Now in spring, your hair may feel a bit damaged after winter, so give it a natural boost. Recipe for 1 hair mask: 1/2 avocado 1 tbsp of your favorite oil, e.g., argan, jojoba, camellia, almond, or apricot kernel oil. 1 tbsp coconut oil 3 drops of essential oil Mash the avocado in a bowl and add the oils. Massage into the hair, leave on for 15 minutes. Shampoo first, then rinse; this makes it easier to remove the oil.
Essential oils for a healthy scalp
Lavender – prevents dandruff, soothes dry scalp.
Peppermint – cooling and astringent.
Patchouli – good for dandruff and oily scalp.
Tea Tree – good for dandruff, oily scalp, and itching.
Geranium – good for dandruff, balances, promotes hair growth, smells like rose.
Rosemary – stimulating oil, good for hair growth, increases blood circulation.
Orange – stimulating oil, increases blood circulation.
You can also pour an oil into a spray bottle and spray directly onto dry hair for shine and moisture. Spray directly on the scalp or just on the ends and leave the oil in. Good oils for this are: argan, camellia, marula, and baobab oil. Feel free to add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent.
