Simple DIY Hair Oil for Fast Hair Growth and Thickness
Looking for a way to achieve major hair growth? I was desperate to grow out my short, thin hair over a decade ago. That’s when I discovered the magic of DIY hair oil and how to properly apply it.
This oil will help nourish your scalp and promote healthy hair growth. Not to mention, it’s so easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients you can likely find at your grocery store. Read on to find out how to make your own personalized hair growth elixir!
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You’re going to pick a few oils from the list below based on your hair type and goals. Then you simply mix, apply and shower! It’s one of the easiest things to incorporate into your shower routine.
You’ve heard the phrase “less is more,” right? Adding a small amount of homemade hair oil that has the right carrier and essential oils to your hair before every shower can leave you feeling the benefits of a fresh oil treatment every day of the week!
The amazing thing about creating the best oil mixture for hair growth and thickness is its versatility. You can change the ingredients however you like based on your hair type.
One common theme among the natural beauty community is the option to change and alter DIY recipes based on your needs. Or you can create your own recipes!
In my case, I have very fine hair, and not very much of it. So I want something that’s extremely lightweight and absorbs quickly.
Because of this, I use almond or jojoba oil as a base. They’re both very light oils that are high in nutrients, and don’t leave a thick greasy feeling on my hair.
I would never use something like castor oil, which is one of the thickest oils out there! I would advise you to use castor oil only if you have severely dry, damaged hair or African American hair.
In addition to a good oil base that fits your hair type, I would use essential oils for an extra boost, especially if you plan on massaging your DIY hair growth oil into your scalp. Essential oils can heal or soothe your scalp while stimulating that sought-after growth.
All you need are one or two of the carrier oils I’ve got down below, with the option to add extra essential oils to boost your hair or scalp’s health for the perfect hair oil blend.
Depending on your hair type and your goals, you can put this on your ends, scalp, or both. You can mix and match these options for maximum results!
If you’re new to essential oils, my absolute favorite place to get them is REVIVE Essential Oils. They have some of the best prices I’ve come across, but they don’t skimp on quality whatsoever.
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REVIVE is a non-MLM company, which means that you won’t deal with pushy salespeople determined to make their next sale. You can buy exactly what you need while supporting indigenous harvested essential oil practices!
My REVIVE Essential Oils review goes into all the details on what makes them different from other companies. You can get almost all of the oils mentioned in this post straight from their website!
I truly didn’t know what good quality essential oils smelled like until I switched to this company. And I know that they are all 100% pure and unadulterated.
And what’s more, you can get 10% off your first order if you use the code ESSENTIAL10 at checkout! Or get 15% off orders of $100 or more 🙂
I’ve got a full article on how to use rosehip oil for hair growth. But this would make a fantastic base for a quick hair oil treatment.
I would recommend this oil to just about any hair type. However, it is slightly on the heavier side. So, if you have fine hair like me, there’s better options. I personally stopped using it on my hair a couple years ago.
When I first tried regularly oiling my hair before each shower, I put straight Argan oil on my ends with fantastic results. It makes a great facial moisturizer too!
The essential fatty acids in the oil are great for adding thickness to your ends. Or you can add it to your concoction for an extra moisture boost without the worry of weighing down your hair.
Unless your hair is extremely dry, damaged, and thick, I would steer clear. I tried using it on my thin hair when I didn’t know better and my hair felt weighed-down for almost a week. Even after washing several times!
Don’t get me wrong, castor oil is a great option for DIY hair oil for dry hair! I think you could get away with using it if you have very thick hair and dilute it with a carrier oil.
In addition, there are countless more essential oils you can add if you plan to use it on your scalp for hair growth. There’s really no wrong answer to this, so you can choose the one that smells the best, or whatever else you like!
REVIVE has an oil for just about every need you can think of, from skin and hair issues to a quick emotional boost. And remember, you can always get 10% off your first order if you use the code ESSENTIAL10 🙂
Combine your base oil(s) with 5-10 drops of any desired essential oils in a dark glass bottle of your choice. Make sure to keep it in a safe, dry place.
If you can’t get a hold of dark glass bottles, plastic is fine. Just make sure you keep it away from regular sunlight exposure.
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Essential oils are best stored without any light because they can go bad faster with light exposure. I would try to stay away from brands that don’t use dark glass bottles in their packaging. REVIVE always uses dark amber glass bottles for their oils!
If you are using more than one carrier oil, just use a 1:1 ratio. There’s no need for any specific measurements. I prefer to use one part jojoba oil and one part almond oil for my base, and add about 10 drops each of rosemary and lavender essential oil.
At least one hour before your shower, apply a small amount of your DIY hair oil to your ends and/or scalp. You want your hair to be oily, but not completely saturated. This is key! The same goes for massaging it into your scalp with your fingertips.
Run a brush or comb that you don’t mind getting full of oils through your hair. This will help evenly distribute the oils down your hair shaft. I recommend tying your hair up so it’s out of the way, then go about your morning for the next hour or so. The minimum amount of time for your hair to absorb the oil is 20 minutes.
If you shower in the morning, you can apply the oil the night before. The reason for the long amount of time is to allow the oil to soak in your hair and work its magic.
You can put on a special hair protection cap so you don’t get your pillowcase soaked in oils. But if you only have 20 minutes to spare before your shower, no worries!
When it’s time to shower, just take down your hair and hop in. Your regular shower and conditioner routine will get the oil out just fine.
I want to emphasize here that you do not need to shampoo your ends, although I’ve had different results depending on what shampoo I’m using. So don’t be afraid to experiment on a day when you don’t need to be anywhere to figure out how much oil your shampoo will remove.
If you make your own shampoo, such as a diluted baking soda rinse, this oil routine is not for you. Any hair care routine that doesn’t involve some kind of soap cannot have oils in it. I actually don’t recommend using baking soda shampoo regularlyat all.
Go about the rest of your shower routine and you’ll have soft, luxurious hair all day every day with this DIY hair oil! You can go longer between haircuts and enjoy a healthier scalp with faster growth.
Using this before every shower (or every three days) was a major game changer when I was trying to grow out my hair. Even if you don’t live a chemical-free lifestyle, everyone who is passionate about the health of their hair should do this.
Less oil more frequently is one of my best-kept hair growth secrets, and I’m happy to have shared it. Believe it or not, the oil from your scalp is actually good for your hair!
What oils do you use in your beauty routine? Let me know in the comments below!
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This post was last modified on 15/10/2023 01:45
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