I don’t think essential oils are given enough credit when it comes to how beneficial they are to the scalp, hair and my recent revelation… skin!
Their properties range from being soothing and calming to antiseptic, healing, antibacterial, antidepressant regenerative, the list really does goes on. Their uses are just as impressive as their properties and dare I say even more widespread! Night time pillow drops, scented bath water, scalp oil, facial oil cleansing, body cream, oil burning… don’t mess with me I’m an essential oil groupie!
You’ll be happy to know essential oils are also great when it comes to encouraging hair growth due to their ‘stimulant’ nature. I’d especially recommend them for those whose hairlines need a bit of a kick up the behind to grow and somewhat thicken out already!
Here are some great mixes that you can treat your scalp to! Plus one skin treat thrown in for the oil cleansing lovers!
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5 drops Bay leaf essential oil
*I go by the 1% essential oils to 100ml formulation which means approx 25 drops of essential oils.
Lavender – decongestant, soothing, anti-inflammatory
Bay leaf – stimulating and helps control dandruff
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Properties
Rosehip Oil – full of vitamins, antioxidants, helps correct dark spots
Sweet Almond Oil – moisturising, rich in vitamin E
Lavender – decongestant, soothing, anti-inflammatory
Bergamot – antiseptic, antibacterial, helps regulate oil production
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50ml Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
12 drops Sandalwood essential oil
13 drops Lavender essential oil
Argan Oil – nourishing, rich in omega, omega 9, vitamin E, conditioning
Coconut Oil – conditioning, penetrative, softening
Lavender – decongestant, soothing, anti-inflammatory
Sandalwood – healing, helps retain moisture, calming
Also please try and stick to just a few drops of essential oils in any of your mixes as too much can cause unwanted irritation.
P.s. I buy my oils from Sheabuttercottage or Naturallythinking
Avec amour…
Fiona