How to make Rose Oil for Hair
Rose Oil is a sweet smelling natural hair hack that can easily be made in the comfort your home. Not only does it have great benefits for your hair and skin, but you can use it as a massage oil to reduce stress and anxiety.
Keen to give it a try?
Then set aside some time over a weekend and treat yourself by making your own Rose oil.
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Preparation Time
50 – 60 minutes
Benefits
Rose Oil has the following benefits for your hair:-
- Rose oil smells great, is a therapeutic treatment for your hair and can be used for relaxation and stress relief.
- It is great scalp oil and can help sooth dry, and itchy scalps.
- It restores sheen to dull hair and it is a great light oil to seal moisture into your hair.
- Rose oil helps tame frizz and is a great oil to use to smoothen and soften hair.
Ingredients
- X1 cup of pressed dry roses
- X1 mason jar with a lid
- X1 cup of carrier oil (e.g. Olive oil, Grapeseed oil, Almond or Jojoba oil)
- Strainer
Method
- Put the rose petals in the mason jar and pour a 1/2 cup of your preferred carrier oil into the jar.
- Bring a pot of water to boil, and then let it simmer.
- Place a smaller pot into it and then lower the jar into it. Using the double boiling method, keep the jar submerged in the water for at least 45 minutes. *Do not bring to a boil, but let it simmer.
- Remove the mason jar and let it cool down.
- After it has cooled, strain the mixture, collecting the oil into a dark coloured jar.
- Add a handful of petals, add more carrier oil to it to submerge the roses and close the jar. Shake thoroughly to mix and then set aside to soak overnight.
- Strain the petals out and store your oil in a dark place for at least 3 weeks.
Your oil should then be ready for use.
Have left over rose petals. Why not make our easy DIY Rose water for hair?
Storage
To store your DIY Rose oil, keep it in a cool, dry area.
Usage
Rose oil can be used as a scalp massage oil. You can also use it in your leave-in conditioner, as well as in your DIY home mask.
Rose oil is also a great moisturiser and is a light oil that you can use during long spells of protective styling.
Are you currently keeping your hair in protective styling? Catch up on our top Protective Styling for Growth: Do’s and Dont’s.
Allergens
To make sure that you do not have any allergic reactions, do a test patch on your skin first before applying to your scalp. If you experience any tingling or itchiness, discontinue use.
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