Almond oil benefits for hair

Almond oil

 Almond oil oil is extracted from the almond kernel itself, and it is considered one of the oils that have a positive effect on the body in general, and its benefit is due to the fact that it contains an appropriate amount of monounsaturated amino acids, which makes it a light oil of cholesterol, vitamin E, potassium, proteins, and zinc. , and other vitamins and minerals. There are two types of almond oil: bitter almond oil and sweet almond oil. Which specializes in many of the benefits for hair and skin that we will address in this article.

Almond oil benefits for hair

 There are many proven benefits of almond oil for hair, and the following are some of them:

 Increase hair length and vitality; This is because it contains magnesium, which in turn prevents hair loss to a large extent.

Getting rid of brittle hair, where a mixture of almond oil, olive oil and castor oil is mixed in equal quantities and massaged into the hair, and applied once or twice a week to feel the difference.

Giving the hair a radiant look; This is because it contains high concentrations of proteins, vitamin A, vitamin B, and vitamin E, which in turn add shine to the hair, and it also contains the omega amino acid, which helps protect hair from ultraviolet rays.

 Treat dandruff by mixing it with amla powder and leaving it on the hair for half an hour, and then washing it.

Reduce scalp infections.

How to make almond oil at home

 While you can find almond oil sold in the market; You can also make it yourself at home, and the method is:

Ingredients:

One cup of almond kernels. 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil.

 Glass container for storing oil.

 How to prepare:

Almond kernels are ground using a mixer at a low speed, and then gradually increased with stopping operation every 5 minutes so that the ground almonds do not stick to each other.

 When the almonds turn into small crumbs, olive oil is added, and then the mixture is mixed again.

 Then the mixture is placed in a glass container and left for two to three weeks at normal room temperature, after which you will be able to separate the oil from the mixture and save it in another glass container for use.