How to Control Greying Hair with Sesame Seed Oil

These sesame seed oil recipes will help you control greying hair in between henna and indigo treatments.

Sesame seeds are quite common as toppings on burger buns, sandwich buns, bagels and other culinary dishes.

Sesame seeds are also the main ingredient in a Middle Eastern dish known as tahini.

Oil can also be derived from sesame seeds. Pure sesame seed oil is most often used as an enhancer in Asian & Middle Eastern cooking.

Pure sesame seed oil is a semi-drying oil rich in oleic and linoleic acids. In this article, I’ll be covering:-

Benefits of sesame seed oil for hair
Sesame seed oil recipes for hair
How to use sesame seed oil on hair
Sesame seed oil for hair growth
Sesame seed oil side effects
Best sesame seed oil brands for hair

Sesame Seed Oil for Hair

Sesame seed oil is derived by pressing the sesame seeds. The extraction process differs from country to country and the process depends on materials available.

The colour of sesame seed oil ranges from deep yellow to light-coloured translucent.

The colour usually depends on the level of processing involved and whether raw or roasted seeds are used.

Sesame seed oil contains vitamins E, magnesium, copper, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc and vitamin B6. It also contains a significant amount of vitamin K.

Sesame Seed Oil Extraction Process

What Are the Benefits of Sesame Seed Oil for Hair

1. Controls Premature Greying

Like mustard seed oil, sesame seed oil helps with greying hair and is possibly the most outstanding benefit of the oil.

2. Protects Hair from UV Rays

Sesame seed oil forms a protective barrier around the hair against the sun’s UV rays.

3. Antibacterial & Anti-inflammatory Properties

Sesame seed oil’s antibacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities can help with scalp issues such as dry scalp, dandruff, and head lice.

4. Long Shelf Life

Sesame seed oil contains sesamol and sesamin, which ensures a longer shelf life for the oil and helps extend the shelf life of other oils when mixed in together.

5. Improves Circulation to Scalp Area

Sesame seed oil helps increase blood circulation to the scalp area and nourish the follicles. Read 8 Steps to Effectively Massage Scalp with Natural Oil.

Sesame seed oil is also used extensively in alternative medicine in India for massages, improving circulation and healing other ailments.

How to Use Sesame Seed Oil on Hair

Sesame Seed Oil Recipe for Covering Grey Hair

Ingredients

3 tablespoons of sesame seed oil
3 tablespoons of mustard seed oil

Directions

Mix the sesame oil and mustard seed oil in a bowl.
Apply to hair and scalp. Make sure all your strands are coated especially grey hair.
Cover with a disposable cap and leave on overnight.
Wash out the next morning with a mild shampoo and deep condition as usual.
You can also use the oils separately over a few weeks to judge which one works best for your hair type.

Sesame Seed Oil Deep Conditioning Treatment

Ingredients

3 tablespoons of sesame seed oil
4 – 5 tablespoons of your favourite deep conditioner

Directions

Shampoo your hair and condition then apply your deep conditioner.
Heat the sesame seed oil slightly and apply over the deep conditioning treatment.
Sit under a hair steamer for 30 – 45 minutes.
Rinse with lukewarm water and proceed with the rest of your regimen.
You can combine also add mustard seed oil into this treatment by using 1.5 tablespoons of each.
If you find the smell of sesame seed oil too strong, you can add 5 – 10 drops of chamomile essential oil or lavender essential oil. Both provide calming and soothing effects as well.

While there are other more premium oils, there’s no harm in giving sesame oil a try especially to treat and prevent grey hair.

It just might work for you and become a staple part of your regimen.

Can You Apply Sesame Oil to Your Hair Daily?

Yes, you can apply sesame seed oil to your hair daily if you don’t mind the smell. You can use it on its own or as an ingredient in your daily hair oil.

To make that effective, combine it with the right oils depending on what you’re trying to achieve.

If you need help putting together a hair oil regimen for specific hair issues, have a look at How to Grow Hair Healthy and Long with Natural Oils.

Sesame Seed Oil for Hair Growth

Sesame seed oil contains a significant amount of vitamin K. Vitamin K is very important for bone health.

Low levels of vitamin K in the body manifests as osteoporosis and increased risk of arthritis.

It can also lead to weak hair at the minimum and hair loss if not addressed. Cooking with sesame seed oil will help get this important vitamin into your diet.

Read Cooking with Oil: Get this Important Vitamin for Hair Growth with Sesame Seed Oil.

If you are treating hair loss, I recommend taking before pictures and pictures every 6 – 8 weeks so you can track your treatment progressions effectively.