Isn’t it true that we all wish for gorgeous, healthy tresses? Sadly, some of us are born with dry, dull, and frizzy hair. However, even if you have naturally healthy hair, it may turn dry, frizzy, and rough because of regular heat styling equipment, harsh chemicals, and pollution.
When struggling with dryness, rummaging around your kitchen for some inexpensive and natural hair care remedies is an excellent place to begin. Using home remedies can save time and money and give you excellent results
Homemade Dry Hair Treatments
Homemade Hot Oil Treatment
You Will Need
- 2 tbsp Almond Oil
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
Method
- Mix all the oils in a medium-sized pot and warm it. (You can personalize this mix by adding or substituting oils.)
- Don’t overheat as it will end up damaging your scalp. Make sure it’s lukewarm, not hot.
- Massage hair with this oil mixture and wrap it up in a towel.
- Unwrap after 30 minutes and wash with a mild shampoo.
Egg Yolk And Water Mix
You Will Need
- 2 egg yolks
Method
- Take two eggs and separate the yolk from the whites.
- Add three tablespoons of water and beat until the mixture is slightly fluffy.
- Apply all over your hair and wait for 30 minutes before washing.
- Use cool water to wash your hair. This keeps the egg from “cooking” and controls the smell.
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Egg, Honey, And Yogurt Hair Mask
You Will Need
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Yogurt
Method
- Beat two raw eggs in a medium-sized bowl.
- Add one tablespoon of honey and two tablespoons of yogurt. Mix until you get a smooth, creamy paste.
- Apply this mixture to your hair and leave it on for at least 20 minutes.
- Wash with cool water.
Rice Milk And Honey Hair Wash
You Will Need
- 1 cup Rice Milk
- 2 tsp Honey
Method
- Take a cup of rice milk and add two teaspoons of honey.
- In a bowl, mix the ingredients until it is consistent.
- Spread the mixture over your hair and allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse off
This is an excellent way to get lustrous hair in minutes. You will also love the smell of your hair once
it’s dry.
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Avocado And Banana Hair Mask
You Will Need
- 1 ripe Banana
- 1 ripe Avocado
Method
- Mash the banana and avocado together until the mixture is free of lumps.
- Apply the mixture to your hair and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Wash off with cool/lukewarm water.
Mayonnaise Pack
You Will Need
- 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise
Method
- Whip the mayonnaise well until it is slightly fluffy.
- Wet your hair and apply it along the length of your hair, concentrating more on the damaged parts of your hair.
- Cover up your hair with a shower cap and keep it for 30 minutes.
- Rinse with cold water and shampoo as usual.
Vinegar Wash
The acidic nature of vinegar helps balance out the pH of the scalp, normalizing oil production. This is good for combination hair when used with a conditioning hair pack. It may also help promote hair growth.
You Will Need
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
Method
- Use a conditioning hair pack and then rinse the pack out of your hair.
- In a bowl, dilute your shampoo and vinegar and use this to wash your hair.
- Let your hair air dry.
- This remedy helps tackle the oiliness at the roots of your hair while adding shine to the freshly conditioned hair shafts.
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Honey Hair Mask
Honey is a humectant, which means that it binds moisture to your hair shaft, keeping it conditioned.
You Will Need
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Carrier Oil (Coconut, olive, jojoba, etc…)
Method
- In a bowl, combine the ingredients to get a consistent mixture.
- Apply this to your hair, starting from the roots and working your way down to the tips. Concentrate on the tips of your hair as they are the driest parts.
- Leave it in for 20 minutes and then rinse it out with shampoo.
- Alternatively, you can dilute a teaspoon of honey with two cups of water and use it as a hair rinse.
Aloe Vera Mask
Aloe vera is one of the best ingredients you could use for repairing damaged hair and dryness. It also boosts scalp health and encourages healthy hair growth.
You Will Need
- 3 tbsp Yogurt
- 4 tbsp Aloe Vera
- 2 tbsp Carrier Oil
Method
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients until you get a consistent mixture.
- Section your hair and start applying the hair pack from the roots of your hair to the tips.
- Leave the pack in for half an hour and then rinse it out with lukewarm water and shampoo.
- This pack works well for dry as well as combination hair types. It leaves your hair feeling soft, luscious, and healthy.
Baking Soda Pack
Baking soda can help remove impurities and excess product build-up in your hair. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the antifungal properties of baking soda may help reduce dandruff issues.
You Will Need
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 cup Water
Method
- Combine the ingredients in a bowl and set it aside.
- Wash your hair and condition it.
- Pour the diluted baking soda through your hair as a final rinse.
Alternative Methods
- Add the baking soda to your shampoo.
- Make a thick, smooth paste with baking soda and water and comb it through your hair, followed by a thorough rinse and wash.
- Another way to use baking soda to treat dry hair is to substitute the water with an egg. Simply beat some baking soda into an egg and apply the mixture to your hair. Leave it in for 15 minutes and then wash it out with mild shampoo.
Use baking soda once every month to clarify your hair. This remedy works especially well for people with combination hair. Baking soda can dry out hair if used too often. Use it only as instructed above.
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Essential Oils
You Will Need
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
- 2 tbsp Almond Oil
- 1 tsp Castor Oil
- 4-5 drops of Lavender/Rosemary Essential Oil
Method
- Combine all the oils in a bowl and heat for a few seconds until the blend is slightly warm.
- Massage the oil blend into your scalp and work it through your hair.
- Focus on the tips of your hair as these are the most damaged parts.
- Leave the oil in for at least 30 minutes. You can also leave it in overnight.
- Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
These hot oil massages replenish the moisture in your hair and also improve the circulation of blood to the scalp. The castor oil in the mix helps with hair growth.
Avocado And Coconut Pack
You Will Need
- 1 ripe Avocado
- 1/2 cup Coconut Milk
Method
- Mash the avocado until it is completely free of lumps.
- To the mashed avocado, add half a cup of coconut milk. Mix until you get a smooth paste.
- Apply this pack to your hair, starting from the roots and working your way down to the tips.
- Leave it in for 45 minutes to an hour and then rinse it out with cool/lukewarm water and a mild shampoo.
- This is one of the most conditioning hair packs you can use to repair dry and damaged hair.
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Banana Pack
You Will Need
- 1 Ripe Banana
Method
- Mash a ripe banana until it is completely free of lumps.
- Apply the mashed banana to your hair and leave it in for 45 minutes to an hour.
- Wash it off with cool/lukewarm water and mild shampoo.
- This pack can repair dry and damaged hair. The restored elasticity from regular use means reduced breakage and damage.
Egg Yolk, Olive Oil, And Vitamin E Mask
You Will Need
- 3 Egg Yolks
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 drops of Vitamin E Oil
Method
- Whisk the egg yolks until they are slightly fluffy and then add the oils to it.
- Wash your hair and squeeze out the excess water.
- Start applying the egg mixture to your hair from the roots to the tips.
- Leave the mixture in for 10 minutes and then wash it off with cool water.
- You will have to use this treatment for dry hair at least once a week to get the desired results. Add lemon juice to this mixture for dealing with issues such as dandruff or an aggravated scalp.
Olive Oil Massage
You Will Need
- 4 tbsp Olive Oil
Method
- Take 2 tablespoons of olive oil and start to gently massage it into your scalp.
- Next, work the oil into your hair and focus on the tips.
- Leave the oil in for at least 30 minutes and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.
- You can also massage the olive oil into your scalp and leave it in overnight to get maximum results in terms of conditioned hair.
Lemon Juice Massage
Lemon’s acidic nature makes it perfect for balancing out the pH of your scalp and cleansing your hair
You Will Need
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 cups Water
Method
- Combine the ingredients in a jug and set it aside.
- Shampoo and condition your hair and then proceed to use the diluted lemon juice as a final rinse.
- Let your hair air dry.
- This lemon juice rinse will calm frizz and flyaways while adding shine to your hair.