Healthy locks are a worthy adornment of a woman. A variety of essential oils for hair saturate them with beauty and health. The main thing is to learn how to choose essential oils application, which in one case will help, and in another will harm.
For Hair Growth
A full-fledged replacement for professional hair care methods.
Essential oils for hair ends are always heated before application.
It is forbidden to use rosemary essential oil for hair during pregnancy. It is especially dangerous in the early stages, it may provoke a miscarriage.
Hair loss begins if:
- there is not enough rest;
- there is constant stress;
- there is an unbalanced diet;
- there is a lack of vitamins and other useful components in the body;
- the care products are improperly selected.
Essential oil for hair loss also has other magical qualities:
- strengthens;
- nourishes;
- stimulates follicles;
- regulates fat production;
- improves mood;
- relieves stress.
Popular essential oils for oily hair do not always completely solve the problem. Their effectiveness is enhanced by a comprehensive effect on the body, from the inside and out.
It is better to use tonics or infusions with a small content of natural extracts or add a few oily drops to one dose of shampoo.
How to Use Oils for Hair
It is ideal to add to cosmetics. There, the concentration of the product is reduced by other components. Which oils are useful for hair of a particular type and which essential oil is best in a particular case will be helped by a pharmacist and consultant.
Mint Oil for Hair
Rich in useful components, mint oil improves the overall condition of the hair. It eliminates brittleness and saturates with shine. Mint stimulates the circulatory system, which leads to the saturation of hair follicles with oxygen and the awakening of bulbs. Mint extract cleanses the epidermis of the smallest dust particles and tones the hairs. It is useful for sensitive scalp epidermis, relieves itching and neutralizes inflammatory processes. A popular method of application is to add a few drops to your favorite balm or shampoo.
Mask:
- 2 tbsp. warm burdock oil;
- 2 drops of menthol. Apply, cover with polyethylene and a warm towel. Leave for 40 minutes, rinse.
Lavender Oil for Hair
Gentle lavender oil positively affects the health of curls, skin, and the emotional state of a person. Main properties:
- calming;
- antibacterial;
- anti-inflammatory;
- healing;
- antispasmodic. In the composition of hair cosmetics, it eliminates dandruff and itching, nourishes and fills curls with healthy shine, fights baldness.
Contraindicated in:
- susceptibility to odors;
- anemia;
- low blood pressure;
- epilepsy.
Mask with clay and lavender essential oil:
- 1 tbsp. white or blue clay;
- half tbsp. mineral water;
- 1 yolk;
- half tbsp. liquid honey;
- 4-5 drops of lavender oil. Dilute the clay with water to a medium density. Add the remaining ingredients. Apply the mask to the hair, stepping back from the roots. Cover with a preheated towel. Leave for 25 minutes. Rinse using shampoo, balm and a detangling agent. Apply once every 7-10 days.
Rosemary Oil for Hair
Rosemary oil has a unique aroma that stimulates an energy boost. It “levels” the work of the sebaceous glands, restores the structure of the hair shaft, resists dandruff and hair loss, and treats dermatological diseases of the scalp. Like other essential oils for thick hair, it stimulates blood flow to the follicles, which contributes to the appearance of new hairs.
Cannot be used:
- with high blood pressure;
- with convulsions.
Restorative mask:
- 2 tbsp. argan;
- 4 drops of rosemary. Heat and apply to the length, avoiding the roots, wrap. Rinse after half an hour.
Orange Oil for Hair
Invigorating orange oil is known for its healing effect on the epidermis. It improves the overall condition of curls, makes them soft, elastic and shiny. Prevents hair loss, fills with useful components.
Mask against hair loss. Mix essential oils to moisturize and restore hair:
- orange - 2 drops;
- chamomile - 4 drops;
- pine - 1 drop. Heat, apply to the skin with massaging movements, rinse after 20 minutes.
Tea Tree Oil for Hair
Sandalwood and tea tree are the best oils against dandruff and unpleasant burning. The second successfully fights fungal infections of the scalp, eliminates brittleness and dryness, refreshes and revitalizes strands.
Cannot be used if there are wounds.
Nourishing mask:
- 1 tbsp. burdock oil;
- 3 drops of tea tree. The miraculous mixture works better when heated. It nourishes the skin and hair roots. A single application every few days is sufficient.
Lemon Oil for Hair
Citrus oils for the scalp are a natural detox. Lemon extract cleanses, refreshes and tones. Vitamin C stimulates healthy hair growth. Heals small cracks and wounds. Stabilizes the pH level. This is the ideal oil for hair shine and a healthy look.
Contraindications - individual intolerance.
Infusion for rinsing to give a healthy shine:
- 1 drop of fragrant lemon extract;
- 2 drops of chamomile;
- 0.5 tbsp. table vinegar;
- half a liter of clean water. After washing, rinse with the solution. Do not rinse. Apply a couple of times a week.
Ylang Ylang Oil for Hair
Tropic ylang ylang has the ability to restore curls and skin. Saturates weakened hairs with strength, stimulates the awakening of new bulbs, restores lost shine.
When used in its pure form, a burn is possible.
Strengthening mask for normal hair:
- mashed avocado pulp;
- 3 drops of ylang ylang;
- half tbsp. olive oil. Mix until smooth. Apply to the entire length of the hair, wrap with a warm towel. Rinse after 30 minutes.
Cinnamon Oil for Hair
Brown cinnamon oil stimulates blood flow to the follicles and encourages hair growth. Accelerates metabolic processes in the epidermis, restores damaged curls, blocks hair loss, eliminates skin diseases.
Cinnamon oil has a brightening ability, not suitable for dark-haired beauties. A saturated concentration can lead to a burn or allergic reaction, it is necessary to dissolve in base oils.
Mask against hair loss:
- coconut and macadamia 1 tsp each;
- cinnamon - 5 drops;
- liquid honey - 1 tbsp. Mix everything and bring to a homogeneous state. Cover the roots and hair with massaging movements while the mask is warm. Wrap your head in a towel. Rinse after 40 minutes.
