7 Benefits Of Grapefruit Essential Oil For Hair
Include this light and nourishing oil in your hair care routine to see a visible difference.
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Cue the drum rolls as we will open up your eyes to the benefits of grapefruit essential oil for hair that is trending for all the right reasons. It does not only smell divine or taste scrumptious but offers numerous benefits that are recommended for good hair health. For those who didn’t know, it is a citrus fruit that is infused with antioxidants and various herbal healing properties. Many consume its juice to avail of the fruit’s nutritional benefits and treat many hair-related problems.
Grapefruit essential oil is extracted through the method of cold pressing. It comes out yellowish in color and is less oily with high water content. It is different from its seed oil, which is thicker and richer in consistency. However, you should use the raw and virgin grapefruit oil within six months of its extraction to be effective. Scroll down to know all about the benefits and uses of this citrusy essential oil!
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Benefits of grapefruit essential oil for hair
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1. Healthy Hair:
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Massaging the hair with grapefruit oil is an easy method to promote healthy hair and enable hair re-growth (1) (2). Moreover, it leaves the hair more shiny and lustrous. Alternatively, you may make a homemade hair mask by mixing some fresh grapefruit juice or grapefruit essential oil with orange, lemon and sage. Apply the mask and leave it on for 30 minutes before washing it off. This will cleanse the scalp effectively and add bounce and vitality to the hair.
2. Hair Deodorizer:
Fill a spray bottle with a few ounces of water and some drops of essential grapefruit oil. Spray the hair and scalp with this mixture after shampooing and drying. The oil will leave the hair with a fresh and sweet aroma.
3. Hair Cleanser:
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This easy-to-make cleanser will clean the hair and remove all dirt, salt buildup and chlorine.
The cleanser recipe includes half-cup club soda, quarter-cup grapefruit juice, quarter cup orange juice, quarter cup lemon juice and 2 drops of sage oil (to restore vitality and shine). Add all the ingredients to a spray bottle. Wet hair thoroughly and spray the mixture onto it. Comb through the hair and let it stay for 5 minutes. Wash the hair with your regular shampoo and conditioner. Repeat the process every 2 weeks and for dry and damaged hair, re-peat every three weeks.
4. Fights Dandruff:
According to anecdotal evidence, natural oils like grapeseed oil can help prevent dandruff caused by a dry scalp.
5. Lustrous Shine:
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A few drops of grapefruit essential oil when added to your regular shampoo bottle will ensure lustrous shiny hair.
6. Hair De-Tangler:
A combination of 2-3 drops of grapefruit essential oil, two drops of glycerin and a teaspoon of aloe vera gel and half liter of water, when sprayed to the hair before taking a hair shower will remove the tangles on your hair.
7. Hair Stripper:
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Grapefruit juice can help strip away chemicals that have loaded the hair follicles due to usage of hairsprays, gels and crèmes that have been used on the hair. Simply massage some grapefruit juice onto the hair and wash it away with water. The natural juice will not cause damage to your hair and will leave hair that feels soft and silky. The oil is also known to eliminate oily scalps.
Grapefruit essential oil is a must-have in your haircare arsenal. The benefits of grapefruit essential oil for hair may stimulate hair growth, cleanse your hair of dirt and oil, and add that extra shine to your hair. Its high vitamin C and mineral content make it perfect for not just your hair but your overall health. It may lower your cholesterol, reduce inflammation and boost your immune system. If you are looking for something to destress your mind, using grapefruit essential oil is the perfect way to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does grapefruit oil cause hair loss?
No. On the other hand, it improves hair growth and health, thus reducing hair loss.
Does grapefruit oil lighten hair?
Grapefruit contains vitamin C, which may lighten the hair.
Key Takeaways
- Using grapefruit essential oil can make hair look healthy and increase hair growth.
- Grapefruit essential oil can add a shine to the hair when mixed with regular shampoo.
- A grape juice rinse can remove chemicals from the hair and make it soft and smooth.
- Grapefruit essential oil helps to cleanse the scalp by removing dirt, dandruff, and build-up and leaves hair smelling fresh.
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