Olive Oil
Posted by Ignorant1 on September 14, 2002 at 00:29:30: Previous Next
Alright, this is going to sound completely stupid, but at least by asking, I can probably save a few other long-hair wannabes the embarassment of making the same inquiry that I am about to:
I can vaguely recall reading about positive effects that olive oil can have on one's hair. When am I supposed to apply olive oil to my hair: Before I wash/condition my hair, or after? Do I apply it to my hair when it's wet (after having just been washed), or do I wait for it to dry first? And even then, once I've applied it, am I supposed to leave it in my hair until the next time I shower, or do I rinse it out with water after a few hours? How much am I to apply?
Incase my questions haven't given it away, I am rather ignorant on the subject. The impression I have is that I'm supposed to shampoo my hair just as I normally would and then apply some olive oil to the hair as soon as it's dried out from the wash. I'm guessing that I am to spread the oil over my hair and massage it into my scalp, and that I am to let the oil soak in for a few hours before I rinse it out with water (I assume this since I am led to believe that the oil will make my hair look too slick if I just leave it in). Are my assumptions correct? Help me!
Olive Oil
Posted by LucksKind on September 14, 2002 at 09:32:38: Previous Next
In Reply to: Olive Oil posted by Ignorant1 on September 14, 2002 at 00:29:30:
I've tried olive oil and she's not all she's cracked up to be.
Anyway, if you do want to try her, use just a bit (1/2 tsp.?)
and rub it over your hands. Then stroke it through clean, almost wet
hair.
Next towel blot the excess moisture out of your hair (this will
also take out some excess oil).
You can't just rinse out oil with water by the way, so you
will have to wait until your next shampoo for that to happen.
Good luck, but I would try other products as well.
FRIZZ-Ease has a good line of products.
Aussie 3-Minute Miracle, etc.
But if you are having major control problems,
use a light, alcohol-free gel like L'Oreal's Melting Gel
and blend it throughout your damp hair. Then style.
Re: Olive Oil
Posted by Chris on September 14, 2002 at 19:02:41: Previous Next
In Reply to: Olive Oil posted by Ignorant1 on September 14, 2002 at 00:29:30:
: Alright, this is going to sound completely stupid, but at least by asking, I can probably save a few other long-hair wannabes the embarassment of making the same inquiry that I am about to:
: I can vaguely recall reading about positive effects that olive oil can have on one's hair. When am I supposed to apply olive oil to my hair: Before I wash/condition my hair, or after? Do I apply it to my hair when it's wet (after having just been washed), or do I wait for it to dry first? And even then, once I've applied it, am I supposed to leave it in my hair until the next time I shower, or do I rinse it out with water after a few hours? How much am I to apply?
: Incase my questions haven't given it away, I am rather ignorant on the subject. The impression I have is that I'm supposed to shampoo my hair just as I normally would and then apply some olive oil to the hair as soon as it's dried out from the wash. I'm guessing that I am to spread the oil over my hair and massage it into my scalp, and that I am to let the oil soak in for a few hours before I rinse it out with water (I assume this since I am led to believe that the oil will make my hair look too slick if I just leave it in). Are my assumptions correct? Help me!
Using oil can be tricky. Unless you have naturally dry hair, I'd say don't even use it. The natural oils do a much better job. But if your hair is dry, or if you like to keep your hair clean and wash everyday, then my suggestion would be to wash and then apply the oil after your hair has dried a little but is still damp. And you only need a small amount. Focus more on the ends; you shouldn't need it on the scalp. And a very light coating goes a long way. Also, I suggest jojoba oil rather than olive oil. They say jojoba oil is the closest thing to your natural oil, and you don't smell like a salad. On a side-note, I use jojoba oil on my skin and it works great.
Thanks for the advice
Posted by Ignorant1 on September 15, 2002 at 11:12:46: Previous Next
In Reply to: Olive Oil posted by Ignorant1 on September 14, 2002 at 00:29:30:
Thanks for the replies. Chris's words were especially helpful to me; I guess I won't be using any oils after all, seeing as how my hair isn't excessively dry.
Re: Thanks for the advice
Posted by Treyn on September 15, 2002 at 18:58:10: Previous Next
In Reply to: Thanks for the advice posted by Ignorant1 on September 15, 2002 at 11:12:46:
Your a lucky man, dude!