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Many hair care products are loaded with artificial chemicals that can dry out your hair and irritate your scalp. But luckily, there are plenty of natural ingredients that can have major health benefits for your hair, whether you're looking to hydrate dry hair, protect color-treated tresses, or reduce dandruff.
Natural ingredients may contain vitamins, serve as moisturizers, or act as antifungal agents, depending on the ingredient. Here are six of the best natural ingredients for hair care.
Avocado oil is a natural emollient, meaning it can soften and smooth hair. Specifically, it can help to hydrate the hair shaft and it can also prevent damage from heat styling, mostly due to the hydration it provides.
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Additionally, it can promote overall hair health and reduce hair breakage, says Michele J. Farber, MD, a board-certified dermatologist of Schweiger Dermatology Group. This is because avocado oil contains fatty acids, which can help repair the cuticle, hydrate hair, and prevent breakage, Farber says.
Avocado oil also contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help protect from environmental pollutants and reduce brittleness that can result from these exposures, Farber says. It is also great in a hair mask to reduce frizz and prevent breakage.
Coconut oil is hydrophobic, meaning it repels water. This allows it to deeply penetrate the hair and protect the hair cuticle from damage that is caused by frequent wetting and drying, says Lavanya Krishnan, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist and Medical Director of Arya Derm in San Francisco.
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Constantly wetting your hair can cause your hair shaft, or the base of your hair, to swell. When the hair shaft swells rapidly, it is more subject to moisture loss as the hair dries, says Krishnan. She recommends applying coconut oil to your hair before you wet it to prevent this swelling and protect your hair from damage.
Moreover, a 2015 review deemed coconut oil an effective ingredient in hair care, stating that it can also reduce protein loss due to its ability to deeply penetrate the hair shaft.
Argan oil is rich in substances that can penetrate the hair shaft and decrease dryness, Krishnan says. These compounds include vitamin E, oleic acid, and linoleic acid.
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Krishnan says argan oil is great for adding shine to the hair, mostly due to the vitamin E component, and it's also particularly beneficial for color-treated hair. She recommends applying argan oil to the hair after dye treatments to reduce damage and dryness.
In fact, a 2013 study applied argan oil to human hair extensions that were color-treated and found that the argan oil was effective in preventing protein loss and mitigating the damage that is typically caused by hair dye.
Honey is rich in antioxidants, which means it can combat damage to the hair from free radicals and oxidative stress. Because of this, Krishnan says honey can help to prevent and reverse damage from too much time in the sun and environmental pollutant exposure.
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Additionally, Farber says that honey is great for hydration since it has humectant properties – meaning it helps retain moisture. This can also be helpful for hair breakage.
Although there is not a great deal of evidence for honey and hair growth, its moisturizing properties combined with antioxidant properties likely help reduce breakage that can contribute to hair loss and impede growth, says Farber.
Furthermore, honey may help with dandruff, Farber says. A small 2001 study published in the European Journal of Medical Research examined 30 participants with seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. Half of the participants served as a control group, and half did a honey treatment for four weeks. Those who did the honey hair treatments saw significant improvement in itching and scaling in just two weeks. They also had improvement in hair loss.
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Tea tree oil is more beneficial for the scalp than the hair itself. It's known for its antifungal properties, and Krishnan says it can reduce itching and scaling of the scalp due to fungal dandruff. This is because tea tree oil can reduce the growth of Malassezia yeast, which can cause dandruff.
The benefits of tea tree oil for dandruff were outlined in a 2002 study where researchers found that a 5% tea tree shampoo was more effective than a placebo. Over four weeks, participants who used the tea tree shampoo had a 41% improvement in their dandruff.
However, caution should be used when applying tea tree oil to your scalp. Care must be taken to avoid overuse of this ingredient, as it has been known to cause contact dermatitis in patients with more sensitive skin, says Krishnan.
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If you're using tea tree oil, be sure to dilute it. Essential oils should always be diluted to avoid irritation. Farber recommends adding a small amount to your shampoo, and to try a test spot first before applying to your whole scalp to make sure you don't have a bad reaction.
The aloe plant is beneficial for both the scalp and the hair. Krishnan says aloe can keep the hair hydrated, resulting in smoother hair.
This can be helpful for brittle hair, helping to promote hair growth in hair that would otherwise be more prone to breakage from external forces, says Krishnan.
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Aloe may also be used to reduce dandruff since research has shown that the plant has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Therefore, it can reduce the amount of fungus on the scalp, which may reduce the prevalence of dandruff.
Additionally, if you're dealing with greasy scalp and hair, Farber says that aloe can reduce excess oil around the hair follicle and clean the scalp. On top of this, aloe contains collagen, which may help repair hair damage, Farber says, but more scientific evidence is needed in favor of this.
You can use these ingredients in your hair by themselves, or you can look for products like shampoos or conditioners that contain these ingredients.
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If you have hair or scalp concerns that are not improving after using these ingredients, consult a dermatologist who can help you get to the root of the problem, and have your hair and scalp looking and feeling better.If you are new to the world of DIY recipes and are passionate about haircare, you must check out our hair gel recipes for silky smooth hair.
Given how safe and potent DIY hair gels are, people now opt for them over commercial ones. They are also a healthier and cost-effective alternative to regular gels as they don’t contain any harmful chemicals and are natural. We can also customize them according to our hair and scalp types. Furthermore, they rejuvenate and strengthen the hair and provide a silky shine, thus, enhancing its beauty.
In this article, we share detailed recipes of some DIY hair gels, their benefits, how to make them, and more. Keep scrolling to know more.
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Yes, they are effective and healthy for your hair. Commercial hair gels are loaded with chemicals and drying ingredients like alcohol. These can dry out the hair, irritate the scalp, and cause product buildup, leading to hair fall.
Homemade and natural hair gels contain natural ingredients that are gentle on your hair and scalp. When prepared and stored correctly, DIY hair gels can be as effective as (or even better than) store-bought ones.
Using DIY hair gels made of nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, flaxseeds, olive oil, jojoba oil, and lemon juice adds shine and bounce to your hair and improves your hair health.
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The practice of natural hair gels dates back to ancient Egypt, where people used animal fat-based hair gels for hairstyling and embalming.
If you are ready to switch to natural alternatives, check out the 6 easy and highly effective hair gel recipes in the next section.
Flaxseeds are brimming with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, and zinc (1). They may keep the hair healthy minus any damage.
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On the other hand, a blogger shared her DIY rosewater flaxseed spray gel and shared her experience in a blog post. She says, “I like to use this on dry hair since it is gives a light hold so using it on wet hair would just further dilute down the gel (i).” She further adds, “I use it to help tame flyaways.”
Aloe vera is an emollient that prevents drying and is good for the skin (2). Applying aloe vera to the hair may also have a similar effect and prevent excessive dryness
Gelatin is often used in DIY hair gel recipes. However, if you want a cruelty-free option, you can use agar-agar. It is derived from seaweed and has a jelly-like
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