Hair Tip #32: Making Your Own Refreshing Hair Mist

Ingredients
15 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
10 drops of rosemary essential oil
1/4 cup of jojoba oil
Bottled water

Instructions

1. Take an empty spray bottle and insert the drops of eucalyptus and rosemary oil. 
2. Pour in the jojoba oil
3. Fill the rest of the bottle with water
4. Shake and spray on your scalp for a refreshing feel 

What is an essential oil? What is a carrier oil?

Essential oils: A natural oil typically obtained by distillation and having the characteristic fragrance of the plant or other source from which it is extracted. Essential oils are also known as volatile oils,ethereal oils or aetherolea, or simply as the "oil of" the plant from which they were extracted, such as oil of clove. Essential oils should be diluted by a carrier oil. They evaporate quickly. 

Carrier oils: Carrier oil, also known as base oil or vegetable oil, is used to dilute essential oils and absolutes before they are applied to the skin in massage and aromatherapy They are so named because they carry the essential oil onto the skin. Carrier oils do not contain a concentrated aroma, unlike essential oils, though some, such as olive, have a mild distinctive smell. Neither do they evaporate like essential oils, which are more volatile. The carrier oils used should be as natural and unadulterated as possible.

• Examples of carrier oils: almond oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, castor oil, virgin coconut oil, wheat germ oil, cocoa butter, shea butter, etc. 

What are some facts about Rosemary Essential Oil?

"Aromatherapists recommend using rosemary essential oil to help add shine, get rid of dandruff, cut oiliness and stimulate the scalp... When applied to the scalp, rosemary essential oil can help stimulate hair follicles, as determined in the 1988 study published in the "Archives of Dermatology"... Rosemary essential oil has hair-growth promoting properties." Livestrong

"Regular use of rosemary oil helps in stimulating follicles, as a result of which, hair grow longer and stronger. It is also believed that rosemary oil slows down premature hair loss and graying of hair. Hence it is an excellent tonic for bald people. Rosemary essential oil is also beneficial for dry and flaky scalps. Regular massage of scalp with rosemary oil nourishes the scalp and removes dandruff." Organic Facts

What are some facts about Eucalyptus Essential Oil?

"A few drops of eucalyptus oil can be applied directly to the scalp and massaged to stimulate blood flow. It can also be mixed with shampoo or conditioner to revitalize dull and lifeless hair, which encourages hair growth. As reported in 2005 by the Congress on Science and Technology of Thailand at Suranaree University of Technology, eucalyptus oil applied to the scalp increases the hair's luster and elasticity. Newly grown hair is richer, stronger and more vibrant. Eucalyptus oil can be applied into the scalp and left in overnight for shiny and clean smelling hair while it works on new hair follicles and fosters hair growth." ehow

What are some other essential oils that are beneficial for the hair?

• Lavender: soothing to the scalp and calming to the hair
• Basil: helps promote growth by stimulating circulation
• Chamomile: said to be the most soothing of all of the essential oils because it helps with inflammation and white flaking from sun damage and psoriasis
• Peppermint: helps stimulate blood flow to the scalp for nourishment and growth
• Sage: said to be one of the best scalp clarifiers because it cleanses impurities from the scalp
• Tea tree: helps to purify the scalp; it is especially good for those who suffer from dandruff or psoriasis

You can make this same recipe using any type of essential and carrier oil that is best fitting to your hair.