Source — Black Seed Oil For Hair Treatment. Introduction Black seed oil (pressed from Nigella sativa seeds)has been a go-to in Middle Eastern and South Asian medicine for centuries. People turned to it for digestion, skin, and yes, hair. That tradition now has backing from lab work highlighting thymoquinone (the oil's main active compound)as a strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Inflammation around hair follicles can stall growth and speed up shedding, so anything that calms that environment might make a difference. For hair specifically, the fatty acids (oleic, linoleic) and vitamins in black seed oil can hydrate the scalp without clogging pores. Why it works for afro hair in particular Afro hair tends to be drier and more prone to breakage because its twists prevent sebum from travelling down the shaft. Apply 3-5 drops directly to the scalp twice a week, and massage for two minutes with your fingertips.Mix five drops with your regular conditioner for a deep moisturizing mask.
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