Take a peek these fantastic anti-ageing hair care oils, and some tips for renewing your hair\u2019s lost and sumptuous youth.<\/p>\n
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Our Top 5 Hair Care Oils<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhen you want to give your hair some special loving care that will blow it backwards and give it a new lease on life, you can\u2019t go wrong with natural oils. They\u2019re one of those beauty secrets that just work because they are naturally suited to your body. Your skin and hair just love healthy oils, because they are nature\u2019s version of your very own body oils. By using natural oils to anti-age your hair, you also avoid adding the excess burden of more additives and toxins.<\/p>\n
\nCoconut Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\nCoconut oil has been prized since ancient India for its ability to boost hair growth and health, and still holds its own.<\/p>\n
\n- Boosts hair growth:<\/strong> Antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin E, vitamin K and iron, will coax back your hair\u2019s softness and lustre.<\/li>\n
- Stimulate blood circulation<\/strong> in the scalp \u2013 you can spoil yourself with a coconut oil head massage too.<\/li>\n
- Conditions: <\/strong>Fatty acids bind to hair protein, protecting both the roots and strands from breakage. Lauric acid easily penetrates the hair shaft to smooth it.<\/li>\n
- Hydrophobic:<\/strong> it repels water and helps your hair retain valuable moisture, also protecting it from heat.<\/li>\n
- Smooth:<\/strong> an excellent treatment for dry brittle hair and those frustrating frizzy hair moments.<\/li>\n
- Anti-Dandruff:<\/strong> The various fatty acids present in coconut oil are effective for dandruff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
![\"Crede](\"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/crede-virgin-coconut-oil-218x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Crede Organic Virgin Coconut Oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\nEncourage Hair Growth with Coconut Oil<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Warm coconut oil <\/strong>by placing a jar of warm water, don\u2019t destroy its precious structure by microwaving okay?<\/li>\n
- Dampen your hair with warm water <\/strong><\/li>\n
- Apply oil<\/strong> to hair and directly to roots with fingertips<\/li>\n
- Massage<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Cover with Shower cap or towel<\/strong> and leave for up to half an hour, or even overnight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
![\"Hey](\"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/hg-coconut-hair-oil-218x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Hey Gorgeous Coconut Hair Oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\nBaobab Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\nOur next hair hero is from the fruit of our quirky local friend the Baobab Tree.<\/p>\n
\n- Shine: <\/strong>Although it\u2019s oil, its effect isn\u2019t greasy. It moisturises your hair and gives it a lustre that will brighten your day<\/li>\n
- Deeply penetrating: <\/strong>Baobab penetrates your hair deeply, so it has a wonderful effect on elasticity and suppleness<\/li>\n
- Hair food: <\/strong>Vitamin E protects hair from environmental damage and has an impressive fatty acid profile that creates a protective film on the hair\u2019s surface. This detangles and shines your hair as it seals in moisture<\/li>\n
- Fragile dry hair: <\/strong>All the nourishing and protective properties mean that Baobab oil is particularly excellent for fragile, dry and damaged hair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
![\"Nautica](\"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nautica-baobab-oil-218x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Nautica Organic Baobab Oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\nCastor Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\nDon\u2019t think horrible thoughts about being made to down a tablespoon of castor oil. This stuff is good and really works well for thickening and plumping your hair back to happiness.<\/p>\n
\n- Increases hair growth and controls hair loss <\/strong>with Ricinoleic acid and omega- 6 essential fatty acids which accelerate blood circulation to the scalp, encouraging the growth of copious thick locks<\/li>\n
- Anti-dandruff and anti-bacterial<\/strong> properties fight off the beasties such as dandruff<\/li>\n
- Smoothes frizzy hair and split ends: <\/strong>Because it penetrates so deeply, it smooths the hair cuticles and helps to make quite a dramatic difference in the little hair foible of frizziness, helping regain lost shine and texture. It can doctor split ends too<\/li>\n
- Natural conditioner and moisturiser: <\/strong>Castor oil leaves a coating on the hair shaft that locks precious moisture in<\/li>\n
- Apply <\/strong>some castor oil in your hair at least 15 minutes before using a shampoo. Leave this on for half an hour before a thorough wash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
![\"nautica-castor-oil\"](\"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nautica-castor-oil-218x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Nautica Cold Pressed Castor Oil<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n
\nArgan Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\nArgan oil is sometimes called liquid gold and is wowed by hairdressers as a magic bullet for hair, whether as a nourishing treatment, or for styling it to a smooth, flawless finish.<\/p>\n
\n- Essential\u00a0fatty acids and nutrients: <\/strong>Argan is a fount of fatty acids and vitamin E, the usual skin and hair suspects, which do amazing things for damaged, dry, coarse or unruly hair<\/li>\n
- Frizz: <\/strong>Its most popular application is smoothing that frantic frizz down, for shimmering flowing, manageable hair<\/li>\n
- Antioxidants: <\/strong>Boosts scalp cells and encourages them to produce healthy hair as well as regrowth<\/li>\n
- Style<\/strong>: Argan tames your hair and makes it easier to manage and style. It absorbs easily doesn\u2019t leave a greasy residue. It makes hair oh-so-soft and shiny<\/li>\n
- Conditioning: <\/strong>locks in moisture and protects your hair<\/li>\n
- Healing: <\/strong>good for dandruff and also can help reverse the damage done by artificial chemicals<\/li>\n
- Non-irritating<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
![\"Argan](\"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/argan-vanilla-conditioner-218x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Argan & Vanilla Conditioner<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\nSome Argan Style<\/strong><\/h3>\nGive your hair an immediate gloss and tame your frizz by smoothing a pea-size amount of argan oil through it when you style.<\/p>\n
\nShea Butter<\/strong><\/h2>\nShea butter rounds off our champions with a potent punch in the young hair department. Shea butter is a wonder for restoring hair growth and shine.<\/p>\n
\n- Growth: <\/strong>Shea butter stimulate hair growth<\/li>\n
- Rejuvenates <\/strong>the scalp and so promotes super-thick fast-growing hair<\/li>\n
- Remedies <\/strong>falling hair<\/li>\n
- Conditions <\/strong>with fatty acids and is rich in vitamins<\/li>\n
- Non-clogging and Soothing<\/strong> for dandruff and dry scalp<\/li>\n
- Vitamin A:<\/strong> supports healthy hair oil production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Treat your Hair <\/strong><\/h3>\nMelt\u00a0some shea butter and working through your hair. Cover with shower cap or towel and leave on for 30 minutes or longer. Wash out with a natural shampoo.<\/p>\n
![\"Nautica](\"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nautica-shea-butter-218x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Nautica Unrefined Shea Butter<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\nSome General Anti-Ageing Hair\u00a0Care Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/h3>\nGood Nutrition<\/strong><\/h3>\nHair is one of those things you can feed from the inside and out. Firstly make sure you get plenty of:<\/p>\n
\n- Protein<\/li>\n
- Silica found in cucumber, mango, green leaves, beans, celery <\/strong>and also in the herb horsetail<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Zinc is high in pumpkin seeds, brazil nuts and eggs<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Vitamin A is needed by the body to make oily sebum which provides a natural moisturiser and conditioner for a healthy scalp<\/li>\n
- Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin of the B complex, encourages hair and scalp health found in nuts, brown rice and oats<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Also, make sure you have enough iron<\/strong> in your diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once your hair is out there, there are taking care of and maintaining it on the outside is the next step. Hair renewal is a bottle away, and not only that, there are natural solutions that are pure natural goodness. Harsh chemicals in many hair care products build up on your hair, and worse, can be absorbed into your scalp, creating more damage by interfering with your hair\u2019s own natural functioning.<\/p>\n
Water<\/strong><\/h3>\nUse a water filter on your showerhead to avoid excessive minerals and chlorine.<\/p>\n
Washing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Washing your hair too often can lead to dried out hair and an imbalanced scalp<\/li>\n
- Don\u2019t overburden your hair with too much shampoo<\/li>\n
- Use a good non-toxic shampoo<\/a> that doesn\u2019t dry out your hair<\/li>\n
- Be gentle with your hair when it is wet as it is more fragile, detangle it gently with a wide tooth comb while it has conditioner in it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Drying<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Use a less damaging ionic hairdryer if you are going to\u00a0heat-style your hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Colour<\/strong><\/h3>\nLike never before, there is a choice of some lovely and effective non-toxic natural hair dyes<\/a> for you to brighten and flatter your beautiful face with. Choose colours that are softening and suite your skin tone.<\/p>\nHere\u2019s to many a happy hair day!<\/p>\n
Back to our Roots: Herbal Hair Dyes<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Coconut oil has been prized since ancient India for its ability to boost hair growth and health, and still holds its own.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Boosts hair growth:<\/strong> Antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin E, vitamin K and iron, will coax back your hair\u2019s softness and lustre.<\/li>\n
- Stimulate blood circulation<\/strong> in the scalp \u2013 you can spoil yourself with a coconut oil head massage too.<\/li>\n
- Conditions: <\/strong>Fatty acids bind to hair protein, protecting both the roots and strands from breakage. Lauric acid easily penetrates the hair shaft to smooth it.<\/li>\n
- Hydrophobic:<\/strong> it repels water and helps your hair retain valuable moisture, also protecting it from heat.<\/li>\n
- Smooth:<\/strong> an excellent treatment for dry brittle hair and those frustrating frizzy hair moments.<\/li>\n
- Anti-Dandruff:<\/strong> The various fatty acids present in coconut oil are effective for dandruff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Crede Organic Virgin Coconut Oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
Encourage Hair Growth with Coconut Oil<\/strong><\/h3>\n
- \n
- Warm coconut oil <\/strong>by placing a jar of warm water, don\u2019t destroy its precious structure by microwaving okay?<\/li>\n
- Dampen your hair with warm water <\/strong><\/li>\n
- Apply oil<\/strong> to hair and directly to roots with fingertips<\/li>\n
- Massage<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Cover with Shower cap or towel<\/strong> and leave for up to half an hour, or even overnight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Hey Gorgeous Coconut Hair Oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\nBaobab Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Our next hair hero is from the fruit of our quirky local friend the Baobab Tree.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Shine: <\/strong>Although it\u2019s oil, its effect isn\u2019t greasy. It moisturises your hair and gives it a lustre that will brighten your day<\/li>\n
- Deeply penetrating: <\/strong>Baobab penetrates your hair deeply, so it has a wonderful effect on elasticity and suppleness<\/li>\n
- Hair food: <\/strong>Vitamin E protects hair from environmental damage and has an impressive fatty acid profile that creates a protective film on the hair\u2019s surface. This detangles and shines your hair as it seals in moisture<\/li>\n
- Fragile dry hair: <\/strong>All the nourishing and protective properties mean that Baobab oil is particularly excellent for fragile, dry and damaged hair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Nautica Organic Baobab Oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\nCastor Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Don\u2019t think horrible thoughts about being made to down a tablespoon of castor oil. This stuff is good and really works well for thickening and plumping your hair back to happiness.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Increases hair growth and controls hair loss <\/strong>with Ricinoleic acid and omega- 6 essential fatty acids which accelerate blood circulation to the scalp, encouraging the growth of copious thick locks<\/li>\n
- Anti-dandruff and anti-bacterial<\/strong> properties fight off the beasties such as dandruff<\/li>\n
- Smoothes frizzy hair and split ends: <\/strong>Because it penetrates so deeply, it smooths the hair cuticles and helps to make quite a dramatic difference in the little hair foible of frizziness, helping regain lost shine and texture. It can doctor split ends too<\/li>\n
- Natural conditioner and moisturiser: <\/strong>Castor oil leaves a coating on the hair shaft that locks precious moisture in<\/li>\n
- Apply <\/strong>some castor oil in your hair at least 15 minutes before using a shampoo. Leave this on for half an hour before a thorough wash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Nautica Cold Pressed Castor Oil<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n
\nArgan Oil<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Argan oil is sometimes called liquid gold and is wowed by hairdressers as a magic bullet for hair, whether as a nourishing treatment, or for styling it to a smooth, flawless finish.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Essential\u00a0fatty acids and nutrients: <\/strong>Argan is a fount of fatty acids and vitamin E, the usual skin and hair suspects, which do amazing things for damaged, dry, coarse or unruly hair<\/li>\n
- Frizz: <\/strong>Its most popular application is smoothing that frantic frizz down, for shimmering flowing, manageable hair<\/li>\n
- Antioxidants: <\/strong>Boosts scalp cells and encourages them to produce healthy hair as well as regrowth<\/li>\n
- Style<\/strong>: Argan tames your hair and makes it easier to manage and style. It absorbs easily doesn\u2019t leave a greasy residue. It makes hair oh-so-soft and shiny<\/li>\n
- Conditioning: <\/strong>locks in moisture and protects your hair<\/li>\n
- Healing: <\/strong>good for dandruff and also can help reverse the damage done by artificial chemicals<\/li>\n
- Non-irritating<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Argan & Vanilla Conditioner<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
Some Argan Style<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Give your hair an immediate gloss and tame your frizz by smoothing a pea-size amount of argan oil through it when you style.<\/p>\n
\nShea Butter<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Shea butter rounds off our champions with a potent punch in the young hair department. Shea butter is a wonder for restoring hair growth and shine.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Growth: <\/strong>Shea butter stimulate hair growth<\/li>\n
- Rejuvenates <\/strong>the scalp and so promotes super-thick fast-growing hair<\/li>\n
- Remedies <\/strong>falling hair<\/li>\n
- Conditions <\/strong>with fatty acids and is rich in vitamins<\/li>\n
- Non-clogging and Soothing<\/strong> for dandruff and dry scalp<\/li>\n
- Vitamin A:<\/strong> supports healthy hair oil production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Treat your Hair <\/strong><\/h3>\n
Melt\u00a0some shea butter and working through your hair. Cover with shower cap or towel and leave on for 30 minutes or longer. Wash out with a natural shampoo.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Nautica Unrefined Shea Butter<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n
\nSome General Anti-Ageing Hair\u00a0Care Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/h3>\n
Good Nutrition<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Hair is one of those things you can feed from the inside and out. Firstly make sure you get plenty of:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Protein<\/li>\n
- Silica found in cucumber, mango, green leaves, beans, celery <\/strong>and also in the herb horsetail<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Zinc is high in pumpkin seeds, brazil nuts and eggs<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Vitamin A is needed by the body to make oily sebum which provides a natural moisturiser and conditioner for a healthy scalp<\/li>\n
- Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin of the B complex, encourages hair and scalp health found in nuts, brown rice and oats<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Also, make sure you have enough iron<\/strong> in your diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once your hair is out there, there are taking care of and maintaining it on the outside is the next step. Hair renewal is a bottle away, and not only that, there are natural solutions that are pure natural goodness. Harsh chemicals in many hair care products build up on your hair, and worse, can be absorbed into your scalp, creating more damage by interfering with your hair\u2019s own natural functioning.<\/p>\n
Water<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Use a water filter on your showerhead to avoid excessive minerals and chlorine.<\/p>\n
Washing<\/strong><\/h3>\n
- \n
- Washing your hair too often can lead to dried out hair and an imbalanced scalp<\/li>\n
- Don\u2019t overburden your hair with too much shampoo<\/li>\n
- Use a good non-toxic shampoo<\/a> that doesn\u2019t dry out your hair<\/li>\n
- Be gentle with your hair when it is wet as it is more fragile, detangle it gently with a wide tooth comb while it has conditioner in it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Drying<\/strong><\/h3>\n
- \n
- Use a less damaging ionic hairdryer if you are going to\u00a0heat-style your hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Colour<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Like never before, there is a choice of some lovely and effective non-toxic natural hair dyes<\/a> for you to brighten and flatter your beautiful face with. Choose colours that are softening and suite your skin tone.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s to many a happy hair day!<\/p>\n
Back to our Roots: Herbal Hair Dyes<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
- Be gentle with your hair when it is wet as it is more fragile, detangle it gently with a wide tooth comb while it has conditioner in it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Zinc is high in pumpkin seeds, brazil nuts and eggs<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Rejuvenates <\/strong>the scalp and so promotes super-thick fast-growing hair<\/li>\n
- Frizz: <\/strong>Its most popular application is smoothing that frantic frizz down, for shimmering flowing, manageable hair<\/li>\n
- Anti-dandruff and anti-bacterial<\/strong> properties fight off the beasties such as dandruff<\/li>\n
- Deeply penetrating: <\/strong>Baobab penetrates your hair deeply, so it has a wonderful effect on elasticity and suppleness<\/li>\n
- Dampen your hair with warm water <\/strong><\/li>\n
- Stimulate blood circulation<\/strong> in the scalp \u2013 you can spoil yourself with a coconut oil head massage too.<\/li>\n