New Delhi, December 2 (IANS). Hair care is considered very important in Ayurveda. It has been said since ancient times that hair not only promotes beauty, but it is also the axis of our health and lifestyle. According to Ayurveda, the nature of every person’s body is different and the way of nourishing hair also changes depending on Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
It is important to take care of using the right oil, right quantity, right temperature and right time etc. Nowadays people apply oil to their hair, but often due to some small mistakes, they do not get the benefit and the hair starts looking weak or dry.
The biggest mistake people make is applying too much oil. People think that by applying more oil the hair will shine and become stronger, but in reality it is not so. If there is excess oil in the hair, it will become sticky and there will be difficulty in washing the hair. It is said in Ayurveda that oil should be applied only as much as the hair and scalp require. A little oil, which can easily reach the scalp with fingers, is sufficient. This provides nutrition to the hair roots and makes the hair stronger.
Another big mistake is using very hot oil. Too hot oil can be harmful to both hair and scalp. Due to this, hair loses its moisture and hair starts breaking. Therefore, the oil should be lukewarm, so that it can nourish the hair roots, but does not harm the hair and scalp. Applying lukewarm oil not only strengthens the hair but also increases its shine.
Sleeping overnight after applying oil is also not the right way. In earlier times, people used to apply oil and sleep overnight, but nowadays there is more dust and dirt in the air. Leaving oil on overnight can cause dust to accumulate on the head and cause itching or infection in the hair. Therefore, after applying oil, it is better to wash the hair after doing a light massage for about half an hour. This provides necessary nutrition to the hair and keeps the head clean.
Often people apply oil every day, but this habit is not right. Applying oil daily makes the hair more sticky and the scalp’s ability to produce its own oil reduces. According to Ayurveda, applying oil two or three times a week is sufficient. This keeps the hair strong, their shine is maintained, and nutrition reaches the hair roots properly.
Choosing the right oil is also very important. Everyone’s hair needs are different. If hair is dry, breaking, or falling out, coconut, almond, or amla oils are good. These maintain moisture in the hair and strengthen the roots. If hair becomes oily quickly or hair feels very sticky, then olive or castor oil should be used. This strengthens the hair and keeps the scalp balanced. Choosing the wrong oil can damage the hair and also reduce its shine.
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