If you prefer to avoid conventional conditioners that contain petroleum-derived ingredients, there is a more natural, homemade option. These conditioners, which are kept in the hair instead of being rinsed, they are ideal for finish with the hair dry either abused. Instead of buying them, prepare your own conditioner with formula natural based oilsthis will allow you to take care of your hair in a healthy and chemical-free way, in addition to being cheap.
The oils coconut, olive and almond have nourishing and restorative properties that help revitalize the hair dry and mistreated. You can apply a small amount of oil to the ends of the hair or in the most damaged areas, massaging gently so that it is absorbed and you will notice how the hair becomes softer, hydrated and with a healthy appearance. However, they are also excellent ingredients for you to prepare your own conditioner. Below we share two recipes.
1. Conditioner with flaxseed gel and oil for hair care
You’re probably familiar with flaxseed as a healthy ingredient in baked goods and cereals, and even as an egg substitute. However, in addition to its use in the kitchen, flaxseed water or gel also has beneficial properties for hair care. Flaxseed gel contains a variety of nutrients, including magnesium, selenium, copper, and omega-3 fatty acids, which help maintain hair healthy and resilient. use a conditioner that does not need rinsing with linseed gel and oil for skin care hair can provide an intensive treatment, nourishing and strengthening it in depth.
Ingredients:
- 40 g of crushed flax seeds or flax meal.
- 400 ml of tap water or distilled water.
- 1-2 tablespoons of oil of your choice suitable for skin care hair.
- 5 drops of essential oil such as geranium, lavender, peppermint, rosemary, or cedar (optional).
- 2 drops of tocopherol (vitamin E oil) to protect the ingredients from oxidation (optional).
Prepare flaxseed gel natural following these steps: In a pot, bring the water and flaxseed to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the flaxseed from sticking to the bottom of the pot. When you notice that the mixture has become thick when dipped in a spoon, strain the gel to remove any flaxseed and allow it to cool.
Then add the additional ingredients to the flaxseed gel and mix well using a hand blender. Make sure you get a homogeneous mixture. He conditioner flaxseed for finish with the dry hair and mistreated it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it in portions, for example using an ice cube container, and thaw as needed.
2. Conditioner with aloe vera gel and oil and oil for hair care
Aloe vera gel is known for its versatility in skin care and hairand can be used as a conditioner natural ‘leave-in’, that is, it does not need to be rinsed. This homemade product and cheap It is especially beneficial for revitalizing the hair dryopaque and mistreated, giving it a renewed shine and greater flexibility.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel (you can obtain it yourself by peeling a leaf from the plant or you can buy it in a herbalist).
- 2 tablespoons of boiled tap water or distilled water.
- 1 teaspoon of oil of your choice suitable for skin care hair.
- 5 drop of essential oil such as geranium, lavender, mint, rosemary or cedar (optional).
Mix all the ingredients in a container using a hand mixer until you get a homogeneous mixture. Once finished, you can save the conditioner of aloe vera to end the dry hair in the fridge for a maximum of four days. If you want to extend its shelf life, you can freeze it in portions, for example in an ice cube container, and thaw it as needed.
Before applying the conditionermake sure you have washed and drained the hair with a towel. Take an adequate amount of conditioner and gently massage your hair. If you have hair thin, apply only to the ends, if your hair is very mistreated or it is curly, you can use it all over the hair. Be sure to distribute the natural conditioner evenly and then rinse well with water.