For hair to maintain its luster, it needs to be maintained in a certain way. Aging hair has to be taken care of differently compared to youthful hair. This is because of the body’s changes in metabolism which influences cell growth for all types of tissue including hair. The point of oil for aging hair is to make it smooth, supple and less susceptible to breakage. After around the age of 50 to 60, hair tends to be more fragile since sebum production is less. Using oils that are particularly useful for this type of hair will help in not only keeping it looking luscious but will also reduce the effect of breakage. Some of the oils essential for this include:
Peppermint Oil
Peppermint oil is an essential oil for hair care particularly if you notice that your hair doesn’t grow as fast as it used to in the past. It is also used to strengthen the hair and promote its growth int eh process. The oil has been proven to additionally benefit the scalp, making it more pliable and less prone to drying which can cause dandruff.
There is a lot of evidence to back up this claim. Historically, the ancient Greeks, Romans and even Egyptians are known to have used peppermint oil for its health benefit, even on hair. Studies have also shown that people who use peppermint oil for haircare had an increase in the number of hair follicles (which makes your hair thicker), the depth of follicles (which makes hair stronger and grow faster) and an overall increase in the rate of growth. You can use peppermint oil on its own, or buy a product that has peppermint oil as a main ingredient and other products as excipients.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil has been found to have numerous benefits either when taken orally or applied topically. The main benefits of using Teatree oil for haircare is the reduction in scalp buildup and reducing dandruff. The oil moisturizes the scalp, making it less prone to producing tissue quickly. You will find your hair easier to manage and won’t have to deal with lots of dandruff. Teatree oil reduces production of excess sebum and gets rid of hair product that has built up on your scalp.
Geranium Oil
Though not well known, geranium oil has numerous benefits as well. Its extremely effective at keeping hair and locks moisturized throughout, reducing breakage and split ends. It also has a healthy effect on the scalp, reducing the sebum production which can make it greasy. Damaged hair can especially benefit from geranium oil, since it is usually drying of the scalp and hair that causes the damage. Geranium oil restores this balance and makes your hair look and feel great.
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