While the natural hair community is booming with lots of products that are organic, paraben-free and sulfate-free, it is still bursting at the seams with mixtresses who create their own hair remedies. It sure does not hurt to mix up your own hair treats once in a while. In fact, many well established brands began right at home by mixing up ingredients that proved to produce great results. These three DIY recipes are easy to make and are budget-saving.
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DIY Moisturizing Conditioner
This conditioning mix is great for naturals who suffer from dryness, because it is loaded with natural emollients and moisturizers. Honey and glycerin are humectants while Greek yogurt and olive oil contribute to locking in the moisture in your strands.
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. pure vegetable glycerin
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
DIY All-Natural Detangler
This recipe here has been a lifesaver for me. It melts away my knots and tangles. The secrets to its effectiveness are the emollients. Each ingredient adds lubricating properties to this mix.- 4 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. avocado oil
- 2 Tbsp. glycerin
- ½ Tbsp. coconut cream
DIY Moisturizing Leave-In Spritz
Many naturalistas commit to spritzing their hair at least once a day, in order to give their strands an extra moisture boost. I’ve found this particular recipe as effective as a leave-in mix.- ¼ cup-water
- 2 Tbsp. aloe vera juice
- 1 Tsp. glycerin
- 1 Tsp. olive oil
What are your favorite DIY recipes? We’d love to know! What ingredients work best for your hair, and which don’t?