some info on my boo thang (safflower oil):
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) is a plant of the family Asteraceae, native to countries such as Iran, North-West India, North America and the Far East. Safflower oil is extracted from the seeds of safflower, which has been used to treat baldness, cholesterol, fatty acids and for the treatment of hair loss.
Safflower Oil Benefits for Hair
Safflower oil rich is highly rich in polyunsaturated fats, containing 77% of linoleic acid (omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs)), 10% saturated fats, and 13% oleic acid (omega-9s - monosaturated). This also contains high levels of vitamin E, alpha-tocopherol and phytosterol and thus helps in preventing and treating EFA deficiencies in the body. For hair growth Safflower oil contains large amounts of oleic acid, light in texture, it easily penetrates the scalp. It protects, nourishes, moisturizes and strengthens the hair. Being extremely rich in essential polyunsaturated fatty acids, it is very beneficial for dry, colored hair or permed hair. Safflower oil when applied to the scalp, it acts as a vasodilator which can dilate blood vessels, whereby a large amount of nutrients supplied to the hair follicles by means of blood circulation, and ensure a healthy environment for the growth of hair.
When applied topically on the skin, the soothing and antioxidant properties of safflower oil help to treat damage and inflammation. It is used as a massage oil and is an ingredient in soaps, sunscreens, lotions, moisturizers and cosmetics. Safflower oil reduces the appearance of wrinkles by softening, smoothing and hydrating the skin. In dry, itchy skin conditions, such as eczema, it helps reduce inflammation and speeds healing.
Also try safflower oil as a natural deep conditioning treatment for hair by massaging it into the hair and scalp before shampooing. The oil dilates blood vessels in the scalp, which stimulates circulation of nutrients to the roots and hydrates the hair.