Low porosity hair can be a bit of a mystery, but fear not! With the right homemade hair oils, you can transform those stubborn locks into a luscious mane that turns heads. Whether you’re dealing with greying hair, dandruff, or damage, we’ve got you covered. So grab your mixing bowl and let’s concoct some magic for your tresses!
Understanding Low Porosity Hair
Before we dive into the delightful world of homemade hair oils, let’s unravel the secrets of low porosity hair. Low porosity hair is a fortress with tightly bound cuticles – they’re like the guards at the gate, making it challenging for moisture to sneak in. But fear not, my friend! Armed with knowledge, we’ll storm the castle and win the battle for hydrated, healthy hair.
What Is Low Porosity Hair?
Low porosity hair refers to hair that doesn’t readily absorb water and treatments. If you have low porosity hair, it means the structure of your hair doesn’t easily allow moisture to be absorbed into your hair shaft. But here’s the twist: low porosity hair often looks smooth and shiny on the outside. Sneaky, right?
It is one of the most beautiful looking natural hair.
How to Identify Low Porosity Hair
Let’s play detective! Here are two water tests to determine if you’re part of the low porosity club:
1. The Sink-or-Float Test: Take a freshly shampooed strand of hair and place it in warm water. If it floats, congrats – you’ve got low porosity hair! If it sinks, well, high porosity it is.
2. The Water Absorption Test: Spritz water on a strand. Does it bead up like raindrops on a windshield? If yes, you’re in the low porosity gang.
Now, Let’s Talk Oils!
Ok, so when it comes to creating or choosing a hair oil for low porosity hair. We often look for hair oils that are lightweight, absorbs quickly and doesn’t weights your hair down. Just know that lightweight hair oils are your hair’s ultimate bestie.
If you are wondering which carriers oils to use for low porosity hair, there are many carriers oil that you can choose from here.
But, Right now we are just using these carrier oils in our hair oil blends since they are heat stable and we don’t want to lose out on any properties.
1. Fractionated Coconut Oil- I, literally love using fractionated coconut oil for my hair oil blend for low porosity hair, because why not it works so well and every hair care remedies has coconut oil in them and i don’t want to miss on it’s benefits. So, fractionated coconut oil is the way to go it’s lightweight, absorbs nicely and non comedogenic meaning it doesn’t clogs your pores so if you have oily scalp, this oil is your calling.
Remarkable stability at high temperatures due to its high saturation level, making it resistant to oxidation and rancidity.
2. Jojoba Oil
Similar to scalp sebum and well tolerated by hair. You will feel no greasy residue, works great for low porosity hair. Does not contain triglycerides (which can clog pores).
Jojoba oil is exceptionally heat-stableand can withstand high temperatures without significant degradation.
3. Grapeseed Oil
It’s very lightweight and good.
Grapeseed oil is heat-stable and can withstand temperatures up to 400°F (215°C).
Note: These carrier oils provided are for using in oil blends that require heat you can use any of these oils for any of the hair oil blends provided below. Otherwise, if you have argan oil, almond oils they are great too for low porosity hair but just leave them from hair oil blends that requires heat.
Now, on to the fun part. Yayy!
1. Ginger and Cloves Hair Oil
Ginger stimulates blood flow, promoting hair growth. Cloves helps hair growth and fights dandruff. Yes, it might smell spicy but it works and we all have these ingredients readily available to us.
Let me tell you, it works for alopecia as well. And, helps with hair thinning.
Note: It is a very potent recipe, if you think that your scalp is sensitive then so please patch test)
Ingredients:
• Fractionated Coconut Oil: 1 cup
• Fresh Ginger Root: 3 Tablespoons Grated
• Clove Essential Oil: 10 drops
Instructions:
1. Heat fractionated coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl until warm but not boiling.
2. Add grated fresh ginger root and clove essential oil to the warm oil. Mix well and let it cool.
3. Strain the oil to remove ginger particles.
4. Store in a glass bottle with a tight lid.
5. Keep it in a cool, dark place.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 3 months.
2. Rosemary and Peppermint Oil
Rosemary: This herb promotes hair growth, prevents hair loss and strengthens your strands.
Peppermint: Ah, the tingly sensation! Peppermint oil wakes up your hair follicles, making them more receptive to moisture. Plus, it smells mint-tastic!
Ingredients:
• Carrier Oil (Jojoba, Olive, or Almond): 1 cup
• Rosemary Essential Oil: 20 drops
• Peppermint Essential Oil: 10 drops
Instructions:
1. Mix your chosen carrier oil (jojoba, olive, or almond) with rosemary essential oil and peppermint essential oil.
2. Store the blend in a glass bottle with a tight lid.
3. Keep it away from direct sunlight and heat.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 6 months.
3. Herbal Oil For Hair Growth
Rosemary Leaves: They’re like little green superheroes. They improve circulation, which means better nutrient delivery to your hair roots.
Lavender: Not just for relaxation! Lavender oil balances oil production and keeps your scalp happy.
Amla: Indian gooseberry is packed with vitamin C, promoting hair health from within.
Black Seeds (Kalonji): These tiny seeds strengthen your hair and add shine. They’re like bling for your locks!
Ingredients:
• Rosemary Leaves: A handful
• Lavender Essential Oil: 20 drops
• Vitamin E Oil: 2 capsules (extract the oil)
• Jojoba Oil or Fractionated Coconut Oil: 1 Cup
• Amla Powder (Indian Gooseberry): 2 tablespoons
• Black Seeds/ Powder (Kalonji): 1 1/2 tablespoons
Instructions:
1. Infuse rosemary leaves in jojoba oil for a week (place them in a glass jar and keep it in a warm spot).
2. After a week, add lavender essential oil, vitamin E oil, amla powder, and black seeds (kalonji) to the infused oil.
3. Strain the oil to remove any solid particles.
4. Store in a dark glass bottle and Keep it in a cool, dry place.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 6 months.
4. Curry Leaves + Onion Oil
Curry Leaves: These magical leaves strengthen your hair follicles and prevent hair loss. Say hello to thicker strands!
Onion Juice: It might make you cry (not because of its effectiveness, but because onions do that), but it’s a powerhouse for hair growth.
Ingredients:
• Curry Leaves: A handful
• Onion Juice: 1/2 cup
• Coconut Oil: 1 cup
Instructions:
1. Heat coconut oil and add curry leaves.
2. Once the leaves turn crispy, add onion juice.
3. Strain the oil and let it cool. And, Store in a glass container with a tight lid.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 2 months.
5. Amla Oil for Greying Hair
Amla: Remember that Indian gooseberry we talked about earlier? Well, it’s back! Amla prevents premature greying and adds a touch of youthfulness to your locks.
Ingredients:
• Amla Powder: 1/4 cup
• Coconut Oil: 1 cup
Instructions:
1. Mix amla powder with coconut oil.
2. Heat the mixture gently until warm.
3. Strain the oil to remove any residue. And, Store in a dark glass bottle.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 3 months.
6. Kalonji and Fenugreek Hair Oil
Kalonji and Fenugreek: They’re like the dynamic duo of hair repair and hair loss. Kalonji strengthens, and fenugreek adds shine. Together, they’re unstoppable!
Ingredients:
• Kalonji (Black Seeds): 2 tablespoons
• Fenugreek Seeds: 2 tablespoons
• Fractionated Coconut Oil: 1 cup
Instructions:
1. Crush kalonji seeds and fenugreek seeds.
2. Mix them with coconut oil. Heat the mixture gently using double boiler for 15-20. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
3. Strain the oil and Store in a glass container.
7. Neem & Tea Tree (Danruff Buster)
Neem Leaves: These leaves are like the superhero squad fighting off dandruff and scalp irritation. Sayonara, flakes!
Tea Tree: It’s the no-nonsense oil that kicks dandruff’s butt. Plus, it smells refreshing—like a forest after rain.
Ingredients:
• Neem Leaves: A handful
• Tea Tree Essential Oil: 15 drops
• Fractionated Coconut Oil: 1 cup
Instructions:
1. Crush neem leaves and mix them with coconut oil.
2. Heat the mixture gently to infuse the neem goodness. Add tea tree essential oil and Strain the oil.
8. Peppermint oil (Hair Growth & Dandruff Duo)
Fractionated Coconut Oil: This lightweight oil won’t weigh down your hair or leave it feeling greasy. It’s like a gentle hug for your scalp.
Peppermint: It cools your scalp, fights dandruff, and wakes up your hair follicles. It’s like a refreshing minty breeze for your head!
Ingredients:
• Fractionated Coconut Oil: 1 cup
• Peppermint Essential Oil: 10 drops
Instructions:
1. Mix fractionated coconut oil with peppermint essential oil.
2. Store in a glass bottle with a tight lid.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 6 months.
9. Avocado Oil And Roseship oil (Damage Control)
Avocado Oil: Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, avocado oil nourishes and repairs your hair. It’s like a spa day for your locks!
Rosehip Oil: Think tiny fairies sprinkling magic dust on your split ends. That’s rosehip oil! It’s lightweight, absorbs quickly, and leaves your hair feeling silky. Say goodbye to hair drama!
Ingredients:
• Avocado Oil: 1 cup
• Rosehip Oil: 4 tablespoons
Instructions:
1. Mix avocado oil and rosehip oil.
2. Store in a dark glass bottle.
Storage: This oil blend can be stored for up to 6 months.
10. Chebe Oil
Chebe: This secret treasure from the Sahara strengthens, protects, and adds some serious shine. It’s like a mystical elixir for your strands. Tip: If you have low porosity curly kinky hair, you need to try this please.
Ingredients:
• Chebe Oil: 1/4 Cup
• Fractionated Coconut Oil: 1 cup
Instructions
1. Mix and Enjoy
There you have it, my hair-loving friend! Ten magical hair oils to transform your locks from “meh” to “heck yeah!” Remember, consistency is key. Use these oils regularly, and your hair will thank you by doing a little happy dance (okay, maybe not literally, but you get the idea).
Now go forth, mix those potions, and flaunt your fabulous mane.
