One of the most common types of hair loss is androgenetic alopecia, though it can also affect females, is better known as male pattern baldness.
Androgenetic alopecia the cause of this condition is a by product of testosterone attacking your hair follicles . When men with androgenetic alopecia massaged diluted rosemary oil into their scalp twice daily for six months, they experienced the same increase in hair thickness as those who used minoxidil (Rogaine), a common hair regrowth remedy. Those who used the rosemary oil reported less scalp itching compared to minoxidil, which suggests that rosemary may be more tolerable. Other research indicates that rosemary oil may help patchy hair loss, or alopecia areata, which affects up to half the population below age 21 and about 20% of people above 40. When people with alopecia areata rubbed a rosemary essential oil blend into their scalp each day for seven months, 44% showed improvement in their hair loss compared to only 15% in the control group, who used the neutral oils jojoba and grapeseed.
Lavender has long been used as a treatment for healthy hair. is widely considered one of the most versatile essential oils, being extremely beneficial for numerous issues. Lavender is also considered one of the most beneficial essential oils for relaxation, skin, bedtime routines, and for healthy hair and scalp as well. A a very soothing and calming oil, lavender can help with an irritated scalp, but it is also regenerating as well. In fact, a study conducted in 2016 found that lavender oil significantly increased the number of hair follicles and hair follicle depth. And since it’s considered one of the safest essential oils, lavender can be used on just about anybody!
According to a 2014 study, those treated with peppermint oil experienced an increase in follicle count, increase in follicle depth, and a thickened dermal layer after four weeks. However, please note that due to its high menthol content, peppermint oil should not be used on or near the face of young children or infants.
Geranium is another essential oil that is used for healthy hair growth, because it is another regenerating essential oil, it and is considered beneficial in stimulating hair growth. Comprised of mostly citronellol and geraniol, geranium has a high count of monoterpenes which are considered to be immune stimulants and general tonics. It is also commonly used in skin care due to its abilities to balance out skin types. This also makes it beneficial to use when dealing with hair loss due to irritated skin.
Another essential oil to consider to achieve healthy hair and scalp is clary sage. Not to be confused with common sage, clary sage is a stimulating oil and can be used to both reduce hair loss and promote hair growth. Because it is commonly used to regulate hormones and reduce tension, it can be especially beneficial for hair loss that is due to tension or hormonal issues. Please note that clary sage should not be used by those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, when drinking alcohol, or if estrogen levels need to be monitored.
Cedarwood A study was published in 1998 regarding patients who suffered from alopecia areata. The patients were treated with an essential oil blend of cedarwood, rosemary, lavender, and thyme. The blend was massaged on the scalp of individuals every day for 7 months. The results showed that 44% of the patients found improvement with their alopecia after using the essential oil blend. Cedarwood can also be beneficial for achieving healthy hair, and is considered to be useful for multiple skin and scalp conditions, including itchy scalp, dandruff, and oily hair.
Roman chamomile is most known for its calming and gastric properties, chamomile is also used to support hair health. Gentle and calming, chamomile has been used for numerous issues for decades. Because of its ability to help with tension and worry, chamomile can be beneficial for hair loss due to worry or nervous feelings. It is also very calming to the skin and helpful when dealing with irritated, or itchy skin and scalp. Chamomile is often used in hair care and is even thought to help lighten hair color. Like lavender, chamomile is considered a safe oil and can be used on most individuals.
If not diluted properly, essential oils can cause irritation and sensitization, so make sure to always dilute them accordingly.It’s important to remember that a little goes a long way with essential oils. Because they are highly concentrated substances, only a small amount is needed.
A great product that combines all of these oils in a easy to use solution is Root to Tip Serum. 
To purchase oils outside of Australia – please go to myDoterra.com/Kyliejene and select shop from the top menu.
Here are two blends for hair loss.
Hair-Growth blend #1
- Lavender–12 drops
- Peppermint–4 drops
- Rosemary–4 drops
Hair-growth blend #2
- Geranium–6 drops
- Cedarwood–6 drops
- Chamomile–5 drops
- Clary Sage–3 drops
Thoroughly combine each of the blends and store them in a dropper bottle. Use one or both of them to treat hair loss in one of the following ways…
Shampoo
Add 1-3 drops to your shampoo each time you wash your hair. Gently massage into hair and scalp and rinse as normal.
Scalp oil
Add 1-2 drops of essential oil blend to ½ tsp. jojoba oil and gently massage into scalp. Leave on scalp or shampoo if needed.
Other essential oils for healthy hair
While this list is by no means exhaustive, it will certainly get you well on your way to treating your hair loss naturally.
HELLO,i have alopecia,and i would like to know step by step on makeing the blends RIGHT,pluse they give me so many to work with how do i know which ones to choose and which ones to add to my shampoo, PLEASE HELP
Hi Kim,
This blend Hair-Growth blend #1
Lavender–12 drops
Peppermint–4 drops
Rosemary–4 drops
Can be made in a glass bottle and then add 1-3 drops to the shampoo in your hand. Avoid putting it into plastic bottles as oils shouldn’t be stored in plastic.
This is more about choosing the right one for you. Rosemary is a key oil, but if you hate Rosemary or react to it, then there are others you can choose. Adding variety of oils can have a greater benefit (synergy effect) This is why people will have a different favourite blend. Don’t be afraid to try them one at a time, add what you love and take out what you don’t.
Thanks, for reminding me to put it in a glass bottle, an u said 1-3 drop in ur shampoo which oil or oils do I use for the shampoo ??? and can I blend more different kinds in the same bottle for my scalp in a carrier oil ???cause they list so many for alopecia am confused.
You can blend as many oils as you wish, of course this would cost more. I would recommend starting with
Lavender–12 drops
Peppermint–4 drops
Rosemary–4 drops
If you want to add more, you can add more to this blend.
You don’t need every oil that is good for hair, pick a few you like the fragrance of and start there.
Using high quality oils is very important, not all oils are the same potency, purity, concentration. That is why I love doTERRA, all the oils are 3rd party tested, and the result of batch tested is published online for the public to see.
After mixing three oils do you add FCO to top off and if so what size bottle/Rollin etc are these measurements for? Thanks
This is for 10ml bottle – making a 10% dilution. (see dilution charts here https://www.www.deonb.com/dilution-of-essential-oils/)
what would the recipe be for a 30ml bottle? with dilution drop amounts?
For a 30ml Bottle multiple by 3:
Lavender–(12 x 3) = 36 drops
Peppermint–(4 x 3) = 12 drops
Rosemary–(4 x 3) = 12 drops
fill the remainder with fractionated coconut or other oil
Geranium–(6 x 3) = 18 drops
Cedarwood–(6 x 3) = 18 drops
Chamomile–(5 x3) = 15 drops
Clary Sage–(3 x 3) = 9 drops
fill the remainder with fractionated coconut or other oil
I want to make sure I have this correctly as I am trying essential oils for my 8 year old daughter who was recently diagnosed with Alopecia Areata. I bought Lavender, Rosemary and Cedarwood plus a bottle of Coconut Carrier oil. I understand making a blend in a separate glass dropper bottle but I am unsure if I am supposed to use on her scalp when wet or dry? How long does it need to be left on her scalp? Some websites say the day/night, others 20 mins, others 2 min and other say combine with shampoo and wash as normal daily. If mixed with Shampoo do I not use a carrier oil? Any help would be SO appreciated. Thank you!
This blend can be used on wet or dry hair, but may be easier to get onto scalp when hair is wet, as the hair won’t absorb so much. Oils are quickly absorbed by the skin so 20-30min treatment is ideal. Combining with shampoo is a less targeted way of use, but if you are time poor, or have forgotten, this is better than nothing. Using a carrier oil will make the batch last longer, as well as help it spread to a greater area, if you are using a very good oils like doTERRA CPTG, dilution will still be necessary, as they are quite potent.