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dry hair day

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BirthdayBabe · 09/10/2007 20:21

I'm looking for a natural remedy for dry hair before I cut it all off out of desperation. I mean real hippy stuff like spreading a mixture of olive oil, butter and suet over it and let it soak for 2 hours! I'd rather avoid having to buy anything if possible.

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bubblagirl · 09/10/2007 20:29

Other types of natural oils that provide moisture for your hair are: olive, ylang-ylang, almond, avocado, rosemary essential oil, wheat germ oil, emu oil, shea oil and herbal oils such as: nettle oil, plantain oil, burdock oil etc. These are very efficient, as they provide a wide range of nutrients, antioxidants and vitamins vital for the hair and scalp. You can also mix one of these oils with honey and then apply it as a mask for the hair.

You can prepare a very efficient natural tonic for the hair by simply mixing 2 egg yolks and beat the paste until it is foamy. Then massage the entire scalp and hair with it and, when done, rinse it off with warm water. The egg is a very nutritious product, as it is a source of 11 essential nutrients, vitamin A and D. Mayonnaise is also beneficial for dry hair.

Applying tomatoes slices, tomato juice or tomato paste to your hair will enhance the natural PH of the hair due to the vitamin C in these vegetables.

Bananas, coffee and chamomile tea will also help your hair shine the natural way.

Besides these natural remedies, be sure to have a balanced diet, rich in fruits and vegetables that supply our organism with all the nutrients it needs and also try herbal teas that do wonders for our health. And do not forget that hair belongs to the body, just like any other organ, therefore what works for the metabolic system will surely work for our hair, too!

bubblagirl · 09/10/2007 20:29

hope this is helpful

BirthdayBabe · 09/10/2007 20:35

thanks bubblagirl, exactly what I was looking for.

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BirthdayBabe · 09/10/2007 20:36

but how do I use the essential oils ?

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bubblagirl · 09/10/2007 20:57

Aromatherapies are believed to help improve dry hair. If you add a combination of six drops of lavender, bay and sandalwood essential oils with six ounces of warm sesame or soy oils then apply the oil to the hair, wrap in towel for 15 minutes, then rinse; this will help in treating dry hair.

Hot oil treatments are great for adding oils and moisture to dry hair. These can be bought over the counter or you may want to visit a salon for the treatment. But a great "at home" remedy is the following: Place 1 or 2 drops of safflower oil in your palms and rub them together, scrunch into the hair and leave. Or try this remedy, massage 2 tablespoons of warm olive or almond oil into your hair, wrap your head in a warm damp towel and wait 30 minutes and then rinse. Apply hot oil treatments to the hair at least every 3-4 weeks for maximum benefits.

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