KYRA DAVIS: Go Ahead, Dump Some Olive Oil On Your Head

Every once in a while I stumble across a bizarre beauty tip that actually works and this week has been one of those times. My hair has been crazy dry and fragile lately (stress is VERY bad for hair). I'm going to get it cut short next week but in the interim I've been trying to figure out what I can do to improve matters. Someone told me to take some extra-virgin olive oil (at least 3 tablespoons) warm it up in the microwave and then apply it to my hair and scalp. After that you're supposed to wrap your head up in either a cap or a cheap satin scarf (your scarf won't be looking so great after it's been coated with oil so you might want to save the Hermès for another occasion) and sleep with the stuff in your hair.

It seemed like kind of a weird idea and it took me a while to get around to trying it but in a moment of desperation I went to my cupboard, pulled out the olive oil and (after warming it) put it on my head. I don't love sleeping with my hair wrapped up but it didn't kill me and the next day I stepped into the shower, pulled out the shampoo and washed the stuff out...and my hair was more manageable and softer than it has been in weeks. Even after I washed it out it was easier to comb. It wasn't oily but it had a shine that lasted for the next few days. I've been doing some research on the internet and it seems this treatment is supposed to work for all hair-types and some claim it even stimulates hair growth. Seriously, put whatever your hair problem is into a Google search and then add the words "olive oil" and you are bound to find site after site telling you how olive oil can help with all those bad hair days.

So if you're in the mood to dump some oil on your head I strongly recommend that you go for it. Guess extra-virgin olive oil isn't just for cooking anymore.

Kyra Davis
Bestselling Author of:
The Sophie Katz Murder Mystery Series,
and
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3 comments :

Robin WrightThursday, February 18, 2010 at 1:28:00 PM PST
Good old fashion hot oil treatment! What about egg?heard that's good. Mayo too.
AnonymousSunday, February 21, 2010 at 10:01:00 PM PST
Kyra:

I was listening to your last book of the Sophie Katz series today on my ipod and I thought to myself--I wish she would come out with another book. Here I am with insomnia and I googled your page and now you have a new Sophie Katz novel coming out!! I am really really excited!

After Lust Loathing and a Little Lip Gloss, I thought I could find another author to hold my interest--but I was wrong. No disrespect t the Stephanie Plum girls, but she is no Sophie Katz.

You need to get this character to the big screen--or any screen. Hell, she's Lifetime, USA, Bravo and WE material!

Now that I've said that--with respect to your hair--have you heard of Miss Jessie's products? Try the Baby Butter Creme. There is also another line of products that's pretty decent under the "Deva"line.
kyradavisSunday, February 21, 2010 at 11:15:00 PM PST
Thank you! I really hope you enjoy Vows, Vendettas And A Little Black Dress! I'm REALLY working on getting it on the big screen and there does seem to be some hopeful signs that it's going to happen. Keep your fingers crossed for Sophie! I'll check out Miss Jessie's products and the Deva line.

Robin: yeah, I'm gonna hold the mayo. There's a line I won't cross...it's a very fine line and it occasionally moves an inch or two but it's there ; )