Flaxseed oil is a substance obtained by cold-pressing from the seeds of a grass flax plant. It is a particularly valuable product for health, because its regular use contributes to the normalization of the body, cleansing from toxins and giving the appearance of beauty and freshness. People learned about the beneficial properties of this product in the ancient world. This tool is valued not only among the popular methods of dealing with deficiencies, but doctors often recommend it.
The composition of the "golden" oil
The composition of edible linseed oil includes: linoleic (10-30%), linolenic (40-60%), oleic (10-30%) fatty acids. It is this set of unsaturated fatty acids that makes this product so useful and indispensable for the whole body, because it contains Omega-3 and Omega-6, which the human body cannot produce on its own. By smell and taste, it resembles fish oil, which repels many.
Linseed oil refers to fast drying oils that form a durable transparent film with a protective function.
Due to the high content of the above acids, vitamins F, A, B and E, this product has unique healing and rejuvenating properties and is widely popular in medicine and cosmetics. In addition, this tool has a positive effect on the scalp, which helps relieve irritation, dryness, itching and even eliminate dandruff.
Selection and storage
For the fair sex with dry scalp, this product is a gift of nature, because flaxseed oil perfectly moisturizes and lubricates sensitive, dry skin. It can relieve not only from the endless dryness, but also from itching and irritation.
Choose flaxseed oil should be in three ways:
- A container that is supposed to be a dark glass or plastic;
- Manufacturer or brand;
- Shelf life.
The quality will depend on the manufacturer, the storage conditions of the seeds and how it is produced. Prices for natural flaxseed oil bite a few, but this product is worth it. It is recommended to buy it in pharmacies, and not in supermarkets, because in pharmacies you can find a quality and inexpensive brand.
At home, flaxseed oil can be stored for up to 60 days. In the open form it is stored in the refrigerator, and with a long stay in the sun, it should be used only for half an hour. The main rule is to reduce the time of contact of the oil with air and high temperatures.
The benefits of flaxseed oil for hair
Most of the fair sex, adhering to the popular methods in giving their appearance of natural beauty, freshness and youth, argue that the regular use of flaxseed oil has a great effect in the fight against dry, thin, damaged and brittle hair, and its use contributes to strengthening the structure, giving shine, improve growth and prevent hair loss.
The undoubted advantages of using oil for hair include:
- Beneficial effect on the scalp;
- Elimination of dryness, itching and irritation;
- Normalization of the sebaceous glands of the skin;
- Giving shine and density;
- Strengthening the structure;
- Accelerates growth;
- Preventing hair loss;
- Restoration of split ends;
- Strengthening the roots;
- Hypoallergenic product;
- Strengthen hair.
Disadvantages of bilge oil use:
- Rapid oxidation, resulting in the formation of harmful radicals;
- The stale product contains epoxides and aldehydes;
- Small shelf life;
- Not for everyone;
- Excessive consumption can be harmful, resulting in weakened and oily hair.
From the above it should be concluded that with proper storage and use of this product brings only benefit to the body. An expired product can cause many complications, including hair loss.
Mode of application
The beneficial properties of flaxseed oil include: improving the condition of nails, hair, skin, cancer prevention, rejuvenation, antibacterial effect, and so on.
There are two ways to use it:
- External application;
- Ingestion
The first method involves applying warm oil directly to its entire length and lightly rubbing it into the scalp. This action must be performed on wet hair. Application is carried out in the following sequence:
- For a start, the mass should be slightly heated;
- Then take a small amount on the arm and begin to lightly rub into the scalp and roots, performing circular movements;
- After the scalp is completely covered with it, starting from the roots, apply small portions to the hair, spreading it along the entire length to the tips;
- After that, they must be wrapped in plastic wrap and wrap with a towel on top. Leave in this position for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with shampoo twice.
To avoid unpleasant odor, you should add a couple of drops of any essential oils, be it ylang-ylang or chamomile. The optimal frequency of procedures is considered to be 2 times a week. The results after this method of treatment are visible after the first use.
The second option implies its use in food, which is recommended for those who have problems with nails, teeth, skin and so on. To do this, just take 1 tablespoon per day, adding it to any kind of food, or drink flax seed oil in capsules.
Linen oil hair masks
Popular homemade masks based on flaxseed oil. It is used as the basis for various ingredients, or simply among other components. It is suitable for the treatment of all types of hair, including weakened ones.
Moisturizing mask.This type of application is the simplest and most common. It consists in applying from the roots to the tips evenly clean, undiluted, unrefined linseed oil. Then heat insulation is created with the help of polyethylene and a towel. This mask is recommended for the first time to keep no more than 10 minutes, then the time can be increased to 20 minutes. Do no more than 2 times a week.
Mask with the addition of eggs and lemon juice prepared according to the recipe:
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice diluted with linseed oil in a ratio of 2 to 1;
- Mix the mixture with a crushed boiled egg and leave for 10 minutes;
- This mask should be used before direct washing of the head, causing 30 minutes;
- You can rinse with ordinary shampoo, aging, so that the mask does not get into your eyes when you wash it;
- Use no more than 1 time per week.
Owners of oily hair It is not recommended to use such masks too often, because they give the hair even more shine and fatness. However, infrequent use may be beneficial for the scalp and roots. For this type there are many recipes, here is one of the most effective: 1 tablespoon of lemon juice mixed with 2-3 tablespoons of flax oil. Rub into the scalp and leave for 15 minutes. Use no more than 1 time per week. This way you can reduce hair greasiness.
Nutritious onion-flax mask:
- Chop the average onion, mix with 1 tablespoon of honey and add 2-3 tablespoons of linseed oil;
- Stir and leave this mixture for half an hour in a warm place;
- After 30 minutes, apply the finished mask in the usual way on wet hair and leave for 10-15 minutes, creating thermal insulation with a towel and polyethylene;
- Wash off with regular shampoo and balm.
Mask against loss and to protect against exposure to stylingprepared according to the recipe: flaxseed, castor and camphor (can be replaced with sea buckthorn or olive), in equal proportions, heat the oil in a water bath and mix. This mask can be used 2-3 times a week before washing the head, causing no more than 30 minutes. This mask is great for curly and colored hair. The effect is not long in coming!
Reviews about the application
Unlike other means of traditional medicine, flaxseed oil immediately acquired an army of supporters, almost without opponents. Girls and women who used flax oil for external use mark its miraculous properties and effectiveness.
Antonina, 20 years old:
On the advice of her mother, she decided to use flaxseed oil to restore hair and make it smooth. I decided to immediately resort to both external use and internal use. Of the drawbacks, only the smell and a little specific taste. The rest is just a plus. The effect is excellent, ease of use and, of course, the price is affordable, which is very important!
Hope, 43 years:
Linseed oil - the best folk remedy for the care of beauty and health! My grandmother never used commercial creams and masks, but used only recipes from traditional medicine that were passed down from generation to generation. Granny is very caring for herself to this day, so in her 75 she looks at 55! Her hair dyed with gray hair is so thick and soft that any young girl can envy her. As a child, when my mother left me with her, my grandmother made masks for me, so I learned how to properly care for my hair. I just apply a mixture of this miraculous drug and lemon on my head for half an hour, once or twice a week, then wash off everything with regular shampoo! That's all science. I advise all the girls.
Katya, 24 years old:
I use linseed oil for several months as an ingredient for masks. From the egg, it is best to use only protein when mixing the components, because the yolk is then very poorly washed off from the head. And everything is fine, the result did not disappoint me. The main thing - naturally and cheap. And chemicals are expensive nobody needs!
Natalia, 46 years old:
My problem with dry hair is finally solved, and linseed oil helped in this. Hair looks like after lamination. I'm very glad! For my dry scalp (which is why dandruff always appears), linseed oil turned out to be a savior.
Daria, 25 years old:
I have thick and beautiful hair from nature. I thought that there would be no better, but decided, on the recommendation of a friend, to use a mask based on flaxseed oil with burdock added. The result is not very noticeable, but tangible! To the touch hair became smooth and silky, no longer confused. I will definitely use it every week to maintain the effect!
