Hair can make or break our looks. Healthy, shiny and beautiful hair enhances our appearance and boosts our confidence and helps tremendously with our self- esteem. Hair is considered a biological, physiological and social marker of stages of our life. Good hair enhances facial features and makes us look more attractive. Society usually associates well-groomed hair with professionalism.
We live in a time where factors like pollution, harsh weather conditions, high level of stress, excess sun exposure, Chemical treatments and unhealthy eating habits are widespread. All of this leads to severely damaged and frizzy hair. Sometimes we do not have the time to go to salons or have money for expensive hair treatments and products. Here are some simple and effective home remedies for hair care with ingredients easily available, time saving and affordable:
HONEY AND COCONUT OIL
Coconut is considered a magical ingredient for hair. Coconut oil deeply moisturizes and nourishes hair and prevents it from breakage. Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids similar to those found in our hair helping to reduce protein loss, which can lead to breakage and split ends. Coconut oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties, which can help, fight scalp infections.
Meanwhile, Honey is a natural humectant, which means it draws moisture from air and binds it to the hair, which helps in hydrating and moisturizing the hair. Honey also has natural anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, which makes the hair shaft strong and promotes healthy hair growth. Mixing these two ingredients will help you achieve healthy and shiny hair.
To make a hair pack, simply take one tablespoon of organic coconut oil and one tablespoon of honey, mix it in a bowl and transfer it into a pot to heat it up until its melted. Apply it from top to bottom to your hair and cover with a shower cap and let it sit for around 20 minutes and then rinse.
ONION JUICE MASK
Onion Juice is extremely beneficial for the hair because it is rich in sulfur, which is said to boost collagen production, strengthen hair follicles, improves blood circulation for the scalp. A healthy scalp is key to healthy and thick hair. Onion juice also contains various nutrients, antioxidants and vitamins that help nourish the scalp and hair.
To prepare an onion juice pack, first we need to extract onion juice by grating, blending or using a juicer and you can mix the onion juice with a tablespoon of honey or even coconut oil for added moisture and shine. Massage this concoction into your scalp and let it sit for about half an hour and then rinse it off. You will have strong and healthy hair.
ALOE VERA MASK
Aloe Vera is a succulent plant known for its clear and thick gel inside its fleshy leaves. Aloe Vera has proven to be a very beneficial plant, being used to treat minor burns, cuts sunburns and many numerous benefits for skin as well as hair. Aloe Vera has a lot of benefits for hair because it is moisturizing, nourishing and can potentially help hair growth. Aloe Vera’s gel like consistency and high water content make it a great moisturizer which helps hydrate the scalp. Aloe Vera also contains various vitamins A, B12, C and E, minerals and amino acids that can help maintain healthy hair follicles and strengthen hair strands.
You can mix Aloe Vera gel with your conditioner for an easy deep conditioning treatment for your hair or apply the gel by itself, massage it into your scalp and leave it on for 30 minutes and then rinse it off with a mild shampoo.
EGG MASK
Egg masks for hair are extremely helpful because eggs whites and yolk contain proteins, Vitamin A and essential nutrients that can nourish the hair and promote hair growth. Eggs can help moisturize and condition dry and damaged hair. The protein in eggs can help in reducing frizz, making hair easier to manage. You can mix egg yolk with banana, yoghurt or olive oil, beat the mixture until its frothy and work it into your hair. Leave the mixture on for about twenty minutes and then rinse it off. You will have extremely gorgeous and strong hair.
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