Hair Scalp Oil Rub

Oil Treatment can be quite beneficial for dandruff and dermatitis condition (as described in my previous post). It can help to stimulate, srengthen and moisturize. It can balance both oil and dry itchy scalp conditions and gives a healthy shine on your hair. Its function is similiar to hair conditioner except that it is applied dry before shampooing. For oily hair, scalp or fine hair, you should not use oil massage regularly.

Herbal Oil recipe

To make your very Herbal oil, you can simply use about 2 to 4 tablespoons of dried herbs with your favourite carrier oil (250ml). For dry hair and scalp, you can use chamomile, aloe vera and lavender. As for oily hair and scalp, you can use chamomile, lemon grass and mint. Put them into an air-tight container and let it stand for several days in the dark and cool place (or weeks). Then, strain the mixture and store the mixture in dark or amber glass bottles at cool place or refrigerate. This oil can also be used on your hair and body if you have left over from the hair and scalp treatment.

Shortly before use, transfer the oil into another small container (if you have prepared in bulk) and warm the oil with a hot water bath (in a cup). Warming the oil will help your hair to absorb the oil though it is also dependent on the porosity of your hair. Then, rub the oil on your hair and scalp gently. Then, cover the hair with a plastic cap or bag. You can wrap a hot damp towel around the plastic cover to quicken the process. Wait for about 30 minutes (maybe do your facial mask at the same time) before washing it off with shampoo. You can leave it overnight for deeper absorption but I do not think it is comfortable to sleep with it.