Hair15 min
Hair Oil for One to Two Hours, Not Overnight
Warm oil applied to the scalp and lengths an hour or two before washing instead of leaving it on overnight, which can attract dust and clog the scalp. A gentle oiling habit.
Short oiling, easy wash
Oiling the hair is an old habit, but leaving oil on overnight can attract dust and make the scalp feel clogged and itchy. An hour or two is enough to condition the lengths and relax the scalp with a gentle massage.
Warm the oil slightly, massage the scalp for a few minutes and wash with a mild shampoo. This is a hair-care routine and not a treatment for hair fall or dandruff.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp coconut or sesame oil
- A mild shampoo
- A soft towel
How to prepare
- Warm the oil slightly in a bowl of hot water.
- Part the hair into sections.
How to use
- Massage the scalp for five minutes.
- Wash after one to two hours.
Helpful habits
- Shampoo twice if the oil is thick.
- Use oil once or twice a week.
Precautions
- Patch test any new oil.
- Skip if the scalp is itchy or inflamed.
- A routine, not a treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Is overnight oiling wrong?
- Not harmful for everyone, but short oiling is easier on the scalp.
Which oil is best?
- Coconut, sesame or almond, whichever suits you.
Does it grow hair?
- It conditions hair; it does not guarantee growth.
