Many of us desire hair that is shiny and lustrous, but frequent washing and exposure to wind and dust strip the skin and the hair of their natural coat of oil, making the hair frizzy and the scalp dry, itchy, and flaky. The way essential oils help to repair dry and damaged hair is by soaking in and retaining moisture levels. They can transform your dull and limp locks into radiant and healthy-looking hair.

Benefits of Essential oil for Hair and Scalp:

Nourishes and moisturises hair

Encourages hair growth and may help minimize hair loss

Improves shine and softness of hair

Soothes irritated scalp and gets rid of dandruff

Balances skin hormones

Makes your hair smell great!

Here are some DIY recipes that will also help to boost the health of your hair. You can also diffuse essential oils at home to beat stress and aid hair growth. Depending on the nature of your hair and scalp , you can pick one that best suits your needs.

Note:  Essential oils are so potent, they should be diluted with a carrier oil before topical application. Mix just a few drops in a suitable carrier oil like coconut oil or jojoba oil.

ESSENTIAL OIL HAIR CARE RECIPES

一．Hair conditioner oil

1 tablespoon Jojoba or other carrier oil

3 drops of Rosemary (or other hair care essential oil)

Directions: Mix the Jojoba and Rosemary in a small bowl (tiny condiment bowls work great for this). Wet your hair with warm water and then apply the conditioner. Let it sit on your hair for 15-30 minutes. Then, wash your hair as normal. Jojoba and rosemary are helpful for dry hair

二． Massage scalp

Place 3 to 5 drops of a hair care conditioner oil (recipe above) on your fingertips and massage your scalp.

Scaly scalp and dandruff blend: Add 2 drops atlas cedarwood, 2 drops lavender, 2 drops rosemary, and 2 drop tea tree oil to 1/2 ounce of a base oil (like jojoba).

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三．Scented hair

Apply 2 drops of your chosen essential oils for hair to the bristles of your hairbrush and brush your hair well

Or… Add 3 drops of a hair care conditioner oil (recipe above) to a hair brush or comb.The hair will absorb the scent as the oil conditions hair.

四．Boost hair growth and blood circulation.

Apply the following hair treatment formula at moist scalp, then wrap it with a hot towel or bath cap for 10 minute, then continue with the normal hair cleaning routine including shampoo and conditioner:

Coconut oil 10ml          Olive oil 20ml

Rosemary 4 drops        Cedarwood 4 drops

Geranium 4 drops

This formula can boost hair growth and blood circulation.

ESSENTIAL OIL HAIR CARE TIPS

1. Prevent oily/greasy hair: Add 2–3 drops of peppermint oil to your conditioner to get rid of greasy hair.
2. Add shine: Giving your hair and scalp a good hair mask treatment on a weekly basis can help take care of unruly strands, moisturize your hair and add shine.
3. Lighten your hair: Add 2–3 drops of chamomile oil to your hair before going out in the sun.