The Delhicious Hair Oil: What to expect

Key Takeaways

• The Rich Roots Hair & Scalp Oil is a blend of six cold-pressed, plant-based Ayurvedic oils designed to nourish the scalp, reduce shedding, and promote healthy hair growth.
• The core ingredients are Amla, Bhringraj, Rosemary, Argan, Sesame Seed, and Sweet Almond oil - each chosen for a specific, evidence-backed reason.
• It works best as a pre-wash scalp treatment, left on for 30 minutes or overnight.
• The scalp massage during application is as important as the oil itself - it directly increases blood flow to the follicles.
• It's free from silicones, artificial fragrance, mineral oil, parabens, sulphates, and more.
• Most people notice a calmer scalp and reduced shedding within the first few weeks. New growth is typically visible from around week 12 with consistent use.
• It's suitable for all hair types, sensitive scalps, and colour-treated hair.

There are a lot of hair oils out there making big promises. So, before you commit to another bottle, here's everything you actually need to know about our Rich Roots Hair & Scalp Oil - what's inside it, how to use it properly, and a realistic, honest timeline of what to expect.

The Science Bit

The scalp is the foundation of healthy hair. Everything that grows above the surface is a direct reflection of what's happening at the root - how nourished the follicle is, how well the scalp's blood supply is working, how balanced the environment is. Most conventional hair products focus on the hair shaft (what you can see) and ignore the scalp entirely.

Rich Roots works the other way around. It's a scalp-first formula - designed to nourish and stimulate at the root, reduce inflammation, and create the conditions for healthy hair growth from the inside out. The oils in the formula penetrate the scalp rather than sitting on the surface, delivering active ingredients directly to the follicle.

This is why the massage during application isn't optional. Physically stimulating the scalp with your fingertips increases blood flow to the follicles - delivering the nutrients in the oil more effectively and independently supporting the transition of follicles from the resting phase back into the growth phase.

What's Inside: The Six Oils

Amla (Indian Gooseberry) Known as the 'holy grail' of Ayurvedic haircare, Amla has been used in South Asia for centuries, and modern research is catching up on why. Rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, it strengthens hair follicles, stimulates healthy growth, reduces premature hair loss and greying, fights dandruff and scalp irritation, and adds natural shine and volume to dull, damaged hair. If there's one ingredient that earns its reputation as a good hair oil for hair loss, it's this one.

Bhringraj Known as the 'king of herbs' in Ayurvedic medicine. Bhringraj promotes hair growth, reduces hair fall, soothes scalp inflammation, improves hair texture, and has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties that make it particularly effective for psoriasis-prone and dandruff-prone scalps. It's also been studied for its ability to reduce cortisol levels - directly addressing one of the most common root causes of stress-related shedding.

Rosemary Oil One of the most clinically researched natural ingredients for hair growth. Rosemary contains anti-inflammatory properties and boosts circulation to the scalp - with studies suggesting it supports follicle stimulation comparably to some pharmaceutical treatments. It stimulates growth, strengthens hair, and is rich in antioxidants that protect the scalp from environmental damage.

Argan Oil Intensively nourishing and moisturising, Argan oil is rich in Vitamin E and essential fatty acids. It soothes inflammation and irritation, strengthens hair and reduces breakage, adds shine and softness, and controls frizz and flyaways.

Sesame Seed Oil A nutrient-rich oil packed with vitamins E, B complex, and essential fatty acids. It boosts scalp and hair health, improves hair strength, adds shine and softness, and deeply moisturises. As a traditional Ayurvedic carrier oil, it helps deliver the other active ingredients into the scalp effectively.

Sweet Almond Oil A silky, deeply moisturising oil that calms irritation and soothes dry scalps and dandruff. Rich in Vitamin E, fatty acids, and antioxidants, it softens the hair shaft, improves manageability, and supports overall scalp comfort - particularly for those with sensitive or reactive scalps.

How to Use It

Step 1: Section your hair Part your hair into sections to ensure the oil reaches the scalp directly rather than just coating the surface of the hair.

Step 2: Apply to the scalp Apply 5 to 8 drops (for medium-length hair) directly to the scalp using the dropper. Work section by section.

Step 3: Massage Use the pads of your fingertips - not your nails - to massage the oil into the scalp in slow circular motions. Spend at least two to three minutes doing this across the whole scalp: front hairline, sides, crown, and nape of the neck. This step is as important as the oil itself.

Step 4: Work through the lengths Take any remaining oil through the mid-lengths and ends for added conditioning.

Step 5: Leave it in For a standard treatment, leave for a minimum of 30 minutes. For best results, leave overnight - the longer the contact time, the more the ingredients can do. A loose bun or shower cap keeps it off your pillow.

Step 6: Wash out Shampoo out with our Rich Roots Shampoo as normal. You may need two rounds of shampoo if you've applied generously or left it overnight - that's completely fine.

How often: 1 to 2 times a week depending on your hair's needs and your hair porosity. More frequently for active shedding or a dry, reactive scalp.

What to Expect: A Realistic Results Timeline

Weeks 1-2: Your scalp starts to feel different The first thing most people notice is a calmer, less tight scalp. Dryness eases, itchiness reduces, and the skin feels more balanced. This is the formula doing its initial work - nourishing the scalp environment and reducing inflammation.

Weeks 3-4: Stronger, softer hair Hair starts to feel noticeably different in texture - softer, more resilient, and less prone to breakage when brushing. Shedding begins to reduce. The antioxidants and fatty acids in the formula are conditioning the hair shaft from the root down.

Week 12 onwards: Visible growth and real results With consistent use most people start to see new growth emerging around week 12. Hair looks and feels healthier, thicker, and stronger. For those dealing with hair loss or significant shedding, this is when the results become genuinely visible.

91% of customers report softer, stronger hair. 90% notice a meaningful reduction in shedding. These aren't overnight results - they're the compounding effect of a hair product for growth that works with your hair's biology, consistently, over time.

What Our Customers Say

"I have alopecia areata and struggled with a lot of hair fall. I strictly used only Delhicious products and daily scalp massages to get the results that you can see in the photos. My hair has grown back thicker and healthier than it ever was and my hair fall has reduced massively!" - Meg

"My daughter had alopecia. We used the hair oil once a week and the shampoo and conditioner each time she washed her hair and the hair grew back in 3 months!" - Rosie

"When I was younger, I had a sleepover at an Indian friend's house - her mum oiled my hair and I've been chasing that gorgeous hair look and feel ever since. If you're looking for shinier, stronger, actually healthier hair, this oil is the answer." - Gemma

Is It the Best Hair Oil for Hair Loss?

That depends on what's causing the hair loss - and it's always worth speaking to your GP if you're experiencing significant shedding. But for the most common causes of hair loss and thinning - stress-related shedding, seasonal shedding, hormonal hair fall, a depleted scalp, or hair that's been damaged by heat and chemical treatments - Rich Roots addresses the root cause rather than masking the symptom.

It's suitable for all hair types, sensitive and psoriasis-prone scalps, and colour-treated hair. It's vegan, cruelty-free, and built on ingredients with centuries of traditional use and a growing body of modern research behind them.

For the best results across your whole routine, the Rich Roots Growth Kit pairs the oil with the Shampoo and Conditioner for a complete Ayurvedic haircare ritual.