Raechele Cochran Gathers, MD Avocado oil is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powerhouse, which gives it many benefits for the hair and for the scalp. Many scalp and hair problems start with inflammation, and avocado oil has natural properties which can help it decrease inflammation and boost the health of your scalp and hair.
Avocado Oil Nutrients
Avocado oil is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for your scalp and hair. Avocado oil is mineral rich and a great source of vitamins like Vitamins A, C, E, K and B6. Avocadoes are also a great source of essential fatty acids.
Improves Hair and Scalp Health
- Contains antioxidants (shields from harmful free radicals from stress/pollution)
- Rich in biotin
- Helps reduce inflammation
- Strengthens and lubricates hair
- Helps reduce breakage
- Improves shine
Good for Low Porosity Hair
Avocado oil is relatively light, so it won’t weigh down low porosity hair the way some heavier oils and butters can. Also, monounsaturated oils like avocado oil diffuse into and penetrate the hair strands better than other types of oils. It’s particularly good for hair that tends to get dry and brittle.
Helps Reduce Inflammation
Inflammation is at the heart of many types of scalp issues, such as itching and dandruff. Inflammation can also lead to more hair shedding. Avocado oil packs an anti-inflammatory punch, helping to support the natural barrier of the scalp, which is important for maintaining the natural balance of the scalp.
How to Use Avocado Oil for Hair
Scalp Massage
Try massaging avocado oil into your scalp for 3-5 minutes a few nights a week. The natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the oil, along with the enhanced blood flow from massage, can help to fortify your strands and nourish your scalp. Scalp massage may also stimulate hair growth.
Hair Mask
Avocado oil makes a great pre-poo hair mask to help fortify the hair cuticle defend your strands from hygral fatigue and damage from shampoos. Avocado oil is also great as part of a regular scalp care routine. Scalp serums with avocado oil, such as Ayur+Fix E Ayurvedic Energy and Balance Serum work to balance the scalp andreduce inflammation and damage from free radicals.
Hair Strengthening Oil
Smooth a few drops of avocado oil into the length of your hair daily as part of your LCO or moisturizing method. Make sure to pay attention to your ends to help seal in moisture and give your hair a healthy non-greasy luster.
