• What is the difference between Soothe & Essence? We created two oils for your hair oiling and hair growth routines. Our Soothe oil is a thicker oil with essential oils while our Essence oil is a lighter oil without essential oils. Both of our oils contain ingredients that have been backed by research and clinical trials and have been used for centuries to help with supporting hair growth, length retention, hair shine, scalp dryness, and to strengthen damaged hair.
Some of our key research backed and tested ingredients that we use in our hair oils for improving density, supporting growth, minimizing shedding, and supporting overall scalp health are Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed, Rosemary, Black Seed, Tea Tree, Vitamin E, Amla, Fenugreek, Castor and more form our Ayurvedic herbal blend. As well as a key olive derived emollient that works to help with length retention by increasing shine and softness, and protecting your strands against chemical and environmental damage.
• Will I experience "Dread Shed"? When it comes to hair shedding, it is important to understand that shedding hair is NORMAL! On average a person will shed between 50-100 hairs a day and some even more! (According to the American Academy of Dermatology). When introducing things like hair oiling, minoxidil, and scalp serums for the first time, some shedding at the beginning can be alarming, however, it is completely normal! Not everyone may experience shedding at the early stages, but some people may temporarily.
Massaging while oiling or applying serums to your hair will make the weaker, damaged hair shed out faster to increase the strength of your hair and bring in stronger hair follicles! Yay! Some shedding from hair oiling and massaging is normal so do not be alarmed. :) It is normal for someone who is new to adding this to their routine to experience some shedding at the beginning.
Here is a video from a creator we feel has done a great job at breaking down hair shedding. As well as a study showing the benefits of scalp massaging. (These are not a sponsored.)
Video Explanation: Hair Shedding & Growth Phases
Research on Scalp Massaging and Hair Thickness: Research
• When am I likely to see results? Results with hair oiling (like with everything) can vary from person to person. Our key ingredients in our hair growth oils have been researched and shown to have shown great results within 3-6 months of consistent use. Here are some results from clinical research on some of our key ingredients we use in our hair oils:
- Saw Palmetto: A 2023 clinical study involving 80 participants found that a topical saw palmetto formulation increased hair density by approximately 7.6% and reduced hair shedding by 22%
- Pumpkin Seed: A 2014 clinical study found that Pumpkin Seed showed a 40% increase in hair count after 24 weeks
- Black Seed: A small 2017 study reported a 76% reduction in hair shedding. A 2013 clinical study involving 20 women experiencing excessive hair shedding found that 70% of those treated with a black seed oil lotion showed improvement after three months. Researchers also observed improvements in hair density, thickness, and scalp inflammation!
- Rosemary: A 2015 study showed increased hair count after 6 months, with results comparable to 2% minoxidil in that study. A 2025 clinical study found that topical rosemary oil blended with either lavender or castor oil increased hair density by approximately 32%. Researchers also observed improvements in hair thickness and reduced shedding.
*These percentages describe the results of individual studies with these ingredients, not guaranteed outcomes.
