Hair20 min
A Warm Towel After Oiling the Hair
After a gentle oil massage, a warm (not hot) damp towel wrapped for fifteen minutes before a wash. A comfort ritual, not a growth treatment.
Warm, never hot
A warm towel wrapped over oiled hair is a home version of a hair spa. The gentle warmth helps the oil spread and makes the ritual relaxing, and many people enjoy the softer feel afterwards. It is not a growth treatment, and the towel must never be hot enough to hurt.
Dip a clean towel in warm tap water, wring it out well and test it on your wrist. Wrap it loosely for ten to fifteen minutes. Skip it on a sore or inflamed scalp, if you are prone to dizziness in heat, and for small children.
Ingredients
- 1 clean cotton towel
- A jug of warm water
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
How to prepare
- Massage the oil lightly into a clean, dry scalp and hair.
- Dip the towel in warm water, wring it out and test it on the wrist.
How to use
- Wrap the warm towel loosely around the head for ten to fifteen minutes, re-warming if cool.
- Shampoo the oil out well after.
Helpful habits
- Never use steaming-hot water; warm is enough.
- Wash the towel after use.
Precautions
- The towel must be warm, never hot, and must not burn.
- Skip it on a sore or inflamed scalp and for small children.
- A comfort ritual, not a growth treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Does heat help the oil go in?
- Warmth helps spread the oil and feels good, but it is not a treatment.
How often can I do it?
- Once a week is plenty.
Can I use a steamer?
- A warm towel is gentler and safer for a home routine.
