Herbs are regaining popularity in the realms of skincare and haircare. Not only are they completely natural, but their beneficial properties work wonders for our overall well-being, particularly for our hair and skin! Not only is incorporating herbs into your hair regimen simple, but it also encourages luscious, strong, healthy hair.
Some well-known herbs for hair care are rosemary, nettle, lavender, hibiscus, and peppermint, so let’s dive into their benefits.
1. Rosemary
Rosemary is not just a flavorful herb for cooking; it also offers numerous benefits for your hair care routine. Incorporating rosemary into your hair care regimen can help promote hair growth, strengthen hair follicles, reduce dandruff, and add shine to your locks. A 2015 study showed that Rosemary was just as effective as minoxidil, with minoxidil causing more scalp itching.
You can create a homemade rosemary-infused hair rinse by steeping fresh rosemary sprigs in hot water and allowing it to cool before using it as a final rinse after shampooing. Alternatively, you can mix a few drops of rosemary essential oil with a carrier oil like jojoba oil and massage it into your scalp to nourish your hair and promote circulation.
2. Lavender
Lavender offers a multitude of benefits when incorporated into your hair care routine. Not only does it have a delightful and calming aroma, but it also possesses nourishing properties that promote healthy hair. Lavender oil can help soothe and moisturize the scalp, potentially reducing dandruff and dryness. Additionally, its antiseptic qualities may assist in maintaining a clean and healthy scalp environment. Some individuals believe that lavender oil can even encourage hair growth and strengthen hair follicles.
3. Hibiscus
Hibiscus offers a range of benefits that can help improve the health and appearance of your hair. This vibrant flower is rich in vitamin C, known for encouraging hair growth and strengthening hair follicles. Hibiscus also contains amino acids that nourish the hair, making it look and feel softer and more manageable. Including hibiscus in your hair care routine can help reduce hair fall and breakage, thanks to its natural conditioning properties.
In a 2003 study indicated that the leaf extract of the hibiscus was effective in encouraging hair length and new hair growth.
To incorporate hibiscus into your hair care regimen, you can make a nourishing hair mask by blending hibiscus leaves with other beneficial ingredients like aloe vera. This mask can be applied to your hair and scalp, leave on for a short period, and then rinse out for best results.
Overall, hibiscus can be a fantastic natural solution for those looking to improve the overall health and appearance of their hair.
4. Nettle
Nettle, a common herb with a wide range of benefits, can work wonders for your hair care routine. Rich in nutrients like vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals such as iron and silica, nettle can help promote hair growth and improve the overall health of your hair. Nettle can also help reduce dandruff, strengthen your hair follicles, and add a natural shine to your locks. A study has also shown that nettle extract have the ability to reduce DHT a hormone produced by testosterone. When our body over produces DHT it may cause hair loss and hair thinning. Nettle aids in balancing this hormone and strengthening your hair. Whether used in hair masks, rinses, or oils, nettle can be a fantastic addition to your beauty regimen for healthy and vibrant hair.
5. Peppermint
Peppermint is known for its refreshing scent and cooling properties, this herb can help stimulate hair follicles, promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss. Additionally, the antimicrobial properties of peppermint can help combat dandruff and soothe an itchy scalp.
In a 2014 study showed that peppermint oil led to more hair oil than minoxidil has it helps improve blood flow to hair cells and enter the anagen (growth) phase.
Here is our favorite DIY hair mask
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons of organic aloe vera gel
- 5-6 drops of rosemary essential oil or use 2 tablespoons of your rosemary rinse
- 1 tablespoon of organic jojoba oil or castor oil
- Pour into a dropper bottle.
Apply hair mask to scalp to ends and leave on for 30 minutes, then rinse with shampoo and conditioner.
Overall
Incorporating these herbs into your hair care regimen can offer nourishment from the roots to the tips. That's why we have developed our popular Repair hair serum and Restore hair tonic products. By utilizing potent and natural herbs, numerous customers have witnessed noticeable IMPROVEMENTS in as short as 4 weeks. If making the investment in hair products is not in the budget right now, try creating your own herbal hair rinses or infused oils to experience the benefits of these natural elements.