6 Essential Oils For Fresh Smelling Hair

Essential oils are nature’s gifts to us and offer a multitude of benefits that can positively impact our health, well-being, and even our beauty routines. Among the many benefits that essential oils can offer is the ability to keep your hair smelling fresh and fragrant throughout the day.

What are essential oils?

Essentially, essential oils are plant extracts. To extract the components that provide aroma, different plant parts (flowers, bark, leaves, or fruit) are mechanically pressed or distilled to create these products.

One bottle of essential oil can be equivalent to several pounds of plant material. That would explain why pure samples of essential oils are as expensive as they are.

For instance, a high-quality rose essential oil is quite precious – given the time and effort required to grow the blooms and the amount of botanical raw materials required to create the finished product. For just one pint, or 16 ounces, of rose essential oil, 5,000 painstakingly gathered pounds of fresh rose petals are required.

Aside from the botanical amount required to produce the oil, other factors can contribute to how expensive an essential oil can be. The purity of the oil and rarity of the plant can make some oils more expensive than others. The deeply fragrant Champaca oil is listed as the most expensive essential oil in the world-costing as much as 2000USD per ounce.

Essential oils work in plants in numerous ways besides only producing aroma. At Livara, we incorporate a number of essential oils in a number of our hair products.

Essential oils are potent remedies for a variety of scalp and hair issues, from promoting new hair growth to addressing scalp conditions like dandruff to enhancing the shine of the hair.

The best essential oils for hair

But which essential oils are best for keeping your hair smelling and feeling great? Here are some top choices to try out:

1. Peppermint Oil – This oil has a cooling and soothing effect on the scalp, making it ideal for those who suffer from scalp irritation or inflammation. Studies also indicate peppermint oil as a hair growth stimulant. Our Tsavorite Clarifying Treatment Hair Shampoo is formulated with the stimulating essential oil.
2. Rosemary Oil – This oil is known for its stimulating properties, which can help promote hair growth and prevent hair loss. It also has a pleasant, herbal scent that can leave your hair smelling fresh and clean. Find rosemary oil in our Tsavorite Spritz Moisturizer Hair Spray.
3. Jasmine Oil – On top of being anti-microbial, Jasmine oil helps seal the hair cuticle which may help prevent breakage and promote the growth of new hair. You can find the sweet floral scent in our Tanzanite Hair Oil.
4. Cinnamon Oil- You probably only know it for culinary purposes, but cinnamon has anti-fungal properties that can help fight against dandruff. You can find cinnamon essential oil in our Tanzanite Hair Oil.
5. Tea Tree Oil – This oil has strong antibacterial properties, making it ideal for those who suffer from dandruff or other scalp conditions. It also has a refreshing and invigorating scent that can leave your hair feeling revitalized.
6. Lavender Oil – This oil has a soothing and calming effect on the scalp, making it perfect for those who suffer from an itchy or dry scalp. It also has a pleasant scent that can leave your hair smelling fresh and clean.

How to use essential oils safely

So, how do you use these essential oils to keep your hair smelling fresh? You can add a few drops to your shampoo or conditioner, or even mix a few drops with a carrier oil (such as coconut oil) and massage into your scalp for a relaxing and aromatic hair treatment.

It’s important to note that essential oils are highly concentrated and potent, and therefore, they should be used with caution. It’s always best to consult a professional before using essential oils, especially if you are pregnant or have any underlying health conditions.

Takeaway

Incorporating essential oils into your hair care routine is an easy and natural way to keep your hair smelling fresh and healthy. You can enjoy all the benefits they have to offer and more while enjoying fresh smelling hair too. Happy oiling!