It's a visible reminder of what's going on inside the body and is greatly affected by change in weather, air conditioners and central heating.
Winter nutrition habits affect the amount of proteins we absorb yet keratin is needed for health follicles. Eating fish, tofu and beans will increase proteins without adding to your weight.
In winter we drink less water, therefore absorb less moisture. If cold water doesn't appeal, try hot water with fresh ginger in it - it's great for healthy hair and good for your immune system too. so here's some essential oil hair care tips to leave your head, hair and scalp in excellent condition.
- Olive, coconut, sesame and almond oil contain active ingredients that nourish and repair hair. When used regularly, as part of a head massage, you will notice an increase in hair vitality, lustre and condition. When mixed with essential oils, you can treat other hair conditions.
- Bay Essence has been use in hair tonics since the Victorians to treats dandruff and greasy scalps. Put a drop or two on a bristle hair brush and brush the hair from scalp to ends. Or mix it with an oil such as almond, and massage your scalp with your fingertips, then run the oil through your hair.
- Sandalwood oil smells divine. It's been used by Indian women for centuries to maintain their long dark hair. Try mixing 5 or 6 drops in a pint of warm water as a final rinse for strong, shiny hair.
- Patouchli oil is good on skin conditions. It has antiseptic and fungicidal properties and can be used to treat dandruff. It's also popular as a deodorant and antidepressant.
- Rosemary oil aids hair growth. It is known to stimulate the mental faculties - aiding concentration and memory - but it is also an effective hair tonic. Washing your hair in a rosemary blend, or bathing in rosemary will keep your hair growing.
- Lavendar oil is probably the most popular and widely used of all essential oils. One of few oils that can be used directly on the skin, making it superb for scalds, burns and bites. It softens your hair, soothes your head and releases tension from the scalp. It also promotes sleep (try a drop in burner) - essential for a healthy head of hair.
As well as oils, it's important to rinse your hair in clean water frequently. Avoid strong detergent shampoos, and don't wash daily, but rinse your hair regularly in warm water to clear out all the pollution and impurities.
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