Hot Oil Massage For Hair Growth

Hot Oil Massage For Hair Growth :

A warm oil massage is said to be more effective than a cold oil massage as heat can increase blood circulation, thereby boosting nutrient supply to hair follicles. Hair also absorbs oil better when it is warmer. Just be careful of not overheating the oil as it could scald your skin – heat enough oil so that it’s just hot enough to touch without burning your skin. Do not overheat as it can destroy the nutrients.

Dampen hair with water and apply oil to both scalp and hair. Leave on for as long as you prefer. Wash with a mild shampoo.

• Raised cuticle scales will readily absorb oil. If oiling after washing hair, avoid applying to the roots as it can weigh down your hair.

• If you’re short on time, simply mix a few drops of hair oil with your conditioner and massage into hair strands.

• Fill a bowl with water and add a tablespoon of hair oil to it. Swish around and soak your hair in it for 15-20 minutes. Wrap a towel around your head to maximise benefits, leaving on for an hour or so. Wash off with a mild shampoo.

• Fill a spray bottle with water and add in a few drops of hair oil. Shake well and spray onto damp hair. This nourishes hair and protects it from damage caused by heat styling procedures and tools.

• Apply hair to dry scalp and hair. Soak a towel in warm water and wring it. Wrap around head to enhance the healing properties of the oil.

Do's and Dont's :

 When oiling hair, don’t dump all the oil onto your head; dip your fingers into the oil, make partitions in your hair with your fingers, and gently apply onto scalp. Indulekha Bringha Oil comes with a selfie comb – a unique dispensing mechanism that helps in application.

• It's possible that your hair fall is caused by improper massage techniques; rubbing oil into the scalp using your palm will likely lead to breakage. Massage your scalp using your fingertips for 10-15 minutes to boost blood circulation. Refrain from tugging at your hair. • Avoid heat styling your hair after treating your tresses to the best.


• One rule to abide by when massaging the scalp is to not use your fingernails. Massage techniques are of two types - effleurage and petrissage. Effleurage uses stroking and circular movement of hands, while petrissage involves lifting and kneading the scalp. The former is most recommended and beneficial.

• Consider dabbing on oil on the scalp with a piece of cotton – it’s gentler than your fingers.

• Using more hair oil than is necessary won't do your tresses any good. You'll also need more shampoo to wash it off. So remember to use adequate oil, but don't douse your hair and scalp in it.

• Always remove knots and tangles before massaging your hair or else you'll end up with more tangles leading to breakage.

• Bear in mind that hair roots tend to loosen up after a head massage so avoid tying hair up tightly as it can lead to hair fall.

• Oiling hair regularly is a must for maximum benefits, but too often and you could do more harm than good for your locks. Stick to massaging no more than twice a week. Remember that shampooing too often can strip your scalp and hair of natural oils, worsening skin and hair conditions.

• Pick carrier and essential oils that work for your scalp and hair type and address specific problems that you have. For example, almond oil is nourishing and prevents dandruff while argan oil is great for dry frizzy hair.

• Do give your scalp and hair time to absorb all the goodness of the oil. Wait for at least 30 minutes to an hour before shampooing.