Rosemary oil for hair

Rosemary is a shrub plant with small pale blue flowers that grows on the southern coast of the African continent. Literally, it translates as "sea dew". People learned about its healing properties in ancient times. The Greeks and Romans believed that this plant helps to become happy and preserves youth. And among the Romans, rosemary was considered a symbol of prosperity and abundance.

It is actively used in the composition of medicines and cosmetics. An essential oil is made from it, which also has medicinal properties. Rosemary has a warming and invigorating effect on the entire body. Thanks to its divine aroma, all restorative functions are activated.

This unique plant has found its application in masks and balms of various cosmetic brands, one of which is the German company Weleda. Among other cosmetics, the company offers its customers a strengthening treatment with rosemary oil, which, judging by the description, nourishes the hair roots, reduces hair loss and accelerates natural hair growth. The unique composition helps to strengthen the hair and heals the scalp.

The leaves of the plant are used to obtain essential oils. It is they that contain all those useful substances for which this plant, unique in its effect, is so valued:

• borneol has antidepressant and anti-inflammatory effects;
• tannins have a strengthening effect on the hair;
• camphor calms, relieves stress;
• limonene has an antibacterial effect.
• pinene is the basis of essential oil
• cineole is a very strong antiseptic of natural origin.

In addition to the above components, rosemary contains various bitterness and resins. Each of these substances complements and enhances the action of each other,

Rosemary oil, when used correctly and regularly, will turn dull and lifeless hair into a chic head of hair that will be the objects of your pride and the envy of others. It can be used alone or added to shampoo, conditioner and other styling products.

This plant has a lot of advantages over many other essential oils, so it is one of the leaders in its use in hair cosmetics. Here are just a few of the many properties of this ether:

1. The oil has a light texture, does not weigh down the hair and does not leave a greasy, unpleasant shine.
2. Unlike some other essential oils, rosemary does not clog or damage hair pores.
3. the component practically does not cause allergies and has no contraindications for use.
4. Rosemary has a complex effect: it strengthens the roots, cleanses the scalp of dead cells, restores the structure of the hair along its entire length and regenerates split ends.
5. With regular systematic use of oil, you can achieve a salon effect without spending a large amount of money.
6. Ether helps to eliminate dandruff.
7. Moisturizing and restoring dry hair along all their lengths.
8. Normalization of the sebaceous glands.Having studied the reviews of dermatologists and ordinary consumers, we can say that rosemary helps to reduce the fat content of the strands.
9. Due to the warming effect, the oil activates the metabolic processes of tissues at the cellular level, which is a stimulus for the growth and improvement of the general condition of the hair.
10. Rosemary has a tonic effect on the hair, giving it extra shine and making it stronger. It has a general therapeutic effect on painful and weak strands.

Many women with regular use of rosemary oil in a relatively short period of time not only restore the hair structure, but also note their rapid growth. At the same time, their volume increases against the former sometimes several times. However, to achieve the desired effect, you must follow some recommendations for using this magic tool.

• Do not abuse rosemary essential oil - having a strong odor, in high concentrations, the drug can cause an asthma attack. For a therapeutic effect, just a few drops are enough.
• In its pure form, the use of oil is not recommended. Without additional softening components, it can cause irritation and even burns. Other oils can be used as base elements - such as burdock, almond, coconut, etc.
• Before using a rosemary mask, test it on an exposed area of ​​your skin in case you are allergic to this plant.
• Apply the drug should be on clean and damp curls. Use it after shampooing.
• For medicinal purposes, it is recommended to use the oil no more than twice a week. For prevention, it is enough to reduce the use to once every two weeks.
• The oil enhances its effect in heat. Therefore, after applying the solution, create a thermal effect on the head using a pool cap and a thick towel.
• After applying the rosemary mask, it is recommended to wash off its remnants with a weak lemon or vinegar solution, or an infusion of medicinal herbs. To prepare a decoction, it is recommended to use chamomile, nettle, mint, birch and other herbs that suit you.

These simple rules can and should be observed by everyone who wants to improve their curls and at the same time avoid a negative effect. As can be seen from the above points, the procedure for using rosemary at home is in many ways similar to the methods for using other aroma oils.

Rosemary can be used as an additive to ready-made masks and balms, or you can make your own formulations. Rinsing and massage procedures using the ether of this plant are very effective. Here are just a few simple recipes using this ether.

For this recipe, you need to mix 2 tablespoons of burdock and castor oils and add 5 drops of rosemary ether to this mixture. Apply the resulting liquid to the roots, wrapping your head with a warm towel. Then the mixture must be washed off with shampoo. To get the result, you should conduct a course of 10-12 masks.

Here you will need not only oil, but also rosemary herb itself. It can be purchased at a pharmacy. 3 art. l. dry herbs pour boiling water, leave for 30 minutes.Then drip 5 drops of rosemary ether there and rinse the hair with the resulting infusion every time after washing. This procedure will add shine and have a firming effect.

Mix 1 tbsp. l. olive oil and honey, add the yolk of one egg, 5 drops of rosemary oil and 3 drops of cedar essence. The resulting composition is heated in a water bath and applied first to the roots, then spread over the entire length. Rinse with shampoo after use. A course of 10-15 procedures is carried out with a regularity of 1-2 times a week.

As a base, you can take olive or burdock oil, add 2 drops of rosemary, tea tree and lavender to it. The treatment should be repeated twice a week.

Three tablespoons of burdock oil and 6 drops of rosemary. The exposure time is about an hour. The mask stimulates growth and prevents hair loss.

The duration of the course of treatment is advisory and depends on individual characteristics. All procedures should be repeated until the gap disappears. At the same time, you should be prepared that the result will not be instantaneous, but cumulative.

The optimal time for exposure to all masks is 40-50 minutes. If any discomfort occurs, the procedure should be stopped.

For the massage procedure, a base of almond, olive or burdock oil is required. Jojoba oil or ylang ylang are also suitable. Enough two tablespoons. Add 3-4 drops of rosemary to the heated base and rub the resulting mixture into the scalp with slow, careful movements. During this massage, the process of blood supply to the skin is activated.Massage with essential oil every 2 days for two weeks. As a reward, after several such uses, we get a beautiful styling and well-groomed appearance.

The aroma combing procedure has an effective effect simultaneously in several directions.

First, it is a cosmetic effect. Improves the appearance of styling, the general condition of the hair. They become obedient and stop getting confused.

Secondly, the healing effect. After regular aroma combing procedures, the hair is strengthened, breaks and splits less. Some note active growth after several such sessions.

Thirdly, it is an excellent psychological relief. It has already been written above that rosemary ether has a pleasant aroma and can act as a sedative. For many, after the sessions of aromatherapy, sleep problems disappeared, the nervous system strengthened. Some people even managed to get rid of depression and chronic fatigue.

Rosemary is an excellent natural aphrodisiac. Carrying out regular aroma combing procedures, you will become more desirable and attractive to your chosen one. The aroma of rosemary works wonders. Even if you have been together for a long time and your emotions are somewhat dulled, it will add a touch of sexuality and help restore the former sharpness of feelings.

This procedure is also good because it can be repeated several times a day. For its effectiveness, you should use combs exclusively from natural materials - wood or pig bristles. The oil can be applied directly to the brush. Depending on the length, 3-5 drops are enough. After each session, the comb must be washed so that dust does not settle on it and dirt does not accumulate.