women`s secret

Flax is one of the most useful plants that grow in the vastness of our country. About its magic properties legends were composed, and flaxseed oil for hair has been successfully used for centuries. To date, nothing has changed - among the current women this oil is very popular.

What does flaxseed oil consist of?

Flaxseed oil, obtained after pressing the seeds of flax, contains a lot of nutrients that have a beneficial effect on the condition of strands and skin. Most of it consists of different acids:

• Linolenic;
• Arakhinova;
• Palmitin;
• Olein;
• Stearin;
• Linoleic;
• Eicosenic.

How does flax oil work on hair?

Masks with linseed oil for hair carry a huge benefit:

• Saturate the scalp with active substances and eliminate irritation and itching;
• Normal work of the sebaceous glands and reduce the fatness of the strands;
• Helps eliminate all types of dandruff;
• Treat overdried, weathered and weak hair;
• Stimulate the growth of strands;
• Strengthen follicles;
• Make your hair silky and smooth, moisturized and shiny.

Flax oil can be used both outside and inside. In the latter case, it is added to different dishes or they drink on an empty stomach every day (1 tablespoon 20 minutes before meals). The course lasts 2-3 months. This is very useful in the winter, when the hair needs special care and suffer greatly from temperature changes and lack of vitamins and minerals.

Folk cosmetology and flax oil

Women are increasingly recalling folk recipes, boldly adding flax oil to different masks. The ability to quickly absorb into strands and a relatively low fat content made it a universal product for hair of any type.
Traditional recipe for a mask based on flax
In most cases, the linen hair mask is made from undiluted oil. It is evenly stretched along the entire length, paying more attention to the ends. The processed hair is hidden under a film and a dense towel. Hour through 2-2,5 mask should be washed off.

Regular and proper application of flax oil for hair will restore the strands health, strength and brilliance.
Mask for good growth
Composition:

• Kashitsa onions - 3 tbsp. spoons;
• Flaxseed oil - 2 tbsp. spoons;
• Honey - 1 tbsp. a spoon.

How to cook:

1. We rub the onion on a grater and separate 3 tbsp. spoons.
2. We add honey and butter.
3. We rub into the radical zone for 40 minutes before taking a shower.

To improve the effect, we wrap the head with a cap and a towel. If the mask is applied badly, lightly moisten the hair with warm water.

Mask for split ends
Composition:

• Cognac - 5 tbsp. spoons;
• Yolk - 1 piece;
• Flax oil - 2 tbsp. spoons.

How to cook:

1. We combine flax oil with yolk and cognac.
2. Apply the composition to wet roots for about 30 minutes.
3. We wash strands with shampoo.

Mask of burdock root and flax oil
Composition:

• Burdock root (dry and finely chopped) - 0.5 cup;
• Flaxseed oil - 150-200 grams.

How to cook:

1. We collect half a cup of chopped lupus root.
2. We add to the edges of linseed oil.
3. We insist for exactly 24 hours.
4. We use it to lubricate damaged and dry strands.
5. Rinse off after half an hour with shampoo.

And you can make a mask from the seed of flax and olive oil:
Flaxseed oil for sebaceous type
Composition:

• Flax oil - 1 tbsp. a spoon;
• Lemon juice - 3 tbsp. spoons.

How to cook:

1. We combine oil with fresh lemon juice.
2. Lubricate the strands with a mask for 30 minutes.
3. We wash out a head with shampoo.

Mask for dried hair
Composition:

• Flaxseed oil - 50 grams;
• Glycerin - 30 grams.

How to:

1. Mix glycerin with flax oil.
2. We impregnate strands along the entire length.
3. We make a mask every evening for 30 days.

Repeat masks from linseed oil for at least 3 months at least 2 times a week. Remember about its preventive role - add a little bit of oil to the finished balm. Enriched in this way, the tool will give the strands a smoothness and strengthen their shine.

There is one flaw in linseed oil - an unpleasant smell that remains on the hair. You can remove it with the help of ethers. Add in the mask literally 3 drops of ylang-ylang, myrrh, incense or chamomile - they will give their hair a luxurious fragrance.

How to choose and store?

When choosing linseed oil for hair in a supermarket or pharmacy, be careful and careful not to buy a fake. What characteristics should you pay special attention to?

• Color - yellow and pure, without impurities and opacities;
• Aroma - it's almost none;
• Shelf life - not very big;
• Packaging - from an opaque material;
• Price - good linseed oil can not cost a penny;
• Reputation of the company - trust only proven brands.

And now some advice on storing flaxseed oil.

• Advice 1. Give preference to the oil obtained by cold pressing.
• Tip 2. Store it in a glass container (darkened) in a dark and cool place.
• Tip 3. Close the lid tightly, do not leave the oil open.
• Tip 4. The shelf life of the oil after opening the bottle is 30 days. Do not use it after this period. If you feel a specific bitter-bitter smell, feel free to send the bottle to the garbage.

If these conditions are not observed, the oil will quickly oxidize and not only lose all its properties, but will also become very harmful. It should also be remembered that this product should not be subjected to even minimal heat treatment.

Each young lady dreams of beautiful hair. With the appearance of linen oil in the cosmetic bag, you will make your dream come true. The main thing - do not be lazy and make useful masks regularly.