Diet plays a very important part in the overall health of our hair, just like skin. Here are a few additions to your diet as per your hair type that will help you add some glory to your crowning glory.
Normal Hair: Fish, chicken, dals, sprouts.
Dry Hair: Raw vegetables, pulses, brown rice, bananas, nuts, vitamin E capsules.
Oily Hair: Green leafy vegetables, salads, fresh fruits, yogurt.
2. Shampoo: Mild Shampoo
Diet plays a very important part in the overall health of our hair, just like skin. Here are a few additions to your diet as per your hair type that will help you add some glory to your crowning glory.
For dry hair: Choose one that doesn’t further strip your hair of its natural oils.
For oily hair: Choose one that works on limiting the activity of your oily scalp.
Do use a clarifying shampoo every once in a while, or the product buildup will affect the results of your shampoo. Remember, shampoo is meant to clean your scalp and not condition your hair. Over-shampooing dry hair can cause harm in the long run. Use only a drop the size of a coin for one wash—it is more than sufficient.
3. The Best Conditioners: Egg
Eggs work wonders on your hair. The yolk is rich in fat and proteins that act as a moisturizer, while the white helps to remove unwanted oils.
Use whole egg to condition normal hair.
Use egg yolks for dry hair.
Use egg whites for oily hair.
Remember to rinse with lukewarm water only!
4. Cleansing Away the Itchy Scalp: Lemon Juice and Olive Oil
An itchy scalp can be a result of poor diet, stress, or climate. Treat it with a mixture of 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and water.
Massage your scalp with this mixture and allow it to rest for 20 minutes.
Wash off as usual.
The lemon juice helps remove dry flakes of skin, while the olive oil moisturizes the scalp.
5. Damaged Hair: Honey and Olive Oil
The sun’s rays can be really harmful to your hair and can damage it badly. To get rid of this problem, try honey and olive oil.
Massage 1/2 cup honey and 2 tbsp olive oil into clean, damp hair.
Rinse off after 20 minutes.
Olive oil conditions while honey has both antibacterial and conditioning properties.
6. Hair Fall Control: Fenugreek Seeds
Fenugreek is rich in proteins that help strengthen hair follicles and prevent hair fall.
Soak 2 tbsp fenugreek seeds overnight.
Grind into a paste and apply to your scalp.
Leave it for 30 minutes before rinsing with mild shampoo.
7. Natural Shine: Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera is known for its deep conditioning properties that add shine to dull hair.
Apply fresh aloe vera gel to your hair and leave it for 20 minutes.
Rinse with lukewarm water.
8. Frizz Control: Coconut Milk
Coconut milk nourishes and tames frizzy hair.
Apply fresh coconut milk to damp hair.
Leave it for 30 minutes before rinsing.
9. Dandruff Treatment: Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar helps balance the scalp’s pH and controls dandruff.
Mix equal parts water and apple cider vinegar and apply to your scalp.
Leave it for 15 minutes before rinsing with water.
10. Split Ends Repair: Avocado Mask
Avocado is packed with nutrients that repair and prevent split ends.
Mash 1 ripe avocado and mix it with 2 tbsp olive oil.
Apply to hair ends and leave for 30 minutes.
Rinse with mild shampoo.
Final Thoughts
Taking care of your hair doesn’t always mean using expensive products. With these simple homemade beauty tips, you can keep your hair healthy, shiny, and strong using natural ingredients available in your kitchen. Try them out and let your hair shine with natural beauty!
