Onion oil these days is quite popular for hair care and it is widely and very easily available commercially. Onion contains sulfur that is said to boost hair growth and there are also some published research work on the same. Onion oil not only helps boost hair growth but it is also great for your skin. If you are in a lookout for an all natural home-made recipe for DIY Onion Oil, You are at the right place!
RECIPE FOR DIY ONION OIL
Things you need-
- 2-3 big sized onions
- 2 cups olive oil or almond oil
Directions-
To make onion oil, you first need to dice onions and toss them in the blender to make a fine paste. Now, add 2 cups of olive oil or almond oil in a saucepan and place it on medium flame. Add in onion paste and let it cook until the onion becomes dark and starts floating (sometimes a dark residue settles in the bottom) in the oil. It is important to make sure that the onion residue is dark and fully fried otherwise the water molecules can make the oil go bad pretty soon. Let this cool down completely before you strain. Store the onion oil in an easy to use jar and use it as and when required.
BENEFITS AND WAYS TO USE
Hair Growth
Onion oil contains sulfur that helps in hair growth and nourishes hair follicles. Strengthens hair and makes it grow longer and stronger. All you can do is apply warm oil directly on your scalp and hair and massage it for 10 to 15 minutes. Where a shower cap for 1 to 2 hours and then use a shampoo as you normally would.
Damaged Hair
Contains nutrients that prevents oxidation and keeps your hair super healthy and soft. It repairs hair damage and the oil base moisturizes and adds shine. You can make your very own potent hair mask by mixing together equal quantities of onion oil and avocado. You can also add in few drops of fenugreek seed oil if you have for added benefits. Massage this on your scalp and hair for a few minutes and wear a top knot. You can use a shampoo after 2 to 3 hours but it Is best kept overnight.
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Dandruff
This helps maintain the regular pH of your hair and scalp and this way it inhibits unwanted fungal or bacterial growth. Helps fight fungus induced dandruff and because it also has moisturizing properties, it also helps with dandruff caused due to dry weather. Simply mix together equal quantities of coconut oil and onion oil and use it as a hot oil treatment two hours before you have a hair wash.
Premature Greying
Helps nourish hair follicles and it helps prevent premature greying. This is not going to reverse grey hair but will definitely delay greying. All you need to do is apply warm onion oil directly on your hair and scalp and massage for a few minutes. Keep it overnight for best results and then use a shampoo. For additional benefits, add in fenugreek essential oil.
Anti-Acne
Has anti septic, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties that helps fight acne and keep your skin clear. You can use onion oil to massage your facial skin for a few minutes and then use a forming face wash. You can also use this oil as a 30 minute mask.
Uneven Skin Tone
Contains vitamins including vitamin C that helps lighten dark spots and even out skin tone. You can mix together 2 tablespoons of rice flour, a teaspoon of onion oil and enough rosewater to make a paste. Use it as a 15 to 20 minute face mask.
Dry Chapped Lips
If you have dry and chapped lips, onion oil can help nourish and moisturize. Apply it directly on your lips or use it overnight. Alternatively, you can also mix this with some shea butter and whip it together to make your only butter.
NOTE-
- Always patch test before hand.
- Use organic ingredients only.
- If you are suffering from a health condition or if you are pregnant or lactating, consult your doctor before trying out any new remedy or product.
