For a lot of women, hair is a crown. It tells a lot about a person’s style, personality, and their idea of beauty. Crowns are fun to have, but we all know they are not easy to take care of! Women spend hundreds of dollars a month on pricey products that smell good but do nothing for their hair health. What if we told you that the secret to healthy hair was literally in your kitchen cupboard? Yes, Mother Nature gave you beautiful hair and the answers to take care of it right under your nose! Here are seven natural ingredients to help you keep your crown looking like the royalty you are!
Olive Oil
You probably have some of this sitting in your kitchen cabinet right now, don’t you? Well, make sure to use it for your next wash day! Olive oil is good for hair because it is an emollient. Emollients are great because they have the stuff that locks in moisture and keeps your hair looking like it’s never been thirsty in its life. A lot of good shampoos and conditioners have olive oil in them, but you can use it in its natural state too. Drop some on your scalp after a good wash day, and you will not regret it. The next ingredient is not just good for your tea, it can be a part of your hair routine too!
Lemons
The Beyonce of citrus fruits has a lot more uses than you think! This versatile girl is good for your skin, your hair, and your gut, making it the perfect ingredient to keep in your kitchen cupboard and your bathroom cabinet. If your scalp is drier than the Sahara, use lemon juice to treat dandruff issues and scalp dryness. She has some growth power in her too, so your hair will be giving inches in no time! The next time you realize you have run out of shampoo, you can use lemon juice to get the gunk out (just make sure to use a nice-smelling conditioner or hairspray after because you do not want to spend the day smelling like lemon!)
Coconut Oil
The original hair girls no the power of this ingredient very well. If your hair is always dry and flaky, coconut oil is what you need to give it some nourishment and life. If you are fighting split ends and breakage, too, this is the hero for you! The protein content in coconut oil works wonders for hair repair. This oil also doubles as a heat protectant if you are the type of hair girl who likes to straighten out your coils. Right after you’ve shampooed your hair, take some coconut oil and rub it in to lock in the moisture from your wash. The next ingredient is good to eat and good for your hair too!
Avocado
Good on toast and great in your hair! The masks that can be made with this fruit are going to have your hair thanking you for the TLC! Avocado is so rich in nutrients, it’s literally food for your hair! It will keep your hair moisturized, and the fat within it will leave you with thick, healthy hair. The best way to use it is as a mask, so you can leave it in and really allow the fats and vitamins to be soaked in. How many avocados have you let rot in your fruit basket before you threw them out? Here is something you can do with them!
Honey
The mental picture of sticky honey in your hair could make you second-guess this ingredient, but hear us out! Honey has a lot of the stuff that your hair needs, like protein, vitamins, and minerals. The best part about honey is the way that it feels on your scalp. The soothing feeling is good for people who struggle with hair issues like dermatitis and scalp eczema. It is messy to use but focus on all the benefits it will give your hair. As a trial run, use it as a hair mask which you can easily wash out before you add shampoo and conditioner. When you trust its magic more, you can use it as a conditioner to really let it work miracles for your hair. If you are willing to skip on some breakfast, you can use this next ingredient for your hair!
Oatmeal
This breakfast cereal is going to help you with more than just giving you energy for the day. This cheap and filling food is about to give your hair everything it needs to truly shine. Take some of it and grind it down to a powder so you can use it as a calming scalp rub. Plus, if you are struggling with smelly and oily hair, this scalp rub will be your saving grace! Oatmeal also helps with moisturizing your hair and creating a protective barrier for hair growth.
Apple Cider Vinegar
This ingredient is smelly, so hold your breath and get on with it! Its anti-inflammatory properties are really good for people who struggle with dry scalps and skin conditions like scalp eczema. It also works as a powerful cleanser (it’s anti-bacterial too!) that completely removes product build-up and protects the health of your scalp. After a good apple cider vinegar treatment, a lot of girls have testified to how good their hair has felt. Do not be afraid to give it a try!