5 oiling mistakes that are stopping your hair growth
Published on: Dec. 2, 2025, 7 p.m. | Source: Times of India
In India, hair oiling is almost a ritual. From childhood, we have seen our moms, grandmas, and aunts rubbing coconut, almond, or amla oil into our hair, promising long, luscious locks. And honestly, there’s science behind it - oils nourish the scalp, strengthen hair from the roots, and even improve blood circulation. But here’s the twist: many of us are doing it wrong. If your hair hasn’t grown past a certain length, keeps breaking, or looks dull, it might not be genetics alone, your oiling routine could be sabotaging your growth. Here are five common mistakes Indians make while oiling hair and how to fix them.
