Recipes: Easy Homemade Deep Conditioners for Heat Damaged Hair

So you went to the hair salon to get your hair done and your hair was bombarded with curling irons, flat iron and hair dryers. Let's see, that's heat...heat...and more heat. We all know the damage that heat can have on our hair, causing damage and breakage. A trend that has around for a while is the usage of a "heat protectant" prior to heat treatments. While the use of a heat protectant may help, your hair is still susceptible to the high temperatures of these styling tools.

With all that said, you still want to use your flat irons because there is no other way to get your hair to lay just right. I know, I know and I get it. What's important is that you make efforts to counter the effects of the constant application of heat to your hair. All of that heat causes a lack of moisture, which leads to dry and brittle hair. The best way to revive damaged hair and maintain healthy hair is to get very familiar with deep conditioners.

Let's take a look at some homemade recipes for Deep Conditioners-

Mayonnaise:
Mayonnaise is a well known hair revitalizer. You would rub the mayonnaise into your wet hair after shampooing, and let it set  for 15-20 minutes with a shower cap or plastic bag. Rinse out with warm water. This will condition your hair leaving it stronger, healthier and full of moisture.

Coconut Milk & Lemon:
If your dry hair has left you with a bad case of the frizzies, try out this Coconut Milk & Lemon conditioner. Start by mixing a cup of Coconut Milk with a tablespoon of Lemon and warming the mixture to a lukewarm temperature.  Rub this mixture into your hair and scalp, leave on for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water. This treatment can be used on wet or dry hair as a pre-shampoo or post-shampoo conditioner. Your frizzy hair should now be soft and smooth.

Egg & Honey:
Eggs have a high sulfur content, which can help you grow your hair longer and stronger. For this deep conditioner, beat or scramble two eggs, and wisk in one table spoon of honey. This mixture is to be used on damp or wet hair. Rub the egg into your hair and scalp, and cover with a shower cap. Let it set for 20 minutes and rinse. This will give gloss to your hair add nice volume.

Deep conditioners will not only lessen split ends and hair breakage but also revive the life of your hair. These conditioners will help give shape, body and volume to your hair.  Try one of these treatments or try all three, at different times of course. As with any hair care regimen, it may take a two or three treatments before you see the results that you desire. Don't give up! You can get that strong, healthy hair you've always wanted by using natural hair care remedies.

Repair Your Damaged Hair Naturally!

The use of chemicals found in most over-the-counter hair care products can result in damaged hair. This damage results in breakage, dullness and flat looks. Fortunately, natural products are able to help repair the damage of chemical treatments and put the hair back in balance for a radiant and healthy look.

Olive Oil and Beer:
Mix two parts oil with one part beer. Surprisingly, the protein from the hops and malt in beer helps remove the built up dirt while the oil helps condition and repair the natural oils in the hair that are stripped while using chemical treatments. Pour the mixture on the hair and massage it gently into the hair and scalp until everything is saturated. Allow it to sit for about 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the extent of the damage, and then rinse with lukewarm water.

Egg Yolks:
Egg yolk is amazing at repairing damage like split ends and brittleness while bringing shine into the hair. Simply break a few eggs and separate the yolk from the white. The number of eggs depends on the length and thickness of hair. To prepare the mixture, beat the egg yolks and then apply it generously to the hair. Massage gently and allow it to sit for 30 minutes. Rinse it out with lukewarm water.

Mayonnaise:
One of the long-lasting home remedies to make hair softer, shinier and healthier after damage is mayonnaise. The process is simple: apply mayonnaise to the hair until it is saturated. Wrap the hair in a towel and allow it to soak for about 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse it out with lukewarm water before washing the hair with a mild shampoo.

These natural remedies to repair your damaged your hair are simple, inexpensive, and do not add to the damage like chemical treatments might.

3 Natural Alternatives to Over-the-Counter Hair Shampoos

Nowadays, we are all being more conscious of the ingredients that are in our daily skin care and hair care routines. Many are looking for organic or natural hair care products that contain non-toxic elements. If you're looking for some natural shampoo alternatives, here are a few homemade recipes for you to try:

 Aloe Vera Gel:
Known for it's remarkable ability to cleanse and strengthen, Aloe Vera gel makes a wonderful alternative to over the counter shampoo. This gel is great for cleaning out your pores and making your hair stronger and smoother than it's ever been! It is also a great solution for anyone who suffers from dandruff or even hair loss.

Mayonnaise:
Who would have thought that mayonnaise could ever be used as an alternative to shampoo? Even though it may seem like a weird product for your hair, it's ingredients make it the perfect hair care solution. The vinegar, oil and eggs found in mayonnaise help to strip your hair from any build-up and give it a beautiful, healthy shine. The next time you take a shower, take a scoop of mayo, apply it to your hair and let it sit for 5 minutes before rinsing it out.

Baking Soda:
Many people have been using this every day household item to help them keep their hair nourished, clean and healthy. Baking soda helps to get your hair back to it's natural, healthy state by removing all of the build up and residue left from other shampoos. You can simply put some baking soda in an old shampoo bottle, add a little water and use it as you would any other shampoo. You are bound to see results quickly and you will love not having to purchase and use those harsh chemical-filled products ever again!