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Rosemary for beautiful hair and skin
In recent months, Rosemary has become a trendy ingredient in the beauty sector. Rightly so, this plant has interesting properties for the beauty of hair, skin and general well-being. It acts on both the physical and mental levels, which is why it is an ingredient of choice in Ayurveda. Indeed, traditional Indian medicine uses natural ingredients to soothe or prevent a global imbalance that can lead to the appearance of pathologies.
Rosemary for beautiful hair and skin
Most often used in cooking to flavor our dishes, rosemary is appreciated for its taste, but not only!
A useful plant for beautiful hair
Three types of essential oils with distinct properties
Rosemary stimulates growth and strengthens hair thanks to its benefits on the scalp. A healthy, strengthened scalp with stimulated blood circulation helps limit hair loss and promote growth. In addition, it has antiseptic and anti-dandruff properties, it naturally soothes irritated scalps. Used daily, it also brings shine.
In aromatherapy, there are three types of essential oils used for their benefits on beauty but also on health: camphor, verbenone and cineole.
Depending on the type of essential oil used, it can help balance hormones or fight orange peel skin (camphor), improve liver function (verbenone), fight respiratory infections (bronchitis, cough, cold) (verbenone and cineole). In the beauty sector, rosmarinus officinalis cineoliferum (cineole) is more commonly used to care for the scalp and beautify hair or to tone and regulate skin.
Please note, rosemary essential oils with camphor and verbenone are prohibited during pregnancy and breastfeeding and for children under 7 years old.
For more beautiful and denser hair
To beautify your hair, you can integrate 2 to 3 drops of cineole essential oil into a mixture of vegetable oils such as coconut, argan, jojoba or avocado oil and then apply it as a hair mask. You can also add a few drops to your shampoo. Remember to massage your scalp well during washing to promote microcirculation.
Finally, for daily use, without oil and therefore without the risk of greasing your mane, you can enjoy its benefits by spraying a spray based on water and infused rosemary. Boil ½ liter of water by adding a few sprigs of rosemary, remove from the heat and let it infuse for ½ hour. Finally, filter the water by pouring it into a spray bottle and apply it once it has cooled. Apply this treatment regularly and for several months to see its benefits.
The benefits of coconut oil on the body and hair
It can be used in application on the face for people with rather dry skin. However, it is of great interest for everyone, in application on the body and hair.
Interesting properties for use on the body
• Nourishing body oil: The skin on your body also needs to be hydrated. You can apply the oil all over your body, focusing on the driest and most damaged areas. After shaving or hair removal or on your hands, in a nourishing cream or soap. Apply raw coconut oil or combined with another ingredient to multiply the benefits according to your needs. For example, you can combine it with rosehip oil, known for its regenerating properties. Apply this mixture to your thighs, buttocks and stomach to reduce stretch marks and limit their appearance.
• After-sun care: Apply it after exposure to the sun. It will soothe your dehydrated skin.
• Intimate hygiene: Its antibacterial properties are interesting for intimate hygiene. It is recommended to fight against mycoses. Its oily texture allows it to be used as a lubricant, but be careful, the oil is not compatible with condoms.
Commonly used for hair beauty
Hair is often mistreated: wet, dried, then heated, etc. Applying a vegetable oil helps to nourish and repair it. Coconut oil is suitable for all hair types, the drier, curly or frizzy it is, the more often it can be applied. It penetrates the hair fiber and protects the hair by acting as a protective film, which prevents dehydration. Your hair is healthy, shiny and supple.
Shampoo
It can be combined with washing agents to nourish the hair when shampooing. In Ayurvenat solid shampoo, it is combined with several essential oils with purifying and toning properties to beautify and make dull hair shine.
Detangling
It can be used to facilitate detangling and styling. Apply coconut oil to dry hair in small quantities, only on the ends. It will detangle and nourish the hair at the same time. If you have dry hair, and you are looking for a daily care without rinsing, you should appreciate Oléanat perfumed hair sprays: monoi or mango scent!
Mask or oil bath
For more beautiful, supple and resistant hair, use it as a mask, focusing on the lengths. Leave on for at least 1 hour, then shampoo. Combine it with other vegetable oils (nigella, argan, castor, jojoba, avocado) and vary the ingredients to benefit from various benefits. To see real results, be regular: once a week.
Take advantage of all its properties during more targeted uses
Coconut oil fights against dry skin and hair. The fatty acids it contains have a lipid-replenishing effect. Lauric acid, in particular, has an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. Indeed, coconut, prey to microorganisms that proliferate in tropical climates, has natural antibacterial properties.
The solution for specific hair problems.
• Scalp care: Its nourishing, soothing and antibacterial properties help to care for the scalp and fight against dandruff. If you have a sensitive and rather dry scalp, this oil can help to balance and cleanse it.
• Anti-lice treatment: Coconut oil has an anti-fungal effect: it prevents the proliferation of lice by asphyxiating them. Apply the oil to the entire head of hair and leave on for at least 30 minutes. Repeat the operation 10 days later.
An ingredient sometimes also used in toothpastes
As you will have understood, coconut oil has become an essential ingredient in the cosmetics sector. Its benefits on the skin and hair are recognized and its use is increasingly varied.
Not only does this natural ingredient beautify the skin and hair, but it also has benefits for teeth and gums. It is increasingly found in toothpastes for its whitening, antibacterial and refreshing effect.
Virtues that are also found in Miswak (or Siwak), an ingredient derived from a root and used since Antiquity for oral hygiene. Miswak prevents the appearance of cavities, strengthens the gums, purifies the mouth, freshens breath and erases stains on the enamel thanks to the presence of silica.
This ingredient, which no longer needs to prove itself, is traditionally used in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Just like coconut oil, it is also 100% natural. Miswak is used in the composition of Ayurvenat toothpaste, a vegan and organic toothpaste, inspired by Ayurvedic medicine.