6 Natural Ways To Treat Damaged Hair At Home

Who doesn’t like beautiful, soft, shiny hair? But cosmetic procedures like dyeing, bleaching, curling, and hair straightening and the chemical and heat treatments these entail can disrupt the complex structure of your hair. So can vigorous brushing and even overexposure to the sun. And let’s face it, damaged, hard-to-manage hair can be quite a nightmare. Let’s take a look at some signs which indicate that you have damaged hair and natural treatments that might be able to help.

# Coconut Oil Massage

A major component of coconut oil is lauric acid which is really good for your hair. One study found that it can penetrate the hair shaft and reduce protein loss from damaged and undamaged hair both as a pre-wash and post-wash treatment. So, massaging some warm coconut oil into your hair can do it a world of good.

# Olive Oil Massage

Olive oil is often called liquid gold and it certainly lives up to that name where your hair is concerned. It’s rich in vitamin E and fatty acids omega 3, 6, and 9 which nourish hair follicles. The oleic acid in it can restore and rejuvenate both your hair and scalp. Massaging some warm olive oil into your hair can not only improve elasticity and shine but also moisturize hair and reduce frizz.

# Avocado Hair Mask

Avocados contain phytosterols, vitamin E, and monounsaturated fatty acids which work really well at conditioning stressed-out hair. Scoop out avocado pulp and mash it so it becomes a creamy paste. Now mix in some unsalted butter and an egg yolk. Apply this mixture to your hair and scalp and leave it on for an hour or two. Rinse off for smooth, shiny hair. You can also apply a mixture of warm avocado and olive oil to condition your hair.

# Egg Protein Wash

You might already know that eggs are a wonderful source of nutrients for your body. It’s not only rich in protein but also vitamins and minerals. And this makes it great for your hair as well. You can combine a couple of egg yolks with some olive oil for a protein-rich treatment. Leave the mixture on for twenty to thirty minutes and rinse off with cold water to strengthen hair. And do remember to condition after this treatment so that you don’t have any problems detangling your hair.

# Banana Hair Mask

Bananas are rich in natural oils, vitamins, and protein. These can enhance strength and shine as well as help protect the natural elasticity of your hair and prevent breakage and split ends. Puree a couple of ripe bananas with a couple of tablespoons of honey and a tablespoon of olive oil to make a conditioning mask. Wet your hair with warm water and apply the mask. Make sure you leave the mask on for at least fifteen minutes. You can cover your hair with a plastic shower cap or warm towel so the mask really soaks in. Rinse off afterward.

# Honey Wash

Honey is a humectant and can help retain moisture. This makes it an excellent conditioner. You can add a teaspoon of honey to a cup of warm water and apply to wet hair. Wash off after ten minutes to experience the amazing conditioning powers of honey. A mixture of honey and coconut oil also works really well as a strengthening shine booster when rinsed off after ten minutes.