5 Interesting Benefits That Rosemary Brings To Your Hair

Did you know that, in addition to minimizing the production of hair oil , rosemary is also very effective in eliminating dandruff and promoting hair growth?

Rosemary is one of the plants that, since ancient times, has been part of the catalog of natural beauty products for all women.

It stands out for its high content of essential nutrients, including a high concentration of antioxidant compounds that, both on the skin and on the hair, confer important benefits.

When it comes to hair health, rosemary is known to have an anti-hair loss action, which is ideal for treating those problems, which make hair look dull and lifeless.

The best thing about this is that, although it is part of many conventional products, its use in its natural state continues to be used as an alternative treatment.

Since many have not tried it yet, below we want to share in detail its 5 main benefits and a way to use it. 

1. Contributes to hair growth

According to data from the Spanish Nutrition Foundation (FEN), rosemary is a source of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, potassium, tannins, rosmarinic acid, rosmaricin, folates, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamins A, C and B6.

In light of this, rosemary is said to be a plant that can help stimulate healthy growth while curbing hair loss.

In addition, its extracts can activate capillary irrigation and help improve circulation in the area. With this, a correct nutrition of the hair follicles is achieved.

2. Minimize the appearance of gray hair

It is believed that although it is not as powerful as a commercial dye, the extracts of this plant serve as allies to reduce the appearance of gray hair.

Its content of caffeic acid and rosmarinic acid act as natural hair colorants, helping to minimize the appearance of gray or white hair. In addition, its direct application helps to stimulate the activity of melanocytes, cells responsible for hair pigmentation.

Lastly, its antioxidant effect helps to inhibit the negative impact of free radicals.  These are particles that accelerate the hair aging process.

3. Rosemary, an ally against dandruff

The imbalances that the pH of the scalp suffers due to the growth of some fungi are the reason why the annoying dandruff appears. Its symptoms include an uncomfortable itching and peeling sensation that, without treatment, can last for up to months.

Fortunately, thanks to its astringent and antifungal effect, the extracts released by rosemary can serve as a natural solution to end this problem.

And it is that its compounds easily penetrate the hair roots and eliminate the annoying white scales that characterize this condition. Also, its anti-inflammatory action helps soothe irritation and control itching and redness.

4. Helps eliminate excess fat

Alterations in the activity of the sebaceous glands of the hair can be a big problem when sebum residues are retained on the scalp.

Rosemary, being astringent, helps reduce fat production to keep the roots fresh and hydrated. In addition, this helps to avoid the obstruction of the hair follicles and allows their correct oxygenation to be restored. It can also deeply clean the roots and give the mane a shiny and clean appearance.

5. It is a natural conditioner

The nutrients contained in this prodigious plant act beneficially when the hair is damaged and with a dry and lifeless appearance. Just like commercial conditioners do, its extracts regenerate the strands and leave them looking silky and hydrated.

On the other hand, its application in lotion can prevent breakage and dryness. However, it is also convenient to prepare it with other ingredients to enhance its effects. That said, take note of the lotion that we propose below!

Rosemary hair lotion

Although there are several recipes to take advantage of the properties of rosemary, here we propose a simple lotion. You can easily include it in your beauty routine!

Ingredients

• 2 cups of water (500 ml).
• 3 tablespoons of rosemary (45 g).

Preparation

• Pour the cups of water into a pot and bring them to a boil.
• When it comes to a boil, add the rosemary.
• Reduce the heat and let the rosemary cook for 5 more minutes.

• Turn off the heat, cover the pot and let it cool.

Application mode

• Strain the infusion, pour it into a spray bottle and apply it all over your hair and scalp.
• We suggest you separate the hair into several strands to facilitate its use.

Have you tried beautifying your hair with rosemary? Now that you know its benefits, go ahead and prepare it in natural treatments and use it as an alternative to expensive conventional products.