Koyna Hair & Scalp Oil

Where the name comes from

Koyna is named after one of India's most serene rivers - and the farm that sits along its banks, where the plants in this formula were first grown. The Koyna river moves quietly. It does not rush. It nourishes everything along its path without announcing itself. We named this oil for that quality - not the urgency of growth, but the steadiness of restoration. Twenty-five plants chosen for a scalp that needs to slow down, not speed up. A scent built from what grows along the water - basil, florals, ylang ylang drying slowly into something grounding. Calm as a practice. Koyna as the starting point.
CALM · LIFTED

Koyna Hair & Scalp Oil

Hair & Scalp Oil

Twenty-five plants. The scent of calm. Starts at the scalp.

Good For
Scalp · Roots · Lengths · Ends · Colour-treated hair · Chemically-processed hair
Feels Like
Light and silky. Absorbs without weight. Nothing left behind.
Smells Like
Fresh basil, sweet lavender, and a soft floral warmth that stays on the hair for hours.
Certifications
Cruelty-Free · Vegan · Paraben-Free · Silicone-Free · Sulfate-Free
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Koyna Hair and Scalp Oil being massaged gently into the scalp

MADE FOR A CALMER SCALP

The scalp holds stress the same way the body does.

Koyna was built to give it somewhere to release it.

Cortisol does not stop at the shoulders. It arrives at the scalp as tightness, inflammation, and a follicle environment that struggles to support growth. Most hair oils treat what the stress has caused. Koyna addresses the nervous system state underneath it. Brahmi - one of the most studied plants for parasympathetic nervous system support - calms the stress response at the root level. Tulsi works at the stress-scalp connection directly. The scent does the rest before the oil even reaches the follicle: lavender and ylang ylang through the olfactory-limbic pathway, arriving at the limbic system in the time it takes to inhale. Scalp is skin. The skin-brain loop runs through it. Koyna is built for both sides of that conversation.
  • Brahmi for parasympathetic nervous system support - calm at the follicle level, not just the surface
  • Lavender and ylang ylang through the olfactory-limbic pathway - the mood shift arrives before the oil does
  • Liquorice Extract to soothe surface inflammation - the scalp that is calm on the outside can focus on what happens underneath
Find your Calm mood

How To Use

Section

Section

Part dry hair to expose the scalp and make sections. Use 1–2 droppers per section.

Breathe

Breathe

Warm the oil between your palms. Pause. Bring your hands to your face and inhale slowly. Let the scent arrive before you begin.

Massage

Massage

Work into the scalp with gentle circular motions, section by section. Unhurried. This is where the formula does its work.

Wait

Wait

Leave for 20 minutes, then shampoo and condition as normal. Use on dry as a finishing oil to tame frizz.

Pro Tip: After sectioning and before massaging, take one slow breath with your wrists near your face. The lavender and ylang ylang reach the nervous system through the olfactory pathway before you have started the massage. The scalp session is more effective when the nervous system is already settling.

The Experience

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The Scent

THE FORMULA

Everything You Need to Know

Description
Twenty-five plants. One formula. Scalp is skin - and like skin, it holds stress, loses moisture, and responds to what you put on it. Most hair oils stop at the strand. Koyna starts at the scalp, where adaptogenic plant actives including Brahmi and Tulsi work the same way they do on skin - calming the inflammatory response that chronic stress triggers at the follicle, supporting the conditions where restoration is actually possible. The scent does the rest: lavender and ylang ylang through the olfactory-limbic pathway, arriving at the limbic system before the oil has reached the first section. The skin-brain loop runs through the scalp too. Koyna is built for both sides of that conversation. Pre-wash treatment to nourish the root. Finishing oil to smooth the length. Two jobs. One formula that understands where calm starts.
Why You'll Love It
  • Scent-first calm - lavender and ylang ylang reach the nervous system before the oil reaches the scalp
  • Brahmi for parasympathetic nervous system support through topical and olfactory pathways
  • Liquorice Extract to soothe and reduce scalp inflammation - calm at the surface and underneath it
  • Absorbs without grease or residue - suitable for fine, medium, thick, and coarse textures
  • Silicone-free, sulfate-free, paraben-free
  • Suitable for colour-treated and chemically-processed hair
How to Layer

Pre-wash scalp and length treatment (recommended)

  1. Section dry hair to expose the scalp
  2. Apply 1–2 droppers directly to the scalp, section by section
  3. Massage in with gentle circular motions using fingertips
  4. Pause. Inhale the scent before you move to the next section.
  5. Draw remaining oil from roots through to ends
  6. Leave for 20 minutes, then shampoo and condition as normal
  7. For a deeper treatment, apply before bed and wash in the morning

Hair mask booster

  1. Add 3–5 drops of Koyna into your usual hair mask
  2. Mix on your palm before applying
  3. Leave as directed by the mask, then rinse

Finishing oil on semi-dry hair

  1. 1–2 drops between palms
  2. Smooth through mid-lengths and ends only - avoid the scalp
  3. Blow-dry, style, or air-dry as usual

THE FORMULA

What's Inside

Twenty-five plants chosen for what a calm scalp actually needs.

Brahmi
India

Brahmi

One of the most studied plants for parasympathetic nervous system support · Calms the scalp's inflammatory response from the follicle up

Tulsi (Holy Basil)
India

Tulsi (Holy Basil)

An adaptogen that works directly at the stress-scalp connection · Calms the chronic low-level inflammation that quietly disrupts scalp balance

Bhringraj
Chile

Bhringraj

Supports the conditions for scalp restoration after a period of stress or imbalance · Creates the environment where the scalp can return to equilibrium

Amla
India

Amla

Rich in Vitamin C, promotes circulation, which can help speed up the hair growth cycle naturally

Full Ingredient List (INCI)

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Fractionated Coconut Oil), Sesamum indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Ricinus communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Eclipta prostrata (Bhringraj) Extract, Phyllanthus emblica (Amla) Fruit Extract, Bacopa monnieri (Brahmi) Extract, Linum usitatissimum (Flaxseed) Seed Oil, Ocimum sanctum (Holy Basil/Tulsi) Leaf Extract, Essential Oil Blend (Koyna), Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Calendula officinalis (Marigold) Flower Extract, Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Gardenia tahitensis (Monoi) Flower Extract, Argania spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle) Flower Extract, Allium cepa (Onion) Bulb Extract, Murraya koenigii (Curry Leaf) Leaf Extract, Trigonella foenum-graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Extract, Nigella sativa (Black Seed) Seed Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Squalane (Olive-derived), Vitamin C.

RESULTS

Visible results in 6-8 weeks

Based on an independent consumer study of 55 subjects

After using Koyna Hair & Scalp Oil
Before using Koyna Hair & Scalp Oil
Before After

CLINICAL DATA

What Changes

89%

noticed reduced hair frizz when used weekly

95%

found an improvement in scalp health

90%

experienced fuller, stronger hair after weekly use

*Based on an independent consumer study of 55 subjects. Results may vary.

Reviews

What People Are Saying

Koyna Hair & Scalp Oil

Customer Reviews

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Alondra Garcia
Im in love with the oil and how wonderful it

Im in love with the oil and how wonderful it smells💕🤗

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Laurene H.
Tried the Koyna Hair Oil and now I have a new routine

I tried Koyna Hair Oil for the first time, and it was a really lovely experience. The oil itself is lightweight, has a subtle and very pleasant scent, and is easy to apply. I also got compliments on how good my hair looked the next day! I had never used hair oil before, but this one is now part of my new routine. The oil also comes in a beautiful glass bottle and thoughtful packaging which elevates the whole experience. I highly recommend this!

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Grace Kim
Helps with static and dryness.

A game-changer for my winter hair care routine. Helps with static and dryness.

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Amanda Lee
great for both treatment as well as styling

Love how versatile this is - great as both treatment and styling oil. My colored hair looks healthier.

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Leah Foster
Perfect blend of efficacy and luxury

Perfect blend of efficacy and luxury. My hair has never felt better.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Will this make my hair look greasy?
Not if you use it as a pre-wash treatment. Apply before shampooing - the oil absorbs into the scalp and hair, then washes out. What stays is softer hair and a quieter scalp, not oil residue. For daily frizz control, apply one to two drops to dry ends only. No scalp application, no washing needed.
How is Koyna different from Maati?
Same formula. Different scent. Different mood. Maati carries bergamot, cardamom, and patchouli - a warm, grounding profile built for the CONFIDENT mood. Koyna carries basil, lavender, and ylang ylang - a floral, calming profile built for the CALM mood. The twenty-five plant actives are identical. The experience of using them is completely different. If you want hair care that feels energising and purposeful, Maati. If you want it to feel like the most peaceful part of your week, Koyna.
Can I use this on colour-treated hair?
Yes. The formula contains no parabens, sulfates, silicones, or mineral oils. It is gentle enough for colour-treated, chemically-processed, and heat-damaged hair. The plant actives support the hair shaft and scalp without stripping colour or interfering with treatment bonds.
Can I use Koyna on my face or body?
Koyna is formulated for hair and scalp only. For face and body, Amrit Face and Body Oil carries the CALM mood in a formula made specifically for skin. Both products together give you the CALM skin-brain loop experience from scalp to face.
Do I apply it to my scalp or just the lengths?
Both, in that order. Start at the scalp and work down. The scalp is where hair growth happens - nourishing it directly is the point of the formula. The lengths benefit from what is left on your hands after the scalp massage.
How long does one bottle last?
The 30ml starter size lasts 6–8 weeks as a weekly pre-wash treatment. Goes faster if used as a finishing oil between washes too. The 100ml best value size lasts 3–4 months with weekly treatments and regular finishing use.
How often should I use Koyna?
Once or twice a week as a pre-wash scalp treatment. Leave for 20 minutes, then shampoo. For a deeper treatment, leave overnight. As a finishing oil, smooth one to two drops through semi-dry lengths after washing - no frequency limit on this use. The more consistently you use it, the better your lengths hold between washes.
Does the lavender scent actually do anything or is it just nice to smell?
Both. Lavender has some of the most consistent research in aromatherapy science for its effect on the parasympathetic nervous system - the system responsible for rest and recovery. It reaches the limbic system through the olfactory pathway before cognitive processing registers the smell. The calm you feel when you open the bottle is not coincidental. Ylang ylang has documented anxiolytic properties. The scent profile was chosen for what it does, not just how it smells.
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