Rosemary Hair Growth Oil

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Want longer, thicker and healthier hair? I have the perfect remedy for you. Rosemary hair growth oil. It’s easy to make and with consistent use, it actually works!

Since becoming a mom in 2019, I’ve struggled with postpartum hair loss. I would lose so much hair, it was almost insane. My hair would feel so thin and lifeless, and I had no idea how to help it.  So before I had my third child, I started looking for ways to help with the hair loss, hair regrowth, and hair health in general. I learned about rosemary hair oil, but all the ones on the market (that I could find) were sold in tiny bottles, and were more expensive than I wanted to spend. So that’s when I decided I would learn to make my own rosemary hair oil. 

​So I learned how to make my own rosemary hair oil, and for the first time after three babies, I didn’t have that crazy postpartum hair loss. In fact, my hair grew the longest its ever been, and looked the healthiest as well. That’s why I can’t recommend this enough. I will also add that I had changed my diet from first to third pregnancies, and I believed that helped as well. I don’t think it was solely the rosemary hair oil, but I do believe the oil helped tremendously, as I still use it today, and still get healthy hair growth. 

Like I said earlier, this is such an easy way get longer and healthier-looking hair. There are many ways to make rosemary oil, but I believe this is the best rosemary oil you can make. Some recipes will use rosemary in essential oil form, or use rosemary extract, but I like to use dried rosemary infused in oil.

Why use rosemary oil for hair growth?

  • Increased Blood Flow: Rosemary oil contains components that may stimulate blood circulation to the scalp. Improved blood flow could deliver more oxygen and nutrients to hair follicles, promoting hair growth and potentially even hair thickness.
  • Antioxidant Properties: Rosemary oil is rich in antioxidants that can help fight free radical damage. Free radicals can damage hair follicle cells and hinder hair growth. By reducing this damage, rosemary oil might create a more favorable environment for hair to thrive.
  • Anti-inflammatory Effects: Some studies suggest rosemary oil may have anti-inflammatory properties. Scalp inflammation can contribute to hair loss. Rosemary oil, could potentially help address this issue and promote a healthier scalp environment.
  • Androgenic Alopecia (Hormonal Hair Loss): Early research suggests that rosemary oil might be just as effective as minoxidil (a well-known hair loss treatment) in treating androgenic alopecia, also known as female or male pattern baldness. Rosemary oil appears to influence the activity of certain hormones that can contribute to hair loss.

DIY rosemary oil for hair ingredients:

Making rosemary infused oil for hair is simple. You’ll need:

  • Dried, organic rosemary leaves (3/4 cup)
  • Cold-pressed Castor oil (1/2 cup)
  • MCT oil or fractionated coconut oil (1/2 cup)
  • Vitamin E oil (1 tsp)

​Equipment you will need:

  • Small stainless steel pot with lid
  • Mason jar for infusion
  • Large sieve or cheesecloth
  • Glass dropper bottle
  • Thermometer (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Place your dried rosemary leaves in a small stainless pot. 
  2. Then, pour castor oil and fractionated coconut oil (or another carrier oil) over top to cover the herbs.
  3. Add vitamin E oil to the mixture. 
  4. Stir to incorporate and ensure the herbs are completely submerged in the oils.
  5. Place the pot on the stovetop over low heat. The key is to extract as many health benefits of the rosemary leaves as possible without overheating the oil.
    Tip: To avoid degrading the oils or rosemary, it’s best to infuse the rosemary oil between 120-150°F. If you don’t have a thermometer, just do your best to keep the temps low as possible.
  6. Once the rosemary oil begins to heat up, turn off the stove, stir the oil, and place a lid over the pot to retain the heat. Then, you will leave and come back to your rosemary oil in about an hour once it cools.
  7. Every hour, come back and repeat this process: once the oil cools, warm it up again on low heat. Then turn off the heat, stir, and replace the lid to allow it to infuse once again.
  8. Repeat for 5-6 hours. During infusion, the rosemary oil will turn bright golden yellow and become very fragrant. 
  9. After the last round of heating the oil, don’t put the lid back on, just leave the oil to cool to room temperature.
  10. Once the oil cools, transfer it to a mason jar or any glass container with a lid. You want to add the oil with the dried rosemary still combined. Then, place it in a dark, cool place (I use my pantry)  to infuse for at least 2 weeks. The longer you infuse, the more potent it will be.                                                                      
  11. After 2 weeks (or more), it’s time to strain. Using a sieve (or cheesecloth), strain the rosemary leaves out of the infused oil. Be sure to get your moneys worth and get as much oil squeezed out as possible. 
  12. Once you’ve strained, transfer your rosemary hair growth oil into a glass dropper bottle. 

Notes:

  • This recipe makes 1 cup rosemary hair oil.
  • For best potency, use your rosemary oil within a year, or up to two years. Rosemary and Vitamin E both contain antioxidants that slow oxidation, and lengthens the oil’s shelf life. 
  • Store rosemary infused oil in a cool, dark place. The best packaging is a dark (amber) glass dropper bottle, as this will protect it further from light.
  • If you don’t have coconut oil, you can also use other carrier oils like: jojoba oil, argan oil, almond oil, pumpkin seed oil, avocado oil, or olive oil.
  • During the infusion process, your rosemary hair oil may deepen from a bright yellow to a greenish golden hue, depending on how long you leave it. Give the jar a light shake every few days or so to extract the most from your rosemary leaves.
  • This rosemary oil will smell amazing, but remember it is for external use only.
  • You can add some peppermint oil as well.
  • Potential Benefits (of added peppermint oil):
    • Increased Blood Flow: The main component of peppermint oil, menthol, is a vasodilator. This means it can widen blood vessels, potentially increasing blood flow to the scalp. Improved blood circulation may deliver more nutrients to hair follicles, promoting hair growth.
    • Antimicrobial Properties: Peppermint oil might have some antimicrobial properties that could help combat scalp issues like dandruff or itchiness, creating a healthier environment for hair growth.
    • Stimulating Effect: The tingling sensation caused by peppermint oil might have a stimulating effect on the scalp.

How to use your DIY rosemary hair oil:

Now that you have made your hair oil, it’s ready to use. All you need is a small amount of oil. Then, part hair in multiple sections, and add oil all throughout your scalp. For more of a deep hydration effect, you can use a brush to pull the oil through your hair strands. For the best results you can pull the oil all the way down to your ends. You can either wash your hair after, or leave it in for a day or two, whichever you prefer. The use of rosemary oil on a regular basis is important to achieving overall scalp health. So just use it like you would any other hair oil, I typically go for once a week.

What hair types can use rosemary hair growth oil?

Based on my experience, and hearing from others, all hair types can use this. My husband and I both use this hair oil for longer hair, and our hair is completely different from one another. We both agree that it is the best hair oil that we’ve both used. It’s also become a part of our hair care routine, and works great for us both! My husband has a dry scalp and says that this hair oil also helps relief his itchy scalp. I also have fine hair, and I’ve noticed that my hair is thicker than it has ever been. Still wouldn’t consider it thick, but it’s definitely thicker than it was.

Additional Tip:

You can also use a spoolie to use the rosemary oil on your eyebrows and eyelashes!

Conclusion:

Rosemary oil shows promise as a natural hair growth promoter. Its potential benefits of increased blood flow, antioxidant properties, and anti-inflammatory effects could contribute to a healthier scalp and hair growth environment. However, this is not medical advice. This is just what has personally worked for me!  If you’re considering using rosemary oil for hair growth, consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice on hair loss solutions. I think that no matter what your hair concerns are trying this rosemary hair oil is a great and natural way to start! Don’t forget to share this with family or friends who may need it. And let me know in the comments how this rosemary hair growth oil works for you!

Rosemary Hair Growth Oil

Equipment

  • Small stainless steel pot with lid
  • Mason jar for infusion
  • Large sieve or cheesecloth
  • Glass dropper bottle
  • Thermometer optional

Materials

  • 3/4 cup Dried organic rosemary leaves
  • 1/2 cup Cold-pressed Castor oil
  • 1/2 cup MCT oil or fractionated coconut oil
  • 1 tsp Vitamin E oil

Instructions

  • Place your dried rosemary leaves in a small stainless pot.
  • Then, pour castor oil and fractionated coconut oil (or another carrier oil) over top to cover the herbs.
  • Add vitamin E oil to the mixture.
  • Stir to incorporate and ensure the herbs are completely submerged in the oils.
  • Place the pot on the stovetop over low heat. The key is to extract as many health benefits of the rosemary leaves as possible without overheating the oil.
  • Tip: To avoid degrading the oils or rosemary, it’s best to infuse the rosemary oil between 120-150°F. If you don’t have a thermometer, just do your best to keep the temps low as possible.
  • Once the rosemary oil begins to heat up, turn off the stove, stir the oil, and place a lid over the pot to retain the heat. Then, you will leave and come back to your rosemary oil in about an hour once it cools.
  • Every hour, come back and repeat this process: once the oil cools, warm it up again on low heat. Then turn off the heat, stir, and replace the lid to allow it to infuse once again.
  • Repeat for 5-6 hours. During infusion, the rosemary oil will turn bright golden yellow and become very fragrant.
  • After the last round of heating the oil, don’t put the lid back on, just leave the oil to cool to room temperature.
  • Once the oil cools, transfer it to a mason jar or any glass container with a lid. You want to add the oil with the dried rosemary still combined. Then, place it in a dark, cool place (I use my pantry)  to infuse for at least 2 weeks. The longer you infuse, the more potent it will be.
  • After 2 weeks (or more), it’s time to strain. Using a sieve (or cheesecloth), strain the rosemary leaves out of the infused oil. Be sure to get your moneys worth and get as much oil squeezed out as possible.
  • Once you’ve strained, transfer your rosemary hair growth oil into a glass dropper bottle.

Notes

  • This recipe makes 1 cup rosemary hair oil.
  • For best potency, use your rosemary oil within a year, or up to two years. Rosemary and Vitamin E both contain antioxidants that slow oxidation, and lengthens the oil’s shelf life. 
  • Store rosemary infused oil in a cool, dark place. The best packaging is a dark (amber) glass dropper bottle, as this will protect it further from light.
  • If you don’t have coconut oil, you can also use other carrier oils like: jojoba oil, argan oil, almond oil, pumpkin seed oil, avocado oil, or olive oil.
  • During the infusion process, your rosemary hair oil may deepen from a bright yellow to a greenish golden hue, depending on how long you leave it. Give the jar a light shake every few days or so to extract the most from your rosemary leaves.
  • This rosemary oil will smell amazing, but remember it is for external use only.
  • You can add some peppermint oil as well.
  • Potential Benefits (of added peppermint oil):
    • Increased Blood Flow: The main component of peppermint oil, menthol, is a vasodilator. This means it can widen blood vessels, potentially increasing blood flow to the scalp. Improved blood circulation may deliver more nutrients to hair follicles, promoting hair growth.
    • Antimicrobial Properties: Peppermint oil might have some antimicrobial properties that could help combat scalp issues like dandruff or itchiness, creating a healthier environment for hair growth.
    • Stimulating Effect: The tingling sensation caused by peppermint oil might have a stimulating effect on the scalp.

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