5 Foods You Have In Your Kitchen That Should Be In Your Hair

crunched by Crunchy Betty on September 29, 2010
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Baking soda should be in your hair if it has build-up.

Let’s make a pact today. You and me.

From now on, when we have a beauty issue, we’ll look in the cabinets – first – before we run out and buy an expensive (or even bargain) product to fix us.

And, I know, I know … there’s just something a little bit comforting about picking up a bottle of FancySchmancy-Make-You-Fabulous Potion; there’s some weird satisfaction in forking over your hard-earned money to feel hot.

But there’s a new and better feeling from fixing it yourself — by rummaging through your kitchen. (Put down the donuts. They do not belong on your hair.)

And don’t get me wrong, sometimes it’s easier or less time consuming to snag a product from the shelf. I’m just saying, kitchen first. Store second.

Now, I’m here to get you started with your tresses.

When I say “5 Foods You Have In Your Kitchen,” I mean “5 Foods That Are Still Left In My Kitchen,” because my produce drawer is really bare right now. I’ve had a hard time buying fruits and veggies since my week-long farmers market escapade a while back (that involved things like pumpkins). My burn-out is almost over, though. More fresh food beauty coming soon … I promise.

At this point, I figure if I have these 5 things in my kitchen, you SURELY have them in yours.

And we’re going to fix your hair. Today. Right now. And forever.

Amen.

1. Baking Soda

Do you have any idea how many times, on this blog, I have typed the words “baking soda?” Me either. But it has probably surpassed the number of beers Fiance’s friend James has drank while playing Rock Band. Why SO many times?

Because:

Baking

soda

kicks

butt.

Rinse Your Hair With Baking Soda Once a Week to Remove Build-Up

You can actually do this one of two ways: Add 2 Tbsp of baking soda to 3 cups of water. After shampooing, rinse with the baking soda water and then condition as you normally do. Or, if you have a way to keep your baking soda dry as you shower, put your shampoo in your hand (as usual) and then sprinkle a decent amount of baking soda on top of that. Then just wash your hair.

The baking soda will REALLY help clarify your hair and leave it shiny and silky – kinda like it’s brand new.

Who Should Use This: It’s okay for any hair type (especially if you only do it once a week), but it’s best served for people who have issues with hard water or product build-up, dull hair, or hair that just hangs out and doesn’t have much life to it. Like Fiance’s friend James.

2. Eggs

Condition, strengthen, and moisturize with an egg.

Why did the girl with dry hair cross the road?

To follow the chicken laying the eggs. (Who saw that coming?)

You know those fancy shampoos you buy that run around with sparkly labels boasting “protein for strengthening” in them? Well, you can get the same effect just by washing your hair with eggs.Â And egg yolks are nice and packed with vitamins A, D, and E – all great for shiny, healthy hair. To top it off, the fatty acids in eggs moisturize and condition like nothing else.

How to Use Eggs in Haircare

Much like the baking soda above, the quickest and easiest way to get the great egg effect for your hair is to add a beaten egg to your regular shampoo. Just whip up the egg and pour some shampoo in the bowl with it. Wash your hair as normal.

Alternatively, you could whip up one or two eggs (depending on your volume of hair) and rub them into dry hair. Cover with a towel or shower cap and leave on 15 minutes before washing out. And please heed the note below.

Note of Caution: As the lovely Miss Stephanie pointed out a few months ago, if you’re not careful with your eggs in the shower, you could end up with scrambled hair. Make sure the water you rinse with isn’t so hot as to cook the eggs. THAT would be a mess.

Who Should Use This: People who have brittle or delicate hair – or anyone just wanting to add luster, strengthening, and moisture.

3. Molasses or Maple Syrup

Molasses is a godsend for dry, overprocessed hair.

A few weeks ago, one of my beautiful friends barreled up to me sputtering, “Maple syrup. My hair. Maple syrup. My hair!”

I was ready to dial 911. Isn’t that a sign of a seizure? Anyway, what she was really saying is that for years she’d had dry, unmanageable hair – and then she did a maple syrup pack, and it was, almost instantly, moisturized again.

Molasses works in much the same way (and I personally prefer it, because I have a molasses-scent fetish).

But the author of The Beauty Cookbook, Kym Douglas, infamously poured maple syrup on her hair on the Ellen Show (which happens to be where my friend got the idea), which gave rise to this now-standard beauty trick.

How to Use Molasses or Maple Syrup on Your Hair

Pour either of these things (you can dilute the molasses with water if it’s too thick to scrub in) on dry hair. Wrap with plastic wrap or cover with a good shower cap. Leave on for 20 minutes. Wash as you normally do. Note: Please use real maple syrup or molasses – none of this “mostly high-fructose corn syrup” crud. That’s not going to help much.

Who Should Use This: People with dry hair or anyone who wants a very hearty boost of moisturizing.

Bonus: Black strap molasses, taken internally (about 2 tsp a day) can help clear up acne and strengthen hair and nails. In fact, a couple of studies have shown that daily ingestion of black strap molasses may, in fact, help alleviate hair loss and even restore hair.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar for Shiny, Bouncy Hair.

If there’s one thing I do for my hair on a regular basis, it’s use a diluted apple cider vinegar rinse at the end.

It may smell a little funky at first, but the vinegar scent dissipates as the hair dries, and leaves behind a VERY pH balanced scalp, which equals a really healthy head of hair.

As a side note, I’ve also been taking 2 tsp of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water once a day for about three weeks. Energy level has DEFINITELY gone up, and my occasional heartburn has completely disappeared.

I. Love. ACV.

How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar on Your Hair

Add 1 Tbsp of apple cider vinegar to 2 cups of water. Shake well.

After using conditioner, just before hopping out of the shower, rinse your hair with the ACV mixture. You can either do one last rinse with water, or leave it in. As I said, the scent will disappear completely as it dries.

Take your vinegar rinse up a notch by boiling chamomile (for blonde hair), rosemary (for dark hair) or nettle (any hair color) in the water before adding the apple cider vinegar. (Just be sure to strain the herbs out before adding ACV.)

Who Should Use This: Anyone who wants a little extra clarifying or suffers from dandruff, oily scalp, or dullness. In addition, anyone who wants a little extra smoothing shine should try an ACV rinse.

5. Olive Oil

This is olive oil. I promise. Photo courtsey my crunchy mom.

Shoot. Who doesn’t want softer, shinier hair?

In the list of foods in your kitchen that work on your hair, olive oil probably takes the cake. It’s a centuries-old remedy that has been largely forgotten – and needs to be revived. Right now. Just like your hair.

There are a couple of ways you can use olive oil to moisturize and repair your locks – and I’m about to give you both of them.

Try it. Tell me how much you love it.

Then tell everyone else you know.

How to Use Olive Oil on Your Hair

To moisturize and strengthen: Pop 1/2 cup of olive oil in the microwave for 15 seconds (or heat on very low for a few minutes) – just until it’s warm enough to matter, but not so hot that it burns your skin. Apply to damp (not dripping!) hair. Wrap with plastic wrap or cover with a warm towel. Leave this on for 20 minutes to an hour, and then shampoo out as usual.

To smooth and shine: Put a scant 1/2 tsp of olive oil in your palms and rub. Then apply to the top of your hair, moving downward.

Who Should Use This: Everyone! Olive oil is great for any hair type and helps with pretty much any issue you may have. If you have a lot of flyaways or split ends, the “smooth and shine” method will fix it like you wouldn’t believe.

Have you ever put food in your hair? What was it? (I’m going out on a limb here and guessing it was beer.)

In long-and-lustrous crunch!

http://freshradiantskin.com Ethnic Beauty from Michelle

I’ve tried the egg on hair before. I don’t like it. also the apple cider vinegar is too drying on ethnic hair.

Guess I’ll stick to using WEN by Chaz Dean I was really surprised with this product but it makes my hair so so soft and manageable.

Crunchy Betty

That’s definitely part and parcel with using your own beauty treatments (as it is, I suppose, with buying them, as well) – some things work fantastically for some people, and not at all for others.

Glad you found a product you like, though.

Fernleafify

Olive oil!! I used to use that a lot on my hair! Not quite sure about using the eggs though, because I’m afraid of the smell and that it might feel too sticky. I can’t wait to try putting yogurt on my hair though! Got it from your previous post.

And yes! It’s a deal. I’ll look for food in the kitchen to beautify me-self before I buy a bottle off the shelves

Crunchy Betty

Yogurt IS lovely. Probably the thing I put in my hair the most (though molasses will be a fast second from now on, to be sure). And the vinegar rinse when things get too oily.

Ahhh … so many fun things to do, so little hair!

Chela

try coconut oil instead of olive oil, it also gives a lovely texture to dry hair and the extra plus is you smell like the beach, which I prefer to the olive oil smell.

ani

Great tips! I have been no ‘poo for about 4 months. I wash with the same baking soda solution you mention here and rinse with the same vinegar solution you mention. I love it, love it, love it! I’ll have to try these other foods.

Crunchy Betty

Ahhh! All this no ‘poo talk! I’m slating it as my October try-it-and-see experiment.

I thought I wouldn’t want to do it because I couldn’t use the hair masks I so desperately love, but I’ve read several sites saying they still use ‘em and it’s not a problem at all.

Any tips I absolutely NEED to know before I try?

ani

I can share a few things I’ve learned over the months. The most important thing that I’ve found, and this may depend on water hardness and other factors, is that my baking soda solution must be exactly right. It took me a while to arrive at the correct amount of baking soda for my hair with my water. And it works better if it has sat for a couple of days and the baking soda has fully dissolved in the water. It has to feel really slippery, not at all “squeaky” feeling and not gritty. I’ve also found that if I am going to blow dry and flat iron I have to do it exactly right or it will look greasy. I must blow dry while it is still pretty wet. And I must wait for it to be completely dry (I don’t know if it’s just me, but my hair is never totally dry after blow drying) before flat-ironing. If I just let it air dry with no styling, it’s fine. Can’t wait to hear about your adventure!

http://www.thekitchenette.com carter @ the kitchenette

I’ve done coconut oil in my hair, much in the same way as the olive oil conditioning treatment you mentioned above. I just spritzed my hair with water until it was damp, then rubbed in a few teaspoons of coconut oil to the ends and middle parts of the hair shaft (I avoided the roots). My hair turned out very soft and silky the next day, although I had to wash with my baking soda/ACV rinse every other day (instead of every 3 days) for the next week as my hair tended to get more oily more quickly. Still, I think it was worth it.

Crunchy Betty

Mmmm yeah. I LOVE coconut oil in the hair. I like to do a mix of coconut oil and jojoba with some rosemary EO as a hair pack. Very refreshing.

So I’ve forgotten – are you no ‘poo? If so, do you find that oil treatments/hair packs are counterproductive to the no ‘poo lifestyle?

(And I have GOT to read up on this peach barbecue sauce you’ve got going. Sounds heavenly.)

http://www.thekitchenette.com carter @ the kitchenette

Um, not “no poo,” I guess, since I rely on a baking soda mix of 1 tablespoon baking soda to 1 cup water. (I boil it ahead of time, usually in batches of 4 or more, then store it in the shower.) Then I rinse with an ACV rinse of 1 teaspoon ACV to 1 cup warm water. I’m hoping to move eventually to “no poo” (meaning washing just with water, and the occasional conditioning treatment if necessary). I can’t really say if the conditioning treatment was counterproductive, since I’ve only done it once in the month that I haven’t been using commercial shampoo.

I’ve definitely noticed some differences in the texture of my hair, but I’m not disappointed by any means with the changes! I like the way it’s lighter, but it’s definitely more curly in some places and less so in other places. But basically I just like knowing that I’m not dependent on $40 a bottle shampoo anymore =)

Do let me know if you like the Peach BBQ sauce =) I have to stop leaving ridiculously long comments on your blog! haha

ani

Oh boiling the baking soda solution may be just the answer for me! Thanks! I’ve been saying I’m no ‘poo since I don’t use actual shampoo. I guess I’m not technically no ‘poo either?

http://www.thekitchenette.com carter @ the kitchenette

I’ve heard that boiling the soda/water solution helps the baking soda fully dissolve, which supposively creates less soap scum in your hair. I have no idea if it’s true, haha.

I’m thinking that we’re both no ‘poo since we’re not using commercial shampoo! Damn the man!

http://www.peaceloveandmuesli.com Kristin @ Peace, Love and Muesli

I need my hair to grow so I can try out all this greatness.

Crunchy Betty

Pish. You can try any of this with your cute shortness.

Actually, I’ve had several comments from people saying they felt the dry shampoo (from blog posts of yore) is BEST with short hair (but bad with curly …).

Raid your kitchen, woman.

http://litasworld.com Jen @ Lita’s World

Baking soda and ACV…cures for pretty much everything in the world! Now I’m ready to try some of these other goodies you suggest…yum maple smelling hair..sign me up!!

Crunchy Betty

I love you, right now, for being so synchronistic (and you don’t even know it or know why). But when I read the title of your latest blog post, I laughed so hard I snorted.

You’re awesome.

Mwah!

Mshanai

There is no one kitchen ingredient that works for all types of hair (or even for multiple types of hair with one problem). Let’s take it one by one.

1. Baking soda. It often does not work long-term for people. When it does work, it is more likely to be for straight-haired types with relatively coarse hair. Finer, curlier hair types often suffer frizziness, split ends, and unwanted hair lightening.

2. Eggs. Some people’s hair does not agree with protein treatments. I love using egg yolk now and then as a clarifying treatment, but it simply cannot be used on a weekly basis. It results in stiff, crackly hair otherwise.

3. I don’t have much to say about molasses, other than this: you can use honey, too, and you have to be careful. Any humectant is just as likely to keep moisture IN your hair as to draw it OUT of your hair.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar. There is nothing magical about ACV as opposed to other types of acidic rinses. You can use diluted lemon juice, grapefruit juice, cranberry, etc. All smell nicer than ACV. White vinegar is also a good substitute, and probably the cheapest. ACV is fine if you like it, but it often fails for people with finer, thinner hair or hair prone to greasiness. The smell also does not always evaporate when the hair dries. I can smell it in my hair for DAYS after I use it. Which is why I no longer use it.

5. Olive oil. Again, this does not work for all hair types. The coarser your hair, the more likely you are to like it; finer hair types work better with lighter oils such as coconut, jojoba, almond, and so on.

Also, Olive oil is NOT compatible with no ‘poo; it is simply too heavy. If you put that much olive oil in your hair, your only hope of getting it out is with SLS shampoo or with dishwashing liquid. Good luck with that one if you are suffering from dry hair to begin with.

It is also not advisable to put oil on hair above the ears. Your sebum should be enough. If your hair is barely longer than your ears, then you shouldn’t need to oil it at all.

Crunchy Betty

My goodness, you are certainly opinionated about these things. I appreciate your input.

Clearly, not everything is going to work for everybody – such is the way of homemade beauty OR buying products at the store.

But let me say that I do use ACV on a regular basis, and I have finer, oilier hair – and love it to death. I rinse with an ACV/rosemary rinse at least twice a week and never have problems with oily scalp any longer.

In addition, I use olive oil before I go “out in public” to keep the flyaways from being an issue (I have far too many split ends at the moment, and it’s caused a lot of breakage up closer to my scalp), so I use it above the ears (but not ON the scalp) and have no issues at all.

Again, it’s just one of those things. Some things work for some people, and not at all for others.

The fun part is in figuring it all out!

Have a great day!

http://makeitbakeitbuyitfakeit.blogspot.com Stephanie

I am VERY intrigued by the molasses idea for my hair (maple syrup is too precious!)… and might I add, you make me almost want to try the egg thing again. Seriously!

My mom bought me the WEN stuff last year and my hair LOVED it, but I can’t afford to buy it myself so I’m glad you’ve got a bunch of “frugal” alternative hair treatments here to try out.
http://www.mommyofamonster.com Natalie

I love the baking soda and olive oil ideas…gonna try both!
tessatriskel

I’ve put literally anything on hair!!

Yogurt, butter, honey, milk, cocoa, orange juice, cinnamon, sugar, egg, few tipes of cooking oil and vinegard, jam, wine…….and I LOVE IT!! (so does my hair)
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Allison

I tried an avocado-olive oil-honey mixture on my hair last night… and it made my hair all soft, but this morning, it kinda looks like it never completely dried, even though it is dry. Also, it took away my beautiful curls I guess it’s better than using a hair straightener, so I’ll keep that in mind.

However, I put the rest on my face, and now my cheeks feel baby smooth

Crunchy Betty

Oooh. That’s really interesting. It might have been the honey that caused the drying. It seems to add extreme moisture to some people’s hair, but dries out others’.

That’s one thing about homemade beauty – sometimes it takes some experimenting to find what works best for you. So I’m glad the avocado made your face all baby soft and smooth! You should try out the nutmeg microdermabrasion sometime, too. It blew my socks off, the softness afterward. Whew!

http://www.fajasshapewear5.co.cc fajas colombianas

Wont putting eggs on your hair make it sticky and all?

Dana

Not the way she said to use it here… if you wash it out of your hair, there is nothing to be sticky.

I use the ACV rinse occasionally. I find there is no odor once the hair is dry. It helps hide split ends and makes my hair shinier. I have dry curly hair.

I also occasionally use honey. I mix it with my conditioner, apply, put on a shower cap, and sit in tub for a long time. It seems to lighten my hair a bit and increases my curl.

Nikki

Is there any kitchen foods that would work well in curly hair? Mine is super thick and curly, but I find that certain things (coffee grounds was one I saw on a different blog) and baking soda are a huge pain in the butt for me because of my hair type. I do, however rinse with day-old coffee. My hair smells amazing and is super shiny.

Any suggestions for thick curly hair?

Dana

Nikki,

When I was first learning to care for my curly hair, I learned a LOT from http://www.naturallycurly.com/curltalk/ Be sure to lurk over there for some great tips.

I have long thick curly hair (3) and have had good results with the ACV rinse, honey/conditioner mixture, and I use JessiCurl products which work great on my hair type. Once in a blue moon I don’t wash out my conditioner and that works wonders… I have VERY curly hair the next time I wash my hair.

Good luck!

Rachel

i have stick straight hair… sometimes it is flat and lifeless, and just has no volume. It holds a curl really well when i do curl it but its just so much work!! it gets oily if i don’t shower every day. i’ve never tried anything besides regular shampoo and conditioner. what should i try?
Kendall

I live in Florida, so my curly hair goes wild with the humidity and numerous styling products. The best homemade hair remedy I’ve tried was a mix of avocado and honey. Half of a mashed avocado (no skin) mixed with two tablespoons honey, work into dry hair and leave on for about 20-30 minutes, then wash hair as usual. My hair has never been so soft and shiny.
Preeti

Coconut oil is great for hair. Apply it on the scalp for 10 minutes and wash. Same goes with Sesame oil too – it helps cool your body down too.
Adding a few drops of lemon juice to warm sesame oil works for dandruff. Juice of half a lemon with 3-4 cups of water works as a conditioner after shampooing.
http://www.Vedettestore.com Vedette

I feel like the olive oil would really help my hair alot. This is great advice. I have tried egg before as it works like a charm.
http://www.thefashionset.com Fashion Blog

LOL I’ve always wanted to put honey in my hair but never had the courage :-/ I’ve tried avocado though! Just don’t have the patience for sticky things on my head!
TankGirl9008

I just discovered this site on StumbleUpon, I love it!!! I’ve put Coconut oil in my hair a lot, I bleach and dye my hair, and so it REALLY needs the oil after that! I always fully saturate my hair with the oil and leave it on as long as I can stand, and then wash it out with my then normal shampoo. I’ve recently gone no poo though and haven’t bleached my hair since, so I’m not sure how that will go, I may just have to use Doctor Bronner’s when I do it. I’ve also used vinegar, usually to set the dye in my hair, and I’ve used olive oil and mayonnaise. One of my friends swears by honey, and I’ve been meaning to try it, but being as poor as I am and loving honey as much as I do, I just haven’t been able to bring myself to do it!!!
Jennifer

I’m totally going no ‘poo now! I’ve been flirting with the concept for a few months now, but never get past a few days before I freak out and give in to the ‘poo. Your blog has given me the courage to see it through. Today is day one.

By the way, have you read Janice Cox’s books on natural beauty? Lots of fun recipes. I think my favorites are the simple one ingredient ones. Honey in your hair (or bath water) is wonderful. Yogurt on your face is my favorite mask. And I regularly use a lavender sugar scrub which has really helped my skin. I need to try your nutmeg scrub. Thanks for all of your great ideas and giving all of us natural beauty lovers a place to feel at home.
mercedes

i tried reading all the above comments to see if my question was already answered but theres just too many, and some very long winded. so my question is, can i do all of these things in one day? is there a certain order i should start? and which ones should i maintain doing regularly?.. my hair is completely dead, fried, over processed, bleached to shit and im trying to not have to shave it.
Madeline

I want to try the egg and the olive oil, should I alternate on days? Or could I use both in the same hair wash?
Renu

Coconut oil works wonders. Use the same way as olive oil. Coconut oil has a higher fat content than olive, so I am assuming that has something to do with it.
Jennifer

I like to use sweet almond oil in my hair. It’s lighter than olive oil and smells like Jergen’s lotion. When my hair needs more moisture, I use a mixture of almond and olive oil, with some essential oil mixed in to add scent. With the olive oil mixture, I have to wash my hair the next morning. Almond oil works well as a styling product or to add shine during the day and days following.
Mel

I used to have the best hair in university…i would go around after a party (ahem, everyday) in the dorms and collect all the fallen soldiers (open yet full beers) and rinse my hair with it – it was awesome and had the extra bonus of attracting college males to my beer smelling hair hahahah – i now live a more respectable lifestyle, so usually use the oil trick – but am excited to try the molasses, never heard of that before!!!!
Chrystal

My mother used all sorts of things on my hair when I was a child…eggs, beer, lemon juice….but the worst of all was mayonnaise! Any idea what happens when you apply mayo to your hair, then sit under a hair dyer?? It melts!!!! And you end up smelling like Helmann’s for 2 weeks….
SHANORGANIC

Love the ideas!! I’m making my first home-made batches of shampoo and conditioner, and a few of the very necessary ingredients included, as you pointed out, apple-cider vinegar and olive oil! I’ve never tried eggs or maple syrup, but I look forward to trying them out!
And, by the way, I have put beer in my hair! For good reason- beer is GREAT for your hair! Here’s a link to check out if you want to try a beer-hair treatment
http://www.ehow.com/about_5415317_beer-treatment-hair.html

Merel van Looi

Banana should also work wonders

http://theconsciouslife.com WP @ The Conscious Life

If only I’ve read this earlier, especially about the use of apple cider vinegar on oily scalp. Then, I would not have so much unused ACV left in the bottle which I’ve to junk after the expiry date. Lesson learned. Thanks!
Heroine Addict

Thanks for all your crunchy tips and tricks! You were the inspiration behind my latest blog post, testing out your au natural hair care ideas. Check it out at insideaheroinescloset.blogspot.com…I’m a big fan!

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http://www.facebook.com/people/Cassie-Morrow/1614277543 Cassie Morrow

I use a nickel-sized amount of organic VCO and work into my hair, ends mostly, after I wash… of course I’m about to try the no ‘poo or sorta ‘poo thing and see how it goes. I LOVE VCO!!! So many uses!
Amy

Just used the Molasses one, I don’t have any split ends and my hair is silky soft! Worked wonders!(:
http://jtrinhart.blogspot.com/ Junett

i have one for skin: coconut oil, honey, and brown sugar. It brought my dull skin back to life!!

Junett

can also substitute ev olive oil for coconut, agave for honey, and white sugar for brown.

emily

mayonnaise works just fine too!!
maddie

i tried the maple syrup one and my hair is so much softer. just be sure to wash it all out!!! and dont put it too close to your scalp
lara

I tried the molasses trick a couple days ago, and my hair is still awesome! I am spending the holidays in a very dry place, and my hair had been starting to get brittle and static-y. Putting on the molasses was a bit of a challenge, since my hair is long and thick, but it ended up being pretty fun! When else do you get to pour sticky food on your head?

Thanks so much for the tip! My hair is softer and behaving much better.
Amy

Drinking ACV twice a day cleared up my acne — love that stuff!

Also, today after I shaved I used a brown sugar & olive oil scrub. I took about 1 cup of brown sugar and slowly added olive oil until it reached the consistency that I wanted (I also added a little cinnamon and pure vanilla — it smelled so good that I almost licked the spoon!) then after shaving I rubbed it all over my body and face and then rinsed it off. My skin feels a-ma-zing!!!!!
Lexuslee117

Coffee grinds work wonders…
Jamie

Maple syrup? That blew my mind.
Sarah JP

I use argan oil or raw coconut oil on my hair – so much better than store-bought conditioners.
Morning Lovelyday

Ok, I know this post is ages ago but I only now just came across it. The recipe that I use for my hair is: 1 organic egg, 1 Tbs olive oil, 1 tsp lemon juice (which gives it a terrific shine) and 1/2 cup of water, and maybe a drop or two of either tea tree oil or lavender. I prefer lavender. That is what I use but I do admit, the olive oil does leave build up so I started rinsing with baking soda instead of vinegar. Build up is gone but discovered if I just cut the oil in half I don’t have the problem as much any more. I will tell you this…after so many years (more than I’ll care to admit) and only just having started this home made stuff a couple of months ago I will NEVER go back to the store stuff. EVER! I love it. My frizz is gone and-AND? Guess what else? My natural curl is coming back without the flyaways. I can curl my hair and it stays—all day without gel, mousse, spray, whatever. It just works. I-love-it.