Almond oil has been used for its variety of health benefits and beauty benefits in areas where almond trees grow naturally, including Southeast Asia and the Mediterranean region for centuries. Almond oil is rich in Vitamin E, proteins, zinc, monounsaturated fatty acids, and a variety of other vitamins and minerals – making it useful for treating a variety of skin conditions, heart health, and promoting strong, healthy hair. Here are 5 benefits of using almond oil for hair: Make Your Hair Shine The high concentration of vitamins A, B, and E along with proteins, fatty acids omega 9, 6, and 3 all help counteract damages to hair from UV rays. Massaging sweet almond oil into your hair can protect it from the sun and eliminate the dullness that comes from hair that is dried out from heat-styling. Reduce Hair Loss It’s normal to lose a hundred or so strands of hair every day, but you won’t notice visible signs of thinning on your scalp with this level of hair loss. Your hair is constantly growing new hair to replace hair that falls out – except when your hair falls out faster than it grows. Hormonal imbalances and stress can cause excessive hair loss, as can nutritional deficiencies and environmental pollutants. Almond oil is rich in Zinc, magnesium, and calcium – all known for improving hair growth and reducing hair loss. To use almond oil for hair loss, you’ll need to apply it to your scalp nightly and allow it to stay on overnight. Repair Split Ends A common problem with hair is breakage or split ends, leaving hair looking frizzy and unhealthy. The moisture-sealing qualities of almond oil, along with Omega 9, Omega 6, Omega 3 fatty acids, and Vitamins A, B, and E will help prevent breakage and split ends by maintaining the moisture of your hair. Prevent or Treat Dandruff Dandruff is the unsightly white stuff that flakes off your scalp when it’s too dry. Applying sweet almond oil to wet hair will nourish the roots of your hair and scalp. A few drops is all it takes – just leave it in your hair for ongoing protection and moisturizing. Stimulate Hair Growth When the roots of your hair are strong and healthy, new hair growth may be stimulated. The result of new growth is thicker, stronger hair that looks and feels healthier. Almond oil can be applied to the scalp to protect the hair and stimulate growth. Where to Buy Almond Oil for Hair To ensure you are buying high quality almond oil, don’t pick up your oil at the grocery store. Instead, get your sweet almond oil from a medical supply company like MedLabGear. Our high-grade 16 oz. bottle of sweet almond oil is designed for use as a massage oil, moisturizer, soap making, or you can use 5% in cold process recipes. We also sell almond oil in 1 gallon capacity if you prefer to purchase in bulk.