The ancestral art of hair oiling in the Atlas
The ancestral art of hair oiling in the Atlas
For the Amazigh women of the Atlas, hair oiling was an intimate ritual, blending beauty and transmission. Each mother shared with her daughter the secret of her recipe: a base of argan or nigella oil, enriched with rosemary sprigs and fenugreek seeds, in a dosage unique to each family. From an early age, young girls also learned the gestures of application — slow massages, circular motions, gentle strokes along the lengths — passed down with tenderness and patience. These gestures, bearers of knowledge and affection, gave the hair strength and radiance, making oiling a living heritage naturally passed down through generations.
Step 1: Massage the scalp with rosemary oil
The ritual began at the roots. Women used rosemary-infused oil to massage the scalp in slow, circular motions. This stimulated circulation, awakened the follicles, and helped prevent hair loss.
Step 2: Nourish the lengths with argan oil
Once the scalp was prepared, the lengths were coated with argan oil, known as the liquid gold of the Atlas. This step nourished the fiber, repaired damage, and gave the hair elasticity and shine.
Step 3: Wrap and let the oils infuse
The ritual continued with a wrap of the hair, often with a scarf, to let the oils infuse for hours — sometimes overnight. This deep treatment allowed the hair to fully absorb the nourishing benefits before being rinsed at dawn.
This ancestral art of hair oiling was more than cosmetic. It was a gesture of care, love, and heritage, ensuring the vitality of hair and the continuity of tradition.
Today, Tislit Beauty brings this ritual back to life. With the Roots & Strength Hair Ritual, ancestral oils are scientifically refined to offer a complete care pack that unites scalp vitality, nourishment, and shine.