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    Do I need to wash my hair after applying the oil?
    Lisa Bryant, ND
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
    Dr. Lisa Bryant is Licensed Naturopathic Physician and natural medicine expert based in Portland, Oregon. She earned a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and completed her residency in Naturopathic Family Medicine there in 2014.
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    It depends on what you are using it for. Rinse the hair out with just warm water if you’re using amla oil in place of your conditioner. Use your normal shampoo and conditioner to rinse the oil away if you’re using the oil as a moisturizing treatment on previously soiled hair.
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    How do I use amla oil on a toddler's natural hair?
    Lisa Bryant, ND
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
    Dr. Lisa Bryant is Licensed Naturopathic Physician and natural medicine expert based in Portland, Oregon. She earned a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and completed her residency in Naturopathic Family Medicine there in 2014.
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    Since Amla oil is food based, it should be okay to use on children. Always test a small area of the hair/scalp first, wait 24 hours and watch for any negative reactions. If you do not see any signs of allergy or sensitivity, you can use on a larger area.
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    Can amla oil help me grow my hair back?
    Lisa Bryant, ND
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
    Dr. Lisa Bryant is Licensed Naturopathic Physician and natural medicine expert based in Portland, Oregon. She earned a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and completed her residency in Naturopathic Family Medicine there in 2014.
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
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    Yes, some studies do show that it increases hair growth and can help treat thinning hair.
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    Does amla oil stimulate hair growth?
    Lisa Bryant, ND
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
    Dr. Lisa Bryant is Licensed Naturopathic Physician and natural medicine expert based in Portland, Oregon. She earned a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and completed her residency in Naturopathic Family Medicine there in 2014.
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
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    Yes, some studies show that it's beneficial for increasing hair growth and stimulating hair follicles.
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    Can I use amla oil on a scaly hairline?
    Lisa Bryant, ND
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
    Dr. Lisa Bryant is Licensed Naturopathic Physician and natural medicine expert based in Portland, Oregon. She earned a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and completed her residency in Naturopathic Family Medicine there in 2014.
    Licensed Naturopathic Physician
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    Yes, you can use the oil on areas of dryness along the hairline.
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