Jojoba oil is a natural product that can be used to moisturize and condition hair and scalp. It is rich in vitamins and minerals that nourish hair, including vitamin C, B vitamins, vitamin E, copper, and zinc. Here are some ways to use jojoba oil for hair:
Direct Application
- Warm the oil up beforehand so its easier to apply. Massage a teaspoon or more jojoba into scalp and hair, letting it soak in for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight, then shampoo.
- Apply a few drops of jojoba oil to your scalp and hair just before you wash your hair using a shampoo. Massage it gently with your fingertips to let your scalp absorb it properly. Also, make sure you apply it from the root to the tip. This will help create a protective shield while shampooing so that the natural moisture of your hair is sealed.
- Add three to five drops to your conditioner, or apply one to two drops to damp hair after showering. If you have split or dead ends, massage jojoba oil into the ends after showering and before styling your hair.
Add to Products
- Drop a few drops of jojoba oil (about 3–5 drops) to a dollop of your favorite shampoo or conditioner before use.
- Simply buy a shampoo or conditioner that includes jojoba oil as one of its natural ingredients.
As a Hair Mask Ingredient
- Jojoba oil can be used as one of the ingredients of your hair mask. It helps to nourish a dry scalp and is a restorative hair treatment. It can be combined with rehydrating ingredients such as avocado, oatmeal, olive oil, and eggs.
It is important to note that if you have weak, brittle, or dry hair or notice a lot of split ends, you can use jojoba oil for your hair as a leave-in conditioner. However, jojoba oil is not yet known to stimulate hair growth or prevent hair loss. Also, avoid direct application to the scalp to steer clear of clogged scalp pores. If applying for dry scalp or dandruff, add very little directly to skin (about 1–2 drops) . If your hair feels greasy or oily after using jojoba, it is because you are using too much jojoba. A little goes a long way, start with a drop and work up.
