Horse ointment – known as a classic remedy for joint pain – also has other, lesser-known uses. In addition to its traditional use, it can be an effective agent for… hair care. How is this possible? Find out how to use horse ointment on hair, what benefits it can bring and whether horse ointment is suitable for hair at all.
Horse ointment – composition, use
Horse ointment is a cheap, natural and easily accessible product. Despite its name, it is excellent for people. Refreshing menthol guarantees a fresh scent and a feeling of lightness in the limbs. Arnica, rosemary, horse chestnut and camphor contained in the horse ointment gently anaesthetize, reduce inflammation, improve circulation and help get rid of swelling.
Horse ointment for hair
Interestingly, you can also use horse ointment on your hair. Let us warn you right away: there are no official scientific studies that would confirm this. However, we can find many opinions on the web from satisfied users who apply horse ointment to their hair. And we can see for ourselves – horse ointment is not expensive, so we are not risking much. However, it is worth being careful.
Horse ointment for hair – which one is the best?
What is the best horse ointment for hair? Before you make a purchase, note that horse ointment is available in two versions with different compositions – a warming ointment and a cooling ointment. The difference lies in the details, specifically in essential oils and the presence of capsaicin, which has a warming effect – it is also found in, among others, so-called lip glosses that enlarge lips. It is an ingredient in, among others, chili peppers – it irritates the skin, stimulates circulation.
It is difficult to indicate the best specific brand of horse ointment for hair. However, it is known for sure that the best for hair is the warming horse ointment. Applying it to the head stimulates the skin and stimulates hair growth, which becomes thicker. The bulbs become stronger and the hair falls out less.
Horse ointment for hair – side effects, contraindications
As with all care products (both those used as intended and those with alternative uses, such as horse ointment for hair), side effects may occur. In the case of horse ointment applied to hair, skin irritation, skin congestion, and burns may occur.
Absolute contraindications are scalp injuries, which can be penetrated by substances such as camphor contained in horse ointment. This could have a toxic effect on the body. Therefore, do not do, for example, scalp peeling before the procedure. Do not use horse ointment on your hair if you have atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis or a tendency to allergies.
Therefore, first do an allergy test on a small area of skin, because – unfortunately – many opinions indicate that horse ointment causes allergies relatively often. However, if everything is fine, you can use the ointment as a rub on dry scalp for a month. After applying, wait half an hour, then wash thoroughly, and then wash your hair as usual.