Long before supermarket shampoos, people in Provence were already rinsing their hair with lavender water. On the Valensole plateau, our family has grown lavender and lavandin since 1932. Here are our 4 simple, natural ways to use lavender for your hair.
Lavender and hair: what it brings
- A fresh, natural scent that stays in your hair, with no synthetic fragrance.
- A feeling of freshness on the scalp.
- A traditional use: lavender takes its name from the Latin lavare, “to wash”. It has been used for bathing since Antiquity.
True lavender or lavandin? Both work. True lavender has a softer scent, lavandin a fresher, stronger one. Learn more: lavandin, all about the plant.
1. The lavandin shampoo bar: the easiest way
It is the simplest way to enjoy lavender every day. Our organic shampoo bar is:
- cold-process made, with organic lavandin essential oil;
- 100% natural, palm-oil free, biodegradable;
- gentle enough for daily use, even on sensitive hair;
- certified Nature & Progrès.
Wet your hair, rub the bar directly on your hair or between your hands, massage, rinse. One 100 g bar replaces several bottles of liquid shampoo: zero plastic.
2. A few drops of essential oil in your shampoo
Already have a mild, neutral shampoo? Give it a lavender scent:
- Dosage: 5 drops of organic lavender essential oil per 100 ml of shampoo.
- Shake the bottle before each use.
- Or simpler: 1 drop in your dollop of shampoo, straight in your hand.
3. Lavender infusion hair rinse
A grandmother’s secret, and the most searched-for tip on the subject. Hair is left lightly scented and shiny.
Lavender infusion recipe for hair
- 1 litre of water
- 2 tablespoons of dried lavender flowers
- Optional: 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar
- Bring the water to the boil, then turn off the heat.
- Add the flowers, cover and leave to infuse for 15 minutes.
- Strain and let cool until lukewarm.
- After shampooing, pour the infusion over your hair. Do not rinse.
It keeps for 2 to 3 days in the fridge.
Express version: spray lavender hydrosol on damp or dry hair. It is the floral water collected during distillation, ready to use.
4. Homemade lavender hair mask
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (coconut, olive or jojoba)
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil
Mix, then apply to the lengths and scalp while massaging. Leave on for 30 minutes, then shampoo.
Even simpler: use our lavender macerate directly, a vegetable oil in which the flowers have been steeped. No measuring, no mixing.
Frequently asked questions
Which lavender is best for hair?
True lavender for a soft scent, lavandin for a fresher one. Either way, choose an organic, 100% pure essential oil.
How often can I use lavender on my hair?
The shampoo bar can be used daily. The infusion with every wash. A mask once a week is enough.
Can lavender be used on children’s hair?
The flower infusion and the hydrosol are the gentlest options. Essential oils are not recommended for young children.
Should I rinse out the lavender infusion?
No. Leave it in after shampooing.
More questions? See our FAQ.
Precautions for use
Never apply undiluted essential oil to the scalp: always dilute it in shampoo or vegetable oil. Avoid contact with the eyes. Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women or young children. Do a patch test in the crook of the elbow before first use.
