Aloe vera on hair has a miraculous effect, the plant works to cleanse and moisturize the hair, helps to accelerate hair growth, and prevents hair from becoming brittle and lifeless. Aloe vera can also be used to treat dandruff and hair loss.
Also known as Aloe vera, aloe vera is rich in powerful medicinal nutrients. The plant has been used since the time of the ancient Egyptians, who called it “the plant of immortality”.
Historians assure that using aloe vera gel on hair and skin was one of Cleopatra’s beauty secrets.
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Benefits of aloe vera on hair
As it is a rich source of amino acids, vitamins and minerals, aloe vera helps to accelerate hair growth, in addition to contributing to the replacement of water in the hair, which always keeps it hydrated.
Aloe vera also has anti-inflammatory, anesthetic, healing and antipyretic properties that help protect hair against UV rays, acting as a type of sunscreen for the hair.
Furthermore, by using aloe vera on your hair you will also be able to protect your hair from external damage caused by dry weather, such as wind and rain, as well as thermal damage caused by using a straightener, dryer and curling iron.
The use of aloe vera also has beneficial effects on the scalp. Enzymes found in the plant help remove dead cells, in addition to stimulating cell renewal in the scalp, cleaning and hydrating it deeply, helping to eliminate dandruff, combat hair loss and reduce excess oil in the hair.
Using aloe vera on your hair will keep your strands strong, healthy and looking like super well-groomed hair, you know?
IMPORTANT: Whenever handling aloe vera, use gloves, an old towel and blouse, as it stains. Therefore, there is little care!
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1 – How to use aloe vera on your hair to accelerate growth?
Aloe vera is a great ally when it comes to accelerating hair growth. This happens because when aloe vera gel is applied and massaged into the scalp, it works by increasing blood flow in the region, accelerating healthy hair growth.
Furthermore, aloe vera acts to deeply cleanse the hair follicles, eliminating excess sebum. Sebum, which is naturally produced by our body, acts as a type of natural hydration, but in excess, it can end up clogging the hair follicles, preventing hair growth.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel;
- 1 ovo.
Preparation mode:
In a blender, blend the two ingredients until a homogeneous mixture is formed.
How to apply:
Apply the mixture to your hair and scalp, massaging the scalp well to eliminate dead cells and stimulate blood flow in the region. Afterwards, wrap your hair with a cap or plastic wrap. Repeat the process once a week.
Action time:
Wait 10 minutes and wash your hair as usual.
Expected result:
The result is super hydrated hair, full of shine and with hair follicles deeply clean and unobstructed, which will facilitate hair growth.
Ovo: It is the most complete and nutrient-rich food in the world! These nutrients act to strengthen the hair bulb, reducing hair loss and stimulating hair growth.
Because it is highly vascularized, the scalp quickly absorbs all the nutrients derived from aloe vera and eggs, which is why combining eggs and aloe vera is a great recipe for making hair grow faster.
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2 – How to use aloe vera on your hair to combat hair loss?
Aloe vera is a powerful source of B vitamins, amino acids and minerals, substances that help strengthen the hair bulb. Furthermore, it works to deeply cleanse the scalp, regenerating and strengthening the hair.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel;
- 300 ml of transparent shampoo;
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
Preparation mode:
In a blender, blend only the aloe vera gel until you get a texture that mixes more easily with the shampoo. Then, in a container, mix all the ingredients, including the aloe that you blended in the blender.
How to apply:
Wash your hair as usual, only using aloe vera shampoo. Use the shampoo only twice a week, alternate with the use of your usual shampoo
Expected result:
The results are: deeply cleansed, unblocked and strengthened follicles and hair bulbs. With stronger hair bulbs, the tendency is for there to be a reduction in hair loss.
Oh! Using aloe vera shampoo does not leave your hair super dry like when using our regular shampoo. This is thanks to the coconut oil present in the recipe.
Coconut oil: acts as a kind of protective cover for the hair, preventing the loss of water and proteins from inside the hair follicle. Furthermore, it hydrates and protects your hair from dryness.
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3 – How to use aloe vera to combat dandruff?
Dandruff is caused by inflammation of the scalp (seborrheic dermatitis). Because it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties, aloe vera can help combat dandruff.
By using aloe vera on your hair, you will also be promoting a deep cleansing of the hair follicles, which will eliminate dead cells and reduce excess oil.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel;
- 1 tablespoon of honey;
- 2 tablespoons of natural yogurt.
Preparation mode:
In a blender, blend the ingredients until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
How to apply:
Apply the mixture to the scalp, massaging gently and in circular movements for approximately 20 minutes.
Action time:
Let it rest for another 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, wash your hair with an anti-dandruff shampoo. Repeat the process only once a week.
Expected result:
Reduction of inflammation and relief of itching caused by dandruff, in addition to removing crusts and plaques adhered to the skin.
Mel: The humectant, antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of honey help to reduce inflammation, in addition to helping to restore the skin barrier in the region affected by dandruff, removing crusts and plaques, without damaging the region.
Natural yogurt: As it is probiotic, it can help restore the balance of bacteria on the scalp.
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4 – How to make your hair shiny with aloe vera?
Is your hair dry and lifeless? Bet on the shine bath with aloe vera! It works by replenishing nutrients to the hair, leaving it with that mirrored effect that we are looking for so much, you know?
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel;
- Cold water (more or less 100 ml).
Preparation mode:
In a blender, place the gel and add water until a paste forms.
How to apply:
Apply the mixture, section by section, to dry, clean hair, from roots to ends, massaging well.
Action time:
Leave it on for 30 minutes and wash your hair as usual. The shine bath with aloe vera can only be done once a month.
Expected result:
Super hydrated, strong hair with incredible shine.
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5 – Aloe vera on blonde hair
We all know that blonde hair needs a lot of care and attention. Keeping bleached locks looking healthy can be a bit of a hassle, and it is essential to always be up to date with your treatment routine and reinforce it in the pre- and post-coloring periods.
Homemade recipes are great alternatives to help you with this purpose and, of course, aloe vera couldn’t be left out of this, right?
The problem is that there are many reports of cases in which the use of aloe vera stained hair blonde, and this is actually possible! However, not all blonde hair will stain with aloe vera. More specifically, there are two scenarios in which this can happen:
- On very light hair;
- In very porous strands.
Normally, hair becomes darker or greenish. However, there is no need to panic, as after washing your hair the effect (dark or greenish) disappears.
One tip to avoid all this hassle is to do a strand test before the procedure, this way you will be able to have better control of the final result. However, with the tip we are going to present here, you will be able to enjoy the benefits of aloe vera without fear of this happening.
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Make tinting your ally
To prevent aloe vera from staining your hair, simply include tint in the recipe. In addition to preventing possible stains, the product will also remove the yellowish appearance of the hair.
However, keep in mind that: the tint in question must be a mask type, not a shampoo, ok?
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel;
- 2 tablespoons of the hydrating mask of your choice;
- 1 tablespoon of tinting mask.
Preparation mode:
In a blender, blend only the aloe vera gel for about 20 seconds, until you obtain a texture that blends more easily with the hydration mask. Then, in a container, place the blended gel together with the rest of the ingredients and mix well until it becomes a homogeneous mixture.
How to apply:
Wash your hair only with shampoo and remove excess water with a towel. Afterwards, separate your hair and apply the mixture strand by strand, massaging well.
Action time:
Leave it to act for approximately 10 minutes and rinse. Finish with the conditioner of your choice. Repeat the process at least once a week.
Expected result:
Hydrated, soft, regenerated, strengthened, shiny and toned hair!
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