Here are some of the benefits of pumpkin seed oil for hair, as revealed by Ayurvedic medicine practitioner Dr. Arathi Vasudeva.
- Provides nutrition and improves scalp health
The nutritional content of pumpkin seed oil is great for nourishing the scalp. It moisturizes the scalp, reduces dryness and flaking, and soothes irritated skin.
- Promotes hair growth
Pumpkin seed oil helps inhibit the hormone DHT (a hormone linked to hair loss) and nourishes hair follicles, which can stimulate hair growth.
- Helps hair shine
The fatty acids in pumpkin seed oil help smooth the hair cuticle, leaving hair shinier.
- Makes hair stronger
Pumpkin seed oil is rich in zinc and magnesium, which are great for hair protein synthesis and can help strengthen hair strands, reduce breakage, and increase hair elasticity.