You will find information on many types of quality natural hair care products throughout this website. Don't miss the easy natural hair gel recipe towards
the bottom of this page!
Most people, especially women, are constantly looking for new ways to make their hair strong and shiny.
That's why television commercials are saturated with advertisements for shampoos, conditioners, and other hair
care products. The problem with most of them is they contain harmful synthetic chemicals that cause adverse effects over time. Natural
hair care products are the only kind that will give women the look they desire without harming their hair or the
environment.
How do we define natural hair care products?
These are hair products that are made from mainly natural ingredients and therefore eliminate the risks of
using the more common chemical-based hair products.
As you probably already know, the products that most people use on a daily basis are shampoo and
conditioner. Shampoo is meant to be a cleanser that removes excess oil, dirt, and deposits like hair spray. Synthetic chemicals that are used in hair
care products effectively do this, but they are so harsh that they also strip away the hair's natural moisture. Natural shampoo cleanses hair gently,
moisturizes it, and improves volume.
The purpose of conditioner is to moisturize the hair and scalp. They also provide shine and fullness to the
hair and keep it from tangling and breaking during combing or brushing. Synthetic chemicals can weigh down their hair, which contradicts its original
intent. For the most effective results, conditioners with natural ingredients are the most successful option.
Non-natural products often contain ingredients that are believed to have potential for creating certain
ailments.Below are some examples.
Parabens: preservatives used in most shampoos. There is some concern that they can
actually permeate our skin and enter the bloodstream.
Sodium laurel sulfate: It's a foaming agent that has already been linked in some
studies to mutated genetic material. It is found in most conditioners and shampoos.
Propylene glycol: is a petroleum derivative that acts as a moisturizer and is
thought to be a skin irritant. It can even penetrate the skin and weaken cell structure.
Natural products contain ingredients found in nature and will be free of the above mentioned ingredients.
Some common examples are aloe vera, chamomile, grapefruit extract, ginger, lavender, rosemary, avocado, shea butter, thyme, and essential oils. The
ingredients vary depending on the type of product being used and the desired results. Some are more for cleaning, and others are intended for
conditioning or hair dye. You can even find fragrance free options with these kinds of products.
Popular Natural Hair Products
Burt's Bees
Burts Bees shampoos, conditioners, and other hair products are among the best natural hair care products in
the industry. Can be found online and in many retail stores such as Walgreens. Hair Repair Shea Grapefruit Deep Conditioner, at around $8, repairs
brittle or dry hair with wonderful ingredients straight from nature. It uses shea butter, honey, and grapefruit extract to hydrate and bring out
shine.
Their products are known for not containing irritants or carcinogens. Burt's Bees also has a cruelty free
policy which is highly sought after by many consumers.
Aubrey Organics
Aubrey Organics is another great company known
for 100% natural hair and body care products. We like NuStyle Organic Hairspray, a plant-based spray made with many certified organic ingredients.
Contains quinoa protein to hold hair in place, and gum Arabic and rice syrup to thicken hair and add control. The products is also vegan and cruelty
free. Retails for about $10. Their website is the easiest way to find all of their products but they can also be found at some stores such as local
vitamin and natural health care shops.
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These products have been consistently growing in popularity. One of their best sellers is Hair Milk
Shampoo. Sold in a container that resembles a container of milk, this shampoo is fast-absorbing and lightweight. Ingredients consist of shea butter,
cocoa butter, vitamins, and essential oil of lemongrass for hydration. Also gives curls shine and bounce. Contains
lilly of the valley for a lovely fragrance. Retails for about $9. Once again, you can view all their products and purchase directly from their site
or use their site's store-locator if you prefer to find a local retailer.
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Another desire that many people have is to stimulate the growth of hair and make it stronger. The only way
to ensure these things is by using natural hair cleansers and conditioners and taking nutritional supplements. Vitamins C and B5 work with processes
in the body to promote hair growth and prevent hair loss. Forget about all those expensive products that promise to stimulate hair growth, women who
want longer hair just need natural products, patience, and time.
Women who use natural hair care products will see an immediate improvement when they switch from using
beauty products with synthetic ingredients. There are gels, sprays, creams, shampoos, conditioners, and other hair treatments available that are made
entirely from natural ingredients. This means there are styling and treatment products any woman's hair needs and wants. Although you can simply buy
popular products from places like Burts Bees, Aveda, Carols Daughter's, and Aubrey Organics, you might find it fun and more economical to make
homemade products yourself.
How to Make Natural Hair Gel
One of the most popular and simplest solutions on how to make natural hair gel involves use of flax seed.
Flax seed comes from the flax plant, which is known to produce linen. Using flax seed to make natural hair gel has many benefits. These include the
following:
Flax seeds have been found to contain antioxidant properties. This means that the gel tends rid your
hair of any harmful build-up of chemicals
The seeds are alcohol free so you do not have to worry about the gel drying your hair
Gel from flax seeds acts as a moisturizer for your hair
Flax seeds are easily available and are less expensive to buy
The preparation method is quick and does not require additional ingredients
Ingredients:
All you need is 1 cup water and 1/4 cup flax seeds.
Preparation:
The preparation method of how to make this natural gel from flax seed is easy. Some recipes recommend
soaking the flax seeds overnight for a thicker gel. Soaking overnight also reduces the boiling time.
What you need to do is simply mix the flax seed and water before placing it in a pot on medium heat. Boil
for 10 - 15 minutes stirring occasionally to prevent the seeds from sticking together.
Using a cheese cloth or disused panty-hose strain the mixture and let it cool. Alternatively, you can just
scoop up the gel from the pan. You can then refrigerate the remaining mixture and reuse it for second batch of natural hair gel the next time you
need it.
Depending on the condition of your hair, there are many other ingredients you can add to flax seed gel to
vice your hair the desired effect. Feel free to add your favourite scent of essential oil if you desire.
To make your natural hair gel last longer, citrus lemon, rosemary, and clove are just a few of the
ingredients you can use as preservatives. Aloe Vera, gel/juice, jojoba, avocado, or Shea butter is excellent moisturizers. Adding these to your hair
gel can be especially useful during the winter months when hair tends to become dry and brittle.
For the best results, always select the organic versions of the ingredients you are buying. This is because
they contain more natural properties than genetically modified versions.
A fresh batch of gel can last up to 2 weeks in the fridge with no preservatives. If you do not wish to make
natural hair gel regularly, then you may want to freeze part of it and use it when needed.
And that is it!
Check out the other pages on this site for additional types of natural hair care products and further
recommendations. Good luck in your quest for healthier hair.
