Frizzy hair is daily trouble for many women, while for others, it’s an occasional problem, if at all. Whatever may be the case, frizzy hair is frustrating for any woman. Almost every woman covets shiny, silky, soft, bouncy, and voluminous hair. Frizzy hair could make you look dull, not to mention the difficulty it presents during styling.
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Why does frizz occur in hair at all? Let’s take a look at some of the common causes for frizzy hair:
- Lack of moisture. The cuticle layers of the hair strands needs moisture for them to be smooth
- Extreme humidity
- Regular use of a blow dryer
- Certain strong chemicals used in hair care products
- Swimming in chlorinated water
- Using the wrong kind of products for your hair type
- Lack of oil nourishment for your hair
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Home remedies for frizzy hair
No matter, there are several natural, safe, and easy home remedies for frizzy hair, that will tame those flyaways in no time, without any side effects. Let’s take a look.
1. Apple cider vinegar
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Again, apple cider vinegar to the rescue. The acidity in the apple cider vinegar will smooth out the frizziest hair by giving life to dull, dry hair.
Remedies: (1) Take equal amounts of apple cider vinegar and water and mix well. Use this solution as a final rinse after shampooing your hair. Not only does this remedy frizzy hair, it will add shine to your hair too. Use it every two to four weeks.
(2) Take a half a cup of apple cider vinegar and dilute it with water of equal amount. Now apply this solution onto your scalp with a cotton ball, so that the whole of your scalp is done. Gently comb your hair so that there’s even distribution of the solution. Leave this on for about 10 to 15 minutes, before rinsing it with plain, lukewarm water. Use this once a week.
2. Almond oil and egg
The fatty acids in almond oil act as a natural hair emollient, while the proteins in the egg repair the hair strands. These two combined give your frizzy hair all the nourishment it’s lacking.
Remedy: Take a quarter cup of almond oil and beat it with one egg, till you get a smooth paste. Now apply this on your scalp and hair; leave it on for about 40 minutes, before washing it off with lukewarm water. Use this remedy once a week for best results.
Pro tip: Don’t use scalding hot water because that will make the egg to congeal and stick to your hair in clumps.
3. Beer
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The fermentation process behind beer is what makes it one of the best home remedies for frizzy hair. It has nutrients, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, and vitamins that are vital for your hair.
Remedies: (1) Douse your hair in beer and allow it to sit for a few minutes, before rinsing it with cold water. Use this remedy once every two weeks for best results.
(2) Mix equal amounts of shampoo, conditioner, and beer. Now apply this solution/paste on your hair and gently brush your hair so that every last strand of hair is coated with it. Leave it on for a few minutes and then wash is thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Pro tip: Using dark brews of beers will yield better results.
4. Carbonated water
Soda water, club soda, sparkling water – any of these work best in treating frizzy hair at home, without any chemicals. Carbonated water is basically carbon dioxide gas dissolved in water under pressure. Since this water has a low pH, this works best in fighting frizz caused by humidity.
Remedy: Before your regular shampoo due, rinse your hair with carbonated water. Although this works well in taming your frizzy hair, it might need reapplication quite regularly.
5. Coconut milk
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Coconut milk is a natural protein, and is one of the best things to nourish your frizzy hair. Extract coconut milk from the flesh, or buy it in a supermarket.
Remedy: Take 2 tablespoons of coconut milk and heat it in a pan till it’s warm. But be careful not to burn it. Apply this on your hair and scalp and cover it up with a shower cap. Leave it on overnight, before washing it off with a shampoo. Use this remedy twice a week for shiny, bouncy, silky hair.
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6. Bananas
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Bananas are rich in potassium, carbohydrates, natural oils, and vitamins. All these are amazing to condition your hair, because they lock in the moisture while also softening your hair. They also add luster to your hair, while help preventing split ends.
Remedy: Take a ripe banana and mash it thoroughly till there are no lumps. To this, add a quarter cup of yogurt, along with 2 tablespoons each of olive oil and honey. Apply this smooth paste all over your scalp and hair, and cover it with a shower cap. Leave it on for about half an hour, before rinsing it and conditioning it as usual. For best results, use this remedy once a week.
7. Avocado
An avocado hair mask is one of the best natural remedies to fight frizz. Avocado has high amounts of vitamin E, which help tame the frizz. The good fatty acids contained in avocado helps fight frizzy and unruly hair.
Remedies: (1) Mash a ripe avocado into a smooth paste. Now add a little olive oil and mix it well. Next, shampoo your hair and then apply this paste through your damp hair. Let it sit for 30 minutes to an hour, before washing it off with cold water. Use a conditioner to get rid of the avocado scent from your hair.
(2) Mash a ripe avocado into a smooth paste. To this, add curd or mayonnaise and mix well. Now apply this hair mask on your hair and scalp. Let it sit for about half an hour, before rinsing with lukewarm water. Use this remedy once or twice a week to prevent dryness.
8. Vitamin E oil
Vitamin E oil along with coconut oil work wonders on frizzy hair, by giving your hair the nourishment it is lacking. It also strengthens your hair.
Remedy: Take 1 part vitamin E oil, to which mix 4 parts unscented coconut oil. Warm this mixed oil in a double boiler, and apply it all over your scalp and hair with a cotton ball. Leave it on for about 40 minutes, before shampooing it as usual.
9. Olive oil
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Olive oil is one of the best things that nourishes you dull, dry, and frizzy hair by giving it the much-needed moisture. Olive oil helps lock the moisture on your hair strands in, while also deep conditioning it.
Remedy: Warm a cup of olive oil in a pan. Apply this warm oil on your scalp and hair with a cotton ball, so that it’s evenly distributed. Cover your hair with a hot towel to help increase its absorption into your scalp. Leave it on for about 30 minutes, before washing it off with lukewarm water. Use this remedy at least thrice a week for best results.
Pro tip: The same remedy can also be followed with almond oil, rosemary oil, castor oil, or coconut oil.
10. Eggs
While eggs contain serious proteins, egg yolks in particular are rich in essential fats that are natural moisturizers for your hair. Also, the egg whites contain enzymes that have the power to kill unwanted bacteria from the scalp.
Remedy: Take an egg and whisk it till it’s beaten properly. Now add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to this and mix well. Apply this on your hair and scalp and leave it on for half an hour, before rinsing it off with lukewarm water.
11. Lemon juice
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If your frizz is due to a dry scalp, then lemon juice will remedy that in no time at all. The acidity in the lemon juice has the power to strip the chemical buildup from hair, leaving it shiny and frizz-free.
Remedy: Squeeze two lemons into half a liter of water. Now apply this on your scalp and hair, massaging it in gently with your fingertips. After about half an hour, wash it off with cold water.
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12. Mayonnaise
One of the main ingredients in mayonnaise is egg, which gives shine to hair. It also strengthens your hair, while adding an extra protective layer of moisture on top.
Remedy: Mix half a jar of mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 egg yolk, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (for acidity). Whisk until it’s a smooth paste. Apply this on your freshly washed, damp hair, so that it gets evenly coated. Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it on for about 30 minutes. Then wash it off with cold water.
These are all the natural, safe home remedies for frizzy hair, available right in your kitchen. You just have to have the patience to make these natural remedies and apply them as per directions. If you do that, your hair will be frizz-free, shiny, soft, and bouncy to boot!
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