Looking for your new favorite hair growth oil? In today’s post, we’ll go over the benefits of soybean oil for hair and how you can use it to achieve the locks of your dreams.
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You probably already know that oils can be amazing for boosting hair health – but there’s one particular oil that you might not have known you could use on your hair!
If dull, weak, and lifeless hair sounds familiar, you’re probably on the hunt for a solution. You’ve tried a few products but nothing has worked so far.
If you want to combat your hair issues, oils are a great way to help strengthen the hair, prevent breakage and add softness and shine.
Soybean oil is often overlooked in hair care, but it can help promote growth and provide the nourishment that your hair needs!
Healthy, shiny, luscious hair is on everyone’s wish list. Luckily, there is an ingredient that can help turn this into reality!
Keep reading to find out the benefits of soybean oil for hair, and how you can use it in your hair care routine to transform your hair.
About Soybean Oil
Using soybean oil as a part of your hair routine can help your hair thrive and keep it soft and hydrated. So before we get into how to use it on our hair, let’s get into some information about it.
What is Soybean Oil?
Soybean oil is an oil made from the seeds of the soybean plant. It is typically used in processed foods, but can be used on the hair and skin as well.
Many soybean oils that you’ll find will be refined and highly processed. When shopping for it, try to purchase unrefined and cold pressed oils, because many nutrients are lost in the refining process.
What Are the Benefits of Soybean Oil?
- It is a natural emollient, which means that it has the ability to provide the hair shaft with a protective barrier, helping to lock in moisture
- The protective properties also reduce the risk of environmental damage (such as pollution and heat)
- It’s rich in vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties that can fight free radicals which cause damage to hair follicles – preventing hair loss!
- The fatty acids it contains nourish the hair follicles and help to stimulate hair growth
- It can reduce scalp issues such as dandruff, dryness and itchiness
- Smooths the hair cuticle, reducing frizz and increasing shine (for more ways to close the cuticle to get healthy looking hair, check out this post!)
How to Use Soybean Oil for Hair
Let’s go over some of the ways that we can use soybean oil, to get on our way to the hair of our dreams!
Method 1: Finger Detangling
With it’s soft and smooth texture, it can help you to easily detangle your hair!
- Take a little bit of the oil and apply it to your fingertips
- Gently use your fingers to detangle your strands, slowly working through any knots
Method 2: Deep Treatment
- Warm up 3-4 tablespoons of soybean oil
- Apply to the scalp and hair, evenly coating all of the hair and massaging the scalp
- Cover the hair with a plastic cap, and let sit for 20-30 minutes (for some extra heat, use a blow dryer or heat cap)
- Shampoo and condition
For a boost to your treatment, mix it with another nourishing oil. Take a look at this post for some ideas!
Method 3: Post-Wash Sealing
- As a final step after washing your hair, apply a small amount to the mid lengths and ends of your hair
This will lock in moisture to keep hair soft and hydrated, and add shine!
FAQ’s
Who Should Use Soybean Oil?
All hair types can use this, and it’s great for curly hair. It will also greatly benefit those with dry, brittle and thinning hair, including color-treated hair.
Who Shouldn’t Use It?
Soybean oil is generally safe to use. If you have a soy allergy, check with your doctor to determine if it would be suitable for you to use.
Adding soybean oil into your hair routine can make a big impact on the health of your hair. Give it a try and see how your hair feels!
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