When it comes to achieving luscious locks, nature has your back (and your scalp). Essential oils aren’t just for making your home smell like a fancy spa—they’re powerful plant-based wonders that can elevate your hair care game.
How to Use Essential Oils for Healthy Hair:
You can use essential oils in your hair care routine daily by making DIY hair products or adding essential oils to your store bought products. Be sure to scroll to the bottom to grab my favorite DIY hair recipes.
- Scalp Massage Oil:
- Mix 3-4 drops of essential oils of choice with about 1 tablespoon of carrier oil (like coconut, castor, or jojoba oil) and massage it into your scalp.
- Leave it on for 30 minutes before shampooing.
- Essential Oil Shampoo:
- Add a few drops of essential oils of choice to your shampoo or conditioner.
- Massage, wash, and rinse normally.
- Essential Oil Leave-in Serum:
- Mix 2-3 drops argan oil with 2-3 drops essential oils of choice and apply to the ends of your hair for anti-frizz and extra shine.
Pro Tips for Safe Use:
- Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil before applying them to your scalp. Coconut, argan, jojoba, and castor oil are all great for your hair in small amounts.
- Do a patch test first to avoid any allergic reactions.
- Consistency is key—use treatments 1-2 times per week for best results.
- Citrus oils are photosensitive, making your skin more sensitive when exposed to sunlight. Don't use citrus essential oils on your scalp if you will be in the sun within about 12 hours.
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Purification Essential Oil Blend - My Personal Favorite Essential Oil!
- Purification is the most used essential oil in my house. Not sure what essential oil to use? Just grab Purification! Cause it does everything!
- The Purification blend includes Rosemary, Tea Tree, & Lavadin (Lavender's cousin) which are all listed here in this list. Which means Purification is an easy button to get multiple essential oils your hair loves in one bottle!
Rosemary Essential Oil — The Growth Guru
- Looking to channel your inner Rapunzel? Rosemary essential oil is your go-to.
- Known for stimulating hair follicles and improving circulation to the scalp, this oil may help with hair growth and thickness.
Lavender Essential Oil — The Balancer
- Lavender isn’t just great for sleep; it’s also a powerhouse for scalp health.
- Lavender is soothing & moisturizing for your scalp & hair.
Peppermint Essential Oil — The Energizer
- Peppermint oil is like a breath of fresh air for your scalp.
- Its cooling & energizing sensation helps stimulate your scalp & hair growth.
Tea Tree Essential Oil — The Purifier
- Tea Tree is known for it's cleansing properties.
- Tea Tree oil is very versatile, supporting healthy looking skin, nails, hair, & scalp.
Cedarwood Essential Oil — The Strength Builder
- Cedarwood oil is soothing and balancing which helps balance oil production on the scalp and strengthen hair follicles.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil — The Hydrator
- Dry, brittle hair? Ylang Ylang (which means "flower of flowers") is your moisturizing miracle.
- Ylang Ylang was traditionally used in hair formulas to promote shiny, lustrous hair.
Clary Sage Essential Oil — The Hormonal Helper
- Clary Sage is fantastic for balancing hormones, which can impact hair health.
Honorable Mentions:
- Orange
- Citrus oils are photosensitive, making your skin more sensitive when exposed to sunlight. Don't use orange essential oil on your scalp if you will be in the sun within about 12 hours.
- Thyme
- Sandalwood
- Geranium
DIY Hair Recipes with Essential Oils
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