- By Bornika Das
- Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:47 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
DIY Amla Oil: Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic hair care for centuries for all the good reasons. They are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. Amla works wonders in nourishing the scalp, strengthening hair roots and preventing premature greying. Although amla-based hair products are easily available in the market, they are often filled with chemicals that can damage hair health. Making DIY amla oil at home ensures purity, potency and zero harmful additives. DIY amla oil is easy and simple to make and with just a few natural ingredients that are present in the kitchen.
As monsoon humidity leads to increased hair fall and scalp issues, incorporating homemade amla oil into your routine can be a game-changer. This DIY amla oil boosts hair growth and provides natural shine and reduces dandruff. Here is how you can make DIY amla oil at home.
DIY Amla Oil Recipe
Ingredients
Take 1 cup of organic amla powder or 5 fresh amlas sliced, and add 1 cup of carrier oil such as coconut, almond, or sesame. Skip the store-bought chemicals and whip up your potent ingredients. Amla, being the powerhouse of vitamin C, boosts hair growth, prevents greying, and adds real shine. Here’s how you can make the amla oil at home in a quick flash.
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Method
Step 1: Get some fresh amlas and sun-dry them for a week. You can also use a dehydrator and grind it into a fine powder.
Step 2: Heat the carrier oil gently in a pan, and keep the burner on low. Don’t let it smoke.
Step 3: Add the amla powder to this carrier oil and further stir it well. Simmer for 20 minutes, and then again stir occasionally.
DIY Amla Oil For Healthy And Long Hair (Image Credits: Canva)
Step 4: Strain the oil using a cheesecloth, and then let the amla oil cool completely. Store it in a dark glass bottle, and keep it in a cool place.
Step 5: You can also add a few drops of rosemary essential oil for extra scalp-soothing goodness.
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How To Use DIY Amla Oil?
Try to use this amla oil within 3 months for maximum potency. You can apply warm amla oil to your scalp and hair and then leave it for 30 minutes. Post that, rinse your strands and repeat this process 3 times a week for healthy and happy strands. However, do not keep it overnight, as the thick consistency can clog your cuticles and will attract more dirt and grime on the scalp, thus creating a barrier for hair growth.