Caring for a beard goes beyond just trimming and styling. A healthy, shiny beard requires good hydration and nutrition, and this is where beard oil comes into play. Beard oil is designed to nourish, hydrate and soften the beard and the skin underneath. When beard oil is combined with essential oils, it creates a powerful blend that leaves not only the beard, but also the overall beard care experience with a wonderful scent.
Why use Beard Oil?
Beard oil is a care product developed for men with a beard. Beard oil contains a combination of carrier oils such as jojoba, argan, and coconut oil, which hydrate and soften the beard and skin. These oils also help reduce itching and dandruff, stimulate beard growth and make the beard easier to comb and style.
What are the functions of Essential oils?
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts known for their powerful properties and aromas. They are often used in aromatherapy, skin care and hair treatments because of their wide range of benefits. When added to beard oil, essential oils can provide additional benefits such as antibacterial properties, improved hair growth and a pleasant scent.
Types of Essential Oils
- Lavender oil : Calming and soothing.
- Tea Tree oil : Antibacterial and antifungal.
- Peppermint oil : Refreshing and stimulating.
- Rosemary oil : Stimulates hair growth.
- Orange oil : Invigorating and refreshing.
Benefits of Essential Oils in Beard Oil
Essential oils such as lavender and tea tree help moisturize the skin and beard. They ensure that the beard remains soft and shiny and reduces dryness and flaking.
Peppermint and rosemary oils are known for their ability to improve blood circulation. This can stimulate hair growth and promote a fuller, denser beard.
Tea tree and eucalyptus oils have powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties. These can help prevent infections and inflammation of the skin under the beard.
Essential oils add a natural, pleasant scent to the beard oil , which not only makes your beard feel well-groomed, but also smells wonderful. Think of the refreshing scent of citrus oils or the calming scent of lavender.
How to Make Your Own Beard Oil with Essential Oils?
Making your own beard oil is easy and the advantage of this is to adjust the ingredients to your personal taste. Here is a basic recipe to make your own beard oil:
What do you need?
- 30 ml Unscented Beard Oil (unscented/odorless)
- 5-10 drops of essential oil of your choice
Instruction
- Pour the Beard Oil into a small bottle with a pipette or dropper.
- Add the essential oils to the carrier oil. Test with different combinations to find your ideal scent and benefits.
- Close the bottle and shake well to mix the oils.
- Apply a few drops of the oil to your palms, rub them together, then massage the oil into your beard and the skin underneath.
Tips for using Beard Oil in combination with Essential oils
Start with a small amount. A few drops are often enough. Add more as needed, especially if you have a longer beard. Use after showering. Applying beard oil to a clean, towel-dried beard helps the oils penetrate the hair and skin better. Comb or brush your beard. This helps distribute the oil evenly and ensures all hair is well hydrated.
Also test it for allergies. Perform a test by applying a small amount of the blended oil to a small patch of skin on the inside of your elbow. Wait 24 hours to see if a reaction occurs.
Store your beard oil in a cool, dark place to extend the oils' shelf life and maintain effectiveness.
In brief
Adding essential oils to beard oil is a simple and effective way to personalize your beard care routine. By choosing the right oils and mixing them safely, you can enjoy the benefits of both the base carrier oil and the powerful properties of essential oils. Try different combinations to find what works best for you and enjoy a healthy, good-smelling beard.
