Why Is Coconut Oil The Best Natural Solution For Hair Loss?

Coconut and a Sacred Tradition
The coconut palm is one of the most revered trees in the Indian tradition. It is often referred to as kalpavriksha, which means “the all giving tree”. The sacred importance of this tree continues to grow in modern times. You can find the fruit in your locality and is commonly used in religious ceremonies even if there is no palm tree within a thousand kilometres. The palm tree does not disappoint when it comes to preventing hair loss either. Only recent scientific discoveries have shed light on the true potential of a palm tree for stopping hair loss.

Benefits of Coconut oil for hair

• Coconut oil has many essential minerals, fats and proteins along with potassium and iron. These ingredients are extremely healthy for overall hair growth.
• Research shows that individuals with dry skin can improve the moisture and fat content of their skin by using coconut oil massage. This might explain the champi and maalish culture that is traditionally widespread in Indian homes.
• Additionally, research also shows that coconut oil also acts as a great sunscreen by blocking almost 20% ultraviolet rays from the sun.
• The lauric acid in coconut oil sticks naturally with the protein in hair to make roots and strands a lot stronger. This protects hair from breakage.
• Sebum our body is our natural oil to prevent our scalp from becoming too dry. Coconut oil is known to mimic sebum in such properties for better health.
• If you are facing excess heat during summer or tired of the pollution in the city, coconut oil penetrates the hair shaft and coats hair follicles from roots to prevent hair loss.
• Coconut oil contains various antioxidants and nutrients like vitamin E, K and iron boost hair restoration and regrowth.
• Coconut oil also prevents harmful fungal and bacterial problems that limit hair growth. Additionally, it also boosts blood circulation to the scalp and hair.

So have you found enough reasons here to try a coconut oil therapy at home today? Try the following simple steps.

Coconut Oil Massage

• Warm a bit of coconut oil and massage your hair.
• Wash hair after an hour.

Or

• Mix coconut milk with a little water.
• Apply it on the specific hair experiencing hair loss.
• Wash hair the next morning.