is sesame oil good for low porosity hair - #36894
I am really confused about my hair situation. I have low porosity hair, and it feels like a struggle to find the right products. My hair tends to be greasy on the surface but super dry underneath and never seems to absorb oils properly. A hairdresser recommended I try sesame oil, saying it might be beneficial for low porosity hair, but I don’t know if that’s the right choice. I did some research, and it's like a jungle out here. Some places say it’s great because it’s rich in nutrients, and others suggest it might just sit on top of my hair and not penetrate. I’ve tried different oils before, but they all just kind of coat my hair and don’t really help. I’ve also had a few bad experiences where my hair felt even more dull after using something oily. Could sesame oil actually be good for low porosity hair? I mean, have ppl really seen a difference? Or is it just another oil that won’t do much for me? Anyone with low porosity hair have success stories with sesame oil? This whole thing is giving me a headache!
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Sesame oil can indeed be quite beneficial for low porosity hair, but its effectiveness can vary depending on how it’s used and individual’s unique hair characteristics. Low porosity hair is often resistant to moisture absorption due to its tight cuticle structure, which means that oils or products might just sit on the surface rather than penetrating deeply.
Sesame oil is revered in Ayurveda for its rich nutrient content, including vitamins and antioxidants, which can support healthy hair growth and protect the scalp. However, given your concerns about oils not absorbing well, it’s essential to use sesame oil in a way that enhances its ability to penetrate.
Here’s a suggestion: warm the sesame oil slightly before application. Warming the oil can help open up the cuticle of the hair strands, promoting better penetration. Apply the warmed oil onto clean, damp hair, as the moisture can assist the oil in penetrating more effectively. A gentle scalp massage can also help, as it stimulates blood flow and aids absorption.
Use only a small amount to start with, since an excess can lead to that greasy feeling. After application, you might wrap your head with a warm towel for about 30 minutes. This technique, known as “steaming,” uses heat to enhance oil absorption.
If you want to avoid oils sitting on your hair without much benefit, focus on choosing lighter, more readily absorbed oils. While sesame oil is nutrient-rich, individuals with low porosity hair sometimes find best results with oils like argan or jojoba, which are lighter. Evaluating different options through experimentation will be key.
For additional support, consider using a clarifying rinse, like diluted apple cider vinegar, after oil treatments to ensure there’s no leftover residue on the hair strands. pH balancing can close the cuticles slightly, improving overall hair appearance and moisture retention.
Incorporate such treatments no more than once or twice a week to prevent over-application, which generally is more than adequate to obtain benefits without overburdening your hair with oil.
In conlusion, while sesame oil has its merits, monitoring your hair’s response to the oil can help determine its true benefit for you. Stick with it if you observe improvements, otherwise moving towards lighter alternatives is the way to go.

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