Essential Oils That Promote Hair Growth

Written by Dr. Valerie Maxsam, PsyD

December 20, 2022

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In recent months, there has been a lot of discussion about alopecia and its mental and emotional implications for those who suffer from it. Many have tried medications and creams without success. But there is good news! Studies show that essential oils are beneficial in not only promoting health and well-being but also in helping with the various types of alopecia. Three oils that are beneficial in managing and possibly reversing the symptoms of alopecia are cedarwood, rosemary, and lavender.

Cedarwood essential oil

• Promotes hair growth

• Reduces hair loss

• Balances the oil-producing glands in the scalp

• Antifungal

• Antibacterial

• Treats conditions that cause dandruff

• Can mix with lavender and rosemary to treat alopecia areata

Mix

3 drops of cedarwood essential oil with 2 tablespoons of a carrier oil of your choice.

Massage into your scalp and leave on for 10 minutes. Wash out.

For a deeper oil treatment, massage into your scalp, and sit under the dryer for 30 minutes. Wash out. Before doing the 30-minute treatment, ensure that you do not have a reaction to the oils.

Rosemary essential oil

• Improves hair thickness and hair growth

• Improves cellular regeneration

• Performs as well as minoxidil with less scalp itching

Mix

3 drops of cedarwood essential oil with 2 tablespoons of olive or coconut oil.

Massage into your scalp and leave on for 10 minutes. Wash out.

Use two times a week for the best results.

For a deeper oil treatment, massage into your scalp, and sit under the dryer for 30 minutes. Wash out. Before doing the 30-minute treatment, ensure that you do not have a reaction to the oils.

lavender essential oil

• Can speed up hair growth

• Can regenerate the growth of cells

• Reduces stress

• Antimicrobial

• Antibacterial

• Can improve scalp health

Mix

3 drops of cedarwood essential oil with 3 tablespoons of carrier oil like olive or coconut oil.

Massage into your scalp and leave on for 10 minutes. Wash out.

Use several times a week for the best results.

For a deeper oil treatment, massage into your scalp, and sit under the dryer for 30 minutes. Wash out. Before doing the 30-minute treatment, ensure that you do not have a reaction to the oils.

Resource: https://www.healthline.com/health/essential-oils-for-hair-growth