DIY Hair Oil Serum

BY Ing. Žaneta Milošová (Havírová)

Shine, softness, and care for dry ends and your scalp.

Why add it to your routine?

Hair oil serum is a simple solution for dry, damaged, or frizzy hair. It helps smooth the ends, add shine to your hair, and reduce dryness. You only need a very small amount.

You can use it in two ways:

  • on the ends without rinsing
  • on the roots as an oil treatment before washing

It’s not a miracle product for hair growth, but it can support scalp care, add softness to your hair, and improve its appearance.

🧪 Ingredients for 10 ml

Lighter version for finer hair

  • 4 ml jojoba oil
  • 4 ml grape seed oil
  • 2 ml apricot oil
  • 1 drop of vitamin E, if you have it

More nourishing version for drier and thicker hair

  • 4 ml apricot oil
  • 3 ml jojoba oil
  • 3 ml grape seed oil
  • 1 to 2 drops of vitamin E, if available

💡 Optional

  • 1 drop of essential oil, such as lavender or rosemary. Avoid using it if you have sensitive skin, are a child, pregnant, or have allergies.

Source: Šárka Chladová

Effects of individual ingredients

Jojoba oil

A light oil suitable for hair care. It helps smooth the ends and doesn’t weigh hair down as much as heavier oils.

Grape seed oil

A very light oil that spreads easily. It’s also suitable for finer hair and adds shine.

Apricot oil

Softens, nourishes, and is gentle on dry or damaged ends.

Vitamin E

Helps protect the oils from going rancid and prolongs their freshness.

✨ How to make it?

Prepare a clean 10-ml bottle, ideally one with a dropper.

Measure out all the oils into the bottle one by one. Add vitamin E and, if desired, 1 drop of essential oil. Close the bottle and shake gently.

Done. The serum does not need a preservative because it contains no water.

🔧 Usage

1. On the ends without rinsing 

Place 1 drop in your palms, rub it in, and gently work it into the ends or lengths of your hair. For thicker or very dry hair, you can use 2 to 3 drops.

Do not apply to the roots to prevent the hair from looking greasy.

2. On the roots before washing 

You can also use the serum as an oil treatment for the scalp. Apply a small amount to the roots, massage in gently, and leave on for 20 to 40 minutes.

Then wash your hair thoroughly with shampoo. For fine hair, you may need to wash it twice.

📦 Storage and Shelf Life

Store in a dark place, away from direct sunlight and high temperatures. Ideally in a cooler location.

Shelf life is approximately 3 to 6 months, depending on the freshness of the oils used. If the serum changes its scent or colour, or begins to smell off, do not use it anymore.

GG tip: When it comes to hair oil, less is more. Start with one drop. You can always add more.

Author

  • Ing. Žaneta Milošová (Havírová)

    She is leading the GreenScan company, which promotes the freedom of choice and the right to information for every consumer. She graduated from Environmental sciences at VSB-TUO and has always been trying to find balance between nature and the modern world. She is dedicated to the popularization of science, educating and raising awareness about the harmful substances around us. She also organizes seminars, webinars, workshops and consulting for individuals, companies and organizations.

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