To perform an effective home care for your hair, you must have the right products in your bathroom. Let’s start this non-exhaustive list with one of the most used ingredients:vegetable oil. Ideal for making nourishing masks or oil baths, it provides deep hydration. There are a multitude of oils on the market adapted to different types of hair. Jojoba oil and coconut oil are perfect for wavy lengths, while castor oil purifies oily hair. In any case, it is essential to choose an organic and unrefined product. Your oil must be virgin, first cold pressed and pure.
But what is a hydrosol? Used for body and hair, this product should not be confused with any “water”! It is a plant extract obtained by steam extraction. Generally, flower hydrosols are commercially available. If they are particularly appreciated for moisturizing the skin, they are also used in the composition of many home hair care products. If you have dry and damaged hair, you can spray a little witch hazel hydrosol on your lengths, or incorporate a few drops of this product into your hair mask. Be aware that these products must always be contained in an opaque bottle! And above all, if the name "perfume" appears on the label, put the product back! The hydrosol must only be composed of plants.
Small miracle of nature, essential oils are useful in many areas. To make your homemade hair care, they are essential! Whether your hair is brittle, dry, dull, oily, curly, or lacking in vitality, there is one or more essential oils made for you. It is possible to add a few drops to your homemade shampoo, or to combine them with the hair mask that you have made yourself. Tea tree essential oil and sandalwood essential oil are ideal for fighting dandruff. While rosemary essential oil slows down hair loss. If you have brittle ends, you can also use ylang-ylang or sage essential oil. Note:remember to read the precautions for use or seek advice from a professional before using essential oils.
As always, it is best to buy organic butter. To make your hair care at home, this product is perfect! It moisturizes the driest hair, while providing softness. You can choose shea butter or lightly flavored coconut butter. It also combines very easily with essential oils.
