Do it yourself hair mask infused with essential oils
Every day your hair takes a beating from daily life. Pollutants, UV radiation, dry air, styling and blow drying can all tear at your locks. You might think it's difficult to make your own but it's not! Why buy one at the store when you can whip up a bath at any time and know the ingredients you're adding. Many commercial hair masks contain chemicals and you don't want those on your scalp. Make this hair mask that will leave your hair touchably soft and smooth.
This easy recipe combines the moisturizing power of coconut oil and the sweet and clean aromas of Lavender and Rosemary essential oils to tame those frizzies and flyaways back into glossy, beautiful hair. Just a tip…many essential oils are not to be used topically. You're doing yourself more harm than good when purchasing them and applying them to your skin. We only use and recommend Young Living essential oils. They are labeled for topical use. Be safe.
Ingredients
- Small glass bowl
- Small saucepan
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4 drops essential oil* (we buy ours here)
- Spray bottle of any size, filled with water
- Towel
- Wide-toothed comb
- *We recommend 2 drops Lavender essential oil and 2 drops Rosemary essential oil
- I have used Ylang Ylang in this recipe too. I absolutely love the smell and the soothing benefits for my hair.
Instructions
- Rest the rim of a small pot or glass cup inside the edge of a larger pot filled halfway with boiling water to act as a double boiler.
- Add coconut oil to the glass bowl and warm until liquefied.
- Add essential oils to the coconut oil.
- Mix the ingredients together. Let cool and slightly thicken.
- Put a towel over your shoulders to catch any drips.
- Dampen your hair with a spray bottle.
- Using your hands, apply the mixture to your hair and gently comb to disperse the mask.
- Let the mask sit for 30–60 minutes before rinsing.
- Wash and style your hair as usual.
Your hair is going to look and feel like a million bucks without spending a million bucks!
While you're DIYing, make up a batch or two of bath salts! They're easy and oh so relaxing. Check out our recipe suggestions here.