In the modern or traditional world hair styling has always played an important role in both men and women. No matter how expensive designer outfit you are wearing if your hair isn’t right it’s all a waste. We all dream of lustrous shiny heavy hair , but most people face different hair problems such as hair fall, hair thinning, alopecia, split ends, dull hair, oily greasy hair, etc. Here in this article we are going to discuss about different types of hair problems and how one can fix them with the help of essential oils.
1. Dry hair
Shampooing too often causes dry hair. Although squeaky-clean hair is a good thing, many overdo it by washing once, sometimes twice, per day. That will strip away all of the hair’s natural oils.
Essential Oils to help with Dry and Frizzy Hair
(a). Lavender Essential Oil
DIY Oil for Dry and Frizzy Hair
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of lavender essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1 hour before head wash.
(b). Geranium Essential Oil
DIY Oil for Dry and Frizzy Hair
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of almond oil.
- Add 6 drops of Geranium essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1 hour before head wash.
2. Dandruff
Dandruff, scaly particles that cling to the root of the hair, can be caused by a poor diet, an infection, or even a sluggish metabolism.
Essential Oils to help with Dandruff Hair
(a). Peppermint Essential Oil (for oily and flaky scalp)
DIY Oil for Dandruff
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of peppermint essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1 hour before head wash.
(b). Eucalyptus Essential Oil (for dry and flaky scalp)
DIY Oil for Dandruff
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1 hour before head wash.
3. Hair loss
Although historically discussed as a problem among men, hair loss/thinning hair is also common among women. For most men, it may be male pattern balding. Female hair loss is often caused by stress, medication, changing hormones, and even menopause. Additionally, many hair styling products (chemicals/excessive heat) can contribute to hair loss.
Essential Oils to help with hair loss
(a). Rosemary Essential Oil
DIY Oil for Hair loss issues
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of rosemary essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1hour before head wash.
Apply thrice a week for better results
(b). Lavender Essential Oil
DIY Oil for Hair loss issues
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of Lavender essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1hour before head wash.
Apply thrice a week for better results
4. Alopecia
Alopecia areata: Alopecia is the medical term for bald. Areata means patchy. This patchy baldness can develop anywhere on the body, including the scalp, beard area, eyebrows, eyelashes, armpits, inside your nose, or ears. Alopecia totalis: The person loses all hair on the scalp, so the scalp is completely bald.
Essential Oils to help with Alopecia
(a). Rosemary Essential Oil
DIY Oil for treatment of Alopecia
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of rosemary essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1hour before head wash.
Apply thrice a week for better results
(b). Lavender Essential Oil
DIY Oil for treatment of Alopecia
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of Lavender essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1hour before head wash.
Apply thrice a week for better results
(c). Geranium Essential Oil
DIY Oil for treatment of Alopecia
- Take 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil.
- Add 6 drops of Geranium essential oil
Gently massage scalp and hair 1hour before head wash.
Apply thrice a week for better results
Use these DIY oils for 6-7 months to see visible results for treatment of Alopecia.