Using Ceramides in Natural Oils for Moisturised & Healthy Hair

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When it comes to assisting with the recovery of dry and damaged hair over time, incorporating natural oils with ceramides into your regimen is a must. By the end of the article, you will discover you have been using some of the oils with ceramides previously, and pick up a few new ones you can add to the rotation. 

So what are ceramides? Ceramides are composed of sphingosine and the fatty acid, linoleic, and occur naturally in hair and skin. They play a key role in keeping the scales on hair in place, a bit like the way cement works. Once deprived of ceramides, your hair begins to feel dry, crunchy and scaly to the touch. 

5 Reasons Why Ceramides Are Important

1. They keep the hair cuticles flat, helping hair to endure wear and tear over time. 
2. They promote hair elasticity and moisture retention.
3. They combat dryness and porousity.
4. They aid in strengthening hair. 
5. Enhanced shine and smooth hair. 

Though ceramides occur naturally in the hair, mishandling through chemical treatments, excessive use of heat appliances and washing over time depletes ceramides and leads to raised cuticles. Incorporating natural oils with ceramides into your regimen will help to keep this in check and eventually prevent it.

Even if your hair looks and feels great, adding some ceramides to your usual treatments can only bolster your hair health.  Below is an example of a hair strand with flat cuticles vs raised cuticles. Raise cuticles feel scaly:-

According to research, there are roughly 25 types of oils with ceramides in them but this article will focus on those with concentrations above 30%:

14 Top Natural Oils with Ceramides for Hair & Skin

1. Safflower Oil

With a concentration of 78%, safflower oil is great for recovering the loss of ceramides after colouring. Read Solve Coloured Hair Problems with Safflower Oil.  

2. Grape Seed Oil

Grapeseed oil has a concentration of 73% and is ideal for scalp massages and deep conditioning treatments. Read Restore Hair Health with Grapeseed Oil. 

3. Poppy Seed Oil

At 70% concentration, poppy seed oil also helps to solve dandruff issues. Read How to Treat Dandruff with Poppy Seed Oil. 

4. Sunflower Oil

Sunflower oil oil has a concentration of 68% and is a great emollient. Check out a great DIY natural shampoo with sunflower oil at Smoothen Out Dry Hair with Sunflower Oil. 

5. Hemp Seed Oil

This is my second favourite ceramide oil and contains up to 60% concentration. Hemp seed oil is ideal for use internally and externally. Read How to Achieve Silky Hair with Hemp Seed Oil.  

6. Corn Oil

Corn oil has a concentration of 59%. However, it’s not a big favourite for use on hair. Read Corn Oil for Scalp Nourishment.   

7. Wheat Germ Oil

This is my favourite ceramide oil. Wheat germ oil has everything I want in a conditioning pre-poo. The concentration is only 55% but it’s worked the best so far for me. Check out more about wheat germ oil as well as my pre-poo recipe at Intense Dry Hair Treatment with Wheat Germ Oil.

8. Cottonseed Oil

Cottonseed oil has a concentration of 54%. However, it’s not so safe to use on hair. Read Cottonseed Oil is a Ceramide Oil But Is It Safe for Use on Hair.

9. Soybean Oil

Soybean oil has 51% concentration. It is suitable for all hair types and can aid significantly in moisture retention. Read 3 Ways to Boost Your Hair Moisture with Soybean Oil. 

10. Walnut Oil

Walnut oil also has 51% and aids in eliminating dandruff as well. It can be used for hair and for cooking. Read Achieve Silky Stronger Hair with Walnut Oil & Healthier Salad Dressings with Walnut Oil. 

11. Sesame Oil

At 45% concentration, sesame seed oil is also ideal for greying hair. Read How to Control Greying Hair with Sesame Seed Oil.  

12. Rice Bran Oil

This oil has a 39% concentration and provides excellent nourishment for hair follicles. Check out a recipe for an enriching hair mask with rice bran oil at How to Create an Enriching Mask for Dry Hair with Rice Bran Oil. 

13. Pistachio Oil

Pistachio his oil has a 32.7% concentration. It’s a lovely rich green colour that’s used for hair but also excellent to include in cooking. Read 5 Ways to Get the Benefits of Pistachio Oil for Your Hair.

14. Peanut Oil

Peanut oil has a 32% concentration and also helps to reduce protein loss from the hair. You can read more about peanut oil at Reduce Protein Loss from Hair with Peanut Oil. 

You don’t have to incorporate all of the oils above into your regimen. You can mix and match and/or try one at a time to find out which one will work best for you.

Whichever ways you use them, one thing is definite – they are equipped to aid in your journey to long and healthy hair. 

There are also hair products, which contain ceramides in them on the market. Read 15 Products with Ceramides That Help Achieve Moisturised & Healthy Hair – Part 1 & Part 2.

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