Using coconut oil on hair is a practice that involves applying coconut oil to the hair as a natural hair care treatment. It has been used for centuries in tropical regions, particularly in India and Southeast Asia, to nourish and protect hair.
Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids, including lauric acid, which has a high affinity for hair protein. Lauric acid can penetrate the hair shaft, providing moisture and nourishment from the inside out. It also has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which may benefit scalp health. Historically, coconut oil has been used as a hair treatment in Ayurvedic medicine for its ability to promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.