Well, who among thousands of other plants does not recognize the old-good mint? Fragrant leaves find their application in cooking and medicine, cosmetology and perfumery ... The invigorating aroma of this native plant seems to purify even thoughts, charging them with energy and new ideas.
Mint oil, as a cosmetic product, is most often recommended to owners of problem and oily skin, as well as oily hair (including "decorated" with dandruff), and of course, people suffering from herpes.
This fragrant means enriches shampoos. Just a few drops of oil will improve the circulation of blood in the skin, and as a result - accelerate the growth of hair . Moreover: from the frequent use of such an etheric agent, the scalp becomes purer, inflammation and itching, as well as the already mentioned dandruff .
Mint oil for hair is used both in summer and in winter. The fact is that mint oil pleasantly cools the head of hear in the hot season, and in the cold on the contrary - it warms. However, it is worth remembering that this is a tonic, and with an "overdose" you can get allergies.
One can not but say a few words about mint oil as an aromatherapy tool. It soothes and relaxes, so if your locks smell like this plant, for a day, breathing in such a soothing scent, you will safely avoid stress.
The easiest way is to add it to your usual shampoo. Just two drops into your usual "portion" of means for washing your head will give each of your hair lightness and freshness.
Another popular remedy is mint conditioner. Pour 2 tablespoons of fresh (or dried) mint leaves with a glass of boiling water, add 3 or 4 drops of ethereal mint oil to the cooled broth. After washing the head, rinse this hair firming remedy, not forgetting to rub it in the hair roots a little. A simple and quick procedure - and what an aromatic result!
This oil will appeal to girls who are forced to heal hair with the help of "fragrant" masks containing garlic, onions or brewer's yeast . Mint will help you to eliminate this unpleasant smell.
Finally, aromatics. To do this, you need a wooden comb (metal or plastic do not fit). On the denticles, apply a couple of drops of oil, then comb the comb with each curl. It will soften the hair, help them to beautifully shine, and, of course, aromatizes them.
This homemade cosmetics will help to accelerate the growth of hair and also to say goodbye to dandruff. And, of course, every single mask will help to eliminate the typical hair problems for which it is created!
1. Owners of dry hair should prepare a remedy from 2 tablespoons of castor (or burdock ) oil, as well as 2 drops of ethereal mint. This mask is applied over the entire length, for 40 minutes, covered with a shower cap, after which it is washed off with shampoo.
2. Normal or oily hair is more "like" such a recipe: beat 2 chicken yolks, pour 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice, 4 drops of peppermint oil. Apply the mask for 20 minutes, wash it off with the same shampoo.
3. Mask for greasy, not clarified (!) Hair. 50 g of colorless henna , 15 g of cocoa butter , 7 drops of mint oil. Mix all the ingredients, apply for 3 hours, rinse with shampoo.