Parachute Advanced Coconut Hair Oil

Carrier Oils

These are oils that can be used by themselves. However you can also mix them with essential oils. Of these sweet almond, sesame and coconut oils are some of the carrier oils that are popularly used for oiling and massaging the head.

Sweet almond oil, known for its versatility, is known to be warm and light. Sesame oil is popular for head massages. It strengthen and conditions the hair. Coconut oil is very popular since it is light and easily absorbed. It also blends well with essential oils. It has softening and moisturizing qualities and this makes it ideal for dry, brittle and also chemically-treated hair. It gives a glossy sheen to the hair.

Essential Oils

Essential oils need diluting with carrier oils and are used due to their peculiar qualities for a head massage. They can make the massage a more pleasurable experience. Several amongst these are lavender, sandalwood, geranium, rosemary, frankincense, ylang ylang, cedar wood, etc.

Of these lavender is most commonly used and is known for its relaxing and balancing properties that make it ideal for use against stress, insomnia, anxiety and depression. It is used to treat lice, hair-fall and dandruff.

Sandalwood with its woody and haunting aroma is great for calming the mind and relaxing the nervous system. It’s a great stress-buster. It softens and smoothens the skin and the scalp.

Geranium is a light floral fragrant oil that is refreshing and balancing and is used on dry and greasy hair.

Rosemary is not just good for relaxing but is also a great stimulant and is therefore a popular during periods of mental work. It is used to treat greasy hair, dandruff and hair loss. It does a wonderful job of restoring shiny dark hair.