Google "dark hair oil" and the first thing you will notice is that a) there are tons of articles in the article, and b) many of them are related to hair loss. That being said, it is one of the many ingredients considered to be a natural remedy for hair loss, so what makes this different? And is it legal? Here's what you need to know about black seed oil for hair, according to top experts.
What Is Black Seed Oil?
Black seed oil — technically called nigella sativa oil — is extracted from the seeds of a flowering plant that grows in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, South Europe and North Africa, says Kamara Brown, a StyleSeat hairdresser. (FYI, proves that black seed oil is sometimes called black cumin seed oil, black onion seed oil, kalonji oil, and other pseudonyms.) This oil is best known for its medicinal properties in Eastern culture, says Krupa. Koestline, a pure cosmetics chemist and founder of KKT Consultants; used to treat everything from bronchitis to diarrhea to skin disorders. "Most of these therapies are caused by the presence of thymoquinone (TQ), which is a major component of active oil chemicals," he said.
Benefits Of Black Seed Oil For Hair
Now what about the benefits of black seed oil for hair? "Black seed oil is often promoted as a natural remedy for hair loss," said Brown. In fact, many shampoos and conditioners contain, he adds. In theory, this benefit may be due to all the above-mentioned benefits of TQ… but in theory the keyword here. There are other studies that show that black seed oil can help with hair loss, but it is not enough to convince the experts we spoke to, both of whom emphasized the need for more data and evidence to support any hair growth claims.
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For example, one study found that herbal oils contain, among other things, black seed oil, helping to reduce hair loss in both men and women. The story is that black seed oil was one of the many ingredients in that oil. One study found that a combination of coconut oil, black seed oil, and candle seed oil helped revitalize and accelerate hair growth. Only problem? The study had only three participants, and again, black seed oil was not the only ingredient involved. The point is, although there is a history and a precursor to this ingredient in hair loss, there is not enough scientific literature to support its use. If hair loss is your biggest concern, it is important to talk to your dermatologist or trichologist to get the root (pun intended) and the best solution, rather than blindly relying on dark seed oil, notes Brown.
So is it worth using it?
As for any other benefits of your hair, the oil itself is softer, says Koestline, although he says that there are other hair oils that are better suited for hair loss in particular. Brown says if you want to know about black seed oil, it is a good option to try if you have dry scalp or eczema; in other words, focus on using it as a treatment for your scalp rather than your hair. He suggests you put it in a bottle with an eyedropper applicator so you can put it on your head. (Checking the patch in advance to make sure you are not sick is also a good step, he notes. Put a small amount in your inner arm and wait 24 hours to make sure no reaction or irritation arises.)
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