In addition to looking drab and unhealthy, dry hair can lead to hair loss and dandruff. This is why you need to take care about your hair as soon as possible. Hair becomes dry when the hair shafts do not absorb or retain enough moisture, resulting in a brittle appearance. This can be due to illness or nutritional deficiencies, use of harsh hair products, excessively washing your hair, exposure to chlorinated water, and frequent use of heated styling tools or hair dye.
Whether your hair is long or short, curly or straight, every woman dreams of having a luscious and healthy hair. Unfortunately, some of us are born with hair that is dull, dry, and frizzy by nature. And even if you were born with healthy, lustrous hair, dealing with dryness is really irritating due to the reasons of using heat styling tools, chemical treatments, and pollution.
Taking good care of your hair, eating a healthy diet, using quality hair care products meant for your hair type and using some over the counter conditioners can prevent it from drying out. And there are many simple home remedies that can help treat dry hair and restore its health and shine.
# Following are some of the hair treatment home remedies to get out reach of the dry hairs.
1. Olive Oil
Olive oil is the most popular home remedy for dry hair. The rich vitamin E and antioxidant content present in olive oil help heal damaged hair by sealing the cuticle, or outer layer, with moisture. Olive oil can be used as a hot oil hair treatment to strengthen, add shine and restore moisture to very dry hair.
- Put enough olive oil for the length of your hair in a cup or bowl and slightly warm it in a microwave.
- Apply the warm oil thoroughly over your scalp and hair shafts. Massage your scalp gently for five to 10 minutes.
- Cover your hair with a warm towel and leave the oil on overnight, or at least for 30 minutes.
- Finally, shampoo and condition your hair with products suited to your hair type.
- Do this at least once a week to give your hair much-needed nourishment and care.
Note: You can also use coconut oil, almond oil, castor oil, jojoba oil or corn oil for this hot oil treatment.
2. Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise is an excellent ingredient for treating dry hair at home. It contains lots of protein that will help make your hair soft and shiny.
- Measure out one cup of full-fat mayonnaise. Apply a thick layer of it on slightly damp hair and scalp.
- Massage the mayonnaise into your scalp and then work it through your hair to the ends.
- Cover your hair and head with a plastic cap for about an hour.
- Rinse your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water and then shampoo as usual.
- Repeat weekly to hydrate very dry hair.
3. Sandle wood oil
Mix a few drops of sandalwood oil with a few drops of olive or jojoba oil, rub the mixture between your palms, then smooth it through the ends of your hair for instant sleekness and a way to curb and condition brittle, flyaway hair.
4. Eggs (only white part)
Eggs are also very helpful for dry and damaged hair. A good source of protein and lecithin, eggs help strengthen and repair damaged and lifeless hair by adding moisture, shine, and texture to it.
- Whip an egg white thoroughly along with two tablespoons of lukewarm water. Apply the mixture to your damp hair and scalp and massage with your fingertips in a circular motion for 15 minutes. Then shampoo your hair with cool water. Do this once or twice a week, depending on the condition of your hair.
- Mix together three eggs, two tablespoons of olive oil and one tablespoon of honey. Apply this mixture to damp hair and scalp. Cover your head with a shower cap for about 30 minutes, and then wash your hair with a mild shampoo and cool water. Do this once a week to make your hair soft and silky.
5. Bananas
Bananas are another excellent ingredient for treating extremely dry and damaged hair. The high potassium and moisture content in bananas prevents split ends, and softens and improves the elasticity of your hair.
- Mesh one ripe or overripe banana and spread it thoroughly on your hair, from the roots to the ends. Leave it on for up to an hour and then rinse your hair with lukewarm water. Do this once a week for effective results.
- Alternatively, mix one ripe or overripe banana, one tablespoon of almond oil and two tablespoons of honey. Apply this hair mask on your hair thoroughly. Leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes and then rinse well with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy once week to enjoy smooth and shiny hair.
6. Rinse with tea
Another way to repair damaged hair at home is with a tea rinse. After you have shampooed and conditioned your hair with products that combat dryness, it is time for a tea rinse. Normal or black tea, both work well to add natural shine to your hair and make the texture better.
7. Cover your hair
Sun, heat, wind and the pollutants in the air, can all do damage to your hair, adding to its dryness. So make sure you cover your hair either with a scarf or an umbrella when you’re venturing outdoors.
8. Massage your scalp with butter
Another fuss-free dry hair treatment is a hair massage. Dry and damaged hair when massaged with butter can gives you ample good results. All you need is to apply butter onto your scalp and hair and give yourself a generous massage. Let it stay for not more than half an hour.
9. Keep yourself hydrated
Just as we drink water to keep our bodies functioning, the same applies to our hair. Drink at least 3 – 4 litres of water a day to keep yourself hydrated. This helps retain moisture in your body and also your hair.
Things to Remember
- Don’t shampoo your hair too often. The detergents in shampoos strip away your hair’s natural oils, making it dry and causing damage.
- Always use lukewarm or, if possible, cool water to wash your hair as it helps seal your cuticles and minimizes moisture loss.
- Avoid using heat styling tools.
- Use a mild sulphate-free shampoo. While these may be more expensive, your hair will thank you in the long-term.
- Drink plenty of water and follow a balanced diet as your hair receives most of its nourishment from what you consume.
Follow these simple dry hair care remedies and, with some patience, you will have luscious hair for long time.
