Coconut Oil Pre Shampoo Treatment
This quick and easy hair treatment has crept its way into my regular routine all by itself because of 2 things:
- the phenomenal way it makes my hair feel and behave
- how ridiculously easy it is to do
There are nothing but bonuses to be had from applying virgin coconut oil to hair. It doesn't matter whether your hair is dry, greasy, or normal, kinky, curly, or straight as a board – coconut oil loves hair – all kinds.
If you want details about why it's so fab, please visit this post about the benefits of coconut oil.
Meantime, let's jump straight to this easy peasy hair treatment.
You will need
HairCoconut oil (virgin or refined)
Method
The amount of oil will depend on your hair type – thick long curly hair obviously needs more than short fine hair. My hair is short and fine, and I use approx a tablespoon.- Apply to dry hair and work through to tips, being sure to reach all of the hair.
- Massage scalp lightly.
- Apply shampoo (no need to wet hair first).
- Lather and rinse.
- Dry, set and style as usual.
Enjoy!
Comments
Kelly- Interesting that you wet your hair first.. I'm curious as to where you read to do this..?
in general the success of any oil treatment depends on fatty acids - some hair prefer monounsaturated fats when others - polyunsaturated fats.
i always apply conditioner before shampoo on 'oiled' hair - it's easier to wash them because conditioner emulsify the oil:)
Your tip about conditioner on oiled hair is a good one. I've done this myself many times. :)