Essential oils for hair growth


I think that we all know that essential oils are known for their aromatic capabilities. But that is not the only reason why and how you should use them. Essential oils are great for hair growth. Essential oils are much safer and just as effective as conventional hair care products.   So what are the benefits of using Essential oils for hair: 
  • Stimulates hair growth 
  • Get rid of dandruff
  • Nourish and moisturizes hair
Don’t forget that the best way how to use Essential oils are with a carrier oil. Essential oils are concentrated, therefore, it is important to mix your essential oils for hair growth with a carrier oil. Good options are jojoba oil and coconut oilBut let's talk about the best essential oils for hair growth. 

1. Lavender essential oil

Lavender oil is full of benefits. You can not even count down them all. The benefits you will get from using Lavender essential oil are: 
  • It heals dry skin
  • Deals with dry hair 
  • Promotes healthy hair growth 
  • Prevent hair loss 
  • It has an antimicrobial effect, that can battle bacteria and fungus  
  • Thickens your hair 
  • The lavender essential oil also helps the hair follicles become stronger 
  • It also is perfect for those who suffer from dandruff
How to use it: 
  1. Mix few drops with a carrier oil(olive oil, melted coconut oil) 
  2. Apply it directly to your scalp 
  3. Leave it in for at least 10 minutes 
  4. Then wash it out 
  5. Do it at least twice a week

2. Lemongrass essential oil

Lemongrass essential oil is known by it’s healing properties. Its also great works as an effective cleanser and deodorizer. The benefits for hair by using this oil are: 
  • Strengthens hair follicles 
  • Helps to heal itchy and irritated scalp
  • The study has proven that after seven days lemongrass essential oil reduces dandruff
How to use it: 
  1. Add 10 drops of lemongrass essential oil to your shampoo or conditioner 
  2. Or you can message 2-3 drops into your scalp along with your daily conditioner

 3. Rosemary essential oil

Rosemary essential oil has a powerful effect. This is one of the best oils for hair growth and regrowth. You will get a lot of benefits of this oil: 
  • It prevents baldness
  • Prevents thinning hair
  • It prevents blood circulation, which stimulates hair growth and promotes healing 
  • It slows down the graying process
  • This oil also treats dandruff 
  • Rosemary essential oil also heals dry scalp 
  • It can help with over greasy scalp and hair
How to use it: 
  1. 3-5 drops mix with the same amount olive oil 
  2. Massage the mixture into your scalp for 2 minutes 
  3. Let it set in for 3-4 hours 
  4. Wash your hair as usual

4. Peppermint essential oil

This is another great essential oil that is proven to promote hair growth. But that is not the only benefit. It also
  • It treats dandruff 
  • Stimulates hair growth by increasing blood flow 
  • Rejuvenates hair follicles
  • Peppermint essential oil has a cooling effect that reduces skin inflammation 
  • It has a cleansing effect 
How to use it: 
  1. Add 2-3 drops to your shampoo or conditioner  
  2. Use it like usually 
or 
  1. Mix 2 drops of this oil with a carrier oil 
  2. Massage it into your scalp 
  3. Leave it in for 5 minutes 
  4. Wash it out with your shampoo and conditioner 

5. Tea tree essential oil 

This oil has strong cleansing, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. For hair, this oil works deep into the hair follicles that's why it is so effective. Benefits that you will gain from it are: 
  • It increases hair growth 
  • It also is a great treatment for those who suffer from dandruff 
  • This oil also moisturizes the scalp 
  • Tea tree essential oil relieves itching and dry scalp
How to use it:
  1. Mix 10 drops of this oil into your shampoo or conditioner 
or
  1. Mix 3 drops with a carrier oil
  2. Massage it into your scalp 
  3. Leave it in for 15 minutes 
  4. Wash it out 

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