You can get great results from home hair care, just like with expensive salon treatments. Experts say you can make a mask with just two ingredients that’ll nourish your hair and help it grow.
A lot of people have problems with their hair, like it being dry and slow-growing, no matter what season it is. City Magazine suggests making a simple homemade mask with two ingredients that, according to reviews, will help improve hair condition and stimulate growth without expensive salon treatments. All you need to make it is coconut oil and cinnamon.
Coconut oil is great for moisturizing hair, reducing dryness and breakage, and locking in moisture because it really penetrates the hair instead of just sitting on the surface. Cinnamon works on a different principle. When you apply it, it creates a feeling of warmth on the scalp, which stimulates blood circulation. Better blood flow means more nourishment for the hair follicles, which over time can make your hair stronger and help it grow more quickly. It’s the mix of nourishment and stimulation that has made this mask a hit among fans of natural care.
The most noticeable changes usually happen over time and are more about the quality of your hair. Hair becomes softer, more elastic, easier to style, and looks more voluminous at the roots. It’ll help keep your hair thicker and longer because it’ll reduce breakage.
To make the mask, mix one tablespoon of coconut oil and one teaspoon of cinnamon until it’s all mixed together. If the oil is solid, warm it up a bit so that the mixture is easy to apply. You’ll want to put the mask on your scalp, massaging it in with your fingertips, and then put the rest of it in your hair. After that, cover the head with a towel or shower cap to keep it warm.
You usually leave the product on for 30 to 45 minutes, but if it starts burning or hurting, you should take it off. After the procedure, the hair is thoroughly washed with shampoo and, if necessary, conditioner is used. For best results, use the mask once a week, and don’t go overboard.
This method of care is great for people with dull hair, dry or brittle ends, slow growth, or a tired scalp. But if you’ve got sensitive skin, it’s a good idea to test the product on a small area first, since cinnamon can be irritating.
It’s important to note that even natural remedies require some caution. Healthy, thick hair is the result of consistent care, not a one-time procedure.