I have written quite a few articles on natural hair care over the years. Recipes as a nourishing conditioner and herbal hair treatments for healthier hair. However, healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. This hair growth oil helps nourish the scalp and is great for anyone dealing with hair loss and breakage.
I originally wrote this recipe for men who may notice thinning hair as they age. However, many women are also looking for hair products to address hair health. Over styling, tight hairstyles (such as tight braids), heat styling tools, thyroid problems, androgenetic alopecia and pregnancy can all contribute to hair loss.
Over half of women experience hair loss at some point. You may not have thinning hair, but you want to grow longer hair.
I started experimenting with natural ways to promote hair growth for myself after a pregnancy. I realized that this hair growth oil would be equally effective for men who want to avoid hair loss. No matter who you are, if you notice that your hair isn't as bountiful as it once was, the good news is that there are natural options.
Encourage healthy hair growth
Like anything else, the foundation of healthy hair is a healthy diet. Nutrients like biotin and collagen help all hair types stay healthy and strong. Experts recommend focusing on B vitamins, vitamin C (for collagen production), Omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins D and A.
And if you're iron deficient, that can also play a role. Iron is necessary for healthy blood flow to the hair follicles. I try to get as many nutrients as possible from whole foods, but supplements can help fill in the gaps. When we get enough nutrition, it can help reduce hair breakage, reduce hair lines and split ends as well.
Hydration and minerals are also very important. If you notice dry hair, flaking or a dry scalp, you may need to drink more water. You can read my recipe for a moisturizer mineral drinks here.
Oil treatment for hair growth
If your joints need some extra TLC, then a natural scalp treatment can do the trick. There are a variety of natural oils that promote fast and easy hair growth. Some popular options include almond oil, argan oil, coconut oil, and jojoba oil. For those with alopecia, vitamin E can help reduce oxidative damage to the scalp and encourage hair growth.
While there are many options, in this recipe, I use:
- Castor oil – Used for detoxification in cures like castor oil packs. I have also used it to thicken/lengthen my hair and eyelashes. Not only does it help with hair loss, but it greatly promotes hair growth. My hair grew 1.5 inches in a month after using it twice a week!
- Black seed oil – Black seed oil it has many benefits, but it is especially great for hair growth. It can help correct some fungal infections that lead to hair loss and can also help prevent hair thinning in the first place. You can use it internally or topically, just test a small amount on the skin of your inner arm first before using it on a large area. Black seed oil can be irritating to some people.
- Rosemary oil – Known for its ability to stimulate hair growth, rosemary is often added to hair growth treatments and shampoo. Adding a small amount adds a pleasant aroma and increases the effectiveness of the recipe by reducing inflammation and dandruff.
- Lavender essential oil – Also great for skin health and hair growth. It helps soften the aroma of black cumin seed and rosemary to create a refreshing aroma.
Tea tree and peppermint oil are also helpful, but I haven't personally used them in my recipe. If you want, you can add a few drops of tea tree to help with dandruff, oily scalp or any fungal problems. Peppermint helps stimulate the scalp and increases blood flow for hair growth.
Optional olive oil and cayenne
Cayenne helps increase blood circulation and is a popular remedy for hair loss and muscle pain. If you want to incorporate it into your hair growth oil, it's easy to make an infusion. Here's what you'll need:
- Add the ingredients to the top of a double burner and leave for about an hour.
- You can also make a solar infusion. Simply leave the cayenne and oil in a glass jar in the sun for a few days.
- Strain the cayenne and reserve the oil to use in your hair growth oil recipe.
Natural hair growth oil recipe
A combination of oils that promote hair growth, such as castor oil, black cumin seed, rosemary and lavender.
Yield: 3 ounce
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Combine all ingredients in a dark glass bottle. A brown dropper bottle can be used, but I reuse the black cumin seed bottle. It has a special myrrh glass that protects the oils from decay for years.
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Wet hair and massage 10-30 drops (or ½ to 1 teaspoon) into scalp.
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Leave it for an hour or overnight and rinse. I recommend using at night and sleeping with a towel on the pillow to avoid oil stains.
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Use once a week or as needed to boost hair growth.
Test the oils on a small part of the inner arm before using it on the entire scalp. Do not use if it causes any reaction or sensitivity. Black cumin seed oil will irritate the skin for a small percentage of people with sensitive skin.
Do you like this recipe? Here are 11 tips how to have healthier hair and avoid thinning hair.
What products do you (or the men in your life) use on their hair? What are your tips for fuller, healthier hair?
