What is sidr oil?

Sidr oil is an infusion of sidr leaves from the Ziziphus tree in a carrier oil. The oil carries the leaves’ gentle notes. People use it for hair, skin, and calm evening routines.

In the Sunnah, sidr leaves appear in guidance for washing the deceased. Scholars also mention them in ruqyah practice. Oil is a modern form for topical care.

Benefits

• Hair and scalp comfort. Helps dryness and itch when used before wash.
• Softness and slip. Ends feel smoother with small amounts.
• Beard grooming. Tames frizz and adds a low sheen.
• Skin support. Light finishing oil on damp skin to lock moisture.
• Ruqyah routine. Anointing can aid focus during recitation. The cure is from Allah.

How to choose a good bottle

• Ingredients. Look for sidr leaf infused oil with one carrier like olive, sweet almond, or argan.
• Colour and scent. Light green to golden, herbal, not sharp.
• Packaging. Amber glass, dropper or pump, batch date visible.
• Avoid heavy perfume, mineral oil, and unclear blends.

Make your own sidr oil

Slow infusion, room temperature

• You need. Dried sidr leaves 20 g, carrier oil 200 ml, a clean 300 ml jar.
• Steps. Crumble leaves, add to jar, pour in oil, stir to release air, close, store in a dark cupboard for 14 days, shake daily, strain through a fine sieve, then a coffee filter, bottle and label.

Warm infusion, gentle heat

• You need. Dried sidr leaves 20 g, carrier oil 200 ml, heatproof jar, saucepan.
• Steps. Jar with leaves and oil, lid loose. Stand jar in a saucepan with water halfway up the jar. Hold water at 50 to 60 °C for 2 hours. Do not boil. Cool, strain, bottle.

Shelf life. Six months in a cool dark place. Add vitamin E 0.5 ml per 100 ml to slow oxidation.

Everyday uses

Pre wash scalp treatment

• Amount. 5 to 10 ml.
• How. Part hair, dot oil on scalp, massage for 3 to 5 minutes.
• Wait. 30 to 60 minutes, then shampoo once. Conditioner if needed.

Hair lengths and ends

• Amount. 3 to 6 drops on wet palms.
• How. Press through mid lengths to ends on damp hair.
• Tip. Fine hair needs less. Thick curls need more.

Beard care

• Amount. 3 to 5 drops, about 0.15 ml.
• How. Warm in hands. Work downwards, then across the cheeks. Comb.

Face and body

• Amount. 2 to 4 drops for the face, about 1 ml for forearms or shins.
• How. Use on damp skin after washing. Press, do not rub hard.
• Mix idea. One drop sidr with two drops argan for a lighter feel.

Sunnah based and ruqyah style uses

• Prepare oil. 100 ml sidr oil in a clean bottle.
• Recite over the oil. Al Fatiha. Ayat al Kursi. The last two verses of Al Baqarah. Al Ikhlas. Al Falaq. An Nas. Blow lightly into the bottle.
• How to apply. A thin film on the chest, behind the ears, and on the temples before sleep.
• Reminder. Ruqyah is a means. Protection and cure are from Allah.

Sidr leaves are mentioned in the Sunnah for washing the deceased. Oil today serves personal care and focus while reciting.

Who should go slow

• Pregnancy or nursing. Small amounts on skin only.
• Allergies. Patch test. One drop in 1 ml of your usual moisturiser on the inner forearm. Wait 24 hours.
• Active scalp issues. Pain, bleeding, or infection need a clinician first.
• Eyes and lips. Keep oil away from the eye area. Do not ingest.

Quick routines

Dry scalp week

• Day 1 and 4. Pre wash scalp oil 8 ml. Wait 45 minutes. Wash.
• After each wash. Ends only, 3 drops.

Beard refresh

• Morning. 4 drops on a damp beard.
• Night. 2 drops. Comb with a wooden comb.

Night calm

• After Isha. Recite. Thin film on chest and temples, about 0.5 ml. Sit with adhkar for 3 minutes.

Storage and care

• Keep bottles in a cupboard, 15 to 22 °C.
• Wipe the dropper after use.
• Finish opened bottles within 6 months.
• If the scent turns sharp or paint like, discard.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About sidr oil

What is sidr oil?

Sidr oil is an infusion of Ziziphus leaf, also called sidr or lote tree, in a carrier oil. People use it for hair, beard, and skin care, and some use it in ruqyah routines.

How do I use sidr oil for hair and scalp?

Use it as a pre wash. Part your hair, apply 5 to 10 ml on the scalp, massage for 3 to 5 minutes, wait 30 to 60 minutes, then shampoo once. For ends, rub 3 to 6 drops on damp lengths.

Can I put sidr oil on my face?

Yes, as a light finishing layer on damp skin. Start with 2 to 4 drops. Press, do not rub hard. Avoid the eye area.

How do I make sidr oil at home?

Two safe methods.

• Slow infusion. Sidr leaves 20 g plus carrier oil 200 ml in a 300 ml jar. Store in a dark cupboard for 14 days, shake daily, strain.
• Warm infusion. Same ratio in a jar. Hold a water bath at 50 to 60 °C for 2 hours. Cool and strain.

How often should I use sidr oil?

Hair and scalp, one to two times per week. Beard, once or twice daily in small amounts. Face, once daily if your skin accepts oils.

Does sidr oil help with beard care?

Yes. It softens and tames flyaways. Work in 3 to 5 drops on a damp beard, then comb. Add 1 drop extra for very coarse hair.

How do I use sidr oil for ruqyah?

Place 100 ml sidr oil in a clean bottle. Recite Al Fatiha, Ayat al Kursi, the last two of Al Baqarah, Al Ikhlas, Al Falaq, An Nas, then blow lightly into the bottle. Apply a thin film to the chest, temples, and behind the ears before sleep. Ruqyah is a means. Allah is the Healer.

Which carrier oil is best with sidr leaves?

Olive oil for a classic feel. Sweet almond or grapeseed for a lighter finish. Argan for sensitive or combination skin.

Are there side effects or people who should avoid it?

Do a patch test. Mix 1 drop sidr oil in 1 ml of your usual moisturiser. Apply to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours. If you are pregnant or nursing, use small amounts on skin only. For painful or infected scalp issues, see a clinician first. Keep away from eyes. Do not ingest.

How do I store sidr oil and how long does it last?

Keep it in amber glass at 15 to 22 °C, away from light. Wipe the dropper after use. Use within 6 months. Add vitamin E at 0.5 ml per 100 ml to slow oxidation.