Essential and Carrier Oils for hair

Im dying my hair soon and i think its gonna die *pun intended* so i was researching benefits of oils to the hair and thought I’ll share :)

Essential oils are distilled from the plant itself. They have the signature scent of the plant they came from. And they’re highly concentrated. For instance, it takes 220 pounds of lavender flowers to make a single pound of lavender oil.

Carrier oils (such as coconut oil, jojoba oil, almond oil, and olive oil) also come from plants, but they have a more neutral smell. And they’re not necessarily distilled down like essential oils are.

Here are the benefits of some essential and carrier oils:

Almond oil soothes and moisturizes the scalp.

Cedarwood oil stimulates the scalp and promotes hair growth.

Chamomile oil adds shine and softness to hair, and soothes the scalp.

Clary sage oil promotes hair growth and stimulates the scalp.

Coconut oil softens hair and increases shine.

Geranium oil strengthens hair.

Jojoba oil moisturizes the hair, adds nutrients, and stimulates the scalp.

Lavender oil deep conditions the hair, keeps it shiny, and helps control dandruff.

Moroccan argan oil moisturizes, nourishes, and provides antioxidants to hair.

Rosemary oil stimulates the roots, improves hair growth, and increases circulation in the scalp.

Sandalwood oil helps with dry ends, and adds fragrance to the hair.

Make sure to always use essential oils with carrier oils!

credit - WebMD Medical Reference

Remember to use these oils sparingly and research them some more before using. If you take all the precautions and experience rash or allergic reactions, stop immediately. Other than that, enjoy your healthy hair! >-<

♡ That naked witch in the woods

Aromatherapy has been helping with anxiety a lot as of late

I call this The Game Room.

My kid made me a die mold, and it works perfectly with my melt and pour. Im going to have them make me a few more. I’m still working on the best way to “paint” the numbers, I’m using black mica and alcohol, but my brush is too thick. I mixed a fragrance, and it smells like sandalwood, cedar, vanilla, a touch of leather and just a background hint of pipe tobacco. It will discolor, so I only added it to the brown portions, and it accelerated the batter, so I had to revise my plans a tiny bit. I originally wanted the dark brown to be on top. Next time I won’t add my fragrance until I’m ready to pour.

I enjoy a nice watch. It’s not easy to explain why, there’s something about well thought out design or good build quality or in this case, the fact that it’s bringing something different to the table.

Over the past few years I’ve seen a few wooden watches online, but not knowing much about them I sort of admired them from a distance.

But I managed to get hold of a pair of watches from a company called Kerbholz. A German company started by two friends on a backpacking adventure in 2011. While travelling South America they fell in love with the way wood was being used to design beautiful furniture.

TheAntique Sandalwood watch comes in the darker tone with Antique style brass fittings. A really nice and understated watch with something that also catches the eye.

The same watch in Rosewood is so much warmer and brighter. More immediately recognisable as being made from wood on the first glance. This finish really shows off the detail and natural lines of the wood grain.

Both of these items work so well as part of any outfit. In particular I’d pair the sandalwood watch with more formal looks such as the this outfit. I feel the rosewood watch works better as either a casual piece for every day wear or as a statement piece on an otherwise toned down outfit.

Overall both of these watches are just beautiful timepieces. Perfect for everyday wear as well as a smart addition to any design fans collection.

Home Protection Oil

• Dried five-finger grass (cinquefoil)
• Dried gardenia petals
• Dried lavender blossoms or the essential oil
• Dried purslane
• Sandalwood powder or the essential oil

Blend the above into a jojoba oil base. Add a pinch ofsalt.

(fromThe Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)