Caring for our hair can be stressful, as factors such as the environment, diet, stress levels and use of hair products can cause damage. To mitigate these factors, and get long and strong hair, essential oils, such as: lavender, can be very beneficial, as lavender hair oil, enhanced with the power of vitamin E, targets the areas that require the most attention, and works on Promote hair growth and strengthen the roots.
Benefits of Lavender and Vitamin E:
According to research published in the scientific journal “Toxicology Research,” lavender oil helps with hair growth, its antiseptic properties ward off head lice, and its antibacterial properties inhibit the growth of any bacteria or fungi, preventing dandruff or common scalp infections.
When it comes to vitamin E, research published in the Tropical Life Sciences Journal revealed that vitamin E helps improve hair growth, and its antioxidant properties help reduce oxidative stress in the scalp. Vitamin E also increases blood flow to the scalp, which encourages hair growth and increases hair follicle size. So, are you ready to nourish your hair?
Here is what you need to make a homemade lavender and vitamin E mask for your hair:
Fresh or dried lavender flowers.
Coconut oil (preferably unpressed).
– 1 to 2 vitamin E capsules.
Method:
Cut up the stems of lavender flowers, as the leaves, flowers, and stems are infused to make the oil. In a clean glass bowl, pour boiling water, then add the stems, flowers and lavender leaves to it. The next step is to fill the jar with coconut oil, then pierce the vitamin E capsules. Keep the jar in a dry, warm place for a week, and be sure to shake the jar often to release the essential oils. Next, filter the lavender leaves, stems and flowers and add them to the oil.