It’s no secret that we want our hair to be fab-u-lous. We invest goodness knows how much money on shampoos, conditioners, styling products, treatments, hair cuts, and colors. But why should our hair get all the attention? A healthy scalp is just as important for making sure our locks stay lustrous. A good ole shampoo and condition is a good start, but there’s more you can do. This Pink Grapefruit Scalp Scrub is an easy way to improve scalp health and soften your hair. The sugar helps gently exfoliate, removing dead skin cells while the blend of Argan and Organic Fractionated Coconut Oil help moisturize your scalp and hair. Plus, Pink Grapefruit and Cedarwood are both fantastic essential oils for their ability to promote shiny, healthy hair. After you’ve thoroughly scrubbed your scalp, rinse, and then follow up with your usual shampoo and conditioner. The result will be a gloriously flake-free scalp and soft, shiny hair!
Pink Grapefruit Scalp Scrub
What you’ll need:
- 1 Tbsp Argan Oil
- 1 Tbsp Organic Fractionated Coconut Oil
- 3 Tbsp white sugar
- 8 drops Pink Grapefruit
- 4 drops Himalayan Cedarwood
What you’ll do:
Combine carrier oils and essential oils in a small bowl. Stir in white sugar. Massage scrub over your entire scalp and rinse thoroughly. Then shampoo and condition your hair as usual.
And for those days that you don’t even have time to wash and dry your hair, we have dry shampoo! It’s easier to make than you think. All you need is arrowroot powder (baking soda can be too harsh), a little cacao powder if you have dark hair, and your favorite essential oils. We used the blend of Grapefruit and Cedarwood again because of their benefits for hair, and also because of the delightful and fruity aroma. Other combinations you can try are Bergamot and Sandalwood, Lavender and Rosemary, or Orange and Patchouli. Once your dry shampoo is thoroughly mixed, use a kabuki brush or other makeup brush to put a small amount on your hair, then comb it through your hair to absorb any excess oil. Keep in mind, use a light touch with the dry shampoo to avoid overly powdery hair. You can always use more, but it’s not so easy trying to get the extra out.
Pink Grapefruit Dry Shampoo DIY
What you’ll need:
- 4 Tbsp Arrowroot Powder
- 7 drops Pink Grapefruit
- 3 drops Himalayan Cedarwood
or for dark hair
- 3 Tbsp Arrowroot Powder
- 1 Tbsp Cacao Powder
- 7 drops Pink Grapefruit
- 3 drops Himalayan Cedarwood
What you’ll do:
Combine your Arrowroot Powder and Cacao Powder if needed. Add essential oils and mix thoroughly with a whisk or fork. You can also use a blender or food processor to help combine the essential oils and powder. Using a makeup brush, add a small amount of dry shampoo to your hair and comb through.
