Coconut oil Vs Sweet almond oil for hair and skin, which is better and why

January 24, 2022 Written by GP Team

Coconut oil	Almond oil
Benefits of Coconut oil:	Benefits of Almond oil:

Coconut oil is freely available in India, especially in the South. The healthy fats from coconut oil are what make a difference to hair, skin and overall health.	Almond oil is rich in vitamins E, D, B1, B2, B6, and A, which are essential for healthy skin and hair. Almonds are also a good source for magnesium, calcium and healthy fats, which are important for skincare and haircare.

Coconut oil for Hair:	Almond oil for Hair
Coconut oil is used to replace the protein lost from the hair, which can cause several hair problems. So, apply coconut oil to replenish protein that is lost from the hair and to repair damaged hair. Coconut oil also helps boost hair growth and adds shine to the hair. Condition your hair with coconut oil before a shower to strengthen the hair follicles and reduce hair breakage.	Almond oil reduces hair loss and promotes hair growth. So, gently massage almond oil on the scalp to nourish the hair follicles to make the hair stronger. Almond oil also prevents split ends, and conditions the hair, giving you luscious and soft hair. A home remedy for thick hair growth, add hibiscus or shoe flower with a few drops of castor oil to almond oil and apply it to the scalp and hair. Leave it on for an hour and then wash it off.

Coconut oil for Skin	Almond oil for Skin:
Coconut oil is also a natural skin moisturizer. Coconut oil can be used to reduce dry and flaky skin and it also helps fight certain skin infections and aging.	Due to the various vitamins and minerals present in almond oil, it is known to enhance the skin. Almond oil moisturizes the skin, reduces dark circles, rejuvenates dry, inflamed and irritated skin, fights skin aging and gives you glowing skin. Almond oil also reduces skin damage caused by the sun.

Coconut oil and Rosemary DIY Hair Mask

Ingredients required:

Organic coconut oil: 3-5 tbsp
Rosemary oil: 20 drops

Procedure:

First of all, take the ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine the ingredients together well by stirring them thoroughly. Melt the coconut oil first though if it is in solid form.
After that, apply the resultant blend all over your hair and scalp using gentle massaging motions. Make sure to cover them wholly.
Then, wrap up your head in a plastic bag or a shower cap and let it stay on your head for about half an hour to an hour.
Lastly, following that, unwrap your head and rinse the mask out using a mild shampoo and you are done!

Frequency:

You can use this remedy 2 or 3 times in a week to nourish your hair properly and help it with a bunch of issues like weak hair and dandruff. This remedy will moisturize and condition the hair and scalp very well.

Coconut oil and Turmeric Face Mask

Ingredients required:

Extra virgin coconut oil: 3 tbsp
Turmeric powder: 1/2 tbsp
Lemon juice: 1/2 tsp
Manuka honey: 1 tbsp

Procedure:

First of all, Melt the coconut oil first though if it is in solid form and then take all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine the ingredients together well by stirring them thoroughly. You should obtain a smooth paste-like consistency in the mixture.
After that, cleanse your face first and then apply the resultant mixture all over your face and neck using gentle circular massaging motions.
Lastly, leave the mask on your face for about 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off using a warm and damp towel and you are done!

Frequency:

Uses this face mask 2-3 times every week and soon you will see amazing results with your skin. Your skin will look more soft and supple. This remedy will liven up your face and also add a radiant glow to it by lightening and brightening up your complexion tangibly.

Almond oil Face Mask

Ingredients required:

Almond oil: 1/2 tsp
Powdered milk: 1 tsp
Honey: 1 tsp
Lemon juice: 1 tsp

Procedure:

First of all, take all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine the ingredients together well by stirring them thoroughly. You should obtain a smooth paste-like consistency in the mixture.
After that, cleanse your face first and then apply the resultant mixture all over your face and neck using gentle circular massaging motions.
Lastly, leave the mask on your face for about 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing it off using cold water and you are done!

Frequency:

You can utilize this particular mask every other day to treat your skin well and lighten and brighten it rapidly. This one will nourish and moisturize the skin very well while adding a glow to the skin along with helping to prevent issues like acne.

Almond oil Hair Mask

Ingredients required:

Sweet almond oil: 1 tsp
Egg: 1 of it
Honey: 2 tsp

Procedure:

First of all, crack open an egg over a mixing bowl and separate the yolk and the white and discard the white as we will be using the yolk for this remedy.
After that, add all the other ingredients to the mixing bowl and combine all of them together thoroughly by stirring and whisking vigorously.
Then, apply the resultant mixture all over your hair and scalp using gentle massaging motions. Make sure to cover them wholly.
Lastly, let the mask stay on your head for about an hour and then rinse it off with tepid water using your usual shampoo and you are done!

Frequency:

Use this remedy 2-4 times in a week to nourish and hydrate your hair properly and make them softer, shinier, and stronger. This one will help reinforce their health and make them stronger and less prone to breakage and other hair issues.

How to choose between these two oils

For skin:

Both oils work terrifically for the skin and have their own set of benefits. Coconut oil is very moisturizing and anti-inflammatory in nature. Moreover, it contains tons of antioxidants which slow down the aging of the skin.

Almond oil is packed with vitamin E which is essential for skin’s regeneration. It helps the skin’s complexion and protects the skin from various influences like harmful UV rays from the sun.

For hair:

Go for coconut oil to nourish and hydrate the hair to prevent their graying.

Use almond oil if you are suffering from scalp issues like dandruff.