DIY Aloe Vera Coconut Oil for Hair: Achieving Strong and Shiny Locks at Home With 2 Ingredients
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Jinane Doughan is a professional make-up artist with a degree from the French Fashion Institute ESMOD Dubai. She specialized in natural handmade skincare and haircare products.
She shares her expertise on her YouTube channel, Jinane World, with 700+ educational videos and 135K+ subscribers.
She is an accredited Master Trainer and gives workshops at a reputed academy that has 16 branches worldwide. She offers in-depth video courses about natural skincare and haircare.
Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice. Use any natural skincare or haircare products at your own risk and perform a patch test before use.
The recipe to make the DIY Aloe Vera Coconut Oil for Hair is simple and requires two ingredients only: aloe vera leaves and coconut oil, both of which are packed with nourishing properties that can help strengthen and rejuvenate your locks.
By blending these two ingredients together, you can create a powerful hair care solution that will leave your hair looking and feeling healthier than ever.
In this article, we’ll go over the benefits of aloe vera and coconut oil for hair, as well as provide a step-by-step guide on how to make your own DIY aloe vera coconut oil for hair at home. Get ready to achieve the luscious locks you’ve always wanted with this simple yet effective hair care solution!
Ingredients Needed
- Aloe Vera leaves
- Coconut oil
Choose high-quality ingredients to boost the effectiveness and safety of your DIY beauty products. Also, where an essential oil is included in my recipes, I utilize either of two types of essential oils: pure if added in drops, or diluted if mixed in grams—For diluted essential oil, mix 1 gram (0.035 oz) of pure essential oil with 100 grams (3.5 oz) of sweet almond oil or jojoba oil.
Tools Needed
- Bowl
- Beaker
- Knife
- Measuring cup
- Glass bottle or jar to store the final product
Steps: DIY Aloe Vera Coconut Oil for Hair
1- Start by carefully slicing off the sides of the aloe vera leaf to remove any spikes.
2- Once the sides have been sliced off, cut the leaf into approximately 3 cm wide pieces. We do this to ensure that the aloe vera leaf releases all its benefits. Place the cut pieces in a bowl for now.
3- Pour 1 cup of coconut oil into a beaker.
4- Place the beaker with the coconut oil in a hot water bath (bain-marie). A hot water bath is done by placing the beaker in a larger pot of hot steaming water. This will gradually heat the coconut oil without causing it to burn.
5- Once the coconut oil has warmed slightly, add the chopped aloe vera.
6- While stirring the contents, keep the beaker in the hot water bath till the coconut oil starts to boil.
7- Once the oil has started to boil, remove the beaker from the hot water bath, and allow its contents to cool off fully.
8- Slowly pour the aloe vera oil into a glass bottle or jar.
9- Place a few freshly cut pieces of aloe vera leaf into the jar.
10- Done!
How To Use: DIY Aloe Vera Coconut Oil for Hair
Using DIY aloe vera coconut oil for hair is easy and convenient. Here’s how you can incorporate it into your haircare routine:
- Apply the oil to your hair, focusing on the roots and ends.
- Leave the mixture on your hair for 30 minutes.
- Rinse your hair with lukewarm water and shampoo as usual.
For best results, use this DIY aloe vera coconut oil hair mask once a week.
Benefits: DIY Aloe Vera Coconut Oil for Hair
DIY aloe vera coconut oil for hair offers a range of benefits for your locks, including:
- Moisturizes hair: Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids that can penetrate deep into the hair shaft and provide moisture. Aloe vera is also known for its hydrating properties, which can help prevent dryness and breakage.
- Strengthens hair: Aloe vera contains proteolytic enzymes that can repair damaged hair and promote hair growth. Meanwhile, the lauric acid in coconut oil can help strengthen hair and prevent breakage.
- Reduces dandruff: The antifungal and antibacterial properties of coconut oil can help reduce dandruff, while aloe vera’s soothing properties can help alleviate scalp irritation.
- Adds shine: The nourishing properties of both aloe vera and coconut oil can help add shine to dull hair, leaving it looking lustrous and healthy.
By using DIY aloe vera coconut oil for hair, you can enjoy these benefits and achieve strong, shiny, and healthy locks naturally.
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Video How-To on My Channel | Jinane World
The steps to make the DIY Aloe Vera Coconut Oil for Hair are demonstrated in this video.
