It takes time and patience when dealing with your hair. I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for new ways to stimulate growth and keep it healthy and manageable. One of the most popular ways we take care of our hair is by oiling it.
Essential oils are considered to offer many benefits to the hair. Whether it’s a dry scalp or thinning edges, essential oils can be used to treat various hair conditions.
Common hair problems:
- Alopecia (hair loss)
- Split ends
- Dry, itchy scalp
- Dandruff
- Greasy hair
- Hair damage
These are the top 7 essential oils that can help maintain healthy hair and boost growth.
LAVENDER
As one of the most popular essential oils, lavender oil is known for promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss. Reported to be antiseptic, the oil can help cleanse your scalp by ridding it of impurities like dandruff, lice, and excess oil. It is also anti-inflammatory and can work as a moisturizer. In addition, it can be used to relieve stress, which is associated with hair loss.
ROSEMARY
Rosemary oil is believed to stimulate hair growth by improving blood circulation which increases the oxygen and nutrient intake of the hair follicles. It is said to contain antioxidants which inhibits damage from free radicals caused by chemical and biological properties. Rosemary oil is supposed to be very useful for treating split ends. It can also be used to treat oily roots.
BASIL
Reported to have antifungal properties, basil oil can be used to treat dandruff. It can relieve scalp irritation as well as itching. According to some studies, the oil is a stimulant for increasing blood circulation, which boosts hair growth and thickens the roots. If you have thinning hair, this oil might just work for you.
PEPPERMINT
It has been reported to help with dryness of the scalp. It can also help with dandruff and offer nourishment to the roots. According to one study, the oil balances the pH levels of your scalp. The aroma lives up to its title.
TEA TREE
It is described as an antiseptic, cleansing agent for unclogging pores. It is said to have antibacterial properties that fight against infection from fungi, yeast, and other harmful microorganisms. Based on analysis, it relieves itching.
CEDARWOOD
This is another popular oil used to reduce hair loss and excess oiliness. It can promote hair growth by boosting blood circulation in the scalp. It has been proven to moisturize and diminish split ends. Like other essential oils, cedarwood can prevent hair loss.
JOJOBA
This oil is suitable for all hair types. A common use is for moisture. However, it is alleged to work very well as a sebum protection against hair damage. It is additionally believed to cleanse the scalp by removing excess oil and build-up from the hair follicles.
About The Author:
Trysh Sutton is a wife, mother, attorney, interior decorator, strategic leader and owner of Pure Path Essential Oils. She has an eye for business, innovation and perfection – and a desire to help her family, her friends and herself live a healthy and happy life.