Types of Deep Conditioner that You Can Make at Home

If you are looking to strengthen and fortify your hair, then there are several natural ingredients you can use that can be found in most households. When you deep condition your hair, you are allowing the conditioner to penetrate the hair shaft. This helps remove any buildup there may be on your strands and can help smooth your hair and restore its natural shine.

Deep conditioning treatments can also help protect your hair against damage caused by heat styling while replacing the moisture and other proteins the hair needs.

For Damaged and Brittle Hair

When it comes to moisturizing the hair, coconut and tea tree oils are beneficial. Tea tree oil contains antifungal and antimicrobial properties that also help dry hair. It moisturizes the hair and scalp without leaving anything behind.

For this deep conditioner that works wonders for all hair types, including dry and brittle hair:

What You Need

• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tbsp jojoba oil
• 3 to 4 drops of tea tree oil
• 3 to 4 drops of lavender oil

Mix all the ingredients together and then apply to the hair starting at the roots and making your way down to the ends. Massage it into your hair and scalp and then cover your head with a shower cap. Leave it on for up to 30 minutes before washing it out with shampoo.

More Natural Ingredients at Home

You can also use bananas, yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, and honey to make a deep conditioner at home. These ingredients are full of protein, which can go a long way to strengthen the hair. Honey is also a natural humectant, which allows it to hydrate the hair and seal in all the moisture.

What You Need

• 1 peeled banana
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ cup yogurt
• 1 tbsp honey

Put all the ingredients into a blender and blend well. Once blended, pour the mixture into a bowl through a strainer to remove any lumps there may be. This gives you a smooth consistency that is much easier to use.

Apply this deep conditioner to wet hair and spread it evenly and generously through your hair. Place a shower cap on your head and allow the mixture to remain in your hair for up to 30 minutes. You can then rinse it out with warm water and shampoo.

All of these DIYs are helpful for all kinds of hair types but especially for dry and brittle hair. If you have damaged hair, you can also use avocados as another beneficial ingredient to strengthen and restore the hair.

Avocado is full of essential vitamins as well as fatty acids and can be used to make both a deep conditioning treatment as well as a hair mask for weekly use.

 

Meta: With items, most of us already have in our fridge and pantry, we can create a beneficial deep conditioning treatment to restore the health and shine to our hair.

Why Use Hair Oil in Your Hair?

When you use hair oil for your hair, you will see a significant difference in its health and appearance very quickly. While it may seem counterintuitive to put oil in your hair because that’s exactly what we try to steer clear of, you can actually benefit from using hair oils at least once per week.

Benefits of Hair Oil

When used on wet hair, they act as a great detangler. They are also considered a sealant, so they not only lock in the moisture, but they also act as a heat protectant and boost the health of your hair.

Just like our skin has natural oils, so does our hair. To have healthy and strong hair, we need to strengthen its core and provide enough moisture to keep the bonds strong. Since everyone’s scalp is different, different hair types will require a different type of oil for the best results.

Choosing the Right Oil

If you find yourself with dry or brittle hair, then hair oil is definitely going to be beneficial because your hair is lacking the moisture it needs. The hair oil can also help give your hair a healthy shine.

If you have curly hair, then it is naturally going to be drier, so the hair oil will coat the hair and then be absorbed rather quickly. Argan oil, for example, is ideal for dry hair and can also help control frizz.

Coconut oil, on the other hand, is great for all hair types including greasy hair. It is packed full of vitamins and minerals that will help strengthen your strands.

Hair Oil Doesn’t Mean More Oil

When it comes to using hair oils on your hair, less is more. However, you also shouldn’t be concerned about adding hair oil to already oily hair. To help restore the balance of moisture in your hair, you will want to choose a lavender, rosemary, or lemon oil.

Before using the oils, you will also want to wash your hair regularly and try to avoid using hair products that are overly greasy or sticky. When you wash your hair, use cool water to rinse out the shampoo and conditioner for a minimum of 30 seconds.

Coldwater helps shut down the sebaceous glands which produce the oil. The cooler water will close the cuticle and help prevent further damage to your hair.

Hair oil will not make your hair feel greasy. The oils are quickly absorbed into your hair strands and scalp and will not leave any kind of residue behind.

DIY Hair Mask Recipes

If you have dry, damaged, or fading hair, you are probably seeking out the best ways to restore your hair to its healthy state. Outdoor elements, the use of hot styling tools, and even a change in seasons can be disastrous for your hair.

For this reason, a hair mask using natural ingredients you can find in almost any home is a great way to revitalize the hair and scalp and encourage strong and healthy growth, free of damage.

Below you will find a few easy DIYs for different types of hair using ingredients you can find at home.

For Dry Hair

If your hair is dry and feeling brittle, then this mask is definitely something to try.

What You Need

• 1 tsp honey
• 1 Egg
• 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar

Combine these ingredients in a bowl and then apply to your hair. Leave the mixture on your hair for up to 40 minutes before you rinse it out. It is very nourishing for the hair and is a good hair mask to use for all hair types.

For Dandruff

If you have seen flakes lately, then your scalp may be drying out. To hydrate your scalp and hair, you can use this hair mask. It is rich in fatty acids and is packed full of anti-inflammatory benefits for your hair.

What You Need

• 2 tbs coconut oil
• 4 tsp raw sugar
• 5 drops peppermint oil
• 2 drops tea tree oil

Mix all the ingredients into a bowl and then apply the mixture to your hair while it is clean and damp. You can then massage it into your scalp for up to three minutes and then let it sit on your head for the remainder of your shower before it is rinsed out.

For Damaged Hair

Even the most damaged hair can be fixed when you follow the right routine. With this hair mask, you can restore your hair’s strength and shine. It is full of antioxidants that help to protect the hair against free radicals while both rejuvenating and moisturizing your hair and scalp.

What You Need

• Half of an avocado
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey

Mix all the ingredients together and then generously apply the mixture to your hair. Start at the hair’s ends and work your way up. When the mixture is applied, you can then cover your head with a shower cap and leave it on for up to 10 minutes. Remove the cap and let the mixture sit an additional 20 minutes before you rinse it out.

For Hair Growth

If you wish to accelerate hair growth and further repair damaged hair, then a hair mask made with yogurt is beneficial. Yogurt is rich in vitamins as well as fatty acids that are beneficial for the health of your hair.

What You Need

• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp yogurt

Whisk the egg in a bowl and then add the yogurt. You will need to mix these until a paste is formed. You can then section your hair and apply the mixture from the roots to the tips. The hair can be damp or dry.

The hair mask can be left on the hair for up to 30 minutes and can then be rinsed out with shampoo and cool water.

 

Meta: These hair masks can help restore dry and damaged hair and can help with dandruff while promoting hair growth.

How to Choose the Right Oil for Your Hair

When choosing the right oil for your hair, it is best to determine your hair type and then figure out exactly what your hair problems are and how they can be helped. Your hair may be too dry, thin, or hard to manage at times. So, finding the right oil for your hair is a good step in the right direction.

Jojoba Oil

If you have a dry scalp and dandruff, then jojoba oil can help because it produces an oil called sebum. This oil can be used in the hair and left in as a treatment. This oil can hydrate your hair and scalp and can help eliminate dandruff.

Castor Oil

If you have thicker hair, then castor oil is ideal. It also helps with frizzy hair as well as breakage. It promotes healthy hair growth and contains beneficial Vitamin E, minerals, and other proteins. It can be used as an overnight treatment for the hair.

Coconut Oil

If you find that your hair is undernourished, dull, and in need of a boost, then coconut oil will prove to be beneficial. It is a very versatile oil and can help repair broken hair, acts as a heat protectant, and encourages healthy hair growth. Apply the coconut oil to your hair, staying clear of the roots, and leave it on for about an hour before rinsing it out and shampooing.

Argan Oil

Argan oil contains a high amount of antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and Vitamin E and helps nourish and hydrate hair. It also goes a long way in increasing the hair’s elasticity and can restore shine to dull, lifeless locks.

Marula Oil

Like argan oil, marula oil is also filled with beneficial components for healthy hair including nutrients, fatty acids, antioxidants, and other minerals. It can also help prevent UV and environmental damage and can help with cellular regeneration to keep the hair and scalp healthy while encouraging hair growth.

Tamanu Oil

Tamanu oil promotes and encourages healthier, stronger hair and can help with hair loss. It brings out the hair’s natural sheen and makes it much easier to manage. If you have curly hair, you will find it is one of the best hair oils to use. It will hydrate the strands, help with any frizz, and just make your hair easier to care for overall.

Lavender Oil

If you need to deep condition damaged hair, then lavender oil is essential. Lavender oil has also been found to stimulate hair growth and can help with dandruff and an itchy scalp because of its antimicrobial properties.

Once you determine your hair type and the kind of conditions you need to address, it will be easy for you to find hair oil that best suits your needs.

Meta: Determining your hair type is one of the easiest ways to narrow down your search for the best hair oil for shiny, healthy hair.

How to Use Utama Spice Conditioner

We use hair conditioners as a way to revive our hair and restore its shine and smooth appearance. When we shampoo, we are opening up the hair’s cuticles, and conditioner then seals those cuticles back up, essentially locking in all those nutrients while keeping harmful pollutants out. Using conditioner helps us strengthen our hair, prevent breakage and split ends, and can help with hair loss.

Utama Spice Conditioner is a bit thicker than conventional conditioners you may be used to, so a little bit definitely goes a long way when you are conditioning your hair. Your initial thought when using this conditioner may be that it is also a bit sticky, but once you have finished and your hair is dry, you will be left with noticeably soft hair.

Benefits of Utama Spice Conditioner

If you have dry or damaged hair, then this conditioner can help restore the health and shine to your hair and help with that damage while incorporating more moisture into dry hair. A good conditioner can also help reduce any tangles you may experience and prevent hair frizz.

How Often Should You Condition?

Just like you shouldn’t necessarily shampoo your hair every day, you can also skip days when conditioning, as well. The natural oils in our hair are stripped away each time we cleanse the hair and the scalp. However, if you find that your hair is excessively oily, then washing and conditioning your hair a few times each week can be beneficial.

How to Use Conditioner

First, make sure the conditioner you are using is good for your particular hair type. The new conditioner by Utama Spice is good for dry and damaged hair, as previously mentioned. Next, you will wash your hair as you normally would, rinse out the shampoo, and then wring out your hair. Apply the conditioner and give it time to set into the hair before rinsing it out.

Sometimes it may take a bit for you to find the perfect fit for your hair, but this new conditioner is definitely the best place to start. Be consistent with your hair care routine; choose products that are best for your hair, and you will soon begin seeing the results.

Meta: If you have dry or damaged hair, then the Utama Spice conditioner is a good place to start to revive your hair and bring back its smoothness and shine.

How to Pick the Right Product for Your Natural Hair

When it comes time to choose the best products for your natural hair, you may find yourself bombarded with tons of choices. This can often make the decision process harder to handle because there is just so much to sort through.

Instead of making it a complicated decision, take some time to evaluate the condition of your hair, and then have some fun experimenting with different products until you find your new favorite.

Moisturizing Shampoo for Dry Hair

When choosing a shampoo, you want to find something that will add some much-needed moisture to your hair. A good ingredient for this is black castor oil. You also want to avoid anything that contains sulfates because they can strip away your hair’s natural oils and take away that moisture.

Deep Conditioner for Thinning Hair

If you find yourself with thinning hair, you want to use a protein-based deep conditioner a few times a week. Egg white proteins, creatine, and rosemary oil are good ingredients if you choose to make your own deep conditioner for thinning hair.

For Damaged Hair

If you have frizzy hair that is unmanageable, then a protein treatment is necessary to help penetrate those damaged strands. However, keep in mind that these kinds of treatments should be used sparingly because they can ultimately cause more breakage when overused.

Argan oil, jojoba oil, and coconut oil are all great to use on dry and damaged hair. You can use these oils as a deep conditioning treatment, and this can help repair any damage you may be experiencing.

Tips for Choosing the Best Products

The best tip when it comes to choosing the best products is to know your hair type. First, determine if you have thick, medium, or fine hair. Next, what kind of hair is it? Do you have straight, wavy, curly, or kinky hair?

If your hair is straight, you have a resilient hair type, and it offers an abundance of shine. Styling oil is good to use on wet hair, and it won’t weigh you down.

Wavy hair has texture and walks a fine line between straight and curly hair. Wavy hair often needs frizz control. You should also use lighter products that contain natural oils instead of silicone.

For curly hair, you may be battling dry hair and frizz, so you want to use products that are sulfate-free and are moisture-rich.

When you learn what your natural hair type is, it will be much easier to narrow down the kind of products you should be using.

Meta: Determining your hair type is the best way to find what products will work best for your natural hair.

Dangers of Commercial Conditioner

How many times do you read the labels on your shampoo and conditioner bottles in the store before you purchase them? When you take the time to learn what is in your beauty products, you can better protect your health from potential risks that may be contained in the products you use on a daily basis.

Research has been done that shows that there are various chemicals inside of conditioners that can pose a serious risk to your health. These health risks include eye and skin irritation, hair loss, and possibly even cancer.

Below, we will take a closer look at a few of these dangers that can be found in commercial conditioners.

Sulfates

Sulfates are chemical detergents and are effective when it comes to removing dirt and oil. However, they might be a bit too effective, meaning they are ultimately harsh on your scalp and hair. They strip away the moisture that is supposed to keep your hair looking shiny and healthy.

They also often carry hormone disruptors, and some contain dioxane, which is a known carcinogen. This carcinogen has been thought to cause kidney dysfunctions.

Parabens

Parabens have a chemical composition that is very similar to the hormones that are found naturally in our bodies. Not only can parabens disrupt hormones, but they can also pose a cancer risk as well.

Fragrance

If you just see the word fragrance on the ingredients list, this is definitely something to steer clear of. When they use the term fragrance, manufacturers often hide other additions under the term. They put fragrance down, so they don’t have to actually name what those ingredients are.

Triclosan

This is an antibacterial agent that is typically added to personal care and beauty products as a preservative. It is reportedly thought to be an endocrine disruptor and can be just as harmful as parabens and xenoestrogens. It has also been widely linked to other health conditions, including immune system problems.

Polyethylene Glycol

This is another agent that is thought to disrupt the body. It is commonly known as a developmental toxin and has been contaminated by dioxane, a cancer-causing agent.

To avoid using products that may cause you harm, you should instead choose more natural options with ingredients that are safe and effective. It also never hurts to educate yourself on the ingredients in the products you use on a daily basis.

Meta: Before you continue to use commercial conditioners, stop, and research the ingredients on the label. You may find yourself wanting something more natural and safe to use.

5 Simple Ways to Repair Damaged Hair

If your hair is damaged, it may appear brittle and will break off easily. Damaged hair is also one of the trickiest conditions to treat, and this is often because the hair is already so overprocessed. Below, you will find a list of 5 simple ways you can start to repair your damaged hair.

Choose a Healthy Diet

When you choose a healthier diet that is loaded with whole foods including fruit and vegetables, you are giving yourself a plentiful supply of Biotin, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and iron. All of these nutrients are essential for healthy and strong hair.

Protect Against Sun Damage

When your hair is exposed to the sun too often, it can become brittle and even more prone to breakage. This is especially true if you have lighter hair color. To protect your hair from the sun, make sure to wear a hat, and use products that offer UV protection.

Hair Mask and Hair Oils

Deep conditioning your hair on a weekly basis can also help promote a healthy scalp and shiny hair. A coconut hair mask, for example, can nourish and moisturize the hair while also protecting the hair against breakage and further damage.

Hair oil is another beneficial product to use and can also help combat frizziness without weighing down the hair or making it appear greasy. Argan oil is an especially good hair oil that absorbs quickly and is full of antioxidants.

Avoid Chemical Treatments

If you are used to processing your hair, you may want to consider giving it a rest for a while so that the hair can begin to heal and rejuvenate. This means you should avoid coloring your hair, bleaching the hair, and heat styling, along with any other chemical treatments you are used to using.

Use a Leave-In Conditioner

Finally, it never hurts to start using a leave-in conditioner. Shampoo and condition your hair as you normally would and then towel dry when you are finished. You can then add the leave-in conditioner to your hair. Work the conditioner into the hair thoroughly and then add in a hair oil as mentioned above to lock in the moisture.

Not only will this help repair damaged hair, but it will also bring some moisture back to the hair and make your hair much easier to work with and manage.

If you follow these five simple tricks, you will be well on your way to healthy, strong hair.

 

Meta: If you follow these five easy steps, you will be on your way to healthier hair while combatting future damage