A Staple Ingredient For Natural Hair Care

Flax Seed Oil For Hair Growth

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Throughout history and still today, flaxseed oil has been celebrated for its many uses. The current trend toward finding natural hair care solutions has led people to take a closer look at flaxseed oil as a possible alternative

Flaxseed oil comes from the seed of the flax plant, a plant that has been cultivated for over 5000 years. In the last few decades, flaxseed has been subject to interest in the scientific community due to its possible beneficial properties and the numerous claims attributed to it by traditional sources. Scientific studies have found that “Flax is a rich source of ALA, high-quality proteins, antioxidants, and lignans”. It is well documented that flax is an excellent source of nutrients such as vitamin B12, biotin, riboflavin, niacin, pyridoxine, pantothenic acid, and folic acid. 

Traditions

Ancient Egyptians cultivated flax in order to produce linen and traditionally flax has been used to feed animals and for industrial purposes. However, the beneficial applications of flaxseed are mentioned in medieval books on medicinal herbs in both Asia and Europe. In India, flaxseed is one of the plants often mentioned in traditional Ayurveda medicine lore. The mysterious origins of Indian Ayurveda medicine are said by some to even predate recorded human history. According to Ayurveda, flaxseed is “believed to bring mental and physical endurance by fighting fatigue and controlling aging process”. 

Uses

Today, flaxseed has become a popular “functional food” and is now found sprinkled in everything from smoothies to baked goods. Vegans and vegetarians often eat flax as part of their diet as it contains a high level of protein. Aside from being a delicious and nutritious addition to the food you eat, flaxseed oil can also be beneficial when used in hair products. 

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Promotes Hair Growth

Preliminary studies have shown that consistent use of flaxseed oil over time can thicken and strengthen hair to some degree. This is supported by the abundant presence of proteins found in flaxseed. Essential for hair growth, protein is one of the building blocks of hair, and it is what helps your hair maintain the foundation of its structure.is the text area for this paragraph. To change it, simply click here and start typing. 

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Anti-Ageing

Flaxseed oil is not a magic potion that will suddenly lengthen your hair and make gray hair disappear. However, the ALA, which is an omega 3 oil, and the antioxidants that are found in flaxseed oil do work to resist the scalp’s natural aging process. This can, in some circumstances, slow hair loss and the onset of gray hair. 

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Health & Strength

The flax fibers of the plant that flaxseed oil is derived from are smooth, flexible, and full of luster. The term “flaxen” hair comes from the description of the soft flax fibers. It is a suitable comparison as flaxseed oil also helps hair to become stronger and healthier-looking.

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Youth

Overall, the major flaxseed oil benefit for hair is that its rich nutrients like protein and selenium work together against the symptoms of the body’s natural aging process to help keep hair stronger and more youthful.

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 Flaxseed Oil and Hair FAQs

  • Can Flaxseed Help Hair Grow?

    The jury is still out on if flaxseed will cause your hair to grow. Having said that, there is some indication that the ALA, omega 3 oil present in flaxseed may have a positive effect on hair growth. One study found these findings to be positive enough to warrant further investigation.

  • Does Flaxseed Oil Regrow Hair?

    Flaxseed oil is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants have been shown, under certain circumstances, to address symptoms of hair loss.

  • Can Flaxseed Cause Hair Loss?

    No, it seems this is not normally the case. In fact, one preliminary study found that the application of flaxseed oil may be a promising way to address hair loss but also suggests further study is needed to confirm this finding.

  • Does Flaxseed Reverse Gray Hair?

    Reversing gray hair is a big claim. However, with use over time, the nutrients found in flaxseed oil have been found to slow the overall aging process of the scalp which could lead to a possible reduction in gray hair.


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