Ayumi Ayurvedic Care for Hair Growth
Hair grows about 1 cm a month, and a cosmetic product can't change that rate. What you can change is how much of that length you keep. Breakage, a dry scalp and too much heat all stop hair reaching the length it could. Our hair growth products use herbs that Ayurveda has relied on for hair for centuries, in a routine that looks after the scalp and protects the lengths. Our Bioactive Growth Hair Oil and Rosemary Hair Growth Oil is a pre-wash treatment, and the Rosemary Hair Growth Oil is a clinically proven rosemary oil for hair growth. Pure cold-pressed castor oil conditions the ends, pure rosemary essential oil adds a boost to scalp massage, and our Growth & Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner are for every wash. Use the guides below to choose a hair growth oil, a hair growth shampoo and a hair growth conditioner.
Ayurvedic Herbs for Hair Growth
| Ingredient | Traditionally Used For | Where You Will Find It |
|---|---|---|
| Rosemary | Used to refresh the scalp, and the focus of growing research into rosemary oil for hair growth. | Rosemary Hair Growth Oil, Pure Rosemary Essential Oil, Bioactive Growth Hair Oil |
| Bhringraj | Known in Ayurveda as Kesharaja, "king of hair". Bhringraj oil has long been used to strengthen roots and nourish the scalp. | Bio Active Growth Hair Oil, Growth & Strengthening Shampoo, Growth & Strengthening Conditioner |
| Amla | Indian gooseberry, naturally rich in vitamin C. Used to nourish hair and add shine. | Bio Active Growth Hair Oil, Rosemary Hair Growth Oil, Growth & Strengthening Shampoo, Growth & Strengthening Conditioner |
| Castor | Rich in ricinoleic acid. Castor oil for hair growth is a classic Ayurvedic oiling step, used to condition dry lengths and help reduce breakage. | Pure Cold-Pressed Castor Oil, Rosemary Hair Growth Oil, Bio-Active Growth Hair Oil |
| Sandalwood | A traditional Ayurvedic ingredient, valued for its warm, woody scent. | Growth & Strengthening Shampoo, Growth & Strengthening Conditioner, Bioactive Growth Hair Oil |
| Gotu Kola & Fenugreek | Traditional additions to Ayurvedic hair blends: gotu kola to soothe the scalp, fenugreek to nourish it. | Bio Active Growth Hair Oil |
Match Your Hair Growth Goal to the Right Product
| Your Hair Growth Goal | Product | Key Ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| A full Ayurvedic pre-wash treatment | Bio Active Growth Hair Oil | 19 Ayurvedic botanicals, including Amla, Bhringraj, Gotu Kola, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Fenugreek, Cinnamon, Elemi, Organic Coconut, Castor and Shea. Lab tested and dermatologically tested. |
| A rosemary oil for hair growth, used before washing | Rosemary Hair Growth Oil | Rosemary, Coconut, Castor, Sweet Almond, Carrot Seed, Amla, Argan. Clinically proven: in a 12-week trial with 94 users, 71% noticed new hair growth. |
| A rosemary boost for scalp massage | Pure Rosemary Essential Oil | 100% pure rosemary essential oil. Always dilute in a carrier oil before use. |
| Conditioning dry lengths and ends | Pure Cold-Pressed Castor Oil | 100% pure castor oil: cold-pressed, hexane-free and BP (British Pharmacopoeia) grade. |
| A hair growth shampoo for every wash | Growth & Strengthening Shampoo | Argan, sandalwood, amla, bhringraj, shikakai, aritha, pumpkin seed, ylang ylang, and lavender. Lab tested for hair growth and reduced hair fall. |
| Protecting lengths from breakage | Growth & Strengthening Conditioner | Argan, Sandalwood, Amla, Bhringraj, Shikakai, Aritha, Pumpkin Seed, Coconut, Babassu, Vitamin E, Ginger. Lab tested for hair growth and reduced hair fall. |
Why Choose Our Ayurvedic Hair Growth Range
- Tested. Of our two hair growth oils, the Rosemary Hair Growth Oil is clinically proven, and the Bio Active Growth Hair Oil is lab tested and dermatologically tested. Our shampoo and conditioner are lab tested for hair growth and reduced hair fall.
- Herbs you can find on the label. Rosemary, bhringraj, amla, castor and sandalwood are key ingredients across the range. The Bio Active Growth Hair Oil alone contains 19 Ayurvedic botanicals.
- Made to be used together. Each hair growth product in the range has its own job. The oils care for the scalp, castor oil conditions the ends, the shampoo cleans and the conditioner protects your lengths.
- Suitable for all hair types. Use the range on straight, wavy, curly or coily hair.
- PETA certified, vegan and cruelty-free. Every product in our hair growth range is PETA certified, vegan and cruelty-free. Our shampoo, conditioner and hair oils are made in the UK, and our castor oil is packed in the UK.
How to Build a Hair Growth Routine
Length builds slowly, so plan on following your hair growth routine for at least 12 weeks.
| Step | How Often | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Pre-wash hair growth oil: Bio Active Growth Hair Oil or Rosemary Hair Growth Oil | 1–2 times a week | Massage into the scalp and comb through to the ends. Leave for at least 30 minutes, or overnight, before washing. |
| 2. Add Pure Rosemary Essential Oil (optional). | Each time you use a pre-wash oil | Mix 2–3 drops into your hair oil before you massage it in. |
| 3. Castor oil on the ends | Once a week, on a pre-wash night | Warm a little between your palms and smooth over mid-lengths and ends to condition dry lengths and help reduce breakage. |
| 4. Wash with the Growth & Strengthening Shampoo. | Twice a week | Our lab tested shampoo for hair growth; it cleans the scalp and helps strengthen hair at the root. |
| 5. Condition with the Growth & Strengthening Conditioner | After every wash | Apply from mid-lengths to ends. Our hair growth conditioner helps reinforce lengths and reduce breakage, so you keep more of the length you grow. |
Scalp Massage for Hair Growth
Scalp massage is one of the oldest steps in Ayurvedic hair care. A few minutes spreads your oil evenly over the scalp and works it in at the roots, and most people find it relaxing. If you want an oil made just for the scalp, see our scalp oil collection.
- Warm the oil. 1–2 tablespoons of Bio Active Growth Hair Oil, Rosemary Hair Growth Oil or Pure Cold Pressed Castor Oil is enough for most hair. Warm it between your palms.
- Add rosemary if you like. Mix 2–3 drops of pure rosemary essential oil into the oil first. Never apply essential oil undiluted, and do a patch test before first use.
- Massage in small circles for 5 to 10 minutes. Use your fingertips, not your nails. Work from the hairline to the crown, then down to the nape.
- Leave it on. Leave the oil for at least 30 minutes, or overnight, then wash it out with the Growth & Strengthening Shampoo. You may need to shampoo twice to remove all the oil.
How to Choose Hair Growth Products
- Testing. Hair growth oils, shampoos and conditioners that have been tested give you evidence to go on. Our Rosemary Hair Growth Oil is clinically proven, and our shampoo, conditioner and Bio Active Growth Hair Oil are lab tested.
- Cold-pressed oils. Cold pressing extracts oil without heat or chemical solvents. Every plant oil we use is cold-pressed, on its own or in a blend. Our castor oil is also hexane-free and BP grade, and we don't use mineral oil.
- Herbs named on the label. Check the ingredients for rosemary, bhringraj and amla, the herbs with the longest history in Ayurvedic hair care.
- A matching routine. Pair an oil for hair growth with a shampoo and conditioner made for the same goal.
- Realistic claims. Hair grows about 1 cm a month whatever you use, so be wary of products that promise faster growth. Look for ones that help you keep more length.
Hair Growth Care for UK Conditions
- Hard water. Much of England has hard water. Mineral build-up leaves lengths stiff and more likely to snap, so use the Growth & Strengthening Conditioner after every wash.
- Central heating. Dry indoor air from October to March makes hair more brittle, and breakage at the ends makes hair seem slow to grow. Over winter, add a weekly treatment with pure cold-pressed castor oil or a rosemary oil for hair growth such as our Rosemary Hair Growth Oil.
- Heat styling. Heat damage is a common reason long hair breaks. Turn straighteners and hairdryers down, and use them less often.
- Regular trims. Trimming split ends every 8 to 12 weeks removes damage before the splits travel further up the hair.
Shop the hair growth products above, or get the full routine in one of our hair care sets. If hair fall or volume is your main concern, see our hair loss products and hair thinning products.
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