I will never forget that sinking feeling - coming home after a day out, hair freshly cut and stepping into a shower. My hand reaching to touch my hair and it feeling... like the texture of Easter Grass? Lifeless, dehydrated noodles? The tail of a neglected horse?

Have I somehow abused my virgin hair today?

Bamboozled, I traced back the past hours and realized that I bought and applied something new from the barber today - a hair wax.

And though it does what it's intended to do very well (wax the hair down), it does so at the sacrifice of long-term hair health.

And even worse; it's a sacrifice you don't have to make. Because it turns out not only can you make a hair wax that nourishes the scalp, it's also super easy. Literally all you need to do is melt the ingredients together and decant!

Which oils do you use for a hair wax?

We, as DIY formulators, have the unique opportunity to customise.

Just like with beard oils, we can choose exactly what ingredients to use based on our own scalp's needs and our personal goals. You can select oils for hair growth, scalp nourishment, definition and so much more.

Oils for Dry and damaged Hair repair:

The below combinations of oils would provide intensive repair for damaged and / or brittle hair.

• Essential Oils: Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood.
• Carrier Oils: Argan, Avocado, Shea Butter

For Hair Growth and Thickness:

The below combinations are intended to increase blood flow to the scalp, strengthen follicles and create an optimal environment for hair growth.

• Essential Oils: Rosemary, Peppermint, Cedarwood
• Carrier Oils: Castor, Pumpkin Seed, Jojoba, Batana

For Oily Hair and Scalp Control:

Blending these oils will clarify the scalp, controlling excess oil production while still providing the necessary moisture.

• Essential Oils: Tea Tree, Lemongrass, Bergamot
• Carrier Oils: Jojoba, Grapeseed, Hemp Seed

For Curls, Definition and Moisture:

Such blends will aid in defining curl patterns and fighting frizz.

• Essential Oils: Geranium, Lavender, Ylang Ylang
• Carrier Oils: Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Shea Butter

For Dandruff and Scalp Issues:

These oils address fungal causes of dandruff, while also soothing inflammation and irritation.

• Essential Oils: Tea Tree, Lemongrass, Peppermint
• Carrier Oils: Neem, Black Cumin Seed, Jojoba

For Fine Hair Volume and Texture

These oils, when blended, are lightweight. This means they will add volume and texture without weighing the hair down.

• Essential Oils: Rosemary, Clary Sage, Peppermint
• Carrier Oils: Apricot Kernel Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Argan

For Sensitive Scalps:

These gentle oil blends help to calm irritation and reduces redness while still providing styling benefits.

• Essential Oils: Roman Chamomile, Lavender, Geranium
• Carrier Oils: Calendula, Evening Primrose, Jojoba