Don’t stop at just the oil; try these DIY Coconut Oil Lotion Recipes on Your Scalp for Healthier Hair! You’ll be surprised!
Remember how coconut oil made your hair look fabulous? However, in this age of lifestyle changes, increased environmental pollutants, and other factors, hair needs a lot more care to maintain its shine and beautiful growth. Here are easy DIY coconut oil lotion recipes for healthier hair!
Why Coconut Oil is So Great For Your Hair
Coconut oil has a unique structure. This makes it one of the few oils that can penetrate the hair shaft and not just coat hair strands. It can easily moisturize, condition, and repair hair from the inside out.
Moreover, in a laboratory study in 2019, virgin coconut oil was also shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and act as a protective barrier for the skin, meaning it is incredible for things like dandruff, psoriasis, or eczema. Do try these coconut oil hacks to make your life easier!
DIY Coconut Oil Lotion Recipes
1. Coconut Oil and Honey Hair Mask
This super easy recipe contains only coconut oil, honey, and an egg—it can’t get simpler than this! Warm the mixture and let it cool until lukewarm. When the hair is a bit wet, apply this lotion all over it, focusing on the roots and ends.
Let it sit for 30 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water. You can then shampoo and condition as you would typically. The recipe is here.
2. Coconut Oil and Egg Lotion
Containing a protein called lutein, eggs can also combat dryness in your hair while providing volume. Why not mix them with coconut oil?
Whisk one egg and mix it thoroughly with two tablespoons of melted coconut oil. Apply this mixture thoroughly to damp hair, making sure it is even. After letting it sit for 15 to 20 minutes, rinse off with warm water, shampoo, and condition as usual. The recipe can be found in this video guide.
3. DIY Coconut and Apple Cider Vinegar Lotion
You must have often heard people swear by using apple cider vinegar for their hair and getting amazing results. This recipe can be your best friend if you have dandruff and dull, lifeless hair!
Just mix 2 tablespoons of coconut oil with one of apple cider vinegar and then follow the exact same steps as before. You can find the DIY recipe here.
4. Coconut Oil Lotion DIY with Banana or Avocado
Both banana and avocado have strong emollient properties that nourish frizzy or curly hair. If you have curly but frizzy hair, you will love how each ingredient, when mixed with coconut oil, smooths out the frizz while defining each curl!
One way to make this lotion is to mash either of the ripe fruits and mix them with coconut oil. Alternatively, add both fruits to a blender and melted coconut oil for a smooth paste. Apply the paste to damp hair and leave it on for a bit. Then, rinse and shampoo. Simple, right?
So, which recipe will you include in your hair care regimen? Let us know in the comments below!