Scalp Massage

An aromatherapy scalp massage can be more than just relaxing. A scalp massage can be therapeutic, helping to release stress and tension, improving sleep, and stimulating and improving hair growth and quality. Aromatherapy is used as a healing process, with the application of essential oils. A scalp massage is quite simple and can be administered by almost anyone, for anyone, including your self. You can even simplify the task by using a scalp massager or scalp massage brush.

A scalp massage is one of the most relaxing and invigorating massages. A scalp massage offers a wide variety of benefits.

• A scalp massage is recommended in ayurveda for the maintenance of healthy lustrous hair. The best way to nourish your hair and scalp is in fact through a   scalp massage. This helps replenish dry and damaged hair.
• A scalp massage doesn’t just benefit your hair, but also de-stresses your mind and relaxes the nervous system. Mental stress also has physical   manifestations and a scalp massage helps release this stress.
• It is extremely beneficial for sleep disorders like insomnia or wakefulness, as it promotes a restful sleep.

Essential oils are an inseparable ingredient of any aromatherapy practice. Keep in mind however, that it is absolutely necessary for you to dilute any essential oil before application. You can add a few drops of the essential oil to a carrier oil, to prepare a scalp massage oil, or get a pre- made and ready to use scalp massage oil. Making your own massage oil is quite simple, but it’s important that you chose the right oil. Sesame and almond oil, are both great for a scalp massage. If you have straight hair, coconut oil is particularly beneficial. Whatever the oil you choose, add a drop or two of an essential oil.

Scalp massage techniques and tips:

• Make it a point to brush your hair before a scalp massage, to get rid of any flaky parts. To prevent breakage, if your hair is long, start from the ends.
• To begin a scalp massage, apply the scalp massage oil to your finger tips and star by gently massaging the temples, to gradually move the fingers over the  rest of the scalp.
• Be extremely gentle and use circular motions.
• Combining a neck and shoulder massage would be even better, and enhance the experience.

If you’re too rough while massaging you will just end up causing more damage, with knotting and hair breakage being the most common effects of a bad scalp massage. If you’re not confident enough or prefer not to use your hands you can opt for the wide variety of scalp massager, widely available today.