Hair oil is an essential part of Ayurvedic hair care. Not only does it support your hair’s strength, growth, and shine, but it also promotes scalp health and can combat scalp and hair issues. Keep reading to learn more about this special Ayurvedic hair treatment, including its benefits and how to make your own Ayurvedic hair oil.

What is Ayurvedic Hair Oil?

Ayurvedic hair oil is a traditional oil formulation used to promote hair and scalp health. The ingredients in Ayurvedic hair oils vary, but a basic formula is usually a natural oil that is balancing to a person's unique constitution. Some examples of popular oils include:

• Coconut Oil: A cooling oil great for soothing the summer heat and the Pitta dosha
• Sesame Oil: A warming oil good for the winter season and the Vata and Kapha dosha
• Ghruta Ghee: Ayurveda's favorite oil as it is balancing for all three doshas

Ayurvedic hair oil may also include herbs and essential oil that have healing properties, such as:

• Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri): Known for calming the mind and promoting hair growth.
• Amla (Indian Gooseberry): Rich in vitamin C, it helps in strengthening hair and preventing hair loss.
• Bhringraj (Eclipta Alba): Often used to treat hair thinning and premature graying.
• Neem: Known for its antimicrobial properties, it helps in treating dandruff and other scalp conditions.

Benefits of Ayurvedic Hair Oil

The main benefit of Ayurvedic hair oil is that it helps to nourish the roots and skin to promote better scalp and hair health. It also:

• Coats the hair follicles to protect them from damage
• Promotes blood flow to the scalp, which prevents hair loss and fosters hair growth
• Improves the shine and appearance of hair over time
• Relieves stress and reduces tension

Many people report better sleep after hair oiling.

How to Use Ayurvedic Hair Oil

To use Ayurvedic hair oil, the oil is usually first warmed and then gently massaged into the scalp and hair, and left on for a period of time (from a few hours to overnight), then washed out with a mild shampoo.

Depending on your needs, you might choose to use Ayurvedic hair oil daily to treat a scalp condition. Otherwise, you can use it as a deep treatment once or twice a week.

Ayurvedic Hair Oil Recipe

Want to create your own nourishing Ayurvedic hair oil at home? Start by choosing your base oil. For the best results, use a premium ghee (like Ghruta).

You can then infuse herbs as desired. Just apply a couple of spoonfuls of warm oil to your hair and scalp as a hair mask, massage it in, and let it sit for an hour or two. Then, rinse it out with a sulfate-free shampoo.

Nourish Your Hair the Ayurvedic Way

At PIOR Living, we have several Ayurvedic products that can help improve your hair health and appearence. For example, PIOR Living Ghruta is a high-quality type of ghee that you can use to create an at-home Ayurvedic hair oil (Ghruta is also excellent for skin and nail health.) 

In addition, PIOR Living Hair is a supplement that promotes hair growth, shine, and health. It contains a powerful blend of 30 herbs and spices — including amla, brahmi, and turmeric — that work together to nourish your hair from the inside out.