DIY Healthy Hair Tips for Hair Loss, Itchy Scalp & Split Ends

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DIY hair care fits whatever plagues you. These recipes for healthy hair are fast, easy, and non-toxic. Pick and choose to fit your own hair needs.

Hair care was one of the last stops on my natural living journey. I've never had issues with my hair, until recently, so I may have let swapping out my hair care for more natural alternatives fall down to the bottom of my priority list.

But over the last few years, things have been pretty trying emotionally for me and my family. We've suffered several devastating losses of close family members and walked through some pretty dark times.

Grief and loss can manifest in many different ways physically. For me, the extreme sadness, helplessness, and anxiety manifested in hair loss and a lot of it.

Which led me on a mission to find a hair loss remedy or even just natural ways to reduce hair loss, stimulate new growth all without chemicals of course.

Hair Loss Remedies

Our ancestors did not have the benefit of scientifically researched drugs, so they often found natural remedies that worked just as well.

Herbal remedies have been used for centuries to treat all kinds of things with surprising results.

A group of dermatologists in Scotland tested an herbal remedy with great success, helping over 40% of their patients with a mixture of essential oils containing cedarwood, lavender, rosemary and thyme. In this double blind study, the group using the essential oils showed improvement in 40 percent of the subjects, while only 15% of the control group noted an improvement.

Essential Oils for Hair Growth?

So, because I use essential oils for pretty much everything else, why not for hair growth too? (I'll be sharing a few recipes for you to try in a little bit…keep reading.)

The following essential oils, again the same ones used in aromatherapy, can be used to keep your hair healthy, strong, and shiny. They help promote hair growth, control dandruff, maintain scalp health, and strengthen the hair follicles.

How To Use Essential Oils For Hair Care:

To make a simple hair mask mix 1 tablespoon of a carrier oil (applying essential oils directly can cause burning), Jojoba oil works great, with 3 drops of an essential oil from the list below.

Wet the hair with warm water, apply the conditioner, and let sit in your hair for 15 to 30 minutes, then rinse and wash your hair as normal.

10 Best Essential Oils for Hair

Clary Sage:

• Good for all hair types
• Dandruff

Eucalyptus:

• Dandruff
• Antiseptic

Chamomile:

• For fine to normal hair
• Super sheen and softness
• Soothes the scalp and psoriasis

Peppermint:

• Great for dry hair
• Supports growth and stimulates blood circulation in the scalp

Thyme:

• Antiseptic that stimulates blood flow
• Can help with hair loss

Cedarwood:

• Normalizes oily or dry scalps
• Stimulates the scalp
• Can help with hair loss
• Dandruff

Lavender:

• Good for all hair types
• Calms the hair
• Dandruff
• Helps with scalp dryness by balancing natural scalp oils and soothes the scalp
• Promotes hair growth

Tea Tree Oil:

• Adds moisture and shine
• Good for all hair types, especially dry hair
• Leaves a light, delightfully refreshing fragrance

Myrrh:

• Great for dry hair
• Moisturizes dry scalp
• Dandruff

Rosemary:

• Hair Loss
• Dandruff

Best Nourishing Carrier Oils for Hair

Let's face it.

Hair kind of gets mistreated: curling irons, straighteners, chemicals, coloring, and environmental stressors can cause unsightly damage.

Shampoo and conditioning products, especially the cheap ones can strip your hair of nutrients, and lead to problems like breakage, and split ends.

If you want soft, shiny, voluminous hair, nothing works better than all natural oils derived from plant-based sources.

The following are a few of the best oils for hair to help restore your hair to a place of health, vitality, and beauty:

• Argan Oil: A rich source of vitamin E and essential fatty acids, argan oil works as a highly effective moisturizer. When used in its natural state, argan oil has a satisfyingly warm, nutty scent that goes well in DIY hair recipes.
• Coconut Oil: Coconut oil is filled with protein, fatty acids, and vitamins, making it a nutrient-rich soup for your hair. At room temperature, this oil is solid, which makes it easy to take along with you when traveling. It can be found in shampoos, conditioners, and lotions that you can rub directly into your hair. It should help make hair stronger, shinier, and thicker while making it smell great too.
• Aloe Vera: This oil is found in a thick formula that remedies many skin problems. However, it can effectively be used on the scalp to get rid of dandruff and eczema. These conditions can leave your scalp feeling dry and itchy, resulting in unsightly skin flakes throughout your locks.
• Black Castor Oil: The best type of this oil to use is Jamaican black castor oil. It is best known for its hair growth abilities. It is also a very thick oil that is used to effectively seal in moisture for thicker, coarser hair types.
• Evening Primrose Oil: This oil has been shown to help stimulate hair growth and protect the hair shaft. This helps you grow long, strong, thicker hair! It acts as an emollient to help seal in hydration and add shine to your locks!

All Natural Hair Care Recipes

If you liked these recipes and are looking to level up your natural haircare, then check out these DIY hair care recipes:

• Avocado Hair Masks
• DIY Texturizing Sea Salt Spray
• Hair Growth Oil
• Essential Oils for Hair

What is your current hair need? Which of these recipes will fit into your healthy hair care routine while you kick out toxic products?