In the chemical composition of fat is oleic acid, it is there in a percentage of about 70. Still fish oil contains 25% of palmitic acid. In its composition there are polyunsaturated varieties of fatty acids. As you know, they are the most important for the condition of the hair. There are in the fish oil and sulfur compounds, phosphorus, bromine, iodine, but their amount there is insignificant. In the composition of fish oil found vitamins A and D.
By the way, retinol (or vitamin A) is used for dry skin, it is because of it that fish oil is considered useful for hair. This vitamin is also used as a remedy for burns. It increases the regenerative function of cells, in itself it is a wonderful antioxidant, it beneficially affects the immune system, bones and eyesight. As for vitamin D, it also helps to develop and grow bones. If this vitamin in the body is not enough, then osteoporosis and rickets may develop. Now scientists are interested in the question: can the lack of vitamin D lead to oncology.
Nevertheless, the main elements that contribute to improving the appearance and general condition of the hair are acids called Omega-3 and 6. But they must also be in balance with each other.
The problem of hair loss
Of course, cod liver oil is indispensable in solving this problem, but it must be remembered that hair loss is a problem of the whole organism. The problem of loss is a litmus test, helping to determine what the body lacks. Often hair begins to fall out from constant stressful situations, it happens during pregnancy, if the hormonal background is broken in the body. And the reason for this can be hunger strikes and diets. It may also be that the body simply does not have enough calcium compounds, and in fact it is the building material of bones and hair, including. Vitamin D, which is part of the "cod" fat, helps to solve this problem in a favorable way.
So, in order to solve the problem, we must first understand the reasons for its occurrence. If you often dye your hair, it can cause brittle and dry your hair. Negative influence on hair chemical perm, discoloration. You often use a hair dryer - the onset of excessive dryness of the hairline is not far off.
It happens that hair loss is closely related to the lack of a vitamin such as vitamin A, which, as mentioned above, is found in fish oil. This useful vitamin is abundant in cabbage, pumpkin, carrots, eggs, milk, oranges, butter. As for the benefits of fish oil for hair, it is not just useful, but necessary. This is most relevant for those who often dye their hair and make "chemistry".
Masks with fish oil for hair
Before you give examples of recipes for hair masks with fish oil, let's talk about a diet that can stop hair loss. To observe it, you will need to stock up with fish oil and quail eggs. Separate the shell and crush it to a powdery state, and then mix it with fish oil. The mixture that was obtained as a result must be taken internally.
Mask number 1. When combating hair loss, you can resort to another method, no less effective. Separate yolks from proteins, mix yolks with fish oil and apply to hair. We sustain minutes 60. Thus for short hair it is required polnanochki fish oil and a yolk (1 piece), and for hair of average length and long, naturally, the proportions should be increased twice. Masks from eggs and fish oil should be applied at least once every 7 days. After a month of use, the hair will come to life: a healthy shine will appear, they will become lush, many new hairs will grow.
Mask number 2. This mask will help to heal the split ends of the hair. To prepare it, you must warm up 1 tbsp. l. grease and apply it to the ends of the hair. Wrapping hair with a plastic bag or film, warm it and leave it for 20-30 minutes. Then wash your hair with shampoo. The procedure should be repeated once a week.
Mask number 3. There is also a third recipe that will help with hair loss. Only now will you need castor, linseed, burdock, peach or olive oil. Mix it with fish oil (1: 1), spread the mixture with hair, put on the hat and leave it all night until the morning. When you wake up, wash it off. This mask should be done a couple of times a week of the month 3.