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How to Make Rosemary Water for Hair
Surely we all know of the beautiful herb called rosemary? It’s such a pretty herb for the garden and looks great all year round! It’s used in cooking and skincare cosmetics, but did you know that rosemary is a powerful herb in hair products, too? Rosemary water for hair is a beautiful tonic, stimulating new hair growth and caring for the scalp better than many of the products you can buy in store (and it’s free to make, too, so it saves you money!)
Rosemary Water Benefits
There are many benefits to using rosemary water spray for hair. The most recognized benefit is that rosemary helps stimulate hair growth. Certain studies suggest that both the amount of hair and the rate of hair growth may increase when rosemary water is used regularly. Rosemary water for hair has been popular for centuries to help treat hair loss naturally, such as in cases of losing hair from stress or aging.
Overall, the results are optimistic, with many people seeing stronger and faster hair growth and a healthier scalp. Rosemary water also helps with scalp hydration – adding much-needed antibacterial properties to relieve itchiness and dry skin. The best thing is that rosemary water is suitable for all hair types, and you can use it as often as you want as a cleansing hair rinse. Oh, and of course, let’s not forget that it smells lovely and herbally!
How to Make Rosemary Spray for Hair
You’ll be surprised how simple it is! It’s literally just water and rosemary sprigs cut straight from the garden. It may need to be more complex, but it’s just two ingredients. You can buy fresh rosemary from the grocery store if you still need to get a rosemary shrub.
Here’s the recipe of rosemary water for hair:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups of water
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
Instructions:
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add fresh rosemary sprigs, remove from the heat, cover, and steep for at least an hour or until cool. I like to leave the rosemary in the water until it’s fully cooled off to maximize its goodness.
- Transfer to a spray bottle.
- Spray daily onto dry hair or 2-3 times a week for normal hair.
- Store in the fridge for up to two weeks!
How Does Rosemary Water for Hair Work?
You have to know that rosemary water is the holy grail answer to hair loss – being the only answer to covering up bald patches or improving the confidence of hair loss sufferers. While it would be wrong to make such claims, several studies show promising results from rosemary oil, and each of us is different, so it’s worth a go! Give it a try.
Science has studied the effects of rosemary water spray on hair growth and found that the oils in the plant may act directly on the scalp, thereby improving hair health. After all, hair grows from the scalp, so if you improve the condition of the scalp, you, in theory, improve the condition of your hair.
One theory is whether rosemary stimulates blood flow to the scalp or brings fresh oxygen to the scalp. Or perhaps the oils are so deeply nourishing to the hair shaft? Probably no one really knows, but the results are worthwhile. That’s what’s important! Personally, after I use rosemary water, my hair feels softer, firmer, and glossier, and this is precisely the result I’m after. This wonderfully natural product with zero toxins, so it can only be doing good! So give rosemary water for hair a go and see if it works for you.
How to Use
The best way to use rosemary water is to spritz it lightly onto dry hair, then give your hair a gentle brush to work it through from your scalp to the ends. You can apply it to wet hair after washing and then comb and dry it as usual – it’s your choice entirely. You can give your hair a ‘rosemary rinse’ as well, where you apply a bit more as a hair soak and leave it on for a few minutes. Then wash it off. It works well as a hydrating tool, but you wouldn’t need to do this too often – a regular light spritz is better than a once-on-a-blue-moon hair soak.
When to Use
The main thing with rosemary water for hair is to use it regularly. Some say it takes up to 6 months to notice any hair condition or scalp health improvement. It’s best to store your rosemary water in its bottle in the fridge. It’ll last up to 2 weeks, by which time you’ll probably have used it all anyway!
Rosemary water should be suitable for all hair types, but you won’t know until you try it. So my advice is to apply a small amount on the first try, and then if you want to add more (and your hair likes it), do! Lastly, you may ask if you can spray rosemary water on your hair daily. Why not? It’s far healthier on your hair than anything you can buy in store. Being natural, free of chemicals, and full of earthly goodness.
Comparing Rosemary Water with Rosemary Oil
Both rosemary water and rosemary oil offer numerous benefits for hair health. While rosemary water for hair is simpler to make and use, offering hydration, scalp health, and potential hair growth stimulation, rosemary oil is more concentrated and can be applied directly to the scalp for targeted treatment.
Suppose you prefer a lighter, more versatile option. In that case, rosemary water is ideal for regular use as a hair rinse or spray. On the other hand, if you’re seeking intensive treatment for specific concerns like hair loss or scalp issues, rosemary oil might be a better choice due to its potency.
Ultimately, choosing rosemary water or oil depends on your preferences, needs, and hair care routine. Experimenting with both can help determine which works best for you, providing a natural solution for healthier, more vibrant hair.