The natural treatment of locks is made possible by certain oils such as jojoba and coconut oils . People often think locks are not maintained.
They often think that dreadlock curls don’t need to be washed, that we can just let them live their lives naturally.
However, it is not so. The choice of product you use to wash your hair is also important.
Discover in this article how to maintain the locks as well as the best oils to do it.
1 – Castor oil
Cold Pressed Castor Oil
Castor oil is arguably one of the most popular vegetable oils of recent years.
It is not only known for its applications in hair care, although these are numerous.
Extracted by pressure from the castor plant, it is an odorless, slightly yellow fatty oil.
Castor oil soothes skin irritations, fights dark circles and cleanses the skin and hair. Ideal for dry and brittle hair .
It is used in oil baths to repair, strengthen and nourish the entire length of your hair.
To promote natural hair growth, apply it to the scalp so that it acts directly on the roots.
2 – Jojoba oil
100% natural jojoba oil
Jojoba oil is a versatile oil whose plants grow mainly in desert regions. It is one of the best oils for locks.
It is a light oil, very liquid, odorless and yellow in color. Jojoba oil has many benefits that can be used on both skin and natural hair.
Ideal for all hair types , it regulates sebum production, coats the hair and slows down hair loss.
Used daily in an oil bath, it promotes vigorous and healthy hair growth . It can also be applied directly.
3 – Coconut oil![]()
Organic Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is extracted from the coconut shell. It is a dry touch oil and the smell of coconut is very sweet and delicious.
Depending on the temperature, it will be liquid or solid. It is also very effective for aesthetic hair or body care.
It works best on curly, frizzy hair that tends to be dry , and the oil won’t weigh it down or leave it greasy.
A tip, use it in your home care or in a vegetable oil combined with other vegetable oils.
4 – Carapate oil![]()
Carapate or black castor oil
One of the best oils for locks is carapate oil or black castor oil is very close to castor oil, in fact it comes from the same plant. The difference lies in the method of extraction.
For carapate oil, the seeds are roasted and boiled. This is what will give it a strong burnt smell and a yellow/caramelized color.
The ash resulting from its extraction will increase its properties and its effects on curly, frizzy and frizzy hair.
In addition to providing length, carapate oil will create volume, fight dandruff , repair split ends.
Just like castor oil, it is also suitable for skin care.
5 – Ylang-Ylang essential oil
Essential Oils Ylang-Ylang 100ml
This miraculous essential oil helps fight against all kinds of inconveniences. It is also used for hair and body care. Thanks to it, the hair regains softness, vitality, radiance and shine.
Ylang-Ylang essential oil is suitable for all hair types . It provides hydration and nutrition, and helps regulate sebum secretion for shiny hair.
Better nourished and protected, your hair will regain its shine and vitality. On the other hand, this essential oil stimulates hair growth, it also fights hair loss by improving the microcirculation of the scalp.
As a result, it is better supplied with oxygen and better nourished (from the inside) by the circulating blood, just like the hair follicles.
Recipe 1: Oil bath for hair
An oil bath is a pre-shampoo treatment that consists of one or more vegetable oils applied to dry or slightly damp hair.
Indeed, it allows them to be deeply nourished and repaired. Of course, you can choose the vegetable oil that best suits your hair.
100% Natural, Virgin, First Cold Pressed Coconut Oil is effective for the care of curly , wavy and curly hair .
For 50 ml of hair bath oil you will need at least:
- 3 and a half tablespoons of coconut oil (liquid).
- 1 tablespoon of avocado oil.
- 1 tablespoon macadamia oil .
After mixing the carrier oils in an applicator or small bowl, apply the oil in sections throughout your hair.
Then, cover your hair with a plastic cap + towel and leave for an hour.
After the contact time, rinse the oil and carry out a light shampoo or a general shampoo.
Recipe n° 2: Moisturizing mask
Masks are an important step in a hair care routine for curly, frizzy and wavy hair.
Indeed, it allows intensive hydration and nutrition of the hair . It also gives softness and recovery to drier hair . Do not hesitate if you have locks!
For 100 g of mask:
- 3 tablespoons of coconut oil (liquid).
- 4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel.
- 10 g of honey.
- 10 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil.
In a small bowl, add aloe vera, coconut oil and honey one by one.
Mix until you get a homogeneous composition. Then add the ylang-ylang essential oil and mix again.
On previously washed hair, apply the mask in sections.
Gently untangle your hair and leave the mask on for 20 to 30 minutes under a charlotte or even a heated cap for easier absorption.
Water and vegetable oil are ideal for taking care of locks.
Castor, jojoba, carapate, and coconut oils are extremely nourishing and moisturizing oils. In fact, they are among the best oils for locks even if there are others.
These oils work well when combined with pure shea butter .
Depending on the different hair textures, the mixture can be applied as a spray.
