Essential oils in hair care – natural scents and benefits
Natural fragrances with caring properties
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts that provide natural scents and have amazing nourishing properties for hair and skin. We use blends of essential oils in our products to provide a luxurious fragrance experience while nourishing and strengthening your hair.
What are essential oils?
Essential oils are natural, aromatic compounds extracted from plants, flowers, leaves, bark, roots and fruits. Unlike synthetic perfumes, essential oils are:
- 100% natural – Extracted directly from plants
- Concentrated – Large amounts of plant material are required for a small amount of oil
- Aromatherapeutic – Affects mood and well-being
- Nourishing – Has its own therapeutic properties
- Biodegradable – Environmentally friendly
Benefits of essential oils in hair care
1. Natural fragrance
Essential oils provide a clean, natural scent that is not overpowering. Unlike synthetic perfumes which can be strong and irritating, the scent from essential oils is gentle and pleasant.
2. Aromatherapeutic effects
Different essential oils have different effects on mood and well-being. Lavender is calming, citrus is refreshing, rosemary is stimulating and ylang ylang is relaxing.
3. Nourishing properties
Essential oils have their own therapeutic properties for hair and scalp:
- Lavender - Soothes the scalp, promotes growth
- Rosemary - Stimulates blood circulation, strengthens hair
- Peppermint - Cools, provides freshness
- Tea tree - Antibacterial, good for dandruff
- Ylang ylang - Balances oil production
- Citrus - Refreshing, adds shine
4. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory
Many essential oils have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help keep the scalp healthy and reduce irritation.
5. Stimulates hair growth
Some essential oils, such as rosemary and lavender, have been shown to stimulate hair growth by improving blood circulation to the scalp.