Hair can become damaged rather quickly even if you think you
are taking proper care of it. Many times people utilize hair care products and
think that they are adding moisture, volume, or protecting their hair from
damaging heat – when this is not always the case. Humidity is damaging, as well
as over moisturizing, curling/blow drying, etc. Here are some great hair care
tips to consider if you would like to keep your locks from becoming damaged and
dull.
Use Apple Cider Vinegar
Did you know that apple cider vinegar is great for hair
care? If you are looking for a bounce like no other, simply adding a mixture of
apple cider vinegar and water (1 to 1 mixture) and rinsing after five minutes
will do the trick – naturally.
Apply Baking Soda
A baking soda treatment is a natural way to remove excess
hair care products and shampoo! Many people tend to use entirely way too much
shampoo on their hair, which is very damaging to the scalp and root system.
Incorporating 3 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with a little water is an
awesome rinse to prevent this from occurring. For the best results – leave the
mixture on for about five minutes before rinsing, you will quickly notice the
difference.
Use Olive Oil
Not only great for your skin, olive oil works wonders on
your hair as well. Never mind the fact that it adds a shine that people would
pay a lot of money for. Mixing a little olive oil with some honey is not only
inexpensive, it adds a conditioning and protective coat to your hair that last
for days! After about a couple hours, shampoo your hair to remove the excess
oil.
Avoiding Hot Water
Of course, no one wants to take a cold shower, but hot water
is drying to the skin and scalp. After shampooing, try to avoid having the hot
water beating on your head for a long time. If at all possible, condition and
then rinse your hair with cool water (as cool as you can take,) it will lock in
the moisture.
Use a Castor Oil Deep Conditioner
For extra conditioning and healthier hair, add 2 teaspoons
of castor oil to one egg white. Massage the oil-egg mixture into wet hair and
scalp. Leave for at least 25 minutes before rinsing.
Eat for Healthy Hair
Drinking purified water and eating a healthy, organic,
plant-based diet helps healthy locks. Avoid processed foods with chemicals and
preservatives that strip body and hair of healthy, natural glow.
Use Essential Oil
Remedies
Avoid harsh chemical sprays. Rosemary essential oil is an
excellent DE-tangled. Rub a few drops into your palms and then through damp,
tangled hair. You can also put a little rosemary oil on your hair brush for De-tangling action.
Apply a Coconut Oil Conditioner
For dry and brittle hair, increase moisture by giving
yourself a coconut hot oil treatment. Massage a small amount of warm coconut
oil (organic and cold-pressed if possible), into scalp and through ends. Cover
and let sit for at least 30 minutes, and then shampoo and rinse as normal. You
may need to wash twice to get out all of the oil.
Apply a Sandalwood Powder Hair Mask
Add 2 teaspoons of organic sandalwood powder to 3
tablespoons lime juice for an excellent cooling summer hair mask. You may also
replace sandalwood with licorice powder, or combine both into a mix.
Don’t Drink Beer-Rinse with It!
Pr-shower; give your hair a rinse with 1/4 cup of flat
organic, high-quality beer. Leave the beer in the hair for 15 minutes, and then
rinse with a natural shampoo as normal.
Keep Hair Clean, Not “Over-Cleaned”
It’s important to have clean hair but over washing can leave
hair brittle and void of natural lubricating oils. Wash hair every other day or
every third day.
Use Natural Sesame Oil Conditioner
For dry hair, rub a small amount of organic sesame or olive
oil on broken and split ends. Cover hair in a plastic bag or a shower cap and
leave for at least 45 minutes, or up to overnight. Shampoo and rinse well.
Make an Herbal Hair Mask
Combine 1 teaspoon of triumphal powder (an Ayurveda herb you
can purchase online), with 1 tablespoon of aloe Vera gel and a small amount of
water until a paste is formed. Wet hair and apply paste to scalp and hair.
Leave on for at least 20 minutes and rinse.
There are many other natural remedies that can change the
look and feel of your hair, and remember – it doesn’t have to cost you a ton of
money!