With all the products out there that have extracts, oils, and other hoopla in them, I thought it would be better to just list popular natural things that you can add to your hair care products for a more happier experience.
Nettle
improves the circulatory system, strengthens the hair, stimulates the scalp, and is an excellent source of silica
Panthenol
adds elasticity in the hair while also thickening the diameter of the individual strand
Safflower oil
has moisturizing properties and is a great source of EFAs
Apple seed & Grape seed extract
both assist in the regeneration of new cells
Cayenne pepper
a stimulant that improves circulation and the oxygen levels of the scalp
Basil
a strong anti-bacterial mint that has soothing properties
Courtesy of The Coarse Hair Diary
Ever since I started my healthy hair care journey, I noticed that there's always new products being made for our hair. This means you spending more money on the possibility that the product might work. Excuse all the italics. Anyway, the point of this post is to tell you that you don't have to buy products all the time, you can make your own hair products at home! It's really simple to do and you'll be happy you did. Now, just so you know, the ingredient lists for both the moisture and protein products are based on the fact that the ingredients are commonly found in said products.
Making a Moisturizer/Moisturizing conditioner
The main purpose of a moisturizer or moisturizing conditioner is to penetrate the layers of the hair to increase its hydration, make the hair more pliable, and to soften it. Moisturizing products usually consist of humectants, emollients, lubricants, and natural oils.
The ingredient list:
glycerin(e)
honey
coconut oil
jojoba oil
aloe vera juice/gel
rose water
vitamin e oil
panthenol
WATER
Making a protein based product
Products that contain protein are used mostly to strengthen the hair. The strength of the protein can vary. You can have a mild protein based product or a heavy protein product. Protein based products penetrate the layers of the hair all the way to the cortex (in some cases) to strengthen the structure of the hair.
The ingredient list:
silk amino acids
amino silk acids
silk protein
hydrolyzed protein
hair keratin
keratin
avocado oil
eggs
mayonnaise
glycine
collagen
fibroin
The very best tip I can give is to TRY TO MAKE YOUR OWN PRODUCTS! Recently, I've been just moisturizing my hair with a mix of just plain old glycerin(e) and water. My hair feels amazing and I'm glad I've been doing it. My next hair mixture will be a mix of glycerin(e), rosewater, and aloe vera juice. So, go to your nearest health food store, and try it for yourself!
Courtesy of The Coarse Hair Diary
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