Sesame oil: A must-try for luscious hair

Sneha Biswas | Mar 26, 2020, 19:38 IST
Gingelly oil or popularly known as sesame oil has its nourishing, healing and lubricating properties. Widely used for cooking purposes, this flavor-enhancing oil comes with numerous beauty benefits that one might not be aware of. It can accelerate hair growth by maintaining a healthy scalp. Enriched with minerals and vitamins like E,B, this oil is ideal for hair oiling.

What makes it a must-try beauty oil is its protein-rich quality. Anyone suffering from hair problems like thinning of hair can give it a try. The protein, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus complexes in the oil help to strengthen the hair roots and prevent breakage. It promotes better circulation of blood, hence, less hair fall.

The cooling effect of this oil can help to relieve stress. This in return can combat hair loss due to stress and tension. People might also experience better sleep quality after using sesame oil.

You may massage your hair daily with few drops of sesame oil to prevent premature graying of hair. It can help you retain the natural colour and shine of your hair.

Sesame oil is also known to treat dandruff from the mane. It has healing and cooling properties that help to soothe any further aggravation on the scalp.

Another benefit of this underrated oil is that it can be used to treat and prevent head lice. Its anti-bacterial properties keep both fungal and bacterial-induced hair problems away.

A lesser-known benefit of sesame oil offers protection against harmful UV rays. It acts as a natural –sun blocking agent to prevent sun damages and dryness. It is also effective to protect our hair from pollution by acting as a shield around the hair shaft.

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