These 5 oils are best for making hair long, thick and silky. Learn the right way to use it from a hair expert.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Thick and shiny hair not only enhances your beauty, but it is also a sign of your healthy body. Due to today’s busy life, pollution and bad eating habits, hair fall and dryness have become a common problem. Hair experts believe that instead of expensive hair products available in the market, if we use natural oils properly, hair can be transformed.1. Coconut Oil: Coconut oil has been the favorite of Indian households for centuries and there are solid scientific reasons behind it. Benefit: It penetrates deep into the hair shaft and reduces protein loss. Usage: Make it lukewarm and massage the scalp. It is best in removing dandruff and providing moisture to the hair.2. Castor Oil: If your hair is very thin or is falling rapidly, then castor oil is no less than a boon. Benefit: It contains ricinoleic acid and omega-6 fatty acid, which increases blood circulation in the scalp. Tip: This oil is quite thick, so always apply it by mixing it with coconut or almond oil. 3. Olive Oil: Olive oil is considered the best conditioner for dry and lifeless hair. Benefit: It is rich in Vitamin-E and antioxidants. It seals the outer layer (cuticles) of the hair, making the hair look soft and shiny. Usage: To eliminate the problem of split ends, apply it on the ends of the hair. 4. Almond Oil: Almond oil is very effective for strengthening hair. Benefit: It contains high amounts of Vitamin-E and magnesium. It prevents hair breakage and helps in their growth. Speciality: This oil is very light (non-sticky), so by applying it you can easily go out.5. Onion Oil: In recent years, onion oil has become an essential part of the hair care routine. Benefit: Sulfur present in onion helps in regrowth of hair and prevents premature graying of hair. Usage: Applying it on the roots twice a week reduces hair fall to a great extent. Expert Tip: Correct way of applying the oil. Heat the oil lightly: Always use the ‘double boiler’ method to make the oil lukewarm. Do it. Warm oil helps in opening the pores of the scalp.Massage Timing: Just applying oil is not enough. Massage in circular motion with your fingertips for 10-15 minutes. Leave it on overnight: For best results, leave the oil on overnight and wash it off with a mild shampoo the next morning. Do not apply too much oil: Applying too much oil will require more shampoo to wash it out, which can further dry out the hair.