Oils

[brittanynic16]

Does anyone notice any difference in the oils they use, like jojoba, olive, castor, rosemary...? Do they have different effects or do they all do they same thing?

 

[Supergirl]

My oils are jojoba, avocado, apricot kernel, & aloe vera. IMO, they are all very different though the apricot kernel and avocado are similar. The jojoba is definitely different than any other oil I've used.

 

[Nyambura]

Hey Brittanynic

,

Check out Jade's diary: Oils. She does a fantastic job of explaining various oils and their effects on her hair. Jade is a LHCF member and very knowledgeable about many aspects of hair care. Her suggestions have helped the growth and health of my hair immensely.

 

[shinyblackhair]

Where would you find jojoba oil and avocado oil?

 

[mspretty]

you can find them at any hair care store. I see them in Sally's all the time, I have been wanting to try the jojoba oil, but haven't yet.

 

[Nyambura]

I've bought my jojoba oil from Mountain Rose Herbs. It's 100% certified organic and is sold in the largest amount for the least $$$ I've found so far: e.g., 8 ounces for $12.75 or 16 ounces for $21. It's one of the many wonderful product recs I've picked up from Jade.

As for avocado, click on the link I provided in my previous post. Jade reviews avocado oil and provides the vendors she gets it from.

Good luck!

 

[brittanynic16]

Which is the best?

 

[Nyambura]

It depends on what result you're seeking.

I have never used avocado oil so I can't speak about its effects on my hair. Jojoba oil I really like because I have fine hair that craves moisture but doesn't react well to being weighed down with heavy oils (if I'm not wearing a protective style like a bun). The advantage of jojoba oil is that it mimics sebum, the substance our scalps naturally produces. But Jade can explain the differences better than I can. Here is her one-page explanation of olive oil, jojoba oil, and avocado oil and their individual effects and benefits: Oils Explained.

Good luck!

 

[brittanynic16]

From what I read, I gathered that Olive oil is heavier that jojoba oil. Well, I do not have fine hair but I still do not want something that weighs my hair down. I am using olive oil now and it does seem to make my hair heavy.I think i will get some jojoba oil and us the olive oil as a hot oil treatment.

 

[shinyblackhair]

I presently use EVO oil and I love the way it works on my hair. I have very THICK hair so it doesn't really weigh down my hair, plus I don't use a whole lot...I'm really interested to try the jojoba and avocado oils, though...I will have a look for it this weekend.

 

[sithembile]

I just love jojoba oil, I used to use olive oil for treatments and it would make my hair hard and greasy, but jojoba oil adds shine and softness. If it was cheaper, I would use it for hot oil treatments as well.

 

[Lengthwanted]

I don't know the meaning behind the oils, but I do know the different effects I received from using different oils. I have to say that jojoba is a favorite for me as well, although like many have said very expensive. I feel into some jojoba oil that was on sale at a clothing store and decided to buy the 4 oz bottle for I believe $.75. Loved it. It seemed to make my hair healthier and shiner. After running out of that I turned to wild hair growth oil (mixture of various oils) - does not really apply here. Then after running out of that I tried the olive oil. I do not know what benefits I'm getting from this olive oil

. I slap some on my hair after I do conditioner only washes. It does not make my hair shine, I'm guessing it is helping with sealing in the moisture but I use it with a combination of other hair products to get my desired effect.

 

[brittanynic16]

Thanks ladies! I guess I made the right choice with the jojoba. I can't wait unitl it gets here so I can see. But, in the mean time, I have to stick with the olive oil.