Coconut in beauty practices have gained popularity in the Western world today. In India, it's been an age-old beauty ingredient that dates back to generations
Coconut is rich in lauric and caprylic acid, which make it anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial. It is also packed with vitamin E
Components Of Coconut
Coconut is excellent for hair.
It is filled with nutrients to moisturise lengths, soothe scalp and protect from damage from roots to end
Beauty Benefits Of Coconut
Possibly the most resourceful nut there is, almost every part of the coconut can be used for the hair. Its milk, oil, water and flesh can be added in home remedies
Using Coconut For Hair
Combine a beaten egg with
3 tablespoons of coconut milk and
1 tablespoon of olive oil. Apply to the roots and lengths, leave for 3 hours and wash off
DIY Mask To Strengthen Hair
In a spray bottle, mix 5 tablespoons of coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of vitamin E oil, 5 drops of lavender essential oil and water. Spritz this leave-in conditioner
DIY Coconut Milk Conditioner
Combine 5 tablespoons coconut oil with 5 drops of jojoba oil and 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Store in a dropper bottle and rub over lengths to soften hair, reduce frizz
Coconut Oil Hair Serum
Mix 4 tablespoons coconut cream with
1 mashed banana and 3 tablespoons of almond oil. Apply, leave for 3-4 hours and wash off
Coconut Cream Conditioner
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