Macadamia oil for hair: how to use it

Benefits of macadamia oil for hair

Macadamia oil, useful for hair (and not only), is extracted from the nut of the tree of the same name. This is quite an expensive and valuable product. Macadamia trees today are grown mainly on plantations in Hawaii, they grow slowly, bear fruit only seven years after planting, and the harvest is not very abundant. It’s a pity, because macadamia oil is a unique ingredient, different from other nut and stone oils.

Macadamia oil contains an extremely high percentage of palmitic fatty acid, which is present in human skin sebum, but its amount decreases with age. In addition, the oil has a high concentration of unsaturated fatty acids: oleic (55%) and palmitoleic (22%).

Macadamia oil also contains:

The benefits of macadamia oil for hair are undeniable, it:

Thanks to these properties, macadamia oil is included in cosmetics for dry, damaged, brittle, dull, as well as curly and porous hair.

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Ways to use pure macadamia oil

The use of macadamia oil for hair is possible in its pure form, it is universal and suitable for brunettes and blondes, regardless of the type and quality of hair – thick, thin, curly, straight, dyed, bleached or gray. The oil is light, quickly absorbed and visibly improves the appearance of the hair. In addition, it has a delicate nutty aroma, a beautiful amber color, so using this precious product is not only healthy, but also pleasant.

Massage

To massage the scalp, you need to warm up 2-3 drops of macadamia oil in your fingers and rub it into the skin in a circular motion from the hairline to the crown, and from the crown to the back of the head. Such a massage stimulates blood circulation, promotes hair growth, and also has a general relaxing effect.

Combing

Rinsing

Macadamia oil can be enriched with any conditioner by adding a drop just before applying the product. Another option is to rinse your hair in the final wash with “oily water” (1 teaspoon of oil per liter of water).

Adding to shampoo

Oil wrap

The easiest and most effective way to use macadamia oil for hair is to warm it up a little, apply it to the scalp and hair, wrap it in a towel or cap and leave it on all night. In the morning, wash your hair as usual.

Leave-in care

For hair ends

Little macadamia is great for hair ends. To prevent breakage and splitting, rub a couple of drops between your fingers and apply to damp or dry hair.

Macadamia oil hair masks

How else can macadamia oil be used for hair? Of course, as part of homemade masks! According to our expert, trichologist Maria Nevskaya, “it is best to mix macadamia oil with other oils and components in a ratio of 1:1:1.”

Before adding oil, it must be heated to a warm (never hot) temperature.

Against hair loss

For hair growth

Mix two tablespoons each of macadamia oil, sesame oil and aloe juice. Apply the mixture to the scalp and hair before washing. Leave for 30 minutes, preferably an hour. This mask promotes the growth of strong hair, and also gives the strands shine, softness and density.

For shine hair

For this mask you will need:

From split ends

To combat split ends, you need to combine three oils in equal proportions:

These are the lightest oils that will not create the effect of greasy strands and will not weigh down the hair. Unlike the vast majority of homemade masks, this one can be prepared ahead of time and used as a nourishment for the ends of your hair: apply it before washing, after washing, on dry hair for protection, or damp hair to seal in moisture. Experiments are welcome. You only need a few drops.

And the possibility of long-term storage is due to the fact that there are no perishable products in the composition, these are just vegetable oils.

For damaged hair

Damaged dry hair will not interfere with such a mixture:

Mix the ingredients in equal proportions, distribute over the entire length of the hair (can also be applied to the scalp). But note that honey is a common allergen. Before use, you need to make sure that you do not have an undesirable reaction to it or other components of the mask. Leave under a cap with insulation for 2 hours.

Cosmetic hair masks with oils

We have included masks in our collection, which include oil components valuable for the beauty and health of hair, including macadamia oil and others.

Triple Recovery 3-in-1 Universal Oil Mask for very dry and damaged hair Fructis, Garnier

This mask combines macadamia oil with shea, jojoba and almond oils to intensely nourish the hair for 48 hours without feeling greasy. The texture literally melts on the hair, they immediately become soft, silky, manageable and shiny. It can also be used as a leave-in care – the hair will be fine.

Botanic Therapy Mask “Coconut Milk and Macadamia” for nutrition and softness, Garnier

In this recipe, the nutritional properties of macadamia oil are supported by coconut milk – together they fight dryness, restoring softness and elasticity to hair, and facilitate subsequent combing.

Fructis 3-in-1 Hair Mask for Dry Unruly Hair, Superfood Macadamia, Garnier

We at Healthy-Food are delighted with this mask and do not miss the opportunity to note its many advantages:

Mask-Care 5-in-1 Elseve “Luxury Coconut Oil”, L’Oréal Paris

It does not contain macadamia oil, but this does not detract from its merits. Paying tribute to the restorative properties of coconut oil, L’Oréal Paris created this mask for use before washing, after washing and as a leave-in treatment: hair will be soft, smooth, radiant, manageable.

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