Your hair is one of the most critical parts of your appearance. You can arrange your hair in some styles and get the desired look that you want. But if your hair is not done right, it can ruin your entire appearance. One such condition that can affect your hair is the problem of Frizzy hair which can sometimes mess up with your entire look. Straight hair can compensate it and will do wonders when you try to pull something new.
Straight hair is always in fashion but maintaining it can be costly. One would have to visit the salon weekly and get it in shape, therefore, loosening one’s pocket. Straighteners and other artificial methods can be damaging to the hair in the long run. Natural ways are always cheap, easy-to-do, non-toxic and safe. This might take time, but it will turn your hair looking like a million bucks.
Home remedies for straight hair
With these fantastic remedies, it is now straightforward to straighten your hair at home. These methods are entirely organic and do not have any side-effects also. Here are ten unusual ways to straighten your hair naturally.
Lemon and coconut
Mix an adequate quantity of coconut milk and lemon(depending on the length of your hair) and keep it overnight in the refrigerator. Apply the mixture first on your palms and then press the palm against the hair gently so that the mixture is now even applied and absorbed correctly. Wash with a sulfate free shampoo and repeat the procedure one a week.
The Limonene and Vitamin C in the lemon will clean your scalp and boost growth whereas the coconut milk will moisturize your scalp and make it straighten it.
Hot Oil
Don’t get it wrong the oil will not be boiling. A base oil (preferably coconut oil) is heated and mixed with small quantities of different oils. Higher concentrated oils are generally added with the base oil. The concentrated oils that can be used here are jojoba oil and patchouli oil. Both of these oils will do wonder for you. You have to add a few drops of these concentrated oils mentioned above in the base coconut oil. Do this treatment every alternate day.
Milk Spray
This will help in moisturizing your hair, and thus it will make your hair look straight. Add ¼ liter of milk in a spray bottle and spray it even on your hair. Leave it for 30 minutes and then wash it off with water and sulfate free shampoo. Repeat twice a week.
Milk and Honey
These two are wonder ingredients as they are a power-packed Jodi when used together. Milk contains lactic acid which will moisturize the hair. Honey will act as a neutralizer, and it will coat the hair with a glossy shine. Add ¼ cup of milk with 2 Tbsp of honey and mix it properly. Apply on your hair evenly with a brush. Wash your hair with water and sulfate free shampoo. Repeat this procedure twice a week.
- Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is an excellent remedy for hair straightening. It also handles various other problems such as infections and also helps to restore natural pH levels of your scalp. For usage Add two tbsp of apple cider vinegar in a cup of fresh water. Then after washing your hair, apply this mixture to your hair and massage gently. Leave it on for a few minutes and then wash off with fresh water.
Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe Vera is an extremely beneficial plant that bestows you with many health benefits. Its gel has many unusual properties wherein it penetrates your scalp, moisturizes your hair and make them straighter. For best results take two tbsp of olive oil and mix fresh aloe vera gel with it. Mix it to form a smooth paste. Apply this mixture on your hair and leave it for half an hour. Then, rinse with fresh water.
Eggs and olive oil
As eggs are rich in protein, they will nourish your hair and smoothen it. Olive oil will moisturize and make it frizzy-free hair. Whisk both the ingredients together until they are mixed thoroughly. Apply the solution on your hair with a brush and leave it for 30 minutes. Wash it off with water and sulfate free shampoo. Repeat this procedure once a week. You will see results in no time.
Almond oil
Almond oil is one of the best oils for your hair. Just add 3a few drops of sweet almond oil mixing it into the quantity of conditioner you use at one time. This makes the conditioner more nourishing, giving you sleek, straight hair. Wash it off with water and a sulphate free shampoo. Repeat this treatment twice a week for best results.
Banana, curd and olive oil
Banana is rich in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Potassium and Magnesium that will help in straightening of. The milk acts as a base, and the oil helps in holding the constituents together. Mash the bananas and add it in the milk and stir until completely dissolved then add oil as required to instill the ingredients. Apply on your hair with a brush. Wash it off with water and sulfate free shampoo.
Rice flour and Egg Mask
Add one egg white, 5 Tbsp flour, ½ cup Fuller’s Earth, 1 cup milk. Add all these ingredients and create a mask. The mixture should be thick. The egg is the real deal in this mask. All the other contents are used to hold the mask together. Fuller’s Earth acts as an anti-infection substance which will clean the scalp and give the hair a shiny look. Wash it off with water and sulfate f
So, these were 10 Home Remedies to make your hair straight. Now no frizzy and undone hair when you are always ready to go with your new straight hair. Now, flaunt your straight hair and let your tresses swoon the world. Share these home remedies with your family and friends too.
Author Bio:
Dr. Sohil is a health professional who graduated from Rajeev Gandhi University of Health Sciences in Dentistry, who has an undying love for writing and an immense need to empower people with knowledge about home remedies, alternative medicine, fitness, and holistic health care. He is someone who follows what he preaches and who contributes a lot of articles for several medical websites.
In his free time, you can find him watching his favorite movies, going on treks and spending time with Bruno, his dog!