The Softening

The Softening

AYURVEDIC PRE-SHAMPOO HAIR OIL

$34.95
✓ Ayurvedic herbs ✓ Clinically proven actives

Gina says: "When life gets rough, you soften. And when your scalp's feeling parched, irritated, or just plain tired of coconut oil, you reach for The Softening."

This is your slow ritual. The calm before the glow-up.

A nourishing Ayurvedic hair oil blended with Bhringraj, Amla, Pumpkin Seed and Jatamansi alongside Rootbiotec and Redensyl. Ancient wisdom with a clinical upgrade.

Massage it in. Take your time. Let the softness do its thing.

Pairs with The Reckoning for the full ritual.

Dropper Bottle. 50ml / 1.69 fl.oz | Made in India

Allergen information: Contains Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Dulcis), a tree nut derivative. Not suitable for those with nut allergies. Also contains Limonene and Linalool naturally occurring in Black Pepper and Kalonji Essential Oils. Patch test before use. Avoid contact with eyes.

Key Ingredients

RootBioTec™

Patented active, the first of its kind in a hair oil. Clinically shown to reduce hair shedding and stimulate hair bulb regeneration at the cellular level.

Amla

Ayurvedic cornerstone. Vitamin C-rich, strengthens the cortex, adds shine that looks like genetics.

Jatamansi

One of Ayurveda's most revered herbs. Promotes hair growth, calms scalp inflammation and a natural mood booster. Your wash day just got better.

Sweet Almond

High in oleic acid, penetrates the hair shaft not just coats it. Doesn't solidify in cold temperatures unlike coconut oil.

Marula Oil

Rich in oleic and linoleic acid. Lightweight nourishment, lighter than coconut, more refined than most.

Bhringraj

The Ayurvedic gold standard for hair growth. Used for centuries, included here for good reason.

Saw Palmetto

Naturally inhibits DHT at the scalp level. Keeps follicles active and healthy.

How to Use

Step 1
Step 1

Brush your hair before applying the oil. Once brushed, squeeze the dropper to get a full dropper of oil.

Step 2
Step 2

Make multiple parts and use the dropper to oil these parts one by one. The whole scalp will take about 2-3 droppers. Use another dropper full of oil on the strands for conditioning.

Step 3
Step 3

Massage the scalp for 8-10 minutes to improve circulation. Tie your hair. Do not brush again. Shampoo as usual after an hour. You can keep the oil on longer but we don't recommend sleeping with it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I use The Softening?
1 to 2 times per week on the days you wash your hair. Consistency is everything with Ayurvedic hair care.
How do I use it?
Start by dry brushing your hair to remove any knots before applying. Then apply 2 to 3 pipettes directly to the scalp and 1 to 2 pipettes through the lengths depending on your hair thickness. Massage into the scalp for 5 to 10 minutes and leave on for 2 to 3 hours before washing out. Do not brush your hair once the oil is applied.
How do I massage my scalp properly?
Use your fingertips, not your nails. Start at the base of the skull and work forward in small circular motions. Pay attention to the marma points — Adhipati at the crown, Sthapani between the brows, and Vidhura behind the ears. These are the pressure points Ayurveda has always known stimulate circulation and calm the nervous system. Take your time. This is the ritual.
Will it make my hair greasy?
It is an oil so it does oil things. Apply before washing and shampoo out as normal. Unlike coconut oil it won't solidify or sit heavily on the hair shaft.
How long until I see results?
Most people notice softer, stronger hair within 2 to 4 weeks of consistent use.
What makes this different from other Ayurvedic oils?
RootBioTec, a patented active clinically shown to reduce hair shedding and stimulate hair bulb regeneration at the cellular level. Not commonly found in Ayurvedic oils.
Full ingredient list
Prunus Dulcis (Almond Oil), Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Emblica Officinalis (Amla Oil), Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin Seed Oil), Ocimum Basilicum Hairy Root Culture Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Eclipta Alba (Bhringraj Oil), Nardostachys Jatamansi (Jatamansi Oil), Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula Oil), Serenoa Repens (Saw Palmetto Oil), PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Tocopherol Acetate, Natural Vitamin E, Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper Essential Oil), Nigella Sativa (Kalonji Essential Oil), Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary Essential Oil), Glycerin, Aqua, Sodium Metabisulfite, Larix Europaea Wood Extract, Glycine, Zinc Chloride, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract