Hydration with coconut oil, 10 foolproof homemade recipes

Basically, when talking about hydration for women, the vast majority imagine that it is only with a specific cream and that’s it. However, today we came to try to innovate your care. In other words, with the intention of making you even more of a diva, we at Women’s Area have brought you 10 hydration tips with coconut oil.

But why coconut oil? Well, in fact, coconut oil, in addition to being a health ally, can also bring benefits if applied to your body and hair.

Interested? So come with us, because we have news.

Benefits of coconut oil for hair

Firstly, coconut oil is almost miraculous for hair, as it has a powerful nourishing action. Basically, it manages to recover and combat damage that may have been caused by excessive heat, or the use of a hair dryer and straightener, chemicals, pollution and other factors that can harm the hair.

It is worth mentioning that coconut oil is rich in vitamin E, which is why it has many beneficial effects. It even helps with hydration, leaving hair more nourished, silky and shiny. Furthermore, coconut oil has excellent antioxidant action.

Basically, antioxidants help fight damage caused by free radicals. Which are responsible for premature aging. Therefore, when coconut oil is applied to the hair strands, it slows down the aging process. And this leads to strengthening the hair, making it healthier and stronger.

10 homemade hydration recipes with coconut oil

1- Hydration with coconut oil and mask

Firstly, it is worth mentioning that the hair mask can intensify the protective action of coconut oil on your hair. Your hair will be able to absorb both the properties of the oil and the hair mask as well.

Well, for you to be able to hydrate effectively you will first need to add a few drops of coconut oil to your hair mask, it may be your favorite. Then, you will apply it all over your hair and let it act for about 30 minutes, using the thermal cap.

And finally, you will wash your hair normally. And then you will see much softer and shinier hair.

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2- Hydration with coconut oil and honey

First of all, you will need to wash your hair with shampoo, as this mixture must be applied to damp strands.

Therefore, for the mixture you must take a bowl, put coconut oil in a teaspoon and honey in a tablespoon. Mix everything and after transforming it into a homogeneous mixture, apply it to your hair, strand by strand. And finally, leave it to act for 40 minutes. After the time has passed, wash your hair normally.

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3- Hydration with coconut oil and cornstarch

First, mix 200 ml of water with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Then heat this mixture until it thickens. After the mixture thickens, remove it from the heat and add 2 tablespoons of moisturizing mask with a tablespoon of coconut oil.

Before applying the mixture, wash your hair with shampoo, and then apply the mixture throughout your hair, and leave it to act for 40 to 60 minutes. After time, wash your hair normally.

This hydration with coconut oil is recommended to be applied once a week, or every 15 days. And it is also recommended for curly hair or drier hair.

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4- Hydration with coconut oil and Bepantol

First of all, it is worth explaining the importance of Bepantol for hair. Basically, the mixture of Bepantol and coconut oil helps keep water in the hair and restore lost hydration. Bepantol can be found in any cosmetic pharmacy.

First, mix a capful of liquid Bepantol and two tablespoons of coconut oil in a bowl. It is worth mentioning that the amount of coconut oil varies depending on the length and quantity of your hair. In other words, the bigger and more hair, the greater the amount of oil.

Then, apply the mixture to your dry hair, and go from strand to strand. After applying, leave it to act for an hour. After the time has passed, wash your hair normally. Ultimately, this type of hydration will leave your hair shinier, lighter and softer.

So it’s worth trying. Because what woman doesn’t want hair like that, right?

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5- Hydration with coconut oil for curls

If you have curly hair, and it is very rebellious. Come, this will be your moment.

First, in a container mix two spoons of hair mask, with a spoon of coconut oil and a spoon of hair tonic. After mixing the ingredients, set it aside and wash your hair with just shampoo, then apply the mixture throughout your hair.

With the mixture on your hair, let it act for 5 minutes. After the time has passed, rinse your hair and apply a conditioner.

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6- Hydration with coconut and castor oil

Firstly, it is worth mentioning that castor oil is rich in vitamin E, as is coconut oil. Therefore, they will make your strands stronger, in addition to helping with hair growth.

In this case, you will apply the ingredients on dry hair. First, apply castor oil to the scalp and then massage with your fingertips. Right after the massage, apply coconut oil throughout your hair.

Finally, leave it on for at least 2 hours and then wash your hair normally.

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7- Hydration with coconut oil and egg

“Egg in your hair? Of course this won’t work.” Well, then come with us, because this is silky hair and guaranteed success.

A priori, combining coconut oil with eggs will speed up your hair’s chances of growth.

Now let’s get down to business. First mix an egg and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a container. After mixing, apply to your dry hair and let it act for an hour. Don’t worry, it’s not over yet. When it gets dark, before you go to sleep, you will apply it again, but this time it’s just coconut oil.

Remembering that you apply it, but don’t wash it off. In other words, you will sleep with the oil in your hair and only wash it normally the next day. Finally, it is recommended that you use this mask for at least 3 months to achieve results.

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8- Hydration with coconut oil and sugar

Basically, sugar, in addition to having a moisturizing action, also enhances the effects of coconut oil. Therefore, this hydration is recommended for those with very damaged hair, as it helps to recover the locks, leaving them with a healthier appearance.

However, make a mixture of one tablespoon of hair tonic, one tablespoon of coconut oil and one tablespoon of sugar. After making the mixture, apply it to your hair and let it act for 5 to 10 minutes. Then rinse your hair normally.

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9- Hydration with coconut oil and aloe vera

Basically, the vast majority of women already know how miraculous aloe vera is, right? In fact, it manages to restore the shine and softness of your hair. That’s why this hydration is worth trying.

First, make a mixture with the pulp of 3 aloe leaves, a spoonful of hair tonic, a tablespoon of coconut oil and a spoonful of moisturizing mask. After making the mixture, apply it all over the roots of dry hair and leave it to act for an hour or so. After the time, wash your hair normally.

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10- Hydration with coconut oil for chemically treated hair

If your hair is chemically treated, don’t worry because we also have tips for you.

Therefore, it is recommended that you apply coconut oil throughout your hair, going strand by strand and let it act for approximately 4 hours. Then wash your hair with shampoo and moisturizing cream.

Anyway, the truth is that all the success of coconut oil is due to its humectant power. Basically, moisturizing is a treatment made with vegetable oils, which help nourish the hair. In addition to recovering damaged hair, thus replenishing the hair’s natural oils.

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Extra saying:

If you don’t have any of the items mentioned above, you can also moisturize your hair with just coconut oil.

As we already know, coconut oil can be used on any hair, however, if you only want coconut oil. You can separate your hair into sections and apply coconut oil to each section, let it act for at least 15 minutes and then wash it normally.

Or, you can add a tablespoon of coconut oil to your moisturizing mask, in the amount you want to use, and apply it to your hair. It is worth mentioning that coconut oil can be used once a week, only at the roots and especially if your hair is oily.

Are you ready to be successful with hydrated hair now? So go ahead and moisturize with coconut oil, to make your hair even more resistant and soft.

And don’t worry, we still have more content for you: Hydration masks: 10 options to treat your hair at home

Sources: Natue, Women’s tips

Images: Vix, Blonde hair