Scalp Massage with Jasmine Oil

I know that isn't pure Jasmine oil and that it also contains mineral oil BUT it makes me feel so good! I always say "do what your hair likes not what someone tells you to do" and this is something that my likes.

The smell of Jasmine oil was something that I really had to get used to and once I did I realized just how relaxing the scent of jasmine oil can be when used in small doses. To use jasmine oil to massage my scalp I attach the top of the roots only bottle to the jasmine oil bottle and applied the oil directly to my scalp. I massaged for 5-10 minutes and then shampooed my scalp as usual. I only do the massaging when I am sure that I am going to shampoo because I don't want to leave the oil on my scalp for too long and it starts to clog my pores.

Jasmine oil does exist in pure form and can be mixed with another light oil (almond, olive, jojoba, etc) and used in the same manner (using jasmine oil in its concentrated state can be harmful). Listed below are a few of the benefits that can be gained from using jasmine oil:

• Jasmine oil is an anti-depressant
• Jasmine oil can make your hair feel thicker and healthier
• Jasmine oil is an antiseptic

For more info:
Jasmine Oil Benefits for Hair
Jasmine Oil
Jasmine Oil (blurtit.com)
Jasmine Oil - wikipedia

Scalp Massage

I love a good scalp massage and I love them even more when I am not the one doing it - that is what husbands are for :). In addition, as it turns out there more benefits to a scalp massage besides just the good feeling.

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Sources say that a scalp massage is a great way to ease the mind and the nervous system. Scalp massages increase blood circulation and increase root health and strength. They can also be done with the oil of your choice but be careful not to use an oil that is recommended to be used with a carrier oil (i.e. peppermint oil). A key thing to keep in mind is that scalp massages should be done with the pads of your fingers - not the tips, especially if you have long nails. Check out the resources listed below for more detailed information.

Resources

Hair & Scalp Massage Oils

Steps To A Great Self-Administered Scalp Massage

How to: Scalp Cleansing

I am so itchy! Usually I watch the clock at work count down until I can go home and relax - today, I want to go home and wash my hair. More specifically, my scalp!

First, I gathered my supplies. The bottles that the Carol's Daughter shampoo's come in are perfect for this. So even after the shampoo is used up I will be recycling the bottle for the purpose of scalp cleansing. I take the top from my Roots Only bottle and placed that on the bottle.

Then, I applied the shampoo directly to my scalp in sections to make sure I covered my entire scalp.

I have measure the amount of shampoo that is used for this technique and surprisingly less than 1oz is used.

Hair can be shampoo immediately after application or you can wait awhile. I had a few things to do and I needed to pre-poo so I left the shampoo on my scalp and applied a Jasmine Oil Castor Oil mix to the remaining length of my hair.

When washing I massage my scalp with my finger tips under running water....it feels so great! Let me know if you try it and what you think about it.

Scalp Experiment: Moisturizing

All winter because of the dry air if I do not moisturize my body properly or if I use a soap that is too strong my skin will start to feel tight, itchy, and a burning sensation all over. So I started to think....what if my scalp goes through the same thing as my skin?

-When my scalp is itchy I barely have flakes if I have any at all. So I assumed I didn't have a dandruff problem.

-I use the same shampoos and conditioners all year long but only itch during the winter season so I assumed it wasn't an allergic reaction to a product I was using.

-I don't do any weird treatments that would send my hair and scalp into a confused frenzy. And I only switch between two products at a time, just like I do in the summer.

So after days of going through process of elimination....my skin and hair started itching at the same time. A went to get the shea better for my skin, I glanced at the spray bottle of aloe vera....EUREKA! My scalp is just dry and when dry, it itches like my skin. Then I scratch like crazy and it gets sore.

To test my theory I have been moisturizing my scalp every other day with aloe vera....it has been working. To see if it was the aloe vera and not just a change in weather, I skipped a moisturizing session and the itching came back. I am convinced my scalp and skin just hate the cold as much as I do. Why oh why couldn't I figure this out about 3 months ago, LOL.

I also assume that the Castor oil wasn't making much of a difference with the itching because I was applying it to dry scalp - there wasn't any moisture to lock in. So now I oil after washing/co-washing and I have also added a midweek co-wash to my winter regimen. Although winter is near the end when as I make my discovery at least I will be ready for the next winter season.

Sources:

Prevent Itchy Scalp in the Winter

Scalp Itching

Soothe a Dry, Itchy Scalp

Curing Dry, Itchy Scalp in Natural Black Hair

Cornrows = Scalp Rest

A few days ago I stated how my scalp was itchy and sore. The itching I am used to - it just happens during this season. The soreness was because I was going a little too hard with scratching. I have even awaken myself in the middle of the night because I was scratching too hard. So I decided to cornrow my hair for low manipulation and rest. I don't braid tight so this was perfect. I am on day 4 of my cornrows and the soreness is gone. My scalp just needed to be left alone to heal.

I haven't figured out why my scalp itches or what causes it and no I have not been to a dermatologists - I barely have time to eat. Ever since I can remember my scalp has done this during the cold weather. It's probably the dry hair because guess what - my skin hurts and itches also. I have to slather on shea butter just to be comfortable. During the summer - no issues. I am drinking more water in hopes that increase fluid intake will help. It's bearable so I'll live. :)

Here are the cornrows:

Scalp Cleanse

Daily shampooing on African American hair is not recommended, hence the co-wash (although some of us can do a daily wash). However, build up can occur on our scalps and sometimes a shampoo is needed. When washing I hate how the shampoo strips all the natural oil from the shaft of my hair. So to minimize this from happening, I apply shampoo to may scalp in the same manner that you would "grease your scalp. It gets the job done and I don't experience that dryness on the ends of my hair. I also did this for my husband because he was having an awful dandruff problem. It really helped a lot and now we don't have to do it as often. You can use the shampoo of your choice with this technique. The last time did this I used Black Soap shampoo, it felt awesome and the drying was very minimal. Happy Cleansing!

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