged and weak hair as every strand gets the treatment it needs instantly when the oil is applied.

How to use it, Before using your hot oil treatment, make sure you hair is combed and free of knots and snags. Divide long and thick hair into sections on your head, twisting each part loosely to keep it separated from the rest of the hair. Unravel each section and coat it thoroughly with the hot oil until you have covered all of the sections, massaging the oil into the scalp and hair well. This technique makes the application process easier and ensures complete saturation.

Oils

Avocado Oil

Avocado oil is particularly great for natural hair. It’s loaded with nutrients, amino acids, essential fatty acids, as well as vitamins A, B, D, and E. And it’s excellent for moisturizing, deep conditioning, improving hair strength, strengthening hair, and boosting shine.

Castor Oil

Castor oil thickens hair, promotes hair growth, prevents thinning, moisturizes, helps reduce split ends, helps to tame frizz, and prevents scalp infections.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is great for preventing dandruff, promoting hair growth, moisturizing, strengthening hair, thickening hair, and preventing damage.

Olive Oil (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)

which is also referred to as the “godmother of hair oil,” is great for moisturizing, deep conditioning, improving hair strength, eliminating dandruff, and also has powerful antioxidants that can help fight hair loss.

Rosemary Oil

Rosemary oil is great for stimulating hair follicles for hair growth, preventing hair loss and greying, preventing dandruff, strengthening hair, and boosting shine.

Safflower Oil

Safflower oil protects hair, nourishes hair follicles, moisturizes, and stimulates blood circulation to promote hair growth and thickness. And it is extremely beneficial for natural as well as dry chemically treated hair.

Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet almond oil works great as a “sealant.” This means that it “locks-in” moisture. Sweet almond oil also nourishes hair, smoothes hair cuticles to control shedding, promotes hair growth and thickness, prevents hair loss, and boosts shine.

References:
http://blackgirllonghair.com/2012/06/7-best-oils-for-natural-hair/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/109162-hot-oil-treatments-black-natural/
http://www.ehow.com/how_4689635_hot-oil-treatment-natural-hair.html