Ingredients needed
To make Korean onion oil, you will need:
Fresh onions: 3-4 large onions (red or white)
Carrier oil: 1 cup of coconut oil, olive oil, or any other carrier oil of your choice
Essential oils (optional): A few drops of essential oils like rosemary, lavender, or tea tree for added benefits and fragrance
Step-by-Step process
Step 1: Prepare the onions
Peel and wash the onions thoroughly to remove any dirt.
Chop the onions into small pieces. The smaller the pieces, the easier it will be to extract the juice.
Step 2: Extract onion juice
Place the chopped onions in a blender or food processor and blend until you get a smooth paste.
Strain the paste using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to extract the juice. Make sure to press out as much juice as possible.
Step 3: Heat the oil
Pour the carrier oil into a pan and heat it on low flame.
Once the oil is warm, add the extracted onion juice to the pan.
Simmer the mixture on low heat for about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn’t burn. The key is to let the juice infuse with the oil without overheating.
Step 4: Strain the mixture
After simmering, allow the mixture to cool down.
Strain the oil using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any onion residues.
Step 5: Add essential oils (Optional)
If you choose to use essential oils, add a few drops to the strained onion oil.
Mix well to combine the essential oils with the onion oil.
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Step 6: Store the onion oil
Pour the prepared onion oil into a clean, dry bottle or jar.
Store it in a cool, dark place. The oil can last up to a month if stored properly.
Benefits of Korean onion oil for hair growth
Promotes hair growth: The sulfur in onions helps in the formation of keratin, a protein essential for hair growth. It also boosts blood circulation to the scalp, encouraging hair growth.
Reduces hair fall: Regular application of onion oil can help reduce hair fall by strengthening the hair roots.
Fights dandruff: Onion oil has antibacterial properties that help combat dandruff and other scalp infections.
Improves hair texture: The nutrients in onion oil nourish the scalp, leading to smoother, shinier, and healthier hair.
Prevents premature graying: The antioxidants in onion oil help prevent premature graying of hair by protecting the hair cells from oxidative damage.
How to use Korean onion oil
Pre-shampoo treatment: Apply the onion oil to your scalp and hair and massage gently for 10-15 minutes. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes, then wash it off with a mild shampoo.
Overnight treatment: For a more intensive treatment, apply the oil to your scalp and hair before bed. Cover your hair with a shower cap to avoid staining your pillow. Wash it off the next morning with a mild shampoo.
Weekly hair mask: Mix onion oil with other natural ingredients like yogurt, honey, or aloe vera to create a nourishing hair mask. Apply the mask to your hair and scalp, leave it on for 30-45 minutes, and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.