So what is grapeseed oil? As you'd expect it's an oil derived from the pressing of winemaking grape seeds. The oil itself is non-greasy, light and odorless. The best types to use are pure organic or organic cold-pressed grapeseed oil.
Benefits of grapeseed oil
- It's a light oil so it doesn't weigh down the hair making it good for those with thin hair
- It's odorless so there's no lingering scent in the event that is a reason you're not using natural oils
- It has a high smoke point of about 420 degrees and can be used as a natural heat protectant
- It can be used as a carrier oil for essential oils. In fact, I've started using it to dilute my Jamaican Black Castor Oil
- Better hair health from the Vitamin E and linoleic acid it contains
- The oil contains high levels of ceramides which are very beneficial for strengthening chemically-treated hair
Ways to use grapeseed oil
- As a hot oil treatment
- A heat protectant
- Conditioner enhancer
- Part of a natural homemade conditioner
- Scalp massages
- As a finishing or sealing oil
- As a shine enhancer
Have you used grapeseed oil in your hair regimen?
References: http://www.livestrong.com/article/177894-benefits-of-grapeseed-oil-for-hair/, http://www.oilforhair.org/grapeseed-oil-for-hair/
I love grape seed oil. I use it on my hair and to take off my makeup. I'm a massage therapist and i use it in my practice too. It's a great oil.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. I never thought about using it on my face. Do you use another oils on your hair? Thanks for reading Ginger!
DeleteUse it on my face over night & after every "wash & go" with a non-cream leave in conditioner(creme of Nature spray in\leave in conditioner)Add Grapeseed with (pure)Vtiamin E & aloe for\to your face regime.thank me later.
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