We all desire smooth, shiny, and healthy hair, but visiting the salon or using hair products can sometimes be costly or chemical-laden. If you are inclined towards natural solutions, there are many home remedies that can leave your hair smooth and shiny. This do-it-yourself treatment, using items you likely have at home, can leave your hair soft, frizz-free and revitalized.
There are a few natural ways to help smoothen your hair at home, that bring out its natural beauty.
Coconut Oil Treatment
Argan oil — also known as liquid gold — is a nutrient-dense oil that can both restore moisture and smooth the hair cuticle. Rich in fatty acids that penetrate the hair shaft, nourishing from the inside out. It also adds shine and helps tame frizz, leaving hair soft and silky.
How to use it:
Here, you will have to take a bit of warm coconut oil and massage it on your hair ends.
Let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deep conditioning).
Rinse it out with a gentle shampoo and conditioner.
Note: Coconut oil can weigh fine hair down, so if you have fine hair, only use as needed.
Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera is so soothing, and it’s also great to help smooth a hair. It hydrates the hair, controls frizz and provides a healthy shine. Aloe vera gel is also rich in enzymes that aid in hair growth and scalp irritation.
How to use it:
Use fresh aloe vera gel or organic aloe vera gel.
Massage the gel into your hair and scalp, allowing it to absorb.
Almond Oil: You can rub almond oil on your body.
Avocado and Olive Oil Mask
Because avocados are high in vitamins, minerals and fatty acids, they make ideal hair smoothers and strengtheners. Used with olive oil, a moisturizing powerhouse, this mask aids in restoring shine, hydration and smoothness to dry frizzy hair.
How to use it:
Mash one ripe avocado and combine with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Spread the blend across your wet locks and set a timer for 30 minutes to an hour and let it marinate.
Be sure to rinse well with water and follow with a gentle shampoo.
Banana and Honey Hair Mask
It contains natural oils and vitamins that coat the hair to make it shinny and hydrate the hair. Honey has humectant properties, which help attract moisture to the hair, allowing your locks to remain silky smooth. Combined this pair forms a mask that can mend damaged strands and control frizz.
How to use it:
Mash up one ripe banana and combine it with 1 tablespoon of honey.
Apply the paste to your hair, ensuring closely it’s evenly coated from root to tip.
Keep the mask on for half an hour, then rinse with lukewarm water and shampoo.
Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a natural ingredient that balances hair pH levels, eliminating product buildup on the hair and scalp. It flattens the hair cuticle, resulting in smoother, shinier, frizz-free hair.
How to use it:
Combine 1 part apple cider vinegar with 3 parts water.
Once shampooed, pour the concoction over your hair and work into your scalp and locks.
Let it sit for 2-3 minutes and rinse thoroughly with water. If you like, you can follow up with conditioner.
Note: ACV can be potent for some hair types, so be sure to dilute well to prevent irritation.
Egg and Yogurt Hair Mask
Eggs are a wonderful source of protein and nutrients used for hair nourishment and strengthening. The addition of the yogurt (also hydrating) makes this mask a master at finding the perfect balance of hydration and smoothness.
How to use it:
Beat one egg and add to 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt.
Spread the mixture on your hair and wait for 20-30 minutes.
Rinse with cool water (so you don’t cook the egg in your hair) then wash with a gentle shampoo.
Olive Oil and Honey Treatment
Honey also keeps the moisture in the hair and combined with olive oil, works for the STRANDS to end up soft, smooth and shiny. Especially for dry or damaged hair, this is your treatment.
How to use it:
Combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil with 1 tablespoon of honey.
Warm the mixture slightly and rub it on your hair, paying attention to the ends.
Leave the treatment for 20-30 minutes, then rinse using lukewarm water.
Milk and Honey Spritz
Milk is rich in proteins and fats that can help smooth and condition your hair, and honey provides hydration and shine. This do-it-yourself spray works well as a leave-in conditioner that keeps your hair nice and smooth during the day.
How to use it:
Combine equal portions of milk and water into a spray bottle along with 1 tablespoon of honey.
Shake bottle well and lightly mist mixture onto hair.
Style your hair as usual. This spritz will help to tame frizz and ensure a shiny smooth finish.
Smooth, shiny hair doesn’t have to come from expensive salon treatments or harsh chemicals. With ingredients from your kitchen, you can prepare hair smoothening remedies for all hair types. Whether you select coconut oil, avocado, or honey, should leave your hair soft, hydrated, and revived after these DIY treatments.
As always, while you explore new options, recall that consistency is critical with hair care. Incorporate one or two of these home remedies into your weekly hair care routine, and before you know it, you’ll have healthier, smoother, more manageable hair.
What is your go-to home remedy for smoothening hair? Let us know in the comments how you do it!