Among the many perks of living the urban life, comes the woe of hair damage. Ranging from dry hair, an itchy and flaky scalp, dandruff, split ends, thinning – we have all suffered from one or more. As a consequence of this, we end up spending money on lavish hair spa treatments, but to no avail. Conditioning lies at the crux of good hair maintenance and coconut oil stands victorious as the best option toward conditioning. The lockdown pandemic has left the hair spa option inaccessible, but hair care is always an option.

The hair problems are many, but the solution is just one, and it’s literally a stone’s throw away. All you need is a bottle of good old coconut oil.

Used for centuries, it is a wonderful conditioning oil and has been a favorite across many cultures for its powerful hair and scalp healing abilities. Your local store may not have everything you need, but it definitely carries a bottle of coconut oil. The simple secret behind luscious long locks.

Coconut Oil Conditioning

Haircare is the priority, and coconut oil is your knight in shining armor. Heat up the oil and massage gently onto the scalp. This will stimulate circulation and allow the oil to penetrate into the pores for a repair from deep within. In this manner, coconut oil will further encourage hair growth through its rich fatty acid properties. The lauric acid content will then work toward intense nourishment, so it’s time to apply the oil from roots to end. The final step is to wrap your hair in a towel or shower cap, which allows the oil to work its magic of infusing moisture back into your hair. Leave in for 30 mins, or even overnight if you’re willing. Follow this up with your regular cleansing routine and witness the life bounce back into your hair.

Combine With Conditioner

For those days, when all that you have time for is a basic shampoo and conditioner, there is still room for coconut oil. It has the ability to add more conditioning power to any conditioner. Once you apply the conditioner to your hair, take a little coconut oil and add it as a layer on top. The occlusive nature of this oil will keep the hydrating power of your conditioner intact within your hair, and aid it to seep deeper into the hair shaft. Your end result will be a conditioning experience, much deeper than what your regular conditioner offers.

Whichever routine you choose, remember to follow it at regular intervals for the best results. Consistency is critical toward maintaining good hair health.

About the author- Dr. Aparna Santhanam