The scalp and hair when exposed to very high environmental conditions also undergoes oxidative damage and needs some protection. It depends upon the type of hair of individual user. Dry hair needs the application of oil daily. Persons with normal hair can use hair oil in a 3 to 4 day interval. Others may use hair oil depending upon the specific hair problem they have.
Coconut oil has appreciable water absorbing property, which provides moisturization.
Hair oil processed as per ayurvedic methods involve enrichment of coconut oil with various beneficial effects of trusted herbs. Since ancient times, hair oil enriched with herbs like Amia, Henna and Lemon etc. Physiological lack of sebum, a mechanical or chemical over processing or environmental factors is the main cause of dull and damaged hair. Dry hair lacks in natural sebum secretion. The scalp appears taut and dry and the hair becomes dull.