The weather here in the midwest can be so finicky. One day it’s warm, then it’s freezing (like today)…brrrr. But the reality is, those warmer days are getting fewer and fewer and pretty soon there will be snow on the ground.
Whether I like it or not, winter is here. With it comes rosy cheeks and dry, chapped skin. It’s pretty easy to find recipes for dry skin. There are so many amazingbody butterandbody salverecipes right here on Scratch Mommy andJess’s Body Buttersare UhMaaaZing).
But what about nourishing your scalp? Learn how to do a dry scalp treatment at home!
Unfortunately, the skin on your scalp can suffer much like the rest of your body during the colder months. All the sudden your scalp is dry, flaky, itchy, and driving your crazy!So what can you do about it?
You might betempted to grab thatbottle of (toxic) shampoooff of the store shelf that promises to fix all of your problems. But these shampoos have a lot of yucky ingredients with some nasty side effects.
Deep treating your dry scalp with a moisturizing mask several times a week can do wonders this time of year. All you need is a few ingredients to rub into your scalp, leave on for a bit, and then wash out. This is great to do before you take a shower.
So what do you need to do a deep moisturizing and nourishing dry scalp treatment?
There are quite a few essential oils that are great for loving your scalp during the winter, including:
- Tea Tree– We have loads of recipes here in Pronounce and there are abouta gazillion recipes on our sister site, Scratch Mommy, that use Tea Tree (it’s a staple oil to keep around).
- Rosemary– “Best known for its aid in memory and hair loss. It is also considered a symbol of love, and the sprigs have been traditionally used in wedding ceremonies.”1
- Lemon– Interesting tid-bit, “It takes over 3,000 lemons to produce 1 kilo (2.2 lbs) of expressed oil!”2
- Cedarwood– A favorite oil of Scratch Mommy founder, Jess, cedarwood essential oil is steam distilled from wood and has a gorgeous Earthy scent.
- Lavender– Another staple oil to keep around, you’ll find lavenderin manyDIY recipes on our sister site, Scratch Mommy.
- Peppermint– You can see why this is also a great oil to have on hand, “Analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, carminative, cholagogue, cordial, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, insecticide, nervine, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, vasoconstrictor, vermifuge”3
- Geranium– Geranium is a powerful wound healer, with heavy, sweet, floral aromas.
- Patchouli– Patchouli is more than just a scent for hippies (…this is what Scratch Mommy founder, Jess, wears everyday). It hasantiseptic, astringent, and fungicide properties…the perfect addition for a dry scalp treatment!
You will need to dilute your essential oils with a carrier oil. Some good choices would be coconut oil, jojoba oil, borage oil, or evening primrose oil.
**You have got to check out this highly informative post onPronounce Skincare that explains various carrier oils and how to choose the perfect one.
After using this nourishing mask, wash it out with a natural shampoo, if possible. ThisPH Balanced Shampoo Recipeis a great option.
DIY Deep Moisturizing Dry Scalp Treatments
Author: Mindy Benkert
Supplies/Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp carrier oil (learn how topick the best carrier oilfor you)
- 8 drops of essential oil
- Blend #1 – Use for dry, itchy scalp
- 2 drops rosemary
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops tea tree
- 2 drops cedarwood
- Blend #2 – Use for dry scalp with flaking
- 4 drops lemon
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops peppermint
- Blend # 3 – Powerful anti-fungal blend
- 4 drops tea tree
- 2 drops lavender
- 1 drop geranium
- 1 drop patchouli
Make It
- Gently mix your carrier oil and essential oils.
- Massage enough mixture into scalp to cover.
- Leave on for at least 15 minutes.
- Wash out with a gentle shampoo.
Notes
We love any EO company that uses sustainably & ethically sourced plants, oils are organic or wildcrafted, and proudly declares fair-trade certification. Jess loves Mountain Rose Herbs, highlighted throughout the site and in this post…check them out!
Whenever you are trying new essential oils, it is best to do a patch test first. Just mix one drop of the essential oil with a teaspoon of carrier oil and place a drop on the inside of your elbow or arm. Watch for 24 hours to ensure there is no reaction.
Thedilution ratios given for the recipes here are recommended for healthy adults.
Peppermint and rosemary essential oils should be avoided in small children.
For children over 2 consider this simple blend:
- 1 Tbsp Carrier Oil
- 1 drop Tea Tree
- 1 drop Geranium
Here’s to moisturized, healthy scalps this winter!
Don’t want an itchy scalp?
Please, head on over to Pronounce Skincare Shop where Jess sells some of the ingredients you will need to make a scalp treatment.
While you are there, please look around at all of the other skincare creations. Jess loves making them for her family and for you!
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