Natural hair oils & scalp oils
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Natural hair oil and scalp oil blends for softer ends, less frizz and a comfortable scalp, with rosemary, argan, camellia and castor in organic formulas.Natural hair oil and scalp oil blends for softer ends, less frizz and a comfortable scalp, with rosemary, argan, camellia and castor in organic formulas. Rosemary hair oil is a popular choice for scalp massage, while camellia and argan suit fine hair and castor suits thick or coily hair.
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Choosing a natural hair oil
A natural hair oil softens the ends, adds shine and tames frizz, and a few drops go a long way. Any plant oil from the kitchen does a basic job, so a blend earns its place through texture and scent. Light oils such as camellia suit fine hair, while castor and shea suit thick, coily or very dry hair. Bouclé makes organic hair oils with lavender, carrot seed and rosemary, SKNFED makes an organic hair oil and Sintra Naturals makes a vegan camellia hair serum. Every oil here met the same standard on ingredients and transparency as the rest of our range.
Rosemary hair oil and the hair growth oil question
Rosemary hair oil is popular for scalp massage, and rosemary is one of the most searched ingredients in hair care. Bouclé makes a rosemary leaf organic hair oil and a rosemary, sage, thyme and parsley seed blend. If you are looking for a hair growth oil, know that no cosmetic oil can promise new growth. What an oil can do is condition the hair you have, so it breaks less, and make scalp massage more comfortable. Bumi Botanicals makes oil duos and trios for a regular routine. If you are worried about hair loss, a GP or pharmacist is the right first stop.
Using a scalp oil
A scalp oil is massaged into the roots rather than the ends, then left for an hour or overnight before washing. Part the hair in sections, use a few drops per section and massage with your fingertips rather than your nails. Fit Skincare makes a hair and scalp serum, and a massage tool from Hair Accessories makes oiling easier. Skip oiling if your scalp is oily or irritated, and stop using any oil that stings.
How to oil your hair
Warm a few drops between your palms and smooth them over the lengths and ends of damp or dry hair. For a pre-wash treatment, apply more generously, leave it for an hour, then shampoo twice to lift the oil out. Wild Rising Skincare makes a Moroccan argan hair oil and a mini conditioning hair serum for travel. Shampoo and Hair Masks have the rest of the routine, and Hair Treatments has scalp treatments and colour.
Common questions
How do you use natural hair oil?
Smooth a few drops over damp or dry ends to soften and add shine. For a deeper treatment, apply to dry hair, leave for an hour or overnight, then shampoo twice.
Does rosemary oil help hair growth?
Rosemary oil is popular in scalp care, but no cosmetic oil can claim to grow hair. If you are worried about hair loss, speak to a GP or pharmacist, as it can have many causes.
Which hair oil suits fine hair?
Light oils such as camellia, argan or jojoba suit fine hair because they absorb quickly. Use one or two drops on the ends only, so roots do not look greasy.
Should you put oil on your scalp?
A scalp oil can make a dry, tight scalp feel more comfortable, and the massage feels good too. Wash it out with a gentle shampoo, and skip it if your scalp is oily or irritated.
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