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Rosemary Oil For Hair Growth: How It Works + 5 Ways To Add It To Your RoutineAuthor: Updated on March 18, 2022 mbg Beauty & Wellness Editor By Jamie Schneider mbg Beauty & Wellness Editor Jamie Schneider is the Beauty & Wellness Editor at mindbodygreen, covering beauty and wellness. She has a B.A. in Organizational Studies and English from the University of Michigan, and her work has appeared in Coveteur, The Chill Times, and Wyld Skincare. Last updated on March 18, 2022 If you're dealing with increased shedding, it takes time and patience to not only get to the root of the issue but also figure out the best targeted treatments—and results likely won't happen overnight. We're not going to tell you that managing thinning hair is a simple mission you can tick off your to-do list. But are there tried-and-true methods, backed by herbal traditions and scientific evidence, that can help support the process? You bet. One particular remedy earns a lion’s share of praise: rosemary oil. It's a superstar in the natural hair growth space, and there are countless ways to use it in your routine. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about the special herb, including an easy, efficient shower hack to use it. AdvertisementThis ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features. Rosemary oil for hair.Rosemary oil is an essential oil derived from—you guessed it—the aromatic rosemary herb. And when it comes to using essential oils for hair, it’s a shining star: Not only has it been clinically shown to be effective for hair growth (more on that later), but it also has the ability to strengthen the strands that you already have. You can read more about the benefits here, but here’s the gist:
AdvertisementThis ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features. Does it work for hair growth?Rosemary has a long history of use in herbal medicine (it was highly valued in Egypt, Greece, and Rome for its beauty benefits). Beyond its historical use, rosemary oil has been clinically studied as well, with promising results. See, rosemary is a fabulous herb for stimulating circulation on the scalp—which, in turn, has the potential to spur hair growth. In fact, a 2015 randomized comparative trial found that rosemary essential oil was just as effective2 as minoxidil (the active ingredient in many commercial hair-growth products) for reversing hair loss caused by androgens—also known as male- or female-pattern baldness—after six months. And guess what? In the study, the minoxidil had a higher rate of itching and discomfort on the skin—rosemary, however, did not. Perhaps that's why holistic plastic surgeon Anthony Youn, M.D., deemed the blend "a very reasonable option for people who want to stay natural and have some thinning hair issues" on the mindbodygreen podcast. How to use rosemary oil in your hair care routine.The great news about rosemary oil is that it is incredibly versatile. Here are some of the ways you can take advantage of this all-star EO: AdvertisementThis ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features. Add rosemary essential oil to a carrier oil or base (jojoba oil or aloe vera both work great) for a moisture-rich leave-on treatment. If you’re looking for some more at-home inspiration, find our favorite DIY deep conditioning masks here. 2. Level up your hair oil.Add rosemary oil to your favorite pre-existing hair oil for an extra hair-healthy boost. Remember, you don't want to apply rosemary essential oil directly on your scalp. Always use a carrier oil to dilute the potency (hair care products—oils, shampoos, leave-ins—work fine as well). Advertisement
This ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features. OK, technically this doesn’t include rosemary oil, but we couldn’t resist adding this lovely rosemary rinse to the list:
AdvertisementThis ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features. See here for the full breakdown. Triple board-certified dermatologist Mamina Turegano, M.D., raved about an easy shower hack over on Tiktok—simply add rosemary oil to your shampoo. Follow along below:
5. To reduce dandruff.To level up the shower-time hack, you could even add rosemary oil to your dandruff shampoo to further help to manage the itching and scaling. The takeaway.Treating hair loss does not happen overnight, period and full stop. However, you can rely on some natural methods to help you along the process, such as rosemary oil. It might not work for everyone, but it does have research- and derm-backed benefits behind it. If rosemary isn’t for you, be it because of an allergy or scent preference, pumpkin seed oil has also been shown to aid in hair growth—just some more food for thought. Can I apply rosemary oil directly to my scalp?“Rosemary essential oil can be used on any hair type because the benefits target the hair follicle, not the hair strand,” says hairstylist Matt Newman. “It is safe to use on color-treated hair, especially because its main use should be directly on the scalp.”
How long can I leave rosemary oil on my scalp?Apply to the scalp and take care to massage it into your scalp using your finger pads. Markowitz recommends leaving it on for four to six hours before washing out. Add rosemary oil to your existing shampoo: You can add a few drops of rosemary oil to your shampoo before washing your hair.
Can I leave rosemary oil on my scalp overnight?Can I leave rosemary oil on my hair overnight? Yes, a rosemary hair oil treatment can be applied overnight. All you have to do is mix a few drops of rosemary essential oil with a carrier oil, like coconut, jojoba, argan oil etc. Apply this combination to your scalp and hair.
How often should you apply rosemary oil to scalp?Rosemary oil is most effective for hair restoration when used consistently for at least 6 months. You can also use treatments a minimum of 1 to 2 times per week.. Massage, rinse, repeat. ... . Remix your rosemary. ... . DIY your shampoo.. |