How to Use Castor Oil for Hair Loss

If you have patches of thinning hair or find your hair is falling out on a regular basis, Castor oil can be used to treat the scalp and stimulate hair growth. Hair loss can be a result of several health conditions, but there are several natural solutions to encourage hair to grow faster. Oil solutions of castor oil and grape seed oil are an effective treatment for hair loss.

Things You'll Need

• Large towel
• Bottle of Castor oil
• Large jaw clip
• Grape seed oil
• Regular shampoo

Instructions

1. Prepare your scalp for treatment. Wash your hair with regular shampoo and rinse thoroughly. Towel dry and let it air dry for 5 to 10 minutes.

2. Prepare castor oil solution. Mix equal parts castor oil and grape seed oil to create an oil treatment.

3. Apply castor oil solution to the scalp. Slowly massage the castor oil into the scalp to cover it entirely. Make sure all areas including the base of the scalp near the neck and patches around the ears are covered with the oil solution.

4. Wrap your hair in a towel. Create a "hair turban" with the towel and clip it in place with the jaw clip. Make sure the entire scalp is covered with the towel.

5. Let the treatment set for at least 15 to 20 minutes.

6. Rinse the hair with warm water.

7. Repeat the process at least 1 to 2 times per week. This will help stimulate hair growth and help slow down hair loss over time.

Tips & Warnings

• Castor oil does not have any scent. You can add essential oils and herbal extracts for a sensual treatment.

• Sitting under a heat lamp can intensify the effects of the treatment.

• Avoid mixing too many essential oils into the treatment as this can dilute the castor oil mixture.

• Make sure all of the oil has been rinsed out thoroughly.

• Be sure to avoid getting the oil solution into eyes or on clothing.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish