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HOME-MADE HAIR OIL RECIPE

NOVEMBER 4, 2011 BY FORUM 154 COMMENTS

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I had promised long back to share my moms recipe for preparing really beneficial home-made oil that has
been the secret to good, strong hair of my family. In fact, I suppose, because of this oil, my mom never
got a single grey hair till she was 45 years of age and today even at the age of 61 years, her hair is
comparatively more healthy than all my masis (aunts) and many other women of her age. Winters are
approaching and most of the ingredients for this oil are available in their best quality in winters and
therefore, I believed, this is just the right time to share the recipe so that whoever wishes to, can go
ahead and prepare this miracle oil. I am currently sharing the amount of ingredients required for preparing
around 3 litres of oil as this oil can be stocked for the entire year or more and also personally suggest that
this quantity would ideally be a better option than putting in so much effort for a small quantity.
INGREDIENTS:
We essentially need 2 big steel vessels (approx. size of 5 litres or more), 1 small steel vessel (approx.
size of 1-2 litres), 1 big steel spoon, 1 old cotton/malmal dupatta. Apart from these basic things, we need
the below-mentioned ingredients.
Note: Ayurvedic stores specially sell an oil masala packet that includes most of the ingredients
mentioned below in powder form (I have indicated which ones). It is usually easily available and
good enough instead of purchasing them individually. For a quantity of either 2-3 litres of oil
preparation, 1 packet of this oil masala is sufficient. I have, however, also mentioned the quantity
required for each ingredient, in case one wishes to purchase the components of the oil masala
individually. On the other hand if you are purchasing the oil masala packet, then needless to say,
you can skip adding the components of the oil masala packet separately.
Reference Picture

Ingredient Name and Quantity

Benefits

Coconut Oil 3 litres

Has high moisture retaining

capacity and prevents breakage
of hair and it repairs damaged
hair
When applied regularly on clean
scalp can help get rid of lice and
lice eggs as lice eggs have
difficulty attaching to hair that
contains oil
Is rich in fatty acids which are
beneficial anti-dandruff agents
and are way better than any anti
dandruff shampoo
Is believed to slow hair loss by
revitalizing and exfoliating dead
skin tissue from the scalp
Can protect the hair cell
membrane and waterproof the
scalp and hair from harsh
shampoo

Almond Oil 250 ml bottle

Amla (Indian Gooseberry) 1 kg.

Aritha approx. 50 gms. (part of oil

masala packet)

Ashwagandha approx. 50 gms.

(part of oil masala packet)

Bahera / Vibhitaka approx. 50

gms. (part of oil masala packet)

Adds luster to the hair

Makes hair longer and thicker.
Makes the hair smoother and
prevents split ends
Prevents hair fall and balding as
it strengthens roots
Almond oil and amla combined
together can prevent dandruff
Alleviates inflammations and
skin
irritation.
Therefore,
applying it to your scalp will
prevent itching.
Gives hair a nice sweet fresh
smell

Prevents premature greying,

dandruff and hair loss
Conditions the hair
Helps reduce stress and treat
insomnia

Gives hair natural floss and

bounce
Used for removing lice from the
scalp, as it has gentle
insecticidal properties

Improves memory and alertness

Is very advantageous in
insomnia
Reduces the level of stress and
also acts as an antioxidant
Provides nourishment to the
brain for better functioning and
greater ability to work

Rejuvenates hair
Improves vision to a certain
extent

Bringaraj approx. 50 gms. (part of

oil masala packet)

Haritaki / Harad (optional) 1-2

pieces (part of oil masala packet)

Jatamansi approx. 10 gms. (part of

oil masala packet)

Shankhpushpi approx. 10 gms.

(part of oil masala packet)

Shatavari approx. 10 gms. (part of

oil masala packet)

Encourages hair growth

Rejuvenates hair
Stops premature hair loss,
baldness and dryness of scalp
Can possibly help regain
original colour in case of
premature greying
Relieves headache

One of the remedies for memory

loss and depression
Has calming properties

Promotes hair growth

Prevents hair loss and greying
hair
Reduces
hyperactivity,
restlessness and aggressiveness
in hyperactive children

It has soothing action on the

nervous system so it is used as a
tranquilizer for anxiety neurosis
and sleeplessness
Due to its memory enhancing
property, it is useful to treat
neurodegenerative diseases like
dementia
and
Alzheimers
disease

Produces a cooling effect in the

body and for this reason it is
particularly
beneficial
for
ailments that are associated with
excessive heat such as fever and
inflammatory conditions

Fresh Brahmi approx. 100 gms. (1

judi)

Curry Leaves (optional) approx. 10

gms.

Fresh Henna 1 judi (a little plusminus quantity is okay)

Fresh/Dry Neem approx. 10 gms.

Allows proper nourishment to

reach hair roots and promote
growth
Prevents dandruff, split-ends
and hair discoloration
Maintains mental calmness and
is effective in treating mental
imbalances,
emotional
disturbances and also in the
prevention and cure of geriatric
mental problems such as
amnesia and Alzheimers
Helps in improving mental
performance and increasing
learning capacity
Helps in decreasing anxiety and
mental fatigue and promotes
freshness in mind
Useful in maintaining normal
body temperature thus relieving
body from hyperthermia and
fevers

Helps prevent premature hair

greying
Strengthens hairs, prevents
premature greying and makes
hair darker

Boosts hair growth

Gives shine to hair
Acts as a conditioner
Natural colorant and hair
stregthener
Relieves headaches
Cools scalp and skin & reduces
temperature

Highly beneficial for the dry

and itchy scalp
Dandruff and scalp psoriasis can
be cured
Prevents premature greying of
hair and treats lice and hair fall
Reduces the thinning of hair
Acts as a very good conditioner
Stops the hair fall

Methi / Fenugreek approx. 10 gms.

Hibiscus 12-15 nos.

Promotes hair growth

Gives glow/shine to hair

Prevents hair loss

Enhances growth of hair
Discourages split ends
Thickens hair
Prevents premature greying of
hair

Helps soothe and restore dry

skin
Tones and tightens the scalp
with their gentle astringent
action
Is a natural cooling agent

Real (original) rose petals 1 big

bowlful(These look exactly / similar
to the reference picture. They are
available in special floral markets, so
dont end up buying roses from a
local florist and adding its petals as

they will do no good)

Camphor 1 small dibbi (especially

sold for adding to oil)

Prevents
dandruff
quite
effectively
Stops hair loss as well as
improves hair quality and helps
to get rid of brittle and weak
hair
Able to slow down hair thinning
and loss in those cases, when
this condition is caused by
prolonged and severe stresses
and anxiety

PREPARATION METHOD:

Take all of coconut oil in a really big (heat-resistant) steel / aluminum / brass vessel.

Pour the oil masala packet in little amount of water for it to get mixed in the oil easily and pour this
wet mixture into the coconut oil. This is done so that the powder gets easily mixed in the oil rather
than forming lumps in it. For those who choose adding individual oil masala ingredients instead of
the powdered masala, just add all that dry masala directly into the oil.

Grate all the amlas and add those to the coconut oil.

Take all the fresh green leaves (without stem), i.e. Brahmi, Curry Leaves, Henna, Neem and Tulsi,
wash them, semi-dry them (by letting off water from them after washing) and add them to the
coconut oil.

Add methi / fenugreek to the coconut oil.

Add hibiscus (without its stem) and rose petals into the coconut oil. No need to wash them.

The mixture created by following Step 1 6 needs to be covered with a lid and kept that way for
around 3 days. At some regular intervals during these 3 days, we need to keep stirring the mixture
with a big spoon so that the benefit of each ingredient gets infused properly in the oil. (Note: The
vessel for the entire mixture should be big enough for the entire mixture to not be filled to the rim.
There has to be sufficient space/level for the mixture to later rise when we keep it to boil on the
th

4 day)
th
On the 4 day, put this vessel with the mixture on gas and follow the below-mentioned pattern:

1. First boil it on a fast flame till the oil starts rising on reaching its boiling point. We need to keep
stirring and need to be careful that hot oil doesnt rise completely and spill out of the vessel. When
the oil starts rising, make the flame slow.
2. We will see a distinct water layer on the oil. This water is because of amla added to the oil. The
entire mixture needs to be boiled till this layer of water goes away and the time for this to happen
can be anywhere around 2-3 hours. We do not need to keep standing for 2-3 hours while its boiling
and can get back to other chores but at some regular intervals, we need to keep stirring and
checking the mixture. Leave the big spoon in the mixture itself while its boiling on slow flame so
that the mixture has less chances of rising and spilling out of the vessel.

After the water layer has gone off completely and all we are left with is the oil with the mixture in it,
switch off the flame and allow the oil mixture to cool down completely. Needless to say, no need to

cover the vessel with a lid.

Now take another big vessel and a big muslin cloth or an old cotton/malmal dupatta. The dupatta
(cloth) acts as a sieve. Pour the oil mixture into the new vessel through the dupatta so that only
filtered oil is collected into the new vessel. After the entire oil is poured out into the other vessel, we
can gently press the dupatta with filtered components so that any oil absorbed by them also seeps
out through the cloth into the vessel.

Now take the dupatta with the filtered components and tie it in the form of a potli to a low railing or a
table-support (depending on whats available in your house) and place a small vessel below it to
collect any remaining oil. I am sharing a reference image below to indicate what I mean. The image
however should not be mistakened for the colour of oil or anything as it is only a reference image of
how oil needs to be seeped off from the components in the dupatta. Give it a day to collect any
amount of oil possibly seeping out of it. We can also gently press it whenever we want to enable the
oil to seep out. Add the oil collected in the small vessel to the rest of the oil in the big vessel.

Now add camphor and almond oil to the oil in the big vessel and mix it using a spoon. The homemade oil rich with multiple benefits for your hair is now ready. It will be deep, dark green in colour
and can appear close to blackish green in a bottle. It can be safely stocked for a year or more. Fill it
up in container(/s).

Though the process may seem elaborate or tough, it isnt that tough for those who are comfortable with
basic cooking and there are very few chances for someone to go wrong as all ingredients are required to
be added in approximate quantities. It may be a little time-consuming but apart from the first boiling step,
it doesnt require constant attention and so is easy to follow. Nevertheless, it is oil, so though the process
isnt super-scary, I request all to be cautious while it boils mainly for not allowing it to spill out of the vessel
when it is boiling.
For those, who live in Mumbai, all the green leaves, amlas and flowers can be easily available from Dadar
market. For other cities, I request and invite inputs for suggesting the places from your pretty-selves.
In case, you need inputs from my end in terms of alternate quantity or anything else, surely let me know
and Ill consult my mom and respond.
So, pretty women, try it out and bless yourself with beautiful, healthy hair.
Njoy.
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Comments

1.

preeti says:

November 5, 2012 at 5:40 pm

Hey I am from mumbai..can you tell me where can i get this oil masala powder in mumbai.It would be
great if you can tell the brand name as well.

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2.

Naveena says:

November 18, 2012 at 11:44 pm

Hi,
I am 20yrs old and m suffering from a lot of dandruff and hair fall and my hair are also greying, will this oil
help me get back the thickness i used to have and at the same time stop greying my hair? Also can u tell
me how many times a week should i apply this oil on my scalp?

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Istar says:

March 13, 2013 at 11:02 pm

Are you shampooing enough & are you following a good diet? You are too young to be having hair fall &
greying hair. Am wondering if a doctor should be consulted.

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3.

Sweta shah says:

December 19, 2012 at 7:29 am

Hi, I have mixed all the ingredients and kept it since Monday.But Ive made the mistake of adding
camphor and almond oil to it before boiling is it ok if I boil it after adding both

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synthia says:

May 31, 2014 at 12:00 am

Hi,
I would like to know if you have prepared this oil.
Did you find any sideffects?
Can you tell me the effect on your hair with this oil?

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4.

lalitha says:

December 19, 2012 at 10:53 pm

hey hi.. m in Chennai.. wer can I get the herbs mam ??? what is the oil masala packet?? where can I get
tat??
pls temme

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5.

samina aziz says:

January 19, 2013 at 12:37 pm

hy my name is samina i am from pakistan iam very inspierd abut ur hair ol racip hope so mai use kro tu
mery hair b bht ache lamby ho jy plz tel me its realy benificial for hair growth plz rply me me e.malie

adress plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz very soooooooooooooon i will b very thanks ful for ur

attention

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6.

Beulah says:

February 11, 2013 at 2:14 pm

Hello Friend.
I am very inspired by this hair oil preparation and am gathering the required ingredients.. trying my best
to get all the mentioned ingredients
Will start the preparation today..
Wish me all the very best
Looking forward for more tips thank you once again for sharing this useful and nourishing tip
Cheers,
Beulah

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7.

Satvinder says:

March 5, 2013 at 10:19 pm

Hi! I am interested to make this hair oil, but need to make it in 1/2 or 1 ltr, so please share the correct
proportion for the ingredients for both 1/2 & 1 ltr
Regards,
Satvinder

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Satvinder says:

March 5, 2013 at 10:19 pm

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Satvinder says:

March 5, 2013 at 10:24 pm

revert me soon on my mail id pleaseeeeeee..

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9.

ashvini says:

March 11, 2013 at 5:18 pm

i like u r prepretion.i am from mumbai so pls tell me where can i get all the green & fresh herbs

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10.

rupa says:

March 12, 2013 at 11:02 pm

hi ths roops.iam very impresive for ur oil. Thanks 2 ur mom and u.plz tel me that fresh brame leaves wr
can i get.camphor,bahera,shatavari tel me the telugu names.plzzz..

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11.

Amandeep says:

June 3, 2013 at 6:04 pm

I love U..fr dis receipe

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12.

Amandeep says:

June 3, 2013 at 6:05 pm

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13.

Rina says:

July 23, 2013 at 11:19 pm

Hi
Thank u so much for the recipe and wondering if you could tell me tha name of pack and wether it can be
found on any online company or Ayurvedic shop.

Regards
Rina

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14.

indu says:

August 2, 2013 at 12:54 am

Hellow every one .dis is an awesum forum. Im going to try this oil but where can i get oil masala
packet in Hyderabad pls update me ASAPthank you

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