Hair is primarily made of protein. John D. Kirschmann writes in his book "Nutrition Almanac" that drawing circulation to the hair follicles is key to maintaining strong and healthy hair. Hair growth beings inside the hair follicle. Blood circulation helps to stimulate follicles so new growth can occur. Herbal remedies may stimulate hair follicles, increasing blood circulation. Herbs can be taken in many forms, such as fresh, dried or in alcohol-based formulas. Note that the FDA does not endorse the safety or efficacy of herbal remedies.
Essential Oil Blend
Step 1
Add 50 drops of rosemary essential oil, 1/2 cup aloe vera gel,1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar and 1 tbsp. jojoba oil into a non-porous bowl.
Step 2
Mix the ingredients together until they are well blended. Rub the mixture onto your mustache area, making sure to get into the roots of the hair.
Step 3
Let it sit for 10 minutes or more before rinsing off. Kathi Keville and Mindy Green share this formula in their book "Aromatherapy: A Complete Guide to the Healing Art." Rosemary essential oil and apple vinegar cider are believed to help stimulate hair follicles. The oils will help keep skin protected and nourished.
Tea Rinse
Step 1
Add a healthy pinch of each of the herbs sage, burdock root and fo-ti to a cooking pot. Pour n iseveral cups of water and bring to a boil. Turn off and cover the pot.
Step 2
Let the herbs steep for 20 minutes. Strain and let the tea cool. Serve yourself a cup of tea.
Step 3
Dip a cotton ball into the remaining tea blend and rub it over your mustache area. John D. Kirschmann shares that these herbs are helpful to stimulate new hair growth in his book "Nutrition Almanac." Again, there is no clinical evidence to support either the internal or external use of these herbs, so proceed with caution.
Tips and Warnings
- You can use both herbal formulas in your hair as well. Rub the oil blend into your the roots of your hair in the shower and use the tea as an herbal rinse. Sage also comes in an essential oil that can be added to the oil blend. Lavender is another essential oil that is believed to help hair growth.
- Do not touch let the essential oils touch your bare skin. This can cause skin irritation. They always need to be mixed into a carrier oil. Herbs are not meant to replace medical treatment. If you are experiencing health concerns, please contact your doctor.
Things You'll Need
- Rosemary essential oil
- Measuring spoons and cup
- 1/2 cup aloe vera gel
- 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp. jojoba oil
- Non-porous bowl
- Small spoon
- Small container with lid
- Sage loose herb
- Burdock loose herb
- Fo-ti loose herb
- Cooking pot
- Strainer
- Cotton balls
References
- "Aromatherapy: A Complete Guide to the Healing Art"; Kathi Keville, Mindy Green; 2008
- "Nutrition Almanac"; John D. Kirschmann; 2006
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