If you want to use natural ingredients for hair care, don’t forget the natural essential oils . Whether you are looking to get rid of dandruff, stimulate hair growth , or just get stronger locks, essential oils, also called essential oils, are one of the few natural ingredients that can make your hair healthier.

And there are plenty of essential oils that are good for hair, regardless of your hair type. Greasy hair? dry? Yes, there is oil for that. Choose an oil that suits your hair needs, then try one of these simple ways to apply it. If you make your own shampoo or hairspray, you can easily use natural blends of essential oils to improve your locks. And if you are not interested in creating these blends yourself, you can add natural oils to your favorite hair products. Just don’t apply it directly to your scalp, as this can cause burning, redness, or irritation. 

How to use natural oils on hair

Nourishing dry hair

Essential oils are the perfect ally in maintaining strong and healthy locks. Essential oils are applied to the hair with a nourishing carrier oil, as they help lock in moisture within the hair fiber, thus eliminating dry hair .

Lavender and geranium are especially useful for dry hair; Both act to naturally condition hair and help balance the production of scalp oils. Lavender, geranium, sandalwood, and chamomile oils (which also lighten blonde hair naturally) are natural oils used to treat dry hair.

Method

Add 10 drops of essential oil to 1 tablespoon of nourishing jojoba, coconut, or olive oil, and add the mixture to an 8- ounce bottle of shampoo . Shake the package well. You can also use essential oils for a weekly hot oil treatment or daily use with a handmade hair strengthening spray.

Get rid of greasy hair

If you have oily hair, you may need to “train” it by shampooing less often. Choose one of these oils (no, it won’t make your hair greasy) that can block sebum secretions and also help your scalp balance oil production. Lemon, sage, peppermint, and geranium oils are essential oils for oily hair.

Method

Add 1 teaspoon of bentonite clay and 20 drops of essential oil to your regular shampoo bottle. This is an excellent way to deliver essential oils to the hair and also absorb excess oil. Spray the roots of your hair before or after styling. You can also add a few drops of essential oil to your dry shampoo.

Stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss

Several studies have shown the effectiveness of essential oils in stimulating the scalp in cases of hair loss. When used for six months, rosemary essential oil works great on hair, in addition to traditional topical hair loss treatments. Peppermint, lavender, rosemary, and sage oils are among the best oils that can be used to treat hair loss.

Method

Add 10 drops of rosemary and 5 drops of peppermint (or 15 drops of any combination of other oils you choose) into an 8- ounce bottle of shampoo or conditioner and shake well to combine. Massage it into your scalp every time you wash your hair. Use rosemary serum for a weekly scalp stimulating massage. Apply to the roots of your hair and press firmly on the scalp with the tips of your fingers. Leave it on your hair overnight and wash it in the morning.

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Get rid of dandruff

Many essential oils are naturally anti-fungal, take advantage of their ability to combat dandruff. Lemongrass is especially effective if the dandruff is caused by an overgrowth of Malassezia yeast on the skin. Tea tree, rosemary, lemongrass, and peppermint oils are some of the best dandruff treatments.

Method

Add 20 drops of essential oil to your shampoo or conditioner. Try this night mask with tea tree oil and peppermint.

Soothe itching and irritation of the scalp

Essential oils help soothe irritated skin, so why not use them on an itchy scalp? These natural anti-inflammatory oils help relieve symptoms and improve the healing process. In one study, lemongrass oil was found to be effective in treating dandruff. Tea tree, rosemary, and lavender oils are antimicrobial oils that can also help treat problems like primary dermatitis. 

Method

Add essential oils to this anti-inflammatory apple cider vinegar scalp scrub, to gently exfoliate and soothe skin.

1/2 cup salt Himalaya pink crushed a little, 1 tbsp vinegar apples, 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted, 1 teaspoon of honey 15 drops of grapefruit oil , grapefruit essential oil or any other of your choice.

If your scalp is tender, you may want to replace the Himalayan salt with fine-grained salt or skip it altogether. Add a few drops of chamomile or lavender to this honey hair mask to speed up scalp healing.