Benefits of lemon oil for hair lightening

Lemon oil is one of the best beneficial oils for the body, and it can be used in more than one way to benefit from it, either by applying it topically on the skin or by inhaling it after steaming. For its many benefits on the skin and hair, it is used in the preparation of many care products for each of them, and we will mention here in the article how to use lemon oil to lighten hair and its benefits in general for hair.

Benefits of lemon oil for hair

It strengthens hair follicles and stimulates their growth. Fights hair loss and works to intensify it. Gives hair the vitality and natural shine it needs. Protects hair from pollutants and external factors. It is useful in treating dandruff and treats infections caused by fungal infections and germs. It contains a large number of vitamins that provide the hair with the necessary food. Protects hair from breakage. It helps in hair growth in a short time. It is suitable for all types of hair and treats most of its problems. It helps lighten the color of brown hair, and it can be used to dye white hair. [1]

How can lemon oil be used to lighten hair color?

First method

the ingredients:

Two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar

30 drops of lemon oil

15 drops of chamomile oil

10 drops of Paradise lemon oil

5 drops of rosemary oil

How to prepare and use:

Mix all ingredients in a bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with water, stirring well to mix the ingredients. Spray the mixture on your hair or on the places you want to lighten only. Lie in the sun for 30 minutes, then check the color. If you want a lighter color, apply more mixture and continue to sit in the sun. Wash your hair well and apply a lot of conditioner to your hair to give it the necessary moisture.

The second method

the ingredients:

A tablespoon of coconut oil, which can be replaced with vitamin E oil or argan oil

20 drops of lemon oil

10 drops of chamomile oil

juice of half a lemon

How to prepare and use:

Mix the ingredients with the water as before. Spray the mixture on damp or dry hair. Sit in the sun for 30-60 minutes. Wash your hair well with shampoo and then conditioner.

How to use lemon oil to moisturize hair

First method

the ingredients:

4 tablespoons of lemon oil

1 tablespoon of olive oil

1 tablespoon of virgin coconut oil

1 tablespoon of castor oil

A few drops of lavender essential oil

How to prepare and use:

Mix lemon oil with coconut oil in a bowl. Add the rest of the oils and keep mixing well. Using a dropper, apply the mixture to the scalp, massaging well with your fingertips. Keep massaging for 5-10 minutes. Store the remaining serum in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

The second method

Add 10 drops of lemon oil to a bottle of shampoo or conditioner. Or use 2-3 drops of lemon oil directly on the scalp as part of your hair care routine.

Third method

the ingredients:

Two teaspoons of lemon oil

One or two cups of warm water

How to prepare and use:

Mix the ingredients. Wash hair well with shampoo and dry it. Wash the hair with the mixture and then wash it again with warm water. Repeat this method twice a week. This mask will give a pleasant smell to your hair. [2]

Precautions when using lemon oil on hair

Avoid using lemon oil on the hair if there are wounds or infections on the scalp. Test the sensitivity of the skin first before use, so as not to irritate the scalp. Lemon oil may damage dark hair if it is left on the hair for longer than mentioned in the recipes above. Use the original oil of lemongrass, and stay away from packaged products to avoid exposing your hair to preservatives. You may need to sit in the sun for a long time to get the color you want, so use sunscreen, so you don\’t get dark spots. You can add many other essential oils, such as jojoba oil or rosemary oil, to protect your hair from damage from exposure to direct sunlight. [3]