The rows of essential oils in quaint bottles take us back in time. The royals’ skin thrived with these oils. Even today, essential oils evoke in us a sense of romanticism as compared to the mass-produced store-bought beauty products. With more awareness growing about the harmful chemicals in the beauty industry, there is increasing interest and movement towards organic products and essential oils.

Some of the points that you need to keep in mind while choosing essential oils are:

• Check for authenticity. Ensure they are organic and do not contain additives. Not all organic products are certified, particularly if their supply chain has a limited reach. Moreover, always check all reviews before buying any product.
• Check how the oil was processed, distilled, and bottled, and if solvents are added, check if the oil is refined.
• Check specific capabilities – either growth or healing.
• Check for allergies – if the products can cause allergies to you, your family, and pets. You must check which oils are safe and toxic for your pet.
• Check the ingredients and understand if it is truly an essential oil or just a scented oil.

Based on these points, here are some top essential oils based on popularity, authenticity, effectiveness, and prices in 2020.

• Alikay Naturals
  This product is made of 17 essential oils that work both to treat the scalp and help with thick hair growth. The bottle comes with an applicator so that you can apply the oil directly onto the scalp. You can also warm the oil before using it. You can use it daily or more than twice or thrice a week. The cost for this product is about $17.50
• Maple Holistics Pure Rosemary Oil
  This product assures 100% pure rosemary unrefined concentrate. It can tame frizzy hair and boost hair growth and regrowth. It also is effective to beat dandruff. The company also promises a money-back guarantee if you do not see any significant improvement. Always use the product with a carrier oil. A 30 ml bottle costs about $10 and it works well for beards too.
• Gya Labs Peppermint Essential Oil
  This peppermint oil helps to smoothen and nourish hair growth. It also helps to reduce tension and provides luster and shine. It is available in 10 ml packs and works well with jojoba oil as a carrier. It cost about $6.79; however, they have not yet been certified due to the reach of their supply chain.
• Cliganic 100% Pure Lavender Oil
  This is approved by USDA and is 100% organic. It does not contain any additives, chemicals, alcohol, or fragrance. This can be used for many purposes and works beautifully for hair growth. The bottle comes with a dropper and the oil should always be used with a carrier oil. A 10 ml bottle would cost about $9.99
• Hair Thickness Maximizer Oil
  This is a blend of essential oils, a combination of argan, tea tree, peppermint, and lemongrass oils, mixed with jojoba oil. Since it is pre-mixed, you can directly apply it to your scalp. It is effective for hair growth and the combination of oils helps to treat scalp diseases.

These oils can be used by men and women. However, if you have allergies, are prone to inflammatory conditions, or are pregnant, check with your doctor before using them.