Essential Hair Care; Essential Oil Blends for Dry, Oily and Normal Hair

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Hair, it can help you looks years younger, make an outfit and even make us look years younger. Oh, sorry, I already said that.

But whether we just want to maintain what we have already or maybe you are starting to die your hair every month and looking for a natural hair conditioner, we've gathered a few tips for you.

DANDRUFF

Selected essential oils to help reduce dandruff are:

• Tea Tree
• Lavender
• Rosemary (Dark Hair)
• Lemon (Fair Hair)

Application:
Select any one of the above 3 essential oils (tea tree essential oil on the hair smells incredibly beautiful! Please remember to read Basic Essential Oil Guide No. 1 before starting your path with essential oils.

• A few drops of any one essential oil mentioned-above in your shampoo
• 8-10 drops to 6oz of distilled water, shake and use this blends your last rinse.

Remember to use these applications as directed, in small amounts and not for every wash as these essential oils can dry the hair just in one wash.

DRY HAIR

Create a Moisturizing Shampoo by creating this blend and adding it to your shampoo :

• 5 drops of Jojoba oil,
• 3 drops of Carrot Oil,
• 2 drops of Sandlewood Essential Oil.

FALLING HAIR
Good essential oils for falling hair are:

• Rosemary Essential Oil
• Lemon Essential Oil
• Palma rosa Essential Oil

Application
Last Rinse Blend 6 oz of Spring water with 4/6 drops of one or a combination of any of the essential oils mentioned-above, this should be your last rinse.

Conditioner: Add 2 tablespoon of Almond Oil with 8 to 10 drops of essential oil listed above.

OILY HAIR

Lemon Essential oil works well for a treatment for dry scalp, dandruff and lice. Again, be careful to only use lemon on hair that is very oily as this can seriously dry out the hair after just one washing or rinse.

Application:

• 10 drops of Lemon with 1 drop of Basil added to shampoo.

STIMULATE HAIR GROWTH

• Peppermint Essential Oil
• Basil Essential Oil

Application:
Peppermint essential oil not only smells wonderful, it helps to stimulate blood flow to the root of the hair. Add a few drops of peppermint essential oil to distilled water and spray the hair; you will feel a tingle on your scalp. Aromatherapists claims this will help to stimulate the blood flow to the hair and therefore will help hair grow.

Basil essential oil is also reputed to promote hair growth by stimulating circulation. Again, you can add a few drops of Basil either in the shampoo or conditioner.


NORMAL HAIR

Application:
Beer Rinse: Beer coats the hair and contains proteins. I do this once a year. Beer 4 oz, 5 drops of rosemary and 5 drops of lemon.

Enjoy!

Other great articles:

• Essential Oil Guide: Primer
• Essential Oil Blend Chart

Note

Essential oils have not been tested by the FDA or Health Canada.  Even though we have been using essential oils for centuries for many applications and uses, including hair care however, at this time essential oils cannot make any regulated claims.

Please remember to read our Essential Oil Primer Guide.

Evening Primrose Oil; Eye Wrinkle Serum Recipe, Body Scrub and More

Evening Primrose Oil : Oenothera biennis

Evening Primrose Oil is considered a carrier oil in the world of aromatherapy.  It is a prized oil for its abundant food, health, cosmetic and medicinal benefits.  In particular, Evening Primrose Oil is rich in GLA and offers a natural anti-inflammatory property making it a good oil for acne and pimples. 

In a report by the Mayo Clinic, researchers gave evening primrose oil a "B" on a grading scale from A to F on the amount of evidence that supports claims it relieves itching, inflammation and flaking in patients with eczema. Its anti-inflammatory effect, evening primrose oil has been used to treat skin problems like eczema, acne and rosacea. [source: Mayo Clinic].

Because evening primrose oil goes rancid pretty quickly purchase only an amount you will use within 6 months to 1 year.

How to use Evening Primrose oil

You can apply Evening Primrose directly on your skin (remember to do the patch test first!) without dilution and when you do, you will notice that your skin will absorb the oil very quickly.  However, if you have thin skin, one where it clogs quickly (get white heads) you may want to add a few drops of Evening Primrose oil to your best quality face creme and then apply this blend to your face.  Same rule goes for direct application to your eyes.  The skin around the eyes are even more delicate, so please test first.

Recipes                                             

Homemade Eye Wrinkle Treatment/Formula
From Kitchen, Crafts and More

• 2 tbsp / 1 oz / 30 ml pure essential jojoba oil
• 1 capsule pure essential evening primrose oil
• 10 drops pure essential carrot seed oil

Pour jojoba oil into a small dark glass bottle. Pierce capsule of primrose oil and squeeze into the bottle. Add drops of carrot seed essential oil. Shake well. Place two drops under each eye and tap to spread. Don't get into eyes. It will keep for 6 months if stored in a dark, cool place. 



Vitamin E Eye Serum Recipe
From NB Community

• 2 tablespoons Hazelnut oil
• 6 drops Borage seed oil
• 9 drops Evening primrose oil
• 6 drops Lavender essential oil
• 6 drops Carrot essential oil
• 2 capsule vitamin E

Directions:
Mix these oils in a glass eye dropper jar. Shake well before each use. Take one drop and gently apply to eye area before bedtime


Evening Primrose Oil Acne Recipe
Simple and effective recipe

• 6 drops of Evening Primrose Oil
• 2/3 drops of tea tree oil

Shake to blend.  Put in a dark amber bottle, store in a cool place.  Shake before use.


Anti-Cellulite Body Scrub

• 1 teaspoon Evening Primrose Oil
• 1/2 cup brewed Coffee Ground
• 1 bag of Green Tea and Black tea
• 1 tablespoon of Glacial Exfoliant

Brew the Green Tea and Black Tea in 2 cups of water.  Boil until water is half.  Place all ingredients together with 1 tablespoon of the boiled tea water in a jar or bowl.  Scrub lightly and in circular motion.


Reduce Wrinkles Serum Oil

• 2 drops of Neroli Essential Oil (do not use neat)
• 1 drop of Evening Primrose Oil
• 1 drop of Lavender Essential Oil

Put in a dark amber bottle and shake to blend.  Apply on face and neck using lightly.  Makes a good evening facial serum.

Shopping for Evening Primrose Oil

Cold Processed, Handcrafted Soap with Evening Primrose Oil

You know how much I love handcrafted, all natural soaps.  I found this soap maker from Redmond, VA on Etsy called Rain Tree Botanicals, prices are great, all ingredients are clearly listed and they use quality and distinctive blends making these soaps a good purchase. 

Reduce wrinkles and rejuvenate your skin with our all natural anti-aging face cream rich in essential nutrients.  Shop at Natural Family Botanicals.

 



NOTE:
Remember, like all herbal remedies, evening primrose oil has not been approved by the FDA, which considers herbs dietary supplements rather than drugs.  Because evening primrose oil may cause uterine contractions, it is not recommended for pregnant women.  Always use organic oils and purchase from a reputable supplier of essential and carrier oils.  Please read our Disclosure Policy.