Thoughts On This Homemade Hair Growth Oil???

[Tefnut]

Thank you ladies!

Thought I saw a couple of posts saying that the seeds were more potent and would yield better growth results.

I never used the seeds and have used the powder a couple of times with my deep conditioner. The results were great just messy trying to get the granules out of my hair.

I have not yet but I do have some powder that I know I will use in either this oil or a hair rinse. Either way, it will be used since it's still beneficial to hair growth.

I've always used Fenugreek powder with no problems. Just stir it up or shake it up occasionally.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

Am I missing something??? Ive been researching the shelf life of fenugreek seeds and the various oils included in the recipe . I haven't been able to find anything that warrants tossing the oil out after 4 wks. Based on what Ive read grape seed oil is the only one that starts to go rancid after 3 months. Coconut/castor oil can last forever if you store it in a dark place and a well sealed container.

Thanks for posting. This helps!

 

[mzteaze]

Thank you ladies!

Thought I saw a couple of posts saying that the seeds were more potent and would yield better growth results.

I never used the seeds and have used the powder a couple of times with my deep conditioner. The results were great just messy trying to get the granules out of my hair.

Yes fenugreek can get messy. I've had better success using it as a pre-poo on oiled hair and making sure the mix is completely blended up as much as possible. I soak it then throw it in a blender.

 

[Aggie]

Thank you ladies!

Thought I saw a couple of posts saying that the seeds were more potent and would yield better growth results.

I never used the seeds and have used the powder a couple of times with my deep conditioner. The results were great just messy trying to get the granules out of my hair.

Ooooh did you strain your mix before putting in your hair? I usually strain it, sometimes twice to get all the powders out of my oil. Next time I use fenugreek seed powder I will double up the knee hi stockings and see if that will work better.

 

[mzteaze]

Am I missing something??? Ive been researching the shelf life of fenugreek seeds and the various oils included in the recipe . I haven't been able to find anything that warrants tossing the oil out after 4 wks. Based on what Ive read grape seed oil is the only one that starts to go rancid after 3 months. Coconut/castor oil can last forever if you store it in a dark place and a well sealed container.

I took her recommendation as just that - a recommendation. I don't toss my oil out after 4 weeks AT ALL. I keep it stored in a dark cool cabinet in the basement so there is really no real reason to toss it.

Honestly, if you only knew how long many manufacturers keep stuff like that stored in less temperature controlled environments, you all would roll your eyes at those kinds of casual recommendations.

If you are REALLY concerned, be sure to store your oil in OPAQUE containers - not clear - to store your oil mix and keep in a cool, dry, dark space.

 

[Aggie]

If you are REALLY concerned, be sure to store your oil in OPAQUE containers - not clear - to store your oil mix and keep in a cool, dry, dark space.

Agreed. Mine is stored in dark amber bottles and it has kept pretty good for well over 2.5 months also in a cool dark place.

 

[Sharpened]

I used mine today as a pretreat, although I may or may not wash. Mine came out as a loose jelly because of the babassu. I used it straight out the jar, no straining, since it is such a small amount. It made my ear a bit warm, meaning it does do something.

 

[Hairties]

I used fenugreek powder in my first batch. I put it in it's own coffee filter tied up. I added seeds to the batch before I used the infusion. I liked it and didn't get any residue in my hair using the batch.

This second batch I only used the seeds. I may end up putting a little powder in a filter for the remaining oil.


I finally used the new batch on freshly washed hair. It's got the tingly feeling back so that bodes well for this batch since I used basically all new oils.

 

[Alma Petra]

I used mine today as a pretreat, although I may or may not wash. Mine came out as a loose jelly because of the babassu. I used it straight out the jar, no straining, since it is such a small amount. It made my ear a bit warm, meaning it does do something.

Which Babassu is best? The refined or the virgin?

 

[Sharpened]

Which Babassu is best? The refined or the virgin?

The virgin is best, but it smells like weird popcorn. I use either one.

 

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[Tefnut]

No, I just mixed it in with the deep conditioner and put it on my hair overnight. My curls were popping and elongated when I rinsed it out. I might make a tea with the powder and then strain it before adding to the conditioner.

Ooooh did you strain your mix before putting in your hair? I usually strain it, sometimes twice to get all the powders out of my oil. Next time I use fenugreek seed powder I will double up the knee hi stockings and see if that will work better.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

My new third batch smells divine. I'll apply some tonight and massage it into my scalp using my vibrating scalp massager. I feel so thankful to God for blessing us with amazing and divine oils for our hair and body and health. He's a good God.

Also, mainly because I enjoy playing and experimenting, I'm going to make some of Chicoro's Moisture-drenched Prepoo using the oil! I will compare the effects/results/experience with the commercial prepoos that are in the mail and on the way.

Here's the link to the thread post: https://longhaircareforum.com/threads/you-need-a-moisture-drenched-pre-poo.509482/

Here's the recipe in the OP. For "your favorite oil," I'll be using my CurlyProverbz oil.

Ingredients you will need:

In a bowl mix

· ½ cup of aloe vera juice or whole leaf aloe vera

· 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite oil (wheat germ, olive, safflower, walnut etc)

In a separate Bowl melt

· Food grade coconut oil (1/4 cup)​

 

[mzpurp]

I bottled my second batch (about a week ago) and started a third with the herbs that were already there (being lazy)...

This weekend I'll add more herbs and try to get some fenugreek seeds bc all I have now is the powder....

I added my herbs over the weekend. I never got a chance to get the seeds, so I used the powder again.

I did substitute Wheat Germ oil for the JBCO (only bc I couldn't locate the latter lol) and I added some drops of thyme oil. I left it sit on the candle warmer for abt 12 hrs on Sat and Sun.....

 

[Alma Petra]

Guys is this oil supposed to be thick like castor oil? And if not, what thin oils can one use to thin it out?

 

[beauti]

I STILL have my first batch! And it hasn't gone rancid or anything. I still have my fenugreek at the bottom of my bottle. I've used this oil at least three times a week the past few months and I must say it contributed to my length retention. I wasn't using any other form of growth aid so I definitely attribute my growth to this. This oil has also made my hair incredibly thick. Like, CRAZY thick!

Here's a pic I posted at the beginning of this challenge and a pic I took couple days ago, and this is after a trim. Not only will I continue to use this oil the rest of the year, I will also make her henna tea spritz and apply a few times a week. I'm trying to keep every strand of hair on this head in order to reach my goal!

 

[beauti]

Guys is this oil supposed to be thick like castor oil? And if not, what thin oils can one use to thin it out?

You can use grape seed oil or even jojoba oil

 

[Aggie]

I STILL have my first batch! And it hasn't gone rancid or anything. I still have my fenugreek at the bottom of my bottle. I've used this oil at least three times a week the past few months and I must say it contributed to my length retention. I wasn't using any other form of growth aid so I definitely attribute my growth to this. This oil has also made my hair incredibly thick. Like, CRAZY thick!

Here's a pic I posted at the beginning of this challenge and a pic I took couple days ago, and this is after a trim. Not only will I continue to use this oil the rest of the year, I will also make her henna tea spritz and apply a few times a week. I'm trying to keep every strand of hair on this head in order to reach my goal!

Wow, awesome results @beauti.

 

[beauti]

Thank you sis @Aggie

 

[Alma Petra]

You can use grape seed oil or even jojoba oil

Thank you!

 

[Daina]

I STILL have my first batch! And it hasn't gone rancid or anything. I still have my fenugreek at the bottom of my bottle. I've used this oil at least three times a week the past few months and I must say it contributed to my length retention. I wasn't using any other form of growth aid so I definitely attribute my growth to this. This oil has also made my hair incredibly thick. Like, CRAZY thick!

Here's a pic I posted at the beginning of this challenge and a pic I took couple days ago, and this is after a trim. Not only will I continue to use this oil the rest of the year, I will also make her henna tea spritz and apply a few times a week. I'm trying to keep every strand of hair on this head in order to reach my goal!

Great results! The thickness to me is the best part.

 

[beauti]

@Daina thank you sis

 

[keranikki]

I'm still going strong with my first batch of oil and hair butter concoction. I oil my scalp as needed, but I realized this past wash day that my hair benefits more when I use it as a pre-poo.

Side note: my hair butter does not agree with flax seed gel.

 

[Jade Feria]

I STILL have my first batch! And it hasn't gone rancid or anything. I still have my fenugreek at the bottom of my bottle. I've used this oil at least three times a week the past few months and I must say it contributed to my length retention. I wasn't using any other form of growth aid so I definitely attribute my growth to this. This oil has also made my hair incredibly thick. Like, CRAZY thick!

Here's a pic I posted at the beginning of this challenge and a pic I took couple days ago, and this is after a trim. Not only will I continue to use this oil the rest of the year, I will also make her henna tea spritz and apply a few times a week. I'm trying to keep every strand of hair on this head in order to reach my goal!

Great growth! I'm still on my first batch too.

 

[beauti]

I just made her hair strengthening tea and her henna, amla, brahmi oil.
I also made another growth oil infusion. I used mahabhringaraj oil instead of castor (ran out). It's very moisturizing and my favorite ayurvedic oil.
Next I will make her whipped shea butter and amla infused coconut oil mix.

 

[Daina]

Just re-upped on my fenugreek seeds so I will be starting a new batch this weekend. So far I've liked my first batch best so going back to the beginning. It will basically mirror her original formula with the Vit C and MSM included.

 

[imaginary]

I love this mix. I just think it's cool how I can feel the fenugreek slip in the oil. I think my next go round, I'm going to stick to castor oil. I think using such a dry-ish oil (sunflower) doesn't help with the dryness of either the henna or msm.

 

[beauti]

@Jade Feria thank you your hair in your avatar is amazing!

 

[Tefnut]

The bolded will be included in mine as well. Very excited to try it out.

Just re-upped on my fenugreek seeds so I will be starting a new batch this weekend. So far I've liked my first batch best so going back to the beginning. It will basically mirror her original formula with the Vit C and MSM included.

 

[yaya24]

This.
I don't throw out my batches. Now that my youngest sister is back in town from college, I am OK with sharing since no matter how much tweaking I do to my mix, I always end up with at least 8-10oz lol.

I took her recommendation as just that - a recommendation. I don't toss my oil out after 4 weeks AT ALL. I keep it stored in a dark cool cabinet in the basement so there is really no real reason to toss it.

Honestly, if you only knew how long many manufacturers keep stuff like that stored in less temperature controlled environments, you all would roll your eyes at those kinds of casual recommendations.

If you are REALLY concerned, be sure to store your oil in OPAQUE containers - not clear - to store your oil mix and keep in a cool, dry, dark space.