Aloe Vera Hair Oil for Split Ends & Dry Hair

Ghrit Kumari Aloevera Hair Oil

Aloe vera has been revered globally for its multifaceted benefits for overall health. It is consumed in many ways including aloe vera gels, serums, aloe juice, aloe hair oil and aloe vera lip balms. It balances the Pitta dosha in the body and is supremely cooling. Widely distributed around the globe, it has over 500 varieties and is used in many products worldwide. At Anahata, we make a natural aloe vera hair oil using fresh and organic aloe vera plants. Aloe Vera Hair Oil is a traditional, handcrafted blend of exotic herbs and oils. Rich in proteolytic enzymes and anti-dandruff properties, it prevents itchiness of the scalp, adds moisture to the scalp, prevents split ends and reduces dryness of the hair. Aloe Vera contains vitamins A, C, and E which contribute to cell turnover, promoting healthy cell growth and shiny hair. It is great to reduce frizz since it locks in moisture in the hair.

Benefits of Aloe Vera Hair Oil

Prevents split ends formation: Aloe vera is a natural moisturiser and cooling agent. Applying aloe oil to the scalp provides nourishment and hydration to the hair follicles, thus making the hair strands stronger and smoother. Applying aloe vera gel to the split ends is also excellent to heal dry and damaged split ends. Hair ends get damaged due to color and heat treatments which make the hair brittle, dry and weak. Aloe vera can restore nourishment and essential vitamins to the split ends, thus allowing you to stop split ends without cutting your hair frequently.
Anti-frizz: Aloe vera has amino acids that is good for reducing frizzy hair as it strengthens and smoothens the hair. It has a similar chemical framework like keratin, which adds a glossy and shiny texture to the hair strands. Applying aloe vera hair oil by double boiling it will unlock its smoothening potential.
Reduces dandruff: While hibiscus hair oil is better for severe dandruff, aloe vera hair oil prevents itchiness. Applying aloe vera reduces the urge the scratch the head, thus reducing flaky dandruff. It also soothes inflammation, scalp infections and acts as a natural coolant. It reduces the oil buildup on the scalp and is less greasy compared to many other hair oils.

What is the Vedic significance of aloe vera?

Ghrita Kumari or aloe vera has been used in Indic sciences for a long time. Its main properties are defined as shiny, bitter and is mentioned in the Vedas & Samhitas. Aloe vera has active phytochemicals that give it a medicinal quality and make it essential for lifestyle benefits. These include amino acids for strengthening hair follicles, Vitamins B, C, K that neutralise free radicals in the body, and ezymes that reduce inflammation and irritation when applied on the skin.

What about Aloe Vera Gel?

Another excellent way to render the goodness of this magical plant for the hair is to practice Lepam with aloe vera gel. Anahata’s rose infused aloe gel is a naturally smoothening product that can restore softness to the hair.
Take 2 spoonful of rose infused aloe gel, mix it with 1 spoon yoghurt or dahi and 1 vitamin E capsule. Mix these into a bowl and apply on the bottom half of your hair before showering. Leave on for 20 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water. You can use the Keshamrit Coconut Milk Shampoo to wash the hair to retain the conditioning effects of Lepam.

How does Anahata make its aloe vera oil?

We follow a local approach in sourcing fresh and organic aloe plants, from where we scrape the aloe gel. We cook the aloe vera oil with coconut oil, kalonji, rose and whole black pepper, since these ingredients work effectively to soften the hair. A pure oil concoction that absorbs the benefits of these hair-friendly ingredients is extracted to give you our Enriching Aloe Vera Hair Oil. Our hair oil is made without any preservatives or added fragrance which is why it is super effective. It is great for men who are facing dandruff and fungal scalp infections.

How to use aloe vera hair oil?

Best to use 3 times a week, aloe vera oil is ideal for a humid climate and summer season. Practice champi with aloe oil by gently rubbing the oil into the scalp using circular motions. It is important to double boil the oil to lukewarm consistency to unlock its nourishing potential. You can also make a DIY hair mask for reducing dandruff. Mix 1 spoon aloe vera hair oil with 4 spoons of Keshamrit hair & scalp cleanser and pure rose water. Mix in a howl and apply the mask on the scalp. Remember to divide the hair in different sections with a comb and apply directly on the scalp. Leave on for half an hour before washing with the Lemon anti-dandruff shampoo.