THE flax seed they are not only an extremely important food for health, because they are sources of proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and antioxidants, but they are a real elixir of beauty for hair. If you have hair that struggles to grow, that breaks very easily and that appears dry and lackluster, the seeds and, above all, the oil that can be extracted from them, can treat it deeply. So let’s discover together what the benefits are and, above all, the uses.
Benefits of flaxseed oil on hair
THE flax seed contain many substances that can treat and nourish hair. THE benefits they can be of different types, from anti-aging to invigorating. And it’s all thanks to the following substances:
- Omega-3 fatty acids. To be precise, it talks about plant-based alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) known to be able to reduce inflammation and stimulate hair growth.
- B vitamins. These substances are important for having stronger and healthier hair in a short time.
- Vitamin E. It reduces the effects of free radicals on the scalp, thus promoting hair growth, but also an anti-aging action. Adequate intake of vitamin E can also promote stronger hair follicles.
- Ph. Flaxseeds help balance pH levels and oil production. These are two factors that directly influence the speed at which hair grows back. Additionally, they soothe the scalp and help calm the sebaceous glands. They are therefore useful in the treatment of greasy hair.
How to use flaxseed oil on hair
There are several ways to use flaxseeds and above all to exploit all of them property. The most common methods are seed decoctions, which can be made with either the flour or the seed, and oil compresses.
Linseed oil
To use thelinseed oil to nourish your hair you can heat it a little (a few seconds in the microwave) and then you can massage it on the scalp. Then wrap your hair in a warm towel and leave it on for 30 minutes. He then washes his hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo. How many times? 2-3 times a week. The heat, from both the oil and the towel, will allow the oil to penetrate the roots and hair shaft. This provides your scalp and hair with the nourishment it needs to grow healthier.
Flaxseed gel
Flaxseed gel is a product that you can make at home. You need two tablespoons of flaxseed, two glasses of water and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. How to proceed? It’s very simple. In a saucepan, boil the water and flax seeds until the liquid begins to thicken. Add a tablespoon of lemon juice and stir the liquid. Filter it and let it cool until it reaches a gelatinous consistency. You can use this product in place of gel to sculpt your hairstyle every day or you can apply it as a topical scalp treatment to increase hair growth. How many times? As many times as you want.
You can buy flax seeds or oil in the most well-stocked food shops, otherwise look for them in organic product shops or herbalist’s shops. Remember that they are very effective not only when used for compresses and masks, but also when taken with the diet.
(Written by Valentina Rorato on May 27, 2020;
edited by Giulia Dallagiovanna on 17 April 2024)
