All about burdock beard oil
A man with a beard always attracts the attention of women and stands out from other males. But not every woman knows what efforts are made to care for such facial hair. In order for a beard to look well-groomed and luxurious, it must be constantly cut, washed after each meal, and also nourished with useful ingredients. One of these effective beard treatments is burdock oil. We will consider its useful properties and methods of use in this article.
Peculiarities
Burdock oil is an extract from the rhizomes of ordinary burdock, infused with any type of oil: sunflower, olive, apricot or any other. The oil itself contains vitamin E, fats, phosphorus, saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated acids. Combined with burdock extract, inulin is added, which nourishes the follicles with valuable trace elements, stearic acid, which protects the hair follicle from negative environmental influences, various vitamins that eliminate fragility and control the natural level of moisture, and many other trace elements. Its regular use replenishes the reserves of calcium, zinc, magnesium, iodine and many other minerals.
Burdock oil has a strengthening property that not only provokes hair growth, but also fights hair loss.
Thanks to such effects, cell regeneration is activated, a full-fledged metabolism is restored, capillary blood circulation increases, thereby strengthening the hair follicle. The inflammation is removed, there is an antiseptic effect. The drug is always commercially available, has a low cost, and its natural composition and economical consumption make it very popular. The oil does not cause allergic reactions and quickly gives positive results.
Despite the environmentally friendly composition, the product is not recommended for use in the presence of any cuts and abrasions on the skin, as well as if there is a rash of any origin.... With the presence of all these pathologies, the use of oil can provoke new or aggravate existing problems. When choosing oil, give preference to packaging in dark bottles and cardboard boxes. They prevent light from entering the liquid. Also, the label must indicate the composition, expiration date and manufacturer data. The composition should not contain perfumery fragrances, but there may be additional plant extracts. Only such characteristics will help you buy a quality product, and not a fake.
Popular formulations
Burdock oil is perfectly combined with other products and additives, while it does not lose its qualities. For To make sure that the oil with added ingredients does not cause allergies, apply a drop to your wrist before the procedure and observe the skin reaction. If redness and other unpleasant sensations do not appear, then everything is fine, you can start the procedure.
With castor oil
The use of burdock oil together with castor oil gives the beard a well-groomed look, and the hair will obediently lie in the right direction. To create a healing agent, you need to take the same proportions of burdock and castor oil, mix them and use only at room temperature.
From this composition, you can make masks that will improve the appearance of hairs, compresses that help accelerate growth and strengthen hair follicles, and also be used for massage. The effect will already be noticeable in two to three weeks, you will get a thick and soft beard.
With nettles
A mixture of burdock oil and nettle will not only enhance the growth of bristles, but also make them soft and docile. It is necessary to collect fresh or dry nettle leaves and fill them with burdock oil for a week. The composition should be stored in a cool and dark place. For use, the infusion must be filtered and slightly warmed up. Warm oil has a more effective effect on the structure of the beard hair, making it soft and shiny.
You can also use nettle tincture. It can be an alcohol concentrate or just a cool broth. Add 1 tablespoon of nettle infusion to 10 ml of burdock oil. Another method of application is a regular massage or nettle compress. It is performed after a burdock oil massage. After removing the oil from the skin, it is necessary to rub the nettle decoction.
All methods have the same effect, the only difference is their application method.
With red pepper
The most memorable and effective way is to use red pepper in a composition with burdock oil. The finished product can be bought at a pharmacy or made by yourself at home. Pepper in burdock oil can be added both in ground and in fresh or dried form chopped into pieces. Fresh pepper in oil is infused for a week in a ratio of 1 to 10. If it is dry pepper, then its concentration must be selected individually according to the sensations. The prepared mixture is applied to a clean and dry area of the beard, there should be no cuts or any rashes on the skin. After a while, a burning sensation will appear - this means that blood circulation has begun, and the hair follicles are awakening.
You should not walk with such a mask for a long time, as you can get burned - 10-15 minutes will be more than enough. After use, wash off the mask well with a mild detergent, but never with soap or hot water. Soap dries the skin, and hot water will act on the skin after pepper, like boiling water.
If, after using this product, you notice that the hairs on the beard have begun to fade, then this recipe is not suitable for you.
Other
Another miracle cure is burdock oil in combination with honey and egg yolk. To do this, mix two tablespoons of warm burdock oil with yolk and one tablespoon of honey. The mass must be applied to the entire beard, hold for an hour. Then rinse thoroughly with a fragrant shampoo, as egg yolk leaves an odor, and oil is not easily washed off without the help of a detergent. After this procedure, the hair of the beard will be flexible, with a healthy shine.
The combination of aloe juice with burdock oil significantly increases hair growth and softens the skin. To do this, mix one tablespoon of burdock oil with one tablespoon of aloe juice and one teaspoon of liquid honey. The resulting mixture must be heated in a water bath, mixed until smooth and applied to the skin for 20 minutes. After that, all this must be washed off with warm water using a gel for washing.
You can enhance the effect of the oil with cognac. This will be the same effect as red pepper, only with a less pungent sensation. A glass of cognac must be mixed with one egg yolk and one tablespoon of burdock oil. The composition is applied to clean skin for an hour. At first there will be a burning sensation, but after 15 minutes it will turn into light heat. You can wash off the mask using a mild soap.
If you use a regular mask of burdock oil, mustard powder and low-fat sour cream, you will get flexible hairs with a natural shine and rapid growth. To do this, mix one tablespoon of burdock oil, one teaspoon of low-fat sour cream and one tablespoon of dry mustard powder. All components must be diluted to a homogeneous consistency in warm water. Massage the mask into the hair roots and leave for an hour.Then rinse with warm water and a special bristle cleaner.
For dark-haired men, a cocoa mask can be used to give a healthy and natural shine to the beards of men with dark hair. This recipe is not suitable for blondes, as the beard from cocoa can change its color. It is necessary to take a little warm milk and mix with two tablespoons of cocoa, mix thoroughly until the consistency of sour cream. Add one tablespoon of burdock oil and spread the finished mixture over the entire beard. Leave for an hour and then rinse well with shampoo. While rinsing, you can add lemon juice to the water. It will enhance the shine effect and soften the water at the same time.
Ginger, infused with burdock oil, improves blood flow as well as red pepper. To do this, you need to take the ginger root and grate it on a fine grater, then insist on burdock oil at a concentration of 1 to 1 for a week. For a compress, take a warm mixture and evenly apply it to the beard for one hour. To enhance the effect, you need to cover your beard with a warm towel and film.
At the end of the procedure, it is better to remove the remnants of the gruel with a thin comb and rinse with water and shampoo.
How to use?
In order for burdock oil to effectively affect the growth and structure of beard hair, it must be used correctly. This means that it can be applied in different ways and composition.
Compress
Compress is used as an effective method. This option should be applied regularly 2-3 times a week for a month. The compress is the most time consuming, but the effect will not be long in coming. To apply it, you need to thoroughly cleanse your face, and then steam it with a steam bath. The composition of burdock oil must be warmed up to room temperature and a small piece of cloth made of natural material should be moistened in it.
Next, the moistened cloth is applied to the desired area of the face and wrapped with cling film for a greenhouse effect. The compress is left for a certain time, it all depends on the composition of the healing mixture. After the end of the procedure, it is necessary to remove the remnants of the product from the skin and pat it dry with a towel to remove moisture.
Massage
Massage is an indispensable method, as it enhances blood circulation and improves blood flow to the hair follicles with the help of mechanical movements. It is recommended for those who have sparse hairs or grow unevenly. The massage should be done when the beard has just begun to grow. Together with burdock oil and other useful components, the procedure has a positive effect on the structure of the hair and bulb.
For for it to be more effective, it is necessary to cleanse the beard with any means and slowly rub the heated oil into the skin in circular movements from the central part of the chin to the cheekbones and ears. Movements should not cause discomfort, they should be smooth, sliding manipulations for 10-15 minutes. The skin should not be stretched, and at the end, you can do a gentle pat. Do not use soap to remove residues of the product; it is better to use a mild shampoo.
Masks
The mask is recommended for use in the evening. The healing composition is applied to the face and left for 30-60 minutes. This method is simpler than compresses, since there is no need to wrap the face with foil. The burdock oil mask stimulates the growth and thickens the beard hair, making it shiny and manageable. Before the procedure, it is necessary to thoroughly cleanse the skin, warm up a small amount of the mask and apply a thick layer to the face area.
If you have a short beard, then you need to distribute the oil only on the roots, but if it is long, then using a comb it is worth applying the product along the entire length. This method helps to achieve the desired nutrition of the hair shaft. After the time has elapsed, the remnants of the mask must be removed with a damp cloth, and the face must be cleaned with warm water.
Review overview
Users note that after long and regular use of burdock oil, a good effect is indeed observed. It is not difficult to grow a beard, moreover, it becomes very thick, the hairs do not stick out and are perfectly amenable to combing. They have a natural shine and stay in the same shape all day long. The most important thing is that the product is not expensive, and its natural components have practically no contraindications and are suitable for every skin type.
It is always available at the pharmacy and has a long shelf life of up to 3 years. Burdock oil helps not only the scalp, but also improves the quality of the skin. This product has no significant drawbacks.
The only drawback is its oily structure, since its pure use is difficult to wash off.
For information on how to properly apply burdock oil with red pepper for a beard, see the next video.