Present in most kitchens, coconut milk can do much more than help with recipes, helping to hydrate your hair.
Few things are better than discovering a new ingredient to integrate into your beauty routine that is beneficial, sustainable, natural and easy to acquire. This is the case with coconut milk, which promotes valuable hydration and has no mystery whatsoever. After all, hydration with coconut milk quickly became one of the most popular after its benefits were discovered.
It’s not difficult to find coconut milk anywhere, but there’s a good chance you have it in your kitchen. Later, it becomes even easier to prepare a quick moisturizer recipe with the help of the ingredient. Above all, for those who have a hair treatment routine, adding hydration with coconut milk to the list is just another step towards beautiful, soft and shiny hair.
But after all, what are the benefits of coconut milk? Check out everything you need to know about the ingredient and 6 easy recipes to put it into practice below.
Benefits of hydration with coconut milk
First of all, what catches everyone’s eyes is the practicality of the ingredient, in addition to the fact that it is extremely natural. Even when only available in glass bottles or boxes, its effectiveness remains the same, making the experience great in double doses: in addition to saving your hair, coconut milk also provides great recipes in the kitchen.
Despite this, above all, coconut milk is rich in saturated fats and a wide variety of oils. This promotes intense hydration, leaving the hair even shinier and preventing dryness. Likewise, the ingredient has lauric acid in its composition, which allows the scalp to be cleaned without the danger of clogging the pores and damaging the hair.
How to use
There is a wide variety of recipes that allow hydration with coconut milk. At first glance, it is extremely recommended to produce the ingredient, but the task may not be within everyone’s reach. Thus, it is possible to use the industrialized one, which can be found in any market.
In this sense, you need to break a coconut, remove its shell and cut it into pieces small enough to blend in a blender. Then, fill the container until the pieces are covered, beating the mixture and straining everything using a cloth or sieve. The liquid should then be stored in the refrigerator, where it can last for a week. In the freezer, however, the mixture lasts for up to 3 months. Finally, just add your new ingredient to any of the recipes below!
1 – Hydration with glycerin
Glycerin is extremely beneficial for hair. It is capable of enhancing hydration, in addition to controlling frizz and split ends. Combined with coconut milk, therefore, it becomes an essential component for more beautiful hair. For curly women, you can expect even more defined and soft curls.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of glycerin;
- 200ml coconut milk;
- Sprayer.
Preparation mode
Mix the coconut milk and glycerin, pouring the mixture into the spray bottle. After washing your hair and untangling it well, spray the content along its entire length, securing it in a wet towel. You need to let the recipe act for 20 minutes. Then, rinse your hair and continue with your washing routine, applying conditioner.
2 – Coconut milk and crystal sugar
Did you know that crystal sugar is an excellent ally for humidifying your locks? As a result, with this recipe, your hair will receive the softness it needs, in addition to detangling it well.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of coconut milk;
- 2 tablespoons of any hydrating mask, preferably one suitable for your hair type;
- 1 tablespoon of crystal sugar.
Preparation mode
In a container, mix all the ingredients and keep at rest for 10 minutes. Then, apply the mixture to all strands separately, securing the hair in a cap. The recipe must act for 20 minutes and, in the same way, be rinsed normally, following with the conditioner.
3 – Hydration with coconut milk, coconut oil and lemon
This specific recipe works wonders for those who want more aligned and very shiny hair. However, as it has a straightening effect, the mixture is especially recommended for those with straight hair. Above all, lemon is a great ingredient to include in your hair routine, as it reduces hair loss and strengthens strands, as well as promoting safe hydration for the scalp, preventing oiliness.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice;
- 200ml coconut milk;
- 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil. You can melt it either in the microwave for a few seconds or in a double boiler.
Preparation mode
In a container, mix the coconut milk and previously melted coconut oil. Add the lemon juice, mix well, and then apply the recipe from top to bottom, strand by strand. It should act for 40 minutes and be rinsed normally afterwards.
4 – Coconut milk and cocoa
Combined with coconut milk, cocoa can do wonders for your hair. This is because the ingredient is capable of fighting free radicals in the hair, which age it and make it weaker and more brittle. This way, the mixture can provide double shine, hydration and health.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder;
- 3 tablespoons of coconut milk;
- 3 tablespoons of any hydration mask normally used in your routine.
Preparation mode
The preparation is extremely simple: after mixing all the ingredients, apply the recipe to previously clean and damp hair. Then, leave it to act for 30 minutes, rinsing immediately after and following with the conditioner.
5 – Hydration with cornstarch
Likewise, cornstarch is excellent for those who want to clean their scalp without damaging it, working like a dry shampoo. Furthermore, coconut milk and its composition rich in lipids, when combined with starch, provides faster hair growth, strengthening, shine and softness.
Ingredients
- Half a spoon of cornstarch;
- 1 tablespoon of coconut milk;
- 150ml of water;
- 2 tablespoons of a hydrating mask of your choice.
Preparation mode
First, in a small pan, dilute the coconut milk in water. Soon after, add the cornstarch and mix until dissolved. After that, the pan should go over low heat, but don’t forget to stop stirring, as the mixture may become lumpy. When it reaches the porridge point, quickly mix the contents with the mask in another container, while it is still hot. Apply the recipe to damp hair, section by section, and secure it with a cap. Finally, leave it for 30 to 40 minutes, rinsing and applying conditioner.
6 – Avocado and olive oil
Hydration with coconut milk, avocado and olive oil is excellent for those who have hair that has undergone a chemical procedure, such as dyeing or bleaching. The recipe provides the necessary hydration for dry hair. Furthermore, it restores lost shine and softness.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of coconut milk;
- 4 tablespoons of ripe and mashed avocado;
- 2 tablespoons of hydrating mask of your choice;
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
Preparation mode
In a container, mix all the ingredients until you obtain a uniform cream. Afterwards, apply the mixture strand by strand, leaving it to act for 15 minutes. Finally, rinse your hair, apply conditioner and rinse once more.
Did you enjoy learning more about coconut milk and its benefits for your hair? If so, also check out Coconut Shampoo – Benefits of the product for your hair
Sources: Tô de Cacho, Dicas de Mulher, Msn
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