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Can olive oil be used as an alternative to coconut oil?

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Olive oil and coconut oil each provide different benefits to hair. Depending on your hair type, one option maybe better than the other.

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When I apply olive oil to my hair, I find around 10 to 25 hairs stuck to my hands and in the sink, is that normal, or am I doing damage?

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Oil makes things stickier, so it's just making your fallen hair more noticeable. If you pull and twist your hair a lot when applying the olive oil, this may also contribute to fallen hair.

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When should I shampoo my hair after using olive oil?

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Wait a minimum of an hour. It works great if you can leave it overnight on your hair and wash it the next morning.

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What kind of hair oil should I use with olive oil?

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You can use olive oil as it is. It works great. If you want to mix with another oil, you can mix coconut oil, sesame oil or gingelly oil.

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Can I use soap nuts after applying olive oil?

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Yes, but make sure you apply a little extra oil than required since soap nuts have a tendency to make your hair dry.

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Can I leave olive oil in my hair overnight safely?

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Definitely. It certainly helps with the conditioning. Lay a thick cloth down on your pillow if you're worried about the oil seeping through, or just wrap your hair in a silk cloth.

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Can I use olive oil daily?

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It wouldn't be ideal because you're still washing your hair, and you'll be washing away its natural oils. You could apply it to the ends if your hair is super dry.

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Should I use shampoo after applying olive oil?

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No, shampoo can strip the oils from your hair, reversing the healthful effect of the olive oil treatment

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Which type of conditioner can I use when using olive oil?

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There isn't any real restriction when it comes to what variety of conditioner can be used in conjunction with olive oil.

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What type of shampoo should I use when I use the olive oil?

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You can use any type of shampoo to go along with the olive oil.

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Will using a hair straightener after olive oil treatment damage the hair, or make it easier, since it acts as a heat protector?

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It will make your hair healthier and shouldn't damage it. It being a heat protector is irrelevant.

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Should I use this method more than once a week?

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No, the olive oil is heavy and if you're using it alone, the method should be more than helpful once a week.

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Can I use avocado oil instead of olive oil to get healthier hair?

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Many oils have healthy effects on your hair. Avocado oil is less nurturing than olive or coconut oil but should still achieve the desired affect.

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Does olive oil treatment help your hair grow?

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Olive oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants and can thus help promote faster hair growth.

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