Let’s face it; everyone’s hair gets damaged a little dull from time to time. Whether it’s from living with dry hair, swimming in chlorinated pools in the summer, the cold breeze in the winters, our hair undergoes a lot of changes. And while going out to get a rejuvenating hair treatment from a salon can seem like the only answer, there are some much simpler (and pocket-friendly!) choices.
We’ve rounded up 7 of the best at-home DIY Protein-Rich Hair Masks that you can easily make yourself. And the best part of all? They need ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen pantry. When you peek inside your refrigerator, you’ll likely find some butter, eggs, avocados, and yogurt.
Besides whipping up a delicious brunch, you can use those ingredients to treat your damaged and dry hair. With any one of these hair masks, your hair will be taking on a whole new life.
Both egg and mayonnaise are rich in protein. This pack is brilliant for handling curly hair.
Note: For combination type hair, apply this pack from the mid-lengths of your hair.
Coconut oil contains fatty acids that reduce protein loss from hair. It also has penetrative properties that repair your hair from the inside. Combining with avocado makes for an excellent hair pack that makes your hair strong and healthy.
Note: Avoid this hair pack for oily hair.
A hair pack that has yogurt is excellent for washing your hair shafts and scalp. It eliminates build-up while nourishing and moisturizing your hair.
Note: For oily hair, do not use this pack more than once a week.
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This pack is nourishing and hydrating for your hair. Olive oil is known to be a natural conditioner that leaves your hair feeling soft. The vitamins present in avocado, combined with the eggs’ proteins, provide your hair with an adequate quantity of nourishment.
Note: For oily hair, do not use this pack more than once a week.
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Mayonnaise contains protein-packed eggs that provide nourishment to your hair. It can also help kill head lice.
Note: Skip this mask if you have oily hair.
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Bananas contain natural oils, potassium, carbohydrates, and vitamins, that soften, nourish, and strengthen your hair. Avocados are rich in essential amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids. These can nourish your hair shaft and help it retain texture and moisture.
Note: Skip this pack if your hair is oily.
Coconut milk is packed with vitamins B, C, and E and saturated fatty acids. While filling in the impaired protein spots, it conditions your hair. This is also considered the best protein treatment for hair as it promotes healthy hair growth while effectively tackling dandruff.
Note: Avoid overheating the coconut milk as it may scald your scalp.
Most of these protein-rich hair packs take less than 10 minutes to make and can give you similar results as a branded hair mask that is likely to cost a bomb. With little efforts, your hair can be restored to its former glory in a jiffy.
However, if you see no change in the condition of your hair or are experiencing hair fall, consult a physician to diagnose the root cause, which is causing these effects and take treatment.
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Bid goodbye to those days of rough, dry, and lifeless hair. With these DIY protein-rich hair masks, you will never have a bad hair day again.