One of the most age-old and traditional hair care tips, massaging your hair with coconut oil, is still incredibly effective today. Apply some warm coconut oil from root to tip and leave it on for at least 30 minutes before shampooing. Its high lauric acid content allows it to deeply penetrate the hair shaft, reducing protein loss by up to 40%. This helps strengthen hair strands against mechanical damage like combing or styling and UV exposure. But that’s not all, coconut oil also helps stimulate hair growth. The massage process boosts blood circulation to the scalp, nourishing hair follicles and encouraging healthy hair growth. Its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties help maintain a healthy scalp environment, reducing dandruff and preventing clogged follicles, both of which can contribute to hair thinning.