Rosemary Water For Hair Growth
In this guide, I'll show you how to make rosemary water for hair growth the natural way! This is a simple, low-cost, zero-waste recipe anyone can make.
Yield: 4 cups
Materials
- 25 grams fresh rosemary sprigs
- 4 cups distilled water
- 2 slices fresh ginger (optional)
- 1 sprig fresh mint (optional)
- 5 drops rosemary oil (optional)
- 5 drops peppermint oil (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by thoroughly rinsing rosemary sprigs to remove any contaminants that may be present. Place them in a pot and cover with distilled water. Optionally, you may also add fresh mint, ginger, or other useful herbs.
- Bring water to a boil, then turn heat down to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat, then cover and let it sit for an additional 2 hours.
- Remove herbs and add 5 drops of rosemary oil, and 5 drops of peppermint oil, then mix thoroughly. (optional)
- Pour through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any remaining herbs or particles, then use a funnel to transfer into spray bottles.
Notes
- Always use caution when working with natural remedies, as there is always the risk of allergic reactions to ingredients you're unfamiliar with. I recommend doing a patch test before first use just to make sure you aren't at risk of irritation or allergic reaction. You may also want to consult with a healthcare professional or dermatologist if you are unsure about any of the ingredients.
- You can also soak your rosemary sprigs in a bowl of cold water to help dislodge any stubborn dirt or particles.
- The appearance of the rosemary water may vary between a light golden color and a darker, opaque red or brown. No need to worry if yours doesn't look exactly like mine!
- Don't toss out your rosemary sprigs yet! You can stretch their use even further by adding them to a simmer pot to fill your home with beautiful, natural fragrances. I recommend composting them afterward.
- Hold the spray bottle right up to your scalp before spraying so you get the most out of each spritz.
- Some people like to mix rosemary water into their shampoo. I don't recommend this because it doesn't give your scalp much time to absorb the nutrients.
- Refrigerate rosemary water to extend its shelf life.