How to Make an Herbal Scalp Rub to Encourage Hair Growth

Many people suffer from hair loss due to age, hormones or health disorders. If you're having trouble with hair loss, try this scalp rub to remove buildup, and encourage hair to grow back.

Instructions

1

Place the nettle leaf, saw palmetto berry, chamomile, aloe, catnip and rosemary into a food processor or coffee grinder and grind into a fine powder. You may need to pulse the grinder, or move the herbs around a few times to get an even powder.

2

Place a couple tablespoons of olive oil into a ramekin or small bowl. Add in the ground herbs.

3

Microwave the mix for about 10 seconds, stir well, and microwave for an additional 5 seconds.

4

Place a towel around your neck and shoulders, and secure with a clip.

5

Use your fingertips to massage the oil blend into your scalp a bit at a time. Be sure to cover the entire scalp. Coating the hair is not necessary. (If you don't like oil on your fingers, you can wear plastic or latex gloves.)

6

Once your scalp is covered, wrap a warm towel around your head, or at least put on a shower cap. Allow the oil to stay on for at least 15 to 20 minutes.

7

Shampoo and condition your hair as usual, but be sure to wash with warm water and rinse with cool water. You may need to shampoo twice to remove all the oil from your hair. Be careful not to scrub your scalp much.

8

Perform these steps at least twice a month. Once a week is better if you have severe loss, particularly due to DHT build-up. (DHT is the cause of hair loss in those with thyroid disorders, as well as aging men.)