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Home Remedies for Dry Hair - Natural Treatment

Written by Peter Filinovich

Topic: Alternative MedicinePublished June 9, 2011
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Today many of us have to suffer from dull and straw-like, very unattractive hair. This happens due to dryness in hair, and home remedies for dry hair can uplift this annoying problem. Moreover, the excessive dried hair is hard to manage, and we envy the soft and silky hair of others. But, fortunately, there are some very simple home remedies for dry hair that can retain the natural shine. In addition, it is very unfortunate that this problem is very common these days; and hairs are quite tough material but long time abuse can dull its natural properties.

The hair is primarily made of proteins, nearly 88% of protein is present in healthy hairs, and it contains approximately 10% percent of moisture. Moreover, when hair loses its moisture and natural oils, it weakens, becomes dull, and loses its natural shine. The home remedies for dry hair helps the hairs to regain its natural moisture and oil. In addition, there are many factors that make hair dry and damaged. Firstly, lifestyle is the prime factor for bad hair. Moreover, sedentary lifestyle weakens the body, and it damages the hair also. Secondly, unhealthy eating habits are also responsible for occurrence of this problem. Moreover, the diet must contain essential proteins, vitamins and nutrients that are essential for healthy hair. Thirdly, usage of hair products that contains harsh chemicals potentially damages the hair. In addition, according to recent studies it is found that 'genes' are also responsible for dry and damaged hair problem.

The home remedies for dry hair have proved to be helpful for most peoples. Generally, many people think that preparation of homemade remedies is inconvenient, but that the fact is that the home remedies for dry hair can be used whenever it is convenient for you. Also, these homemade remedies are very simple and effective.

1. Moisten you hair, and massage it with jojoba oil. After massaging, take a towel warmed up in the dryer. Wrap your hair with it, and leave it for 1 hour. Afterwards, shampoo and condition as usual.

2. Thoroughly mix 1 cup of mashed overripe banana with 1 cup of mashed overripe avocado. Apply this mixture on your hair, and leave it to work for 20 minutes. Thoroughly rinse your hair afterwards.

3. Add 2 tablespoons of white oak bark in boiling water, and leave it for simmering, for 20 minutes. Strain the mixture, and add 2 tablespoons of castile soap, 3 tablespoons of herbal soap, 1 beaten egg and 1 tablespoon of honey in it. Shampoo your hair with this mixture, and use apple cider vinegar after shampooing.

4. Mix equal quantities of aloe vera juice and curd. Apply this mixture on hair, and leave it for 40 minutes. Afterwards, shampoo as usual but don't use conditioner.

In conclusion, the above mentioned home remedies for dry hair will help you to repair and moisten your dry and damaged hair. But, it is also important that you avoid products that damages hair. Also, develop habit to workout regularly for at least 30 minutes. In addition, take a diet that contains sufficient amount of essential nutrients.

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