The benefits of plum vegetable oil for hair.

The oil of the plum, known by its I.N.C.I. name " Prunus Domestica Seed Oil", is derived from cold pressing the kernels of Ente plums. This variety of plum is cultivated for the production of Agen prunes. Organoleptically, it is a clear oily liquid of straw yellow to amber colour with green reflections, with a sweet scent of bitter almond or even frangipane. Its main components are fatty acids (60 to 80% omega 9, 15 to 25% omega 6 and 4 to 9% palmitic acid) as well as tocopherol (vitamin E). This composition makes plum oil a hydrating and nourishing ingredient, sought after for skin and hair care. It quickly penetrates the epidermis, acting without leaving a greasy finish on the surface.

Due to its content of essential fatty acids, this vegetable oil revitalises dehydrated and dry hair, providing it with shine. By penetrating the hair fibres, the fatty acids are able to limit water evaporation. They form a protective film to maintain the hair's hydration. Furthermore, the oleic acid or omega 9, which is present in large quantities in plum oil, is a lipid that is part of the composition of sebum, a substance naturally secreted by the body to counteract skin and hair dryness. To avoid dull and brittle hair, a sufficient production of sebum is necessary. Oleic acid thus stimulates the production of sebum by the sebaceous glands and fights against the dryness of the hair that leads to its breakage.

To enjoy its benefits, simply incorporate a few drops of this oil into your regular shampoo. However, some hair care products are already enriched with plum oil, such as masks, conditioners, or even oils.