Cinnamon essential oil for hair and its application. School of natural cosmetics. Lesson 20
There are two types of ether: obtained from leaves or from bark. The main properties characteristic of both types are anti–inflammatory, warming, stimulating, antimicrobial, antifungal.
Healthy properties for hair
Cinnamon is known for its tonic, stimulating effect on the body. Stimulates hair growth.
Strengthens hair follicles, is used for hair growth, as a result – the density of curls increases.
It has antimicrobial and antifungal action, reduces dandruff, promotes the health of the scalp.
Brightens curls, makes their tone more even (it's more about powder). Especially the lightening effect is noticeable on light or light brown hair.
These properties are due to cinnamon aldehyde, which is up to 80% of the essential oil of cinnamon bark.
How to use cinnamon oil for hair?
Cinnamon oil can be added to masks, balms, shampoos. Masks can be homemade or ready-made. However, the purity of the composition is important here. Try to choose products with a minimum number of potential allergens and irritating substances.
In its pure form, the use of cinnamon essential oil of any kind is undesirable. Since it is highly active, aggressive, irritating. Careless use of it can lead to burns. The simplest application option is to dilute cinnamon essential oil in base oil (1 drop per 10 ml) and make compresses from the oil mixture once a week. For the scalp, "low-fat", "light" oils are suitable: rice bran, watermelon seeds, raspberry seeds. This firming hair oil is easy to make in a couple of minutes. Burdock oil is often found in the recommendations as a base, but quality is important. This is macerate on burdock roots, and what kind of oil is at the base – most often sunflower, soy or even mineral.
Safe coloring
Bleached hair usually loses its shine, has dry tips. I don't want to aggravate this situation. Therefore, to color them, use ground cinnamon, as well as cinnamon essential oil, this will enhance the effect. The base can be coconut oil – one of the few that has shown the restoration of the protein profile of the hair. It is also a strong penetrating oil. You will not only color your hair, but also strengthen its structure.
Lightening of curls with cinnamon. However, presumably the same cinnamon aldehyde and eugenol are responsible for staining. You can easily conduct the experiment without harming your hair: add two tablespoons of cinnamon powder to a spoonful of your conditioner.
Beneficial effect on the scalp
Quick, simple and affordable ways to affect the scalp: shampoo, aromatherapy, masks.
Adding to shampoo: 1 drop per 2 tablespoons. It's a good idea to choose shampoos with mild detergent properties, which can be left on the scalp for 1-2 minutes for the best effect of cinnamon oil.
Another easy way: aroma combing. Pre-mix 18 drops of ylang-ylang (complement) with 1-2 drops of cinnamon in a separate bottle. On a wooden comb, apply 1 drop of the mixture and comb your hair, with an emphasis on the hair roots. This massage can be done every day. Doing combing in the morning, you will cheer up and be full of energy.
Another option is to use cinnamon in the composition of masks for the scalp. Such a mask can be made on the basis of a natural conditioner. In 1/4 teaspoon of any base oil, add 1 drop of cinnamon essential oil. In a teaspoon of conditioner, stir the prepared mixture well. Apply the product before shampooing along the parting for 15-20 minutes, then wash your hair as usual. Even such a simple application of cinnamon ether will wake up the hair follicles, accelerate hair growth.
And it does not matter which essential oil to use: bark or leaves. They will have an equally intense effect on the hair follicles.
Recipes for hair masks
In case of hair loss, the following hair mask is used: warm olive oil, one tablespoon of honey, one tablespoon of cinnamon powder. However, you can replace the powder with 2 drops of bark oil ether.
Apply the mask to the strands and skin for 15 minutes, rinse with shampoo.
Anti-dandruff mask with cinnamon and neem oil
This therapeutic mask has a powerful effect against pathogenic microorganisms, helps to reduce dandruff and itching, reduces the oiliness of the scalp. Use a course of 7-10 procedures 2 times a week, before washing. Apply the mask along the parting, make a light massage of the aponeurosis, and leave for 15-20 minutes. After that, wash your hair with shampoo as usual. Funds weighing 2 tablespoons will be enough for 2-3 applications.
Calculation for 2 tablespoons:
Neem oil 1 drop
Avocado oil 2 drops
Organic conditioner 2 tablespoons
EM cinnamon leaves 2 drops
Nettle extract 1 drop
Add extracts, oils and esters to the measured amount of conditioner, mix. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Warming mask with clay, mustard and cinnamon
This mask affects the stimulation of hair growth, as well as contributes to their beauty and strengthening along the entire length. Mustard and bark ether will increase blood flow to the hair follicles, enhance hair growth. Clay accelerates cellular metabolism, cleanses hair and skin from dirt, gives the hairstyle volume. You can use it both before washing your hair and after. Simply rinse with water. When using it after washing, styling will become easier due to more compliant curls.
Please note – the presence of mustard powder can cause burning on the skin. Then you can reduce its amount in the mask. If the burning effect does not seem strong enough, add 1/3 of a teaspoon of sugar. For the best effect, you can wrap your hair with a film, and put a hat on top. However, chasing a strong warming effect is not worth it, so as not to make the scalp sensitive, not to cause irritation.
The mask is made immediately before application. Use 1 time per week.
Calculation for 2 tablespoons:
Mustard powder 1 teaspoon
ORGANIC conditioner 1 tablespoon
Blue clay 1 teaspoon
Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil 1 drop
Rosemary extract 1 drop
Lavender essential oil 3 drops
Add essential oils and extract to the conditioner, mix. Then add the clay and mustard.
Contraindications
It must be remembered that cinnamon ether has limitations.
Therefore, dosages in any cosmetic products should be reduced compared to conventional esters. On average, this is about 0.5% of the mass of the product, unlike the usual 1-2% of input.
It is good to combine cinnamon with softer esters such as lavender, clary sage, rose.
For the scalp, it is not recommended to use it for those who have high blood pressure.
Also, cinnamon should be avoided by pregnant and lactating women, Also refrain from using it for young children.
Conclusion
For the beauty of hair, it can and should be used. Its properties will come to the rescue: stimulating, warming, antifungal. All these natural qualities can be used in hair and scalp care.