What you will learn from this article:
- Hair & Hormones: What’s the Connection?
- A Ritual Rooted in Nourishment, Not Perfection
- Why Castor Oil?
- Meet Yourself at the Root
If you’ve ever noticed your hair feeling different lately — maybe it seems drier, thinner, or not quite as full as it used to be — you’re not alone. Especially if you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or thyroid imbalances like hypothyroidism, your hair may be quietly reflecting the shifts happening inside your body.
Hair changes can feel deeply personal. And while they may show up on the outside, they often start with what’s happening within.
Today, I want to gently guide you through a simple, nourishing ritual that’s been helping me support my hair and my overall sense of calm. It involves one of the most timeless, grounding oils in the natural wellness world: Castor Oil, and the Queen of the Thrones® Beauty Hair Wrap.
Hair & Hormones: What’s the Connection?
If your hair has started to change during midlife, it’s likely not your imagination. Hormonal shifts can influence everything from hair volume to texture to how quickly it grows.
Here are a few common contributors:
- Lower estrogen and progesterone can impact circulation to the scalp, affecting the nourishment available to your hair follicles.1
- Thyroid imbalances, such as hypothyroidism, may slow down hair growth and contribute to hair appearing finer or more sparse.2
- Stress and overwhelm — common in all seasons of life, but especially now — can contribute to changes in your hair’s natural rhythm.3
- Nutrient depletion from years of putting others first can also play a role.
These are real experiences. And while they might feel frustrating, they’re also signals from your body asking for more care, attention, and softness.
A Ritual Rooted in Nourishment, Not Perfection
What if we stopped trying to “fix” our hair and started listening to it instead?
That mindset shift changed everything for me.
Instead of jumping into yet another “miracle” serum or supplement, I began a ritual using Queen of the Thrones® Organic Castor Oil and their Beauty Hair Wrap — a simple practice to support my scalp, my calm, and my self-care.
This ritual isn’t about perfection. It’s about creating a moment of stillness. A chance to get ahead of the changes or start right where you’re at.
Why Castor Oil?
Castor Oil has been used for centuries as part of natural wellness routines. It’s rich in fatty acids, including ricinoleic acid, as well as glycerin and vitamin E that support deep moisture4 and rich nourishment for your skin and scalp.
For so many women, the journey to healthier-looking hair isn’t just about what’s on the surface—it’s about going deeper, to the very root.
Think of your scalp like soil. When it’s dry, depleted, or ignored, the roots beneath can’t flourish. But when you nurture the soil—hydrate it, tend to it with care, and feed it with what it needs—you create the ideal environment for renewal.
That’s what makes applying Castor Oil to the scalp such a powerful practice.
It’s more than just hydration—it’s a ritual that:
- Deeply nourishes from the root up
- Invites relaxation through intentional scalp massage5
- Helps restore softness and shine—naturally
When paired with the Beauty Hair Wrap, this practice becomes even more grounding. It holds in the warmth of the oil, allowing deeper absorption, while wrapping you in a clean, comforting embrace—like tucking your roots into rich, fertile earth.
Because true beauty doesn’t start at the ends. It starts at the source.
The Beauty Hair Wrap Bundle
The Beauty Hair Wrap Bundle by Queen of the Thrones® includes everything you need to begin:
- Organic Castor Oil in a glass bottle (no plastic)
- A soft, easily secured Beauty Hair Wrap that keeps the oil in place
- A dropper for less-mes, precise application
It’s gentle. It’s simple. And it fits into your evening without much effort.
Ready to begin your own hair-supporting ritual? Nourish your scalp, and carve out a few moments just for you with the Beauty Hair Wrap Bundle from Queen of the Thrones®.
Because sometimes the most powerful changes start with the simplest steps.
How I Use It
1-2 times a week, I carve out an hour of my day:
- I part my hair and apply a few drops of Castor Oil directly to my scalp.
- I gently massage it in with my fingertips from root to tips — focusing on breath.
- I wrap my hair in the Beauty Hair Wrap and read, journal, or simply rest.
- One hour later, I wash it out or leave it overnight for deeper nourishment, depending on how my hair feels.
It’s not about instant results. It’s about showing up for yourself.
Over time, I’ve noticed the appearance of less breakage, more softness, and a renewed relationship with my hair.
But more than that, I’ve noticed myself softening too.
Meet Yourself at the Root
This isn’t just about hair. It’s about honoring the transitions our bodies go through, especially in midlife. It’s about creating a small space in your week where you can feel held, nourished, and grounded.
Whether you’re experiencing hormonal shifts, thyroid fluctuations, or just a sense that your hair (and your spirit) need a little extra love — this ritual is here for you.
You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to do it perfectly. You just need to begin.
Because at the end of the day, it all begins at the root.
P.S. I’ll be diving deeper into this topic with my dear friend Dr. Marisol N.D. (inactive), founder of Queen of the Thrones®, in an upcoming video. She has a beautiful way of helping us see self-care as sacred. Stay tuned.
References
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