Can you get thicker, healthier hair from using coconut oil on dry hair? This luxurious tropical oil may provide instant moisturizing for dry, brittle hair.

Find out from the results of this study below:

Mumbai, India - Researchers conducted a study to determine if coconut oil is an effective treatment for dry, damaged hair.

Previous research showed coconut oil helps prevent hair damage from combing. This study was done to compare the effects of different oils on hair in treating dryness and overall hair health.

The following oils were used in this study:

• Mineral oil - Popular in hair oil formulas in India, non-greasy, and is low cost.
• Sunflower oil - Second most widely used base oil in hair oil formulas. Has a low freezing point and odorless at room temperature.
• Coconut oil - Comprised of special fats which are attracted to hair proteins; this action allows the oils to actually penetrate the hair shaft.

Researchers used these oils in a variety of different hair treatments to determine the overall affect on hair structure.

And the results are:

• Coconut oil was the only oil that reduced protein loss in damaged and undamaged hair.
• Sunflower and Mineral oil did not help in reducing protein loss in hair.

Researchers believe these results are due to the different composition of the oils used in this study.

They concluded that using coconut oil on dry hair may give you thicker hair with less drying and split ends. It appears that coconut oil was the only natural oil that could penetrate the hair shaft; this helps prevent hair damage and dryness resulting in stronger and healthier hair.

Comments:

So it appears you can use coconut oil on dry hair.

I've tried it and found it made my hair thicker and full. It's really easy to do; you can learn how at my webpage, Using Virgin Coconut Oil for Hair Moisturizing and Conditioning.

I think this is the ultimate in organic hair care. If you're looking for a natural way to thicken and moisturize your hair, give it a try. I hope you get as good results as I have. You can also look into using products such as coconut oil shampoo for that natural hair care treatment.

Coconut Oil Hair Products for Soft, Silky Hair

If you want strong, thick, healthy hair, try using virgin coconut oil. This healthy oil is proven to nourish and moisturize dry hair.

I used regular virgin coconut oil in my hair, but some people like to use products with added botanicals and anti-oxidants in their hair products.

Here are some hair products I found that contain coconut oil for moisturizing and hair conditioning:

ORGANIX Nourishing Coconut Milk Self-Heating Coconut Oil contains coconut oil to add hydration and balance to your hair. You also get a blend of organic coconut milk to nourish your hair and egg proteins to add strength and elasticity.

If you want even more shine and want to prevent split ends and dryness, try using VIGOROL Coconut Oil Conditioning Hair Dress This moisture-resistant formula will give your hair the nourishment it needs to stay soft and supple.

Using Organic Fiji Nourishing Lotion is a natural way to moisturize and treat dry and irritated skin. This can even be used as an intensive treatment for damaged hair. It's contains vitamins and anti-oxidants for added hair health.

Using pure and natural coconut oil on dry hair is one of the best ways to treat and moisturize the hair shaft. Virgin coconut oil's penetrating qualities make it the ideal natural oil for thick healthy hair.

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