Batana oil -- Just another stinky oil

[snoop]

So last year for Black Friday, I ordered some batana oil. I decided to order a large jar instead of a small one because I was ordering from the US (I'm in Canada) and I didn't want to have liked it and have to pay for additional shipping and duties if I liked it and wanted another jar.

Well folks. Maybe I haven't given it much of a chance but I want "wow'ed" by it. I've been using it sparingly because of the cost. I've tried a bit, neat, as a sealant. I've tried it as a pre-poo. I've mostly used it mixed in my tallow -- made the take useless. Used some on my body....

I've got almost a whole jar left and I'm kind of disappointed. I'm not entirely sure what I was expecting but it doesn't behave any different than any of the less expensive oils that I've tried and never use.

Maybe I'll try it as a pre-poo scalp massage or in an oil rinse? Worst comes to worse it'll just use it in my body. I'm definitely going to start being more heavy handed with it because it's taking up space in my cupboard.

So ladies. What am I missing?

 

[Bette Davis Eyes]

I liked the blends I’ve tried so far. But it’s been blends. Not the straight Batana oil.

Natures ego has a wonderful one. (Pumpkin and Batana ) Alongside their Seamoss and Batana shampoo/conditioner

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[Lylddlebit]

I tried Ojon oil circa 2010. I believe it comes from the same plant as batana oil, but is processed differently. I target cold-pressed oils (the ojon) because they typically retain higher quality than other processing methods (I expect the batana to be lower quality than the ojon). I remember it being expensive, but it didn't work better on my hair than less expensive and easier-to-obtain products. So, I returned to shea butter after finishing my jar. Trying new products has always been part of the fun in my natural hair journey, so it wasn't a wasted experience, but now that batana oil is trending, I haven't rushed to try it. I expect my experience with bantana oil to be ordinary. That said, my hair is very different now than it was in 2010, and I layer my products far more efficiently now than I did back then. I can see myself trying to ojon again and bypassing the batana.

I see people are using it as a growth aid and raving about it now. I used the Ojon oil/butter as treatment on my hair and scalp when I tried it.

 

[keranikki]

I like batana oil. I use it straight out the jar. It’s the only oil that my fine, low-med porosity hair absorbs. It keeps my edges supple under my wig.

 

[Black Ambrosia]

Maybe I wasn't doing it right but I didn't get the hype. I was surprised at how thick and smelly it is. I didn't notice any results in the short term so I stopped using it.

 

[snoop]

I tried Ojon oil circa 2010. I believe it comes from the same plant as batana oil, but is processed differently. I target cold-pressed oils (the ojon) because they typically retain higher quality than other processing methods (I expect the batana to be lower quality than the ojon). I remember it being expensive, but it didn't work better on my hair than less expensive and easier-to-obtain products. So, I returned to shea butter after finishing my jar. Trying new products has always been part of the fun in my natural hair journey, so it wasn't a wasted experience, but now that batana oil is trending, I haven't rushed to try it. I expect my experience with bantana oil to be ordinary. That said, my hair is very different now than it was in 2010, and I layer my products far more efficiently now than I did back then. I can see myself trying to ojon again and bypassing the batana.

I see people are using it as a growth aid and raving about it now. I used the Ojon oil/butter as treatment on my hair and scalp when I tried it.

I almost bought this one instead. Maybe one day I'll give it a try.

Can you fine me more details as to how you used ojun oil as a hair and scalp treatment?

 

[snoop]

I liked the blends I’ve tried so far. But it’s been blends. Not the straight Batana oil.

Natures ego has a wonderful one. (Pumpkin and Batana ) Alongside their Seamoss and Batana shampoo/conditioner

Search: 3 results found for "batana oil"

Ayurvedic Hair and Skin Care Products such as scalp serums, hair food, herbal shampoos and conditioners, moisturizers, stimulating hair oils as well as skin care. All products are made with natural and naturally derived ingredients such as fenugreek, alma, bhringraj, rice water, brahmi, aloe...

mynaturesego.com

Maybe I need to try mixing it with other oils...?

 

[Bette Davis Eyes]

I definitely dig it in the oils natures ego used. I was gonna get my own pumpkin oil and batana oil to
Blend together. @snoop

 

[Lylddlebit]

I almost bought this one instead. Maybe one day I'll give it a try.

Can you fine me more details as to how you used ojun oil as a hair and scalp treatment?

Sure.

I would first wash my hair as usual, then apply it either right before or immediately after deep conditioning. I would apply it to my scalp (as if greasing my scalp), then rub it between my hands to melt it, and coat all my strands with it. I'd then cover my head with a shower cap, sleep with it i overnight to cowash it out the next day, or I'd sit under the hooded dryer for 20 minutes after application and co-wash it out the same day. That method would leave my hair soft and seal in the benefits of deep conditioning pretty well. It wasn't bad to use, it just wasn't impressive, and at the time, I was looking for staples that really made an impact on wash day. Since it was a bit pricey, hard to find, and I could get similar results with more convenient oils (or with simple moisturizing with s-curl and sealing with shea butter), I didn't repurchase it once I used it up. I would use it again. Now that my hair is healthier, and I have staples, revisiting it would help me to better evaluate its individual performance within the context of a regimen that is stable. I don't expect it to be a game-changer for me, but rather a supportive element to an already stable regimen. When I used it previously, my regimen was still coming together and not stable, so it may have been better than I thought, but just used in a grouping that did it no justice.

 

[snoop]

Sure.

I would first wash my hair as usual, then apply it either right before or immediately after deep conditioning. I would apply it to my scalp (as if greasing my scalp), then rub it between my hands to melt it, and coat all my strands with it. I'd then cover my head with a shower cap, sleep with it i overnight to cowash it out the next day, or I'd sit under the hooded dryer for 20 minutes after application and co-wash it out the same day. That method would leave my hair soft and seal in the benefits of deep conditioning pretty well. It wasn't bad to use, it just wasn't impressive, and at the time, I was looking for staples that really made an impact on wash day. Since it was a bit pricey, hard to find, and I could get similar results with more convenient oils (or with simple moisturizing with s-curl and sealing with shea butter), I didn't repurchase it once I used it up. I would use it again. Now that my hair is healthier, and I have staples, revisiting it would help me to better evaluate its individual performance within the context of a regimen that is stable. I don't expect it to be a game-changer for me, but rather a supportive element to an already stable regimen. When I used it previously, my regimen was still coming together and not stable, so it may have been better than I thought, but just used in a grouping that did it no justice.

Thanks! This makes a lot of sense.

 

[Angel of the North]

I've seen the hype about botana oil but, I've never wanted to try it, I would probably dislike the smell too. I feel like the adverts for it looks overrated, I've seen people raving about it, I've seen others saying it doesn't work for them in they way that would be expected based on the hype.

 

[keranikki]

I think Batana Oil is great for sealing your hair without creating a lot of build-up and it seems to allow for your hair to accept more moisture as the product wears off. My hair and skin absorbs Batana Oil very well. It took 2-3 washes of my hydrating shampoo to remove all traces of oil.

 

[naturalpride]

I really like batana oil but it's a blend that I get from naturaloasisproducts.com It's very hydrating and keeps my ends healthy. I use it 3 days a week. It only takes a little to get the job done.

 

[Angel of the North]

I think Batana Oil is great for sealing your hair without creating a lot of build-up and it seems to allow for your hair to accept more moisture as the product wears off. My hair and skin absorbs Batana Oil very well. It took 2-3 washes of my hydrating shampoo to remove all traces of oil.

It sounds like it works well for many people, especially when blended. I know I would hate the smell so no danger of me trying it lol. I like grapeseed and avocado oils for sealing, they are not heavy for my hair, and I find when I'm more consistent with my regimen, cowashing most wash days, I don't get any build up. I only usually shampoo once, I leave shampoo in for about 5 - 10 minutes when I'm using clarifying shampoo to let it do its work, the only time I shampoo twice is if my hair feels dry, I'll follow a clarifying poo with a hydrating/moisturising one.