Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth

As many women (and men) know, when we get older our hair starts to thin out, maybe even fall out. Much of this is due to hormonal changes in the body. Did you know that there are some home remedies you can do to help stimulate new hair growth and help strengthen the growth that you have, simply and affordably? Rosemary oil is distilled from the leaves of the herb rosemary; it has a minty-balsamic aroma that is pleasing to most people. Rosemary is related to lavender, sage, peppermint, hyssop and many other plants. Julia Lawless, in her book “The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils,” lists some of rosemary oil’s properties as stimulating, a tonic, restorative, antiseptic, digestive, analgesic, antioxidant, antimicrobial and astringent.

Valerie Ann Worwood, in her book, “The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy,” suggests the use of rosemary oil for hair growth. Worwood says that rosemary oil stimulates cell division and dilates blood vessels, in turn, stimulating hair follicles into producing new hair growth. Rosemary oil is not the only essential oil credited with stimulating hair growth. You can also use Cypress, Geranium, Lemon or Sage. Combined with Melaleuca (a.k.a. Tea Tree),it helps to treat other scalp conditions such as dandruff.

To use Rosemary oil, you can try a few methods. You can incorporate this concentrated essential oil to your shampoo or conditioner (massaging into your scalp and allowing it to absorb into your skin), or create your own tonic. Be careful of course when rinsing your hair to cover your eyes so they do not become irritated.

DIY Hair Tonic:

• 6 drops Rosemary oil  per 1 oz. of carrier oil (jojoba or coconut are a few good ones)
• Add 2-4 drops of Cypress, Geranium, or Melaleuca for added benefits

Combine these together in a squeeze bottle, and gently mix (no harsh shaking). Wet your hair with warm water (opening the pores) and apply the mixture to your roots, letting it stand for 20 minutes. Rinse with your shampoo and conditioner, then dry as usual.

Do not use rosemary oil during pregnancy or if you suffer from epilepsy or high blood pressure. These conditions aside, rosemary oil is generally considered non-sensitizing and non-toxic. Always dilute rosemary oil in a carrier base, such as shampoo, hair conditioner, base oil or lotion before using.

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