Others come from vegetation that I never dreamed could be made into an oil. The apricot is one of those. I'm not a fan of apricots. In fact, I don't like the taste of them at all. That may be why.
Though I don't claim to be a fan of the apricot, I was pretty intrigued by the oil produced from it and how it could be beneficial for relaxed hair.
Apricot oil is considered a non-penetrating oil. It's pale yellow in color and made by cold pressing apricot kernels or seeds. The best type of apricot oil is 100% natural, cold-pressed and non-processed. This light oil is rich in fatty acids, Vitamins A, C, and E making it good for dry, natural and relaxed hair.
Benefits of apricot oil
Apricot oil has a pretty healthy list of benefits- Increased shine
- Softer, more manageable hair
- UV ray protection which makes it a great oil to use in the summer
- Relief for dry, itchy scalp
- Hydration loss control
Ways to use apricot oil
Some ways to use apricot oil and get the most benefits for your hair include:- An overnight conditioning treatment
- A scalp massage to soothe a dry, itchy scalp
- Add a few drops to your conditioner
- Sealing in moisture because it's an emollient which helps reduce water evaporation and control the loss of hydration
Have you ever tried apricot oil?
Resources: http://www.blackhairplanet.com/blog/apricot-oil-hair-growth/, http://apricotseedoil.net/apricot-seed-oil-for-hair/
Hi can I leave apricot oil in my hair to style my curls as I need a non penetrating oil to keep leaving in my hair as a styling product
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