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Rosemary Oil for Hair
Rosemary Oil for Hair Rosemary is reputed to promote the growth and thickness of your hair. It can also darken hair over a period of time and so is useful for covering grey hair. If you have long hair, then this is better than dying. It won’t work as quickly, but your hair won’t suffer the effects of repeated applications of chemicals. A good time to start with the rosemary oil is when you notice your first gray hairs. It will work if you have more than a few, but the whole process will seem slower. If you have blonde or light hair, then you may wish to avoid rosemary oil or rinses. You can make your own rosemary oil for hair by taking a glass jar, adding a cup of rosemary leaves and covering them with sweet almond oil, ssame or jojoba oil or another base oil of your choice. A few basil leaves can be added to further stimulate hair growth. Before adding the oil, you should ‘bruise’ the leaves – just crush them a few times with the end of a rolling pin – it’s best to do it in the jar as the process releases the properties from the leaves. Give the jar a good shake to mix it all together. Put the jar in a sunny spot and give it a shake every day for about 4 weeks. Strain the leaves from the oil into a dark bottle and then store it somewhere cool and out of direct sunlight. Depending on the length of your hair, take a tablespoon or less of the rosemary oil for hair and warm it slightly – either in the microwave or in a glass bowl over hot water. If you only have short hair, then you can probably pour a teaspoon or so into your hands and warm it slightly before applying to your hair. Apply the oil to dry hair, working it through with your fingers or using a ball of cotton wool. Massage it into your scalp first, then take it through to the ends of your hair with your fingers or a comb. Cover your hair with a shower cap or cling film. You could sit under a dryer or wrap a hot towel around to further heat the oil. The heat from your head should be sufficient to warm the rosemary oil to get the benefits and you don’t really need anything else. Leave it for about 30 minutes, then shampoo out. You might need two shampoos before the oil has gone. Your hair will be gloriously conditioned and fragrant. Once your hair is dry, you should immediately notice the difference in condition and shine – do it weekly and in a few months you will see an improvement in the thickness and color.
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