Hair can be straightened permanently in the salon through chemical treatment and heating appliances. But the chemicals and hot irons damage the hair and make them rough and dry.
There are some natural methods used at home to straighten the hair. These are done by using natural ingredients. They straighten the hair without damaging them and leave them soft, smooth and silky. They do not give instant results but are safe and effective if used regularly with patience.
Natural methods to straighten hair
Celery leaves
Help in making the hair straight and nourishing them. Extract the juice of celery by chopping, grinding and straining the liquid. Store this liquid in a bottle and leave it overnight. Apply it on the scalp and to the length of the hair in the morning. Leave the juice on the hair for an hour after combing it with a wide tooth comb. Wash and blow dry the hair gently with a brush made of natural bristles.
Milk
This is a very popular method of making the hair straight using milk. The tangles need to be combed off and then a mixture of milk and water sprayed on the hair. Leave the milk on the hair for half an hour and then wash it with water. . Comb the hair with a wide tooth comb to give them a straight look.
Coconut milk
It is another good ingredient used to straighten the hair. Coconut milk can be extracted by grating and blending the coconut. Add few drops of lemon juice to it and keep it in the fridge overnight. The next morning a creamy layer will be formed of this mixture. Then apply it on the scalp and hair. Wrap the head in a hot towel and leave it for an hour. Wash the hair with water and use a wide tooth comb to comb the hair. This treatment must be done three times a week to get good results.
Multani mitti or Fuller’s earth
This can also be used to straighten hair. Make a paste of Fuller’s earth, egg white and rice flour by mixing them together thoroughly. Apply the paste on the hair and leave it for an hour, Comb the hair straight with a wide comb and then wash it with water using a mild shampoo. You must have heard about fuller’s earth’s remedy for glowing skin. But, it is quite rare to know about the same remedy.
Banana and Yogurt Pack
Mix banana, yogurt, few drops of olive oil and one vitamin capsule together to form a smooth paste. Apply this paste with a brush all over the scalp and hair. Comb the mixture in the scalp and cover it with a shower cap. This mask helps to moisturise the hair and keep the hair straight and beautiful. The combination of yogurt and banana will help you keep your hair really smooth and straight for a longer time.
Banana and avocado hair mask
This remedy helps to straighten the hair by nourishing the hair, making them sleeker and manageable. Mash avocado and banana together to make a paste. Apply this paste on the hair and scalp. Wash it after an hour with lukewarm water. The banana as well as Avocado mask work well to make your hair straight and silky. Along with maintaining the health of your hair, you can also make your hair really beautiful. You can now avail this homemade remedy at least twice in a week to stay healthy by your hair. Also take time to make the paste of the mixture as that can help you make the pack much more effective.
Castor oil
This has hair growth and hair straightening properties. Simply massage castor oil on damp scalp, and then comb the hair. Blow drying at low heat can be done while combing the hair after dividing them into sections. After blow drying wrap the hair with a cold towel for half an hour. This process will soothe the hair and restore the straightness. Castor oil can be easily available in the market or departmental store that can be readily purchased ideally.
Simple tips to get shiny straight hair
Rinse the hair with cold water
Cold water does not allow the hair to shrink and so they remain straight. Warm water opens the cuticles of the hair while cold water closes the pores. Cold water also lets the hair stay flat and prevents it from rolling. Some people are having a habit of using hot water to wash their hair on a regular basis. But, it is not a good practice as this can give rise to rough and dry hair. Even there is a good chance that your hair will fall out.
Pat dry your hair
It is advisable to avoid rubbing the hair with a towel after wash. They must be wrapped in a towel to remove the excess water. Rubbing wet hair tends to damage the hair and lead to breakage. It is really important to stay away from the habit of tiding the wet hair. Your hair roots are very sensitive and can easily break once a single pull is followed.
Use a Protective gel or serum
Usually straightening of hair is done by flat irons or straightening appliances that use heat. A good quality protective serum will prevent the hair from damage and breakage. This gel or serum is beneficial if used before using the straightening appliances. There are several brands of protective serums available in the market which give an instant shine to the hair.
Regular trims
Regular trims of your hair help to keep the hair ends smooth by getting rid of the split ends which spoil the appearance of the straightened hair. Trimming must be done on a regular basis so that your hair does not get any split ends. You must visit once in every six month to your regular parlour in order to trim your hair so that the split ends gets removed quickly.
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