Does your hair fall doubles during the monsoon season? Do dandruff, frizziness and roughness trouble you during the rainy season? If your answer to the above questions is a big fat YES, these monsoon hair masks are just for you. They will undoubtedly get rid of all your hair problems.
So let’s check out these fantastic home remedies for monsoon hair-
Best monsoon hair masks
Hair oil
Massage oil into the scalp the previous night before washing your hair.
Massaging your hair improves blood circulation, which creates the optimum environment for hair growth.
To do the Inversion Method:
Prepare your scalp treatment.
Pour the oil (you can use the oils mentioned below) into an applicator bottle and heat in a bowl of hot water or place in the microwave for just a few seconds until warm, not hot.
Apply the oil directly to your scalp and massage it evenly. Move your fingers in a circular motion.
Scalp massages are very beneficial for increasing circulation, strengthening hair and stimulating growth.
Hair oils perfect for monsoon are
Bhringaraj
Known as the King of the herbs, mix Bhringaraj with coconut or sesame oil. This mixture is rich in protein. Bhringaraj also restores the original colour of your hair.
Brahmi
When mixed with sesame oil, Brahmi prevents hair loss. It helps thicken the hair and adds volume to it. Brahmi also has calming effects on the mind and body.
Almond Oil
Almond oil is the best oil for dry and frizzy hair. It adds lustre, strength and shine to the hair and controls hair loss. Almond oil is rich in Vitamin E, Calcium and Magnesium.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is effective for fine hair. It prevents premature greying.
Sesame Oil
Sesame oil is rich in manganese, copper, calcium and vitamin B1. This oil is best for frizzy and dry hair. It has antifungal and antioxidant properties and protects the hair from chlorine. Hence, one can apply it before swimming.
Banana and honey hair mask
Take one banana and 1 tbsp honey in a blender. Blend until you get a smooth mixture. Strain this mixture in a bowl using a sieve.
Before applying this hair mask, detangle your hair using a comb. Apply the mask by sectioning your hair from the scalp to the length of your hair.
Wear a shower cap and let this mixture do its magic for 25 minutes. After that, wash your hair using a mild shampoo.
Banana is very nourishing for our hair. It has antibacterial properties to calm down the itchy scalp and smoothens the appearance of rough hair. Honey reduces hair breakage, restores shine and softens them. It is one of the easiest to make monsoon hair masks.
Egg mask
Your hair needs protein- especially during the monsoon season, as the hair follicles become more brittle with the advent of rain. For this hair mask, you need-
- Three eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Take egg white in a bowl. Whisk it until it gets frothy. Add olive oil to the egg white and mix the entire mixture thoroughly. Detangle your hair and apply this hair mask by sectioning your hair. Leave it in your har for 20 minutes before washing it off.
An egg is a superfood for our hair. It has protein, Vitamins A and E that make our hair thick and healthy.
Olive oil brings more moisture to the hair. It reduces damage and split ends.
Aloe vera hair mask
- Two aloe leaf
- 1 tbsp hibiscus powder
Extract fresh aloe vera gel from the leaf and put it in a blender. Add hibiscus powder to it and blend this mixture.
Apply this hair mask to your detangled hair from the roots to the length and leave it on your hair for 30 minutes. Post that, wash your hair thoroughly.
Aloe vera has active ingredients that strengthen our hair. It controls dandruff and excessive oil production.
Aloe vera protects the hair from sun damage. Hibiscus stops hair loss and prevents premature ageing of the hair. It is one of the best monsoon hair masks for treating dandruff.
Yoghurt hair mask
- 4-5 tbsp yoghurt
- Lemon
- Take yoghurt in a bowl.
- Add a few drops of lemon to it.
- Apply it to your detangled hair.
- Wash this hair mask after 30 minutes.
Yoghurt cleanses the scalp and promotes hair growth. It makes your hair strong and healthy by conditioning it.
Lemon is rich in vitamin C, which boosts hair growth and controls dandruff.
Clarifying hair mask
- 2 tbsp curry leaf powder
- 1 tbsp neem
Take curry leaf powder and neem in a bowl. Add water until you get a paste-like consistency. Apply this hair mask to your scalp and wash it off after 15 minutes.
Curry leaves have antioxidants that strengthen the hair roots and prevent hair loss.
Neem prevents and cures all the problems related to the scalp.
Curry leaves hair mask
- 1/2 cup curd or yoghurt
- Handful curry leaves
Take curd or yoghurt in a blender. Add curry leaves to it.
Blend the mixture until you get a smooth paste. Apply to your hair from the root to the ends and wash it after 20 minutes.
Flax seed gel
- 2 tbsp flax seeds
- 1 cup water
Take flax seeds in a pan. Add water and boil this mixture for 5 minutes on a low flame. Strain this mixture immediately using a sieve. Do not delay straining the gel as it thickens upon getting cooled down. Once flaxseed gel cools down, apply it to your detangled hair section by section and then wash it off using mild shampoo after 25 minutes.
Flaxseed has vitamin E, which treats hair loss and prevents flaking by nourishing the scalp from within. It is one of the monsoon hair masks that acts as a natural conditioner.
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Monsoon hair tips
- Use a wide-toothed wooden comb to comb your hair.
- Avoid using a plastic rubber band.
- Wash your hair at least twice a week.
- Do not colour your hair during monsoon season.
- Say no to using any heat on your hair.
- Let your hair air dry, and do not tie them while wet.
- If your hair gets frizzy during the monsoon season, use apple cider vinegar and rinse after shampooing your hair. For 1 cup of water, you need 1/8 cup of apple cider vinegar.
- Switch your pillow cover with a silk one.
- Do not try any new hair product during this season.
- If your hair gets wet in the rainwater, ensure that you wash them with shampoo after returning home.