Among the natural products for hair care, there is one that is still little known, despite its many benefits. We are talking of amla oil, obtained from the small fruits of emblica officinalis from India, that has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine for its numerous qualities. Let's discover more about this ingredient, the beauty secret behind the beautiful hair of Indian women!
BENEFITS AND PROPERTIES OF AMLA OIL
• Amla oil to stimulate hair growth
Some drops of amla oil are perfect for massaging into the scalp, to stimulate hair follicles and thus promote hair growth. In fact, amla is rich in antioxidants, especially vitamin C and flavonoids, which deeply nourish the roots and fight hair loss.
• Amla oil to remove dandruff
The active ingredients in amla oil perform an anti-dandruff action, and have an antibacterial and purifying effect on the skin. This Indian oil is especially effective on dry dandruff and dermatitis, as it deeply moisturizes the scalp, eliminates inflammation and soothes itching.
• Amla oil against white hair
Among the qualities of amla oil, we also find the ability to preserve the color of the hair fiber. Graying hair can greatly benefit from the application of this oil, which supports the pigmentation of the hair fiber. Precisely for this reason, amla is often combined with henna to intensify its effect, and this is why a constant use of amla oil could slightly darken the hair.
• Amla oil to counteract hair loss and strengthen the hair
This oil makes the hair soft and shiny, and a regular application reinforces it, preventing the formation of split ends and giving body to brittle hair that breaks easily. It makes the hair smooth, silky, and deeply nourished. Your hair will be flowing and easy to comb: amla therefore is a must-have if your hair is frizzy and dry.
HOW TO USE AMLA OIL
• Amla oil to massage the scalp
We recommend applying a few drops of amla oil to the scalp and gently massaging it with circular movements to promote its complete absorption. Amla oil is suitable on both damp and dry hair, for example before shampooing, once or twice a week.
• Amla oil leave-on mask for damaged hair
Amla oil is perfect to massage even on the hair fiber, to give the hair shine and softness and nourish brittle hair tips. This oil smoothes frizzy hair and makes it flowing and easy to comb. To obtain this result, it is recommended to leave amla oil on the hair as a mask for 20 to 60 minutes. Leaving it on throughout the night is ideal for restructuring damaged hair.
• Amla oil: enhanced effect with essential oils
An amla oil mask, made by leaving pure amla oil on the hair, will be even more effective by adding a few drops of natural essential oils. For dandruff problems for instance, just add a few drops of antibacterial tea tree oil; to stimulate hair growth instead, we suggest mixing a few drops of essential oil of rosemary or mint.