Oinga is very important to maintain hair growth and health. Applying oil not only provides nutrition to the hair, but also keeps the scalp healthy. Usually coconut oil and sesame oil are considered excellent for hair, but their qualities, nature and benefits are different. Let’s know the difference between them and which oil is right for whom.

Coconut Oil

key characteristics

Nourishes the roots of the hair deeply.

Protects dandruff and scalp infection from anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Maintains moisture in hair – best for dry and frizzy hair.

Protein prevents loss, causing hair break down.

When to use?

If the hair is dry, split or falling.

Provides coolness in the summer season.

Oily scalp people can also use it comfortably.

Sesame oil

key characteristics

The blood circulation of the scalp strengthens the roots of the hair.

Rich in vitamin E, B complex and minerals.

Slows the problem of untimely white with anti-oxidant properties.

The scalp detoxes and Ayurveda is also used to balance Vata-Pitta Dosha.

When to use?

In cold weather, it gives warmth to hair and scalp.

Beneficial for dry, itchy or crushed scalp.

If the hair is thinning or becoming white prematurely.

Which oil should be selected?

Dry and double hair → Coconut oil

Dandruff or scalp infection → Coconut oil

Hair to be untimely white → Sesame oil

Cold weather → Sesame oil

Cold and moisture in summer → Coconut oil

Both hair strength and growth → Mixing both oil (1: 1 ratio)

By using coconut and sesame oil, the benefits of both get together – moisture, strength and balance according to the weather.