ESSENTIAL AND CARRIER OILS FOR HAIR GROWTH

Since essential oils and carrier oils are key in growing healthy long hair, i have decided to do this post to educate us on what they are, their uses , benefits and side effects.

NB: Please note that pregnant women should not use essential oils, High Blood Pressure,kidney problems,Hypoglycemia. please consult your doctor before using essential oils.

Essential oils are oil is a natural oil typically obtained by distillation and having the characteristic odour of the plant or other source from which it is extracted. Essential oils are used with carrier oils always.

Another type of oil for hair is called carrier oils. The oils are called carrier oils because they carry the essential oil onto the skin. Carrier oils are also known as base oil or vegetable oil they are usually derived from seeds or nuts. Carrier oils are best used as natural and unadulterated as possible.

Below are a list of some essential oils that promote hair growth

>Cedarwood Stimulates scalp and hair follicles and also used to treat hair loss and dandruff

>Peppermint it promotes hair growth by stimulating circulation of blood

>Chamomile helps scaly scalps and psoriasis and also conditions scalp

>Clary sage clarifies scalp and helps heal scalp problems such as psoriasis

>Lemon Helps balance natural scalp oils and also good for dry scalp and dandruff

>Thyme it Stimulates blood flow and also Invigorates scalp to help with hair loss

>Burdock improves scalp conditions and combat hair loss

>Tea tree is good for the treatment for dry scalp, dandruff and lice

>Lavender Helps balance natural scalp oils and scalp treatment for itchiness and dandruff

>Rosemary good for treating dandruff and also promotes hair growth

>Eucalyptus Antiseptic nature helps treat Dandruff.

**Please note that Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic benefits. The method applied can effect the results you receive and for that matter no essential oil should be applied undiluted to the hair. always mix a few drops with a carrier oil.


Below are a list of some carrier oils that promote hair growth

>Coconut Oil also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair and it softens the hair and conditions the scalp.

>Olive Oil “extra virgin” oil helps in preventing as well as curing hair loss

>Jojoba Oil , jojoba rapidly penetrates down to the scalp and hair shaft, and readily loosens, dissolves and cleans all hardened build-up under the scalp caused by products leaving the hair follicles clean to continue with their functions.

>Avocado Oil It is full of vitamins that your hair needs like vitamins A, E, D and potassium.

>Vitamin E Oil contains valuable antioxidants that help to keep the immune system up and improves circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp

>Castor Oil nourishes hair and prevents the scalp from drying by retaining moisture.


NB: How to use both oils. 15 drops of essential oil to an ounce of carrier oil. An ounce is equal to two (2) table spoons.


Measurements/conversions (volume)
30 ml 1 fl oz 2 table spoons full
15 ml 1/2 oz 1 table spoon full
5 ml 1/6 oz 1 teaspoon
1 ml 1/30 oz 1/5 teaspoon


Now to where you can get Essential oils in Ghana.
Relish - osu near old american house
supermarkets koala, max mart osu and 37
Afro obsession. online shop

let me know if you have any questions or comments, i will be glad to help.
HAVE FUN USING YOUR ESSENTIAL AND CARRIER OILS AND LET ME KNOW HOW IT WORKS FOR YOUR HAIR.

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