- Rosemary is an aromatic herb that has been widely used in Mediterranean cuisine. Rosemary for hair loss can be a potent herb to use.
- Legend has it said that rosemary was draped around Greek goddess Aphrodite when she rose from the sea. The Virgin Mary spread her blue cloak over a white-blossomed rosemary bush when she was resting, and the flowers turned blue. Rosemary became known as the ‘Rose of Mary’.
- The evergreen shrub is also known for its healing properties.
- One of its most renowned properties is its ability to treat and fight hair loss. It contain phenolic anti-oxidant rosmarinic acid and volatile essential oils such as cineol, camphene, borneol, bornyl acetate to name a few.
- These compounds are known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and antiseptic properties.
- Here are some tips to use rosemary for hair loss:
- 1. Daily shampooing:
- – Adding rosemary to your shampoo regimen is very simple. All it takes is organic rosemary essential oil from a reputable source and your favorite organic shampoo.
- Just add 2 drops of rosemary oil to every ounce of your shampoo or conditioner and apply as usual.
- – You can also use the rosemary herb instead of the oil.
- Directions on how to use:
- Place about a quart of filtered water in a saucepan and bring the water to a boil.
- Stir 1-2 handfuls of dried organic rosemary into the water.
- Note: If you use fresh rosemary, double the amount you use because dried rosemary is more concentrated.
- Turn off the heat and let rosemary steep into the water like tea for 5 hours
- Pour the mixture into a dark glass jar and store in the fridge
- Use the mixture to make shampoo by combining 1/4 cup of it with 1 cup of liquid unscented castile liquid soap.
- 2. Massage:
- A daily massage with rosemary oil can help stimulate hair growth. Add two drops of rosemary oil to one ounce of organic coconut oil. Rub into scalp 3 minutes before showering.
- 3. Hot oil treatment (1-2 times a week):
- A hot oil treatment once a week on your hair and scalp can fight hair loss.
- Directions:
- Mix 3 tablespoons of coconut oil with 3 drops of rosemary essential oil
- Mix the oils in a small glass jar and seal it
- Place the jar in a bowl of hot water until the oil is warm
- Massage the content of the entire jar onto your dry scalp with your fingertips for a few minutes
- Make sure to get some of the oil on your hair until the ends
- Wrap your hair in a warm damp towel
- Replace with another warm towel when the first one has cooled
- Let the oils sink in for 30-45 minutes
- If you want to keep it overnight: sleep on a dry towel to absorb the oil
- Then rinse and shampoo with an organic shampoo
- Use conditioner if desired
- For the health benefits of rosemary.
- For 7 natural ways to increase hair growth.
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- REFERENCES:
- 1. “How to Use Rosemary for Treating Hair Loss | Healthy and Natural World.” Healthy and Natural World. N.p., 15 July 2013. Web. 02 Dec. 2013.
