Hair Mask with Essential Oils: Black Seed Oil & Honey

This nourishing DIY hair mask blends black seed oil (Nigella sativa), raw honey, and a few carefully chosen essential oils to support scalp comfort, shine, and the look of fuller, softer strands. Below you’ll find a quick table of contents, a precise recipe, and simple tips for best results.

Benefits of Black Seed Oil for Hair

Black seed oil is a rich, emollient carrier oil pressed from Nigella sativa seeds. When used as part of a mask, it:

• Softens & smooths the look of dry, brittle strands.
• Supports scalp comfort during seasonal dryness.
• Adds shine to dull hair and helps reduce the appearance of frizz.

How to Make the Hair Mask

Ingredients (One Treatment)

• 2 Tbsp raw honey
• 1–2 Tbsp black seed oil (adjust for hair length)
• 6–10 drops essential oils (see options below)
• Warm water as needed to thin
• Shower cap or towel

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk honey with black seed oil until glossy and uniform. If needed, thin with a teaspoon of warm water at a time.
2. Stir in your chosen essential oils (see below for blends and dilution guidance).
3. Apply to damp hair, focusing on mid-lengths and ends. Comb through to distribute. For scalp comfort, gently massage into the scalp.
4. Cover with a shower cap or towel and leave on for 20–40 minutes.
5. Rinse thoroughly, then shampoo and condition as usual.

Essential Oil Options

Pick one option or combine up to 2–3 oils (max 10 drops total for this single-use recipe):

Dry Scalp & Comfort

• Lavender – classic, gentle, and versatile.
• Cedarwood (Atlas) – grounding, woody, great in hair blends.

Shine & Smooth

• Geranium – floral, helps hair feel soft and manageable.
• Ylang Ylang – lush floral that pairs beautifully with honey.

Fresh & Invigorating

• Rosemary – classic choice in hair care.
• Peppermint – cooling tingle; use sparingly on sensitive scalps.

General dilution guide: 6–10 total drops of essential oils per single mask batch above (~1–2% dilution for this volume).

Tips for Best Results

• Use once weekly for dry or coarse hair; every other week for fine hair.
• Warm the mixture slightly (bowl over warm water) for extra slip and easier application.
• Rinse well before shampooing to help your cleanser break up the oils.
• Patch test first. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue if irritation occurs.

Shop the Ingredients

• Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa)
• Lavender Essential Oil
• Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil
• Rosemary Essential Oil
• Peppermint Essential Oil
• Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
• Geranium Essential Oil

FAQ

How often should I use a black seed oil hair mask?

Once weekly works well for most hair types. Very fine or easily weighed-down hair may prefer every other week.

Can I leave it on overnight?

We recommend 20–40 minutes. Longer times aren’t usually necessary and can make shampooing more difficult.

Can I use other carriers?

Yes—sweet almond, jojoba, or coconut oil can be substituted for part of the black seed oil if preferred.

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