A Brief Guide on Onion Oil for Hair and It's Benefits

August 12, 2022 by Dr. Shweta Netke

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Introduction

Does the daily hustle and bustle of your hectic life tend to make you overlook your hair? The ancient science of Ayurveda advocates that healthy hair is a sign of a balanced Dosha. Often, tension in the scalp or fatty deposits blocks circulation, drying the natural sebum production and therefore (literally) starving the hair of natural moisture, which causes it to shed quickly.

Your hair needs proper care and the outer radicals like dust, dirt, grime and pollutants can cause external damage to hair. Fret not! We have hair care tips and solutions to take care of your tresses!

We have a solution to take care of your tresses!

Onion Cuts Onion Oil For Hair and Benefits

Learn how you can use Onion Oil for hair growth, its benefits, and how it can help protect, restore and rejuvenate your scalp and your tresses from the root to the tips, through this blog. You might also discover how beneficial Onion for hair growth could actually be while keeping your tresses healthy and nourished.

Why Onion Oil for hair growth?

While it may have a pungent smell and make you teary-eyed, research has shown that Onions have been successfully used for hair treatments and can help treat hair loss. Jam-packed with essential nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin B9 and B6, and Potassium, these bulbous vegetables are known to strengthen hair roots, foster speedy hair growth and lend lusciousness to your tresses. When used in the form of an oil, it can serve as a potent remedy for your troubled scalp due to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant-rich properties. (1)

Onion Oil For Hair Liquid View

In fact, in Ayurvedic tenets like Sushruta Samhita and Bhava Prakash, the bulbs, the seeds and the leaves of Onions have been widely known to cure urinary tract and oral infections — and also, diabetes. (2)

How to use Onion Oil for hair

Massage is your answer to relieve stress and release tension as it improves the scalp’s (and hair’s) blood circulation levels — and frees the hair roots of dry sebum. Onion Oil (for a head massage) can be used both ways – as it is or in the form of a hot oil treatment.

Hair Massage Therapy

To use Onion Oil without heating it, take a few drops of the oil into your palms and gently massage it onto your scalp for at least 5-7 minutes. Leave it to rest for 30 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo. Do this 1-2 times a week for improved results.

Alternatively, as a hot oil treatment, mix Onion Juice into a carrier oil (like that of Almonds or Olives) and heat it using the double-boiler method to ensure the maximum retention of nutrients. Apply the mix onto your scalp, all the way down through the length of your hair and leave it to rest overnight. Wash it off the next day, using a mild, SLS/SLES-free hair cleanser. Follow through with a nourishing conditioner of your choice.

Onion Oil for hair benefits

Onions Oils and Benefits

Controls hair loss and encourages re-growth

Rich in Sulfur and Potassium, Onion Oil has been known to strengthen split ends and prevent breakage, and firm hair strands. It helps maintain the pH of the scalp and hair roots which facilitates the growth of new hair follicles.

DIY Remedy 1: In a blender, add ½ a cup each of chopped Onions and Curry Leaves, and blend to form a fine, dry paste. Add this paste to a pot. Next, add 200 ml of Pure Virgin Coconut Oil (which will act as a carrier oil) to the mix, and heat on a low flame. After 5-10 minutes, increase the flame and let the mixture come to a boil. Reduce the heat again and let it simmer for 15 minutes until you notice that the oil’s colour begins to darken. Leave it overnight to rest. Strain the mixture, the next morning, in a sieve and pour the oil into an air-tight container. Apply this oil generously, once a week, to experience improved results.

Delays premature greying

Nutritional deficiencies, stress, medical ailments or even genetics can lead to premature greying of hair. Onion Oil contains certain enzymes that can help prevent free radicals from damaging your hair, which in turn helps darken the hair and restore it to its original colour/shade.

DIY Remedy 2: In a bowl, add 2-3 tbsps. of Onion Juice, 1 tbsp. of Lemon Juice and 1 tbsp. of Olive Oil. Mix well and gently massage onto the scalp in a circular motion. Leave to rest for 30 minutes. Wash it off with a mild hair cleanser.

Acts as an anti-dandruff agent

The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of Onion Oil help treat dandruff and ward off any scalp infections present in the roots of the hair. The bioactive compounds in Onion Oil help nourish follicles, reduce breakage, and add volume to hair from the root to the tips. (3)

DIY Remedy 3: Boil two freshly-cut Beetroots in a pot. Let them cool and then smash them to form a paste. Pour this paste into a bowl and add 1 tbsp. of Onion Juice to the mix. Gently massage onto the scalp in a circular motion and leave it overnight to rest. Wash it off the next morning, using a mild SLS/SLES-free hair cleanser.

Lends lustre and softness to the hair

The antioxidants and flavonoids in Onions increase the scalp’s blood circulation levels which in turn help volumise and add shine to the tresses. Onion hair oil benefits as it also de-frizzes the tresses and helps deeply condition them as well. (4)

DIY Remedy 4: Peel 2-3 large Red Onions and chop them roughly into 4-5 small chunks. Add these chunks into a blender and whizz them nicely to form a semi-fine paste. Take the paste into a fine, muslin cloth and squeeze all the juice out in a bowl. To this, add 1 tbsp. of Organic Honey and 1 tsp. of fresh Lime Juice, and stir well until the mixture emulsifies. Apply this mix using a cotton pad on the scalp and let it sit for 20-30 minutes. Wash it off with a gentle hair cleanser of your choice and follow with a conditioner.

Can be used as a natural conditioner

Using a conditioner or a moisture-sealing agent before washing your hair ensures that shampoo doesn’t strip off its natural moisture. Regular massage using Onion Oil benefits for hair as it helps nurture the scalp and condition the hair – making it more nourished.

DIY Remedy 5: In a bowl, thoroughly whisk 1 whole Egg with 1 tbsp. of Onion Juice. Apply this mixture generously onto the scalp, all the way down through the length of your hair. Wear a shower cap and let the hair rest for at least 20-30 minutes. Rinse your hair well with cold water and a gentle Sulphate-free hair cleanser.

Did You Know?

Ayurveda advocates that the ideal way to take care of your hair (and skin) is to prepare concoctions fresh with the finest ingredients of the season, following age-old recipes.

The Forest Essentials Ayurvedic Head Massage Oil With Onion Juice is an Ayurvedic Onion Hair Oil which is made using Sulphur-rich, fresh Onion Juice which is an effective and time-tested remedy for hair loss. It is infused with exceptional botanicals — captured at their most potent form — like Brahmi, Amla, Bhringraj and Bakuchi, and cold-pressed Sesame and Coconut oils that deeply nourish the scalp and strengthen hair follicles. Incorporate it into your weekly hair care regime and experience the prowess of superior and efficacious Ayurvedic herbs – sourced directly from Nature and bottled to perfection, just for you!

Conclusion

In this blog, we have highlighted the Onion Hair Oil benefits — from its antimicrobial properties to its anti-inflammatory qualities — along with some easy, DIY remedies to treat your unique hair care concerns using this revered concoction. However, it’s important to note that Onion Oil (like any other natural oil) might not always work or cure severe hair and scalp problems. In those cases, we recommend consulting a hair care expert or just booking an appointment with our professionally certified Ayurvedic doctors who will responsibly address your hair concerns. So… get going and get started!

FAQs

Is Onion Oil good for hair?

Onion Oil for hair is an excellent remedy for treating hair loss, encouraging re-growth of hair and preventing premature greying. Onion Oil benefits also include lending lustre and softness to the hair along with it being an anti-dandruff agent.

Can I use Onion Oil on my hair daily?

No, we do not recommend using Onions for hair (in the form of oil) daily as their Sulfur-rich content might cause irritation and itchiness to the scalp. For best results, use it once a week before cleansing your hair.

How long should Onion Oil be kept on hair?

We recommend gently massaging Onion Oil onto the scalp all the way down through the hair ends, 30 minutes prior to taking a bath or a shower to ensure maximum absorption of nutrients.

Can I keep Onion Oil overnight?

No, as mentioned before, Onion Oil for hair should not be kept overnight. Onions benefit for hair but excessive usage may cause irritation or even redness to the scalp’s skin. So just apply the oil for 30 minutes, prior to a bath or a shower.

Does Onion regrow hair?

Although there is no magical solution to regrowing lost hair, incorporating the use of an Ayurvedic Onion Hair Oil for hair growth in your weekly regimen can lead to improved results.

References

https://www.healthline.com/health/onion-juice-on-hair
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4910844/
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319515#_noHeaderPrefixedContent
https://www.healthline.com/health/onion-juice-on-hair#moisturize

Written By:

Forest Essentials Luxurious Ayurveda

India’s leading beauty brand with products offering a sensorial journey with the purest natural ingredients and traditional Ayurvedic formulations, bringing timeless beauty rituals to the forefront of your self-care routine.

Reviewed By:

Arjun Singh Senior Ayurveda Expert

Arjun is a marketing professional turned Ayurveda Expert. After the completion of his post-graduation in 2008, he started his journey in the beauty industry. He has since worked with several global luxury beauty brands including DIOR & Estee Lauder. With now more than 12 years of experience, he is driven by the idea of making Skin Care, ‘simple’ and ‘accessible’ for all and help clients transform their lifestyle and skin with solutions rooted in his extensive understanding of Ayurveda. A Senior Ayurveda Expert at Forest Essentials, he carefully curates Ayurvedic remedies and is continuously working towards bridging the gap between time-honoured skin care solutions and the modern consumer of the fast-paced world.

Disclaimer

The content provided in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.