Sacred Roots | Pumpkin Seed + Rosemary DHT Defense Growth Oil
Ancient Roots. Modern Science. Your Follicles Will Thank You.
Meet the evolution of Sacred Roots. We took everything you loved about our original Ayurvedic growth oil — the Black Cardamom, Holy Basil, Jamaican Black Castor Oil, and Rosemary — and added one of the most clinically studied natural hair growth ingredients available: Pumpkin Seed Oil.
Rich in beta-sitosterol and phytosterols, Pumpkin Seed Oil works at the hormonal level — naturally supporting healthy DHT balance to help create the ideal environment for hair growth. Paired with Rosemary Extract (studied head-to-head against 2% minoxidil for scalp support), this blend targets hair loss from two directions at once: the hormonal pathway and the circulation pathway.
Handcrafted in small batches in Ponca City, OK. Every drop is intentional.
Hero Botanicals
- Pumpkin Seed Oil — rich in beta-sitosterol and phytosterols; supports healthy DHT balance and a thriving follicle environment
- Black Cardamom Infused Jojoba Oil — warm-infused for 3–4 hours; scalp-stimulating, antimicrobial, antioxidant
- Holy Basil (Tulsi) Infused Sweet Almond Oil — adaptogenic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory; calms the scalp while stimulating growth
- Jamaican Black Castor Oil (JBCO) — the gold standard for hair growth and thickness
- Rosemary Extract — clinically studied to support hair growth and scalp circulation
- Amla Oil — Ayurvedic powerhouse for strengthening strands from root to tip
- Rosehip Oil — Vitamin A + C for scalp cell renewal and repair
- Frankincense + Cedarwood Essential Oils — scalp healing, follicle stimulating, deeply grounding
✨ The Full Sacred Roots Scalp Ritual
Use 2–3x per week for best results. This isn't just an oil application — it's a full cranial and scalp massage ritual designed to maximize circulation, stimulate follicles, and release tension held in the head, neck, and jaw.
Step 1 — Breathe In First (1–2 minutes)
Before you begin, take 3 deep diaphragmatic breaths. Inhale slowly through your nose, feeling your belly expand and harden. Exhale fully through your mouth, letting your stomach soften completely. This activates your parasympathetic nervous system, increases blood flow to the scalp, and prepares your body to receive the ritual. Repeat 3–5 times.
Step 2 — Apply the Oil
Dispense 8–10 drops directly onto the scalp using the dropper. Part your hair in sections to apply directly to the skin — hairline, crown, temples, and nape of neck.
Step 3 — Cranial Scalp Massage (3–5 minutes)
Using your fingertips (not nails), begin with firm circular motions across the entire scalp. Work from the front hairline back toward the crown, then down to the nape. Apply medium-to-firm pressure — you should feel the scalp moving slightly against the skull. This mechanical stimulation increases blood flow to the follicles and helps the oil penetrate deeply.
Step 4 — Pressure Point Activation
Spend 30–60 seconds on each of these key points:
- GB 20 (Wind Pool) — at the base of the skull, in the hollows on either side of the spine. Press firmly with both thumbs and hold for 10 seconds. Releases tension, improves circulation to the scalp and brain.
- GV 20 (Baihui / Crown Point) — at the very top of the head, center of the crown. Press with your middle finger and hold. Stimulates the entire scalp and is used in traditional acupressure for hair growth support.
- ST 8 (Head Corner) — at the temples, just inside the hairline. Use your index and middle fingers to make small firm circles. Relieves tension headaches and stimulates the temporal region of the scalp.
- Nape of Neck — use your thumbs to press along the base of the skull from ear to ear in slow, firm strokes. This releases the suboccipital muscles and dramatically increases blood flow upward into the scalp.
Step 5 — Jaw + Neck Release (optional but powerful)
Gently massage along the jawline and behind the ears with your fingertips. Many people hold chronic tension in the jaw (TMJ area) that restricts circulation to the scalp. Releasing this tension is a game-changer for scalp health.
Step 6 — Leave On + Rest
Leave the oil on for a minimum of 30 minutes. For maximum results, apply before bed and leave on overnight with a silk or satin pillowcase or hair wrap. Wash out in the morning with Bloom Root Ritual Shampoo or Strength & Bloom Botanical Repair Shampoo.
Frequency: 2–3x per week consistently for 8–12 weeks to see meaningful results. Hair growth is a long game — this ritual rewards patience and consistency. 🌱
Full Ingredient List (INCI)
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil, Phyllanthus Emblica (Amla) Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Boswellia Carterii (Frankincense) Essential Oil, Cedrus Atlantica (Cedarwood) Bark Oil, Elettaria Cardamomum (Black Cardamom) Fruit, Ocimum Tenuiflorum (Tulsi/Holy Basil) Leaf
100% natural — no synthetic fragrance, no parabens, no silicones. Small-batch handcrafted in Ponca City, OK.