Is aromatherapy good for hair?
Essential oils can be extremely helpful in hair care as they influence the sebaceous glands and can normalise their functions. The oils penetrate deeply into the hair shaft and follicle and help to produce healthy, shiny hair and encourage new hair growth. Oils naturally create a protective layer on the hair shaft, sealing in moisture and preventing it from evaporating. This moisture boost supports stronger hair, helping reduce breakage and split ends. The nourishing properties of oils also help mend damaged hair cuticles, improving overall hair texture and shine.
Is aromatherapy actually effective?
Results of lab studies are promising — one at Johns Hopkins found that certain essential oils could kill a type of Lyme bacteria better than antibiotics — but results in human clinical trials are mixed. Some studies indicate that there’s a benefit to using essential oils while others show no improvement in symptoms. Currently, there is no evidence-backed research showing any illnesses that can be cured through the use of essential oils or the practice of aromatherapy. The results on the other possible benefits of essential oils as, for example, mood elevators or stress relievers, are more mixed.
How to apply aromatherapy?
Essential oils enter the body primarily in three ways—applied to the skin, inhaled, or ingested. Within each of these, there are many different kinds of application methods. For example, you can apply essential oils topically using compresses, sprays, baths, or massaging them into the skin. Applying a diluted essential oil blend directly onto the skin can work as fast as two to three minutes after application. This will give the compounds in oils enough time to reach the bloodstream and travel through to the nervous system and other areas that require remedy.Depending on your goal, you can apply diluted essential oils to pulse points (wrists, neck, temples), your chest, or soles of your feet. For skincare benefits, apply to the face or body as part of your beauty routine. You can also add them to a diffuser, bath, or body lotion for aromatherapy or hydration.
How to use aromatherapy for hair growth?
Use a normal measure of our fragrance free Hair Conditioner and add 4 drops each of Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Jojoba Oil and Evening Primrose Oil then 3 drops of Rosemary and Clary Sage, and 2 of Lemon. Mix well and massage into the hair and scalp. Leave on for 5 minutes before rinsing. The most common way to use essential oils is to inhale them, either directly out of the bottle or by using a diffuser. You can also dilute essential oils with a carrier oil and apply them directly to your skin. Or you can get creative and add a couple of drops to a body wash, shampoo, or bath water.Essential oils should never be applied to the skin or hair undiluted. Instead they should be mixed with a carrier or base oil – Jojoba, Almond, Avocado and Olive are great as base oils for scalp massage.
What is the 30 50 20 rule for aromatherapy?
Follow the 30:50:20 ratio when mixing scent notes – 30% top note (3 drops), 50% middle note (5 drops) and 20% base note (2 drops), label each new blend clearly. Essential oil blends perform best after ‘resting’ for a day or so, this will allow the oils to blend and harmonise fully. We use a blend of natural and natural-parallel fragrance notes that smell luxurious without compromising our standards. Our formulas employ high concentrations of fragrance oils, ensuring a strong scent throw and long-lasting aroma that makes a statement in any space.