How to Use Olive Oil on Hair
Olive oil is best asociated with cooking, however, people are also recognizing and utilizing it for the many other benefits that it offers. In addition to cooking, olive oil can also be used for conditioning and softening your skin and hair. When it comes to applying it to your hair, it makes a suitable hot oil treatment.
- Measure out a quarter cup of olive oil in a microwave safe bowl. Either virgin or regular olive oil may be used.
- Place the measuring cup in your microwave and heat it just until it is warm. To ensure that you are not overheating it, check the temperature every 15 to 20 seconds.
- Check the oil by placing a small amount on your wrist. If it is too hot, let the oil cool for a couple of seconds. Otherwise, pour the oil over your hair. Pour some oil in your hand and then place the oil on your scap. You can also tip your head over the sink and pour the bowl over your head that way. Be careful, as oil can sometimes clog a sink drain.
- Massage the oil into your scalp using your fingertips. You may also use a wide tooth comb to help distribute the oil to the ends of your hair.
- Cover your hair with a plastic cap and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Shampoo your hair after the appropriate amount of time.
- Rinse the shampoo and oil from your hair and then shampoo a second time. Repeat until all of the oil is gone.