A healthy scalp is a happy scalp. A happy scalp is fertile ground for optimal hair growth rate. Scalp treatments are one way to keep your scalp healthy and happy. Some benefits of scalp treatments include:
- increased circulation to the hair follicles which promotes growth,
- gentle remove debris and buildup, and
- alleviate dandruff
Here’s an easy recipe you can try at home for a spa-like experience.
Coconut Oil Treatment
Mix organic coconut oil with a few drops of an essential oil like tea tree oil or peppermint oil. Make sure you use enough coconut oil to properly dilute the essential oils because they are too potent to use at full strength. Start with a couple drops of oil and add more if needed at your next session. Warm the coconut oil in the microwave for 15 seconds and add the essential oils.
Suggested substitutes: If you don’t have coconut oil, try using olive oil (most of us have olive oil at home already). If you have oily scalp, you can also use a few drops of lemon juice but avoid getting it on the rest of your hair.
Application
Start with dry hair (clean or dirty). Section your hair and use a color applicator brush or cotton balls to apply the mixture. After you’ve covered your entire scalp, massage your scalp for 15 minutes with the pads of your fingertips. Bonus treat: After you massage your scalp. Pour the remaining oil on your strands (except if you added lemon juice) for quick hot oil treatment. Shampoo and deep condition your hair according to your normal wash day routine.