Coconut Hair Masks

Exotic walnut in our homeland appeared a long time ago. In ancient times, the product was used not only for food, but also as all kinds of masks. Currently, shavings are made from coconut pulp, and walnut oil is actively added to cosmetics. Let's consider in more detail how to use the product for hair in the form of masks.

Coconut Composition

• vitamins C, E, B, N;
• protein complex;
• mineral components;
• acids (lauric, caproic, linoleic, oleic).

Action of coconut oil

Coconut oil is considered a storehouse of useful elements for hair and skin. The composition contains saturated acids (fatty), triglycerides. Thanks to valuable trace elements, coconut oil easily penetrates the dermis. The composition nourishes the hair follicles, enriching them with nutritional components.

1. Food. Coconut oil is considered a unique composition, the tool is suitable for any type of hair. The product is of particular benefit to the fair sex, in whom the hair is prone to brittleness, dryness, weakening and cross-section. Coconut oil restores the structure of the hair and heals them to the fullest.
2. Moisturizing. Coconut composition returns the former elasticity, radiance, splendor, smoothness. The result of destruction is often a neglect of curls (perm, coloring, frequent use of varnishes, mousses and thermal appliances). If coconut oil is systematically applied, hair loss will stop, and hair growth will normalize.
3. Protection. Often, the nutritional composition is used in the summer. A creamy mass based on coconut restores and protects curls from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays, sea air and water.
4. Treatment. Coconut oil has an antibacterial effect. The tool has worked well in the fight against dandruff, dryness, seborrhea and itching. If you adhere to practical recommendations and systematically apply the composition to the hair, you will soon get rid of ailments.

Important!
The composition can harm the head and hair if you have an individual susceptibility to the product. It is forbidden to rub unrefined oil in the dermis and roots of curls. Otherwise, the pores are clogged, natural metabolism is disturbed.

How to make Coconut Hair Oil

1. The composition can be easily purchased at any cosmetics store. The price range of the product varies between 300-500 rubles. for 100 gr. Coconut oil at home is prepared quite simply. In addition, you will be sure of its benefits.
2. The composition, prepared according to classical technology, will soften and provide proper nutrition to the hair. The product prevents the formation of dandruff and hair loss. To prepare the product you will need ripe nuts and purified water.
3. Choose a quality coconut, chop, drain the liquid into a separate container and remove the pulp. Chop the product into small pieces, place on a baking sheet covered with parchment. Send the pulp into the oven at 120 degrees for 5-7 minutes.
4. After this, you need to chop the coconut, resort to the help of a food processor. Pour the chips into a convenient container, fill the product with 300 ml. water, the temperature of which should be about 80 degrees. Knead the composition with a mortar until it cools completely.
5. After the manipulation, the product must be filtered and rubbed through a fine sieve. Place the finished product in a glass jar. Close the container with capron, put it in the refrigerator. After 6 hours, the oil is ready for use.

Use of Coconut Oil for Hair

1. For long curls. In cosmetology, the composition is used for various purposes. If you are the owner of long hair, the product must be applied along the entire length. In this case, it is important to consider that when applying, you need to indent from the roots a few centimeters. Otherwise, you will lose your former volume and gain a greasy shine.
2. For damaged tips. If the strands suffer brittleness and cross-section, it is recommended to distribute the product on a wet head. It is important to apply coconut oil on clean hair in order to achieve the desired result. In this case, only problem areas should be processed.
3. For hair growth. Growing long and lush strands will help head massage with coconut oil. Manipulation should be carried out with intense movements for 15 minutes. Moreover, it is enough to perform only 1 procedure in 6-8 days.
4. For styling hair. Some girls naturally have stiff and naughty hair. A similar problem can be dealt with. Regularly moisten the mop with a homemade coconut mixture, diluting the oil with water (1: 1). Spray curls from a spray bottle.

Homemade Coconut Oil Masks

Bergamot ether and horseradish

1. Combine in a small container of 15 ml. olive oil and 35 gr. coconut product. Preheat components to 43–47 degrees.
2. Remove the composition from the water bath, add 25 gr. chopped horseradish root and 3-4 drops of bergamot ether. Stir the product until smooth.
3. Apply the composition with massage movements only to the base of the hair. Wrap your head in polyethylene and a scarf. Perform water procedures after half an hour.
4. Get rid of the mask with non-hot water and detergent. Use a coconut oil based formulation for a crescent.

Burdock oil and ginger

1. The therapeutic composition awakens dormant follicles, accelerates growth. Refined coconut oil does not clog pores. As a result, oxygen enrichment of cells is normalized.
2. Build a steam bath, install a container, add 25 gr. burdock and 35 gr. coconut oils. Warm components to 40 degrees.
3. In a fat composition you need to add 30 gr. finely chopped ginger root and 2 egg yolks. Stir the product until smooth.
4. Rub the mask into the scalp, wrap it with a film and a towel. After 35 minutes, rinse the mop with a herbal decoction with chamomile extract.
5. If you want to contribute to the speedy growth of hair, it is recommended to leave the mask overnight, while the towel can be removed. Upon awakening, wash your hair in the manner described above.

Nettle broth and yeast

1. The tool is especially effective for restoring and strengthening the structure of hair. Strain 30 ml. herbal broth, mix 25 gr. yeast and 35 gr. coconut oil.
2. Warm up the components a little and mix thoroughly. Spread the mask with a cosmetic brush along the entire length. Wrap strands in a classic way.
3. The product must be washed off without the use of cosmetic shampoo. Rinse the curls several times with a solution based on lemon juice.

Jasmine Ether and Shea Butter

1. The mask is aimed at combating split ends and damaged curls. A huge advantage of this tool is that the composition can be used constantly. The mask perfectly protects the strands from damage and temperature changes.
2. Put in a bowl 12 gr. coconut product and 10 ml. Shea butter, add 3 drops of jasmine ether to the common component. Beat the ingredients with a mixer.
3. The tool should be applied to the ends of the head after taking water procedures. Rinse off the mask is not necessary. If necessary, blot the excess with a tissue.

Cottage cheese and peach butter

1. For the product, you need to use unrefined coconut oil. As a result, the hair will receive proper nutrition, hydration, saturation with vitamins and acids.
2. Take 12 gr. homemade cottage cheese, mix with 10 ml. peach oil, 30 gr. coconut product and 50 ml.chamomile broth (concentrated).
3. Get the ingredients from a homogeneous mixture. Moisturize your curls and step back a few centimeters from the roots, then distribute the mask over your hair. Wait 25 minutes, remove the composition with a solution of citrus juice.

White clay and starch

1. The mask normalizes the pH balance, reduces the release of sebum. The tool is recommended for oily hair type. Melt 15 gr. coconut product in a steam bath.
2. Mix oil with 20 ml. yogurt, whisk the ingredients with a whisk. After this, mix 17 gr. white clay and 7 gr. corn starch.
3. Before applying, the head should not be clean. Divide the hair into partings, apply a homogeneous mass to the strands. Remove the product after 30 minutes, use a shampoo.

Patchouli cream and butter

1. The tool gives a noticeable shine to the hair, restores the damaged structure of the hair and nourishes the curls. Heat 12 ml in a small container. cream up to 40 degrees.
2. Stir in a dairy product 15 gr. coconut oil, beaten chicken egg and 2 drops of patchouli ether. Wash your hair, spread the mask on wet curls with a brush.
3. Insulate your hair, wait 40 minutes. Wash your hair with non-hot water again. Shampoo does not need to be used. At the end of the procedure, rinse the mop with a herbal decoction.

Salt and grape oil

1. The mask resists the formation of fungi, fights against dandruff. For the desired result, the procedure must be done 7-9 times. Mix in a small cup 13 gr. fine salt, 7 gr. coconut composition and 6 ml. grape oil.
2. Warm the components a little, knead until smooth. Spread the product with massaging movements. Wait no more than 7 minutes. Wash your hair without shampoo. Rinse the hair with a solution based on wine vinegar.

Honey and Starch

1. The tool perfectly restores depleted curls, gives shine and prevents brittleness. Melt in a water bath 50 gr. honey, add 30 gr. coconut composition and 6 ml. avocado oil.
2. After the composition has a uniform consistency, 25 g should be added to it. natural starch. Spread the mask over your hair for 20 minutes. Remove the composition, rinse the curls with a decoction of viburnum.

Egg and pantothenic acid

1. The tool is especially effective for naughty strands with a rigid structure. Melt 28 gr. coconut oil according to classical technology, add to it an egg and 20-23 drops of pantothenic acid.
2. Get components of a uniform composition, apply to hair. Consider that you need to deviate from the roots of 3 cm. Wrap the hair with cellophane and a cloth. After 50 minutes, wash your hair with detergent.

Coconut oil is considered a unique product, with its help you will give your hair a pristine look. You can also tidy your skin with this composition. Do not be lazy and try on yourself recipes for all masks. There is no point in overpaying for cosmetics from a professional line.

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