9 uses of coconut oil for hair, benefits and how to apply it

In recent years, coconut oil has become a must-have product in the world of cosmetics. Thanks to its moisturizing properties and the numerous benefits it provides, this natural ingredient is widely used in beauty treatments.

In this article we focus on the uses of coconut oil for hair and we show you how to apply it correctly to take advantage of all its benefits. Take note!

If you are interested in your hair health, then we invite you to also read our post about the benefits of aloe vera for hair. Another natural product that you will love ;)

How to use coconut oil on your hair

As a conditioner

Due to its texture and pleasant aroma, coconut oil can be a good substitute for supermarket conditioners. In addition to not containing any chemicals that can be harmful, it has a high content of vitamins, proteins and minerals that will allow you to enjoy soft and youthful hair.

To use it correctly, we recommend applying it to wet hair from the middle to the ends. Leave it on for at least 15 minutes and then rinse your hair well with water. Use coconut oil as a conditioner especially if you have dry or thick hair and never apply it to the roots.

Control frizz

If your curls are difficult to tame, use coconut oil to control frizz. Thanks to its moisturizing properties , this vegetable oil will protect your hair from heat and give it a very natural shine.

If you want to combat frizz and shape your curls, we recommend applying a little oil to clean, dry hair . You don't need to rinse it off with water afterwards, unless your hair is very greasy after applying it.

Treatment to combat dandruff

Thanks to its antibiotic properties , this oil of natural origin is the perfect ally to fight against dandruff. When applied to the scalp, it combats dryness and flaking. In this case, you should spread the coconut oil over the roots, giving the scalp a small massage so that it acts correctly and the area is well hydrated.

Avoid split ends

In addition to preventing itching and dryness, this beauty product has an emollient effect that will help you fight split ends. Use it like a serum . Just after washing your hair, apply a little coconut oil to the wet ends to seal them, or apply it to dry hair just before washing your hair and leave it to sit for a few minutes beforehand so that it is well absorbed.

Stimulate hair growth

Thanks to its high content of proteins, fatty acids and antioxidants, coconut oil not only helps repair and prevent hair loss, but also helps hair grow healthier and stronger. Of course, complementing this with a proper diet will also help improve hair health.

In this case, you can choose to make a coconut oil mask and apply it with a circular massage on the scalp. Then cover your head with a cap and let the product sit overnight. In the morning, rinse your hair and enjoy the results. Combine this routine with some of the best anti-hair loss shampoos that we recommend in this post.

Protect from external agents such as the sun

Another use of coconut oil for hair is to use it as a protector, especially during the summer. The lauric acid contained in this oil will protect the hair from external agents such as the sun. If you are going to the beach or the pool, we recommend that you apply a little oil to your hair. This way you will prevent the harmful substances contained in chlorine and sea water from damaging your precious hair.

Fix and style hair

Coconut oil can work as hair wax on short hair. Check out this blog post where we explain step by step how to apply your hair wax and all the benefits it brings.

Detangle easily

Say goodbye to pulling! As if that wasn't enough, coconut oil is also a powerful detangler . Apply it to your wet hair after washing it and enjoy painless brushing without damaging your hair.

As a treatment against lice

Finally, thanks to its antimicrobial properties and oily texture, this product can also be very effective as a treatment to combat lice and nits. If you are wondering how to apply coconut oil to eliminate lice, pay attention to this homemade formula that we recommend.

• First you need to gather the following ingredients: coconut oil, anise and tea tree oil. By the way! Discover the properties of tea tree and its interesting use in aromatherapy here.
• Mix all the ingredients and apply to the entire scalp, massaging it in.
• Cover your hair with a cap and let the mixture sit on your hair for at least 1 hour. You can apply heat to the cap with a hairdryer to intensify its effect.
• Then remove the cap and go strand by strand, passing a fine-toothed comb from the scalp to the ends to remove parasites.
• Repeat this procedure after a few days.