3 Hair Hacks Using Common Kitchen Ingredients
Taking care of your hair doesn't have to be complicated or expensive.
With a few simple ingredients from your kitchen, you can achieve healthy, beautiful hair. Here are three effective hair hacks.
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1. Flour as a dry shampoo alternative?!
If you're short on time and need to freshen up your hair, flour can be a quick and effective dry shampoo substitute. It absorbs excess oil from your scalp, leaving your hair looking clean and voluminous.
How to use: Lightly sprinkle a small amount of flour ( plain flour or cornstarch) onto your scalp, focusing on the roots. Use your fingers or a makeup brush to distribute the flour evenly, then brush through your hair to remove any excess. Be sure to blend well, especially if you have darker hair, to avoid any visible residue.
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Why it works: Flour has excellent oil-absorbing properties, making it an ideal dry shampoo alternative. It soaks up the grease, leaving your hair feeling refreshed and giving it a boost of volume.
2. Olive oil for deep moisture
Olive oil is a powerhouse ingredient for dry, damaged hair. Its rich, emollient properties help to deeply moisturize and strengthen the hair, making it smoother and shinier. Olive oil is also great for hair growth.
How to use: Warm up a few tablespoons of olive oil until it's slightly warm (not hot). Massage the oil into your scalp and work it through your hair, focusing on the ends.
Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave the oil in for at least 30 minutes, or even overnight for an intensive treatment. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and shampoo as usual.
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Why it works: Olive oil penetrates the hair shaft, providing deep hydration and reducing frizz. It also helps to seal the cuticle, preventing further damage and leaving your hair softer and more manageable.
3. Egg and honey hair mask for strength and shine
Eggs are packed with protein, which is essential for strengthening the hair, while honey is a natural humectant that locks in moisture. Together, they create a powerful mask that can restore vitality to dull, damaged hair.
How to use:
Beat one or two eggs (depending on your hair length) and mix them with a tablespoon of honey. Thoroughly brush the hair (we recommend using a Tangle Teaser for this step to get rid of every last knot!)
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Then apply the mixture to damp hair, starting from the roots and working your way to the tips. Let the mask sit for 20-30 minutes, then rinse with cool water (hot water can cook the egg) and shampoo as usual.
Why it works: Eggs provide the protein that helps to repair and strengthen hair, while honey adds moisture and shine. This mask is particularly effective for hair that’s been weakened by heat styling, coloring, or environmental factors.
Hair hacks with kitchen ingredients
These three simple hair hacks using flour, olive oil, and eggs with honey can easily be incorporated into your routine for healthier, shinier, and more manageable hair.
Next time you’re in the kitchen, consider reaching for these ingredients to give your hair the natural care it deserves.
Which hair hack/recipe is your favorite? Comment down below.
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