Repair damaged hair with a keratin mask at home
You are struggling with frizz, breakage and loss of shine. Don't rush to find expensive therapies at the salon. With easy-to-find ingredients like flaxseeds, rice and aloe vera, you can make your own keratin mask at home, both economical and effective, and safe for the scalp.
Why are flaxseeds good for hair?
Flaxseeds are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B, protein and fiber, which are important components that help nourish hair from root to tip. Dermatologist Aashna Kanchwala, a hair and skin care specialist in India, shared on Health Shots: Lan seeds have the ability to moisturize and restore hair fibers. When combined with rice and aloe vera, it creates a mixture that has the same effect as keratin therapy without the need for chemicals".
Rice and aloe vera, a pair that support strong hair
Rice water is rich in vitamins B, E and starch that help restore dry hair, reduce dandruff and promote hair growth. Meanwhile, aloe vera is known for its ability to soothe the scalp, provide enzymes and nutrients to help strengthen hair, and naturally regulate it.
Flower is a great ingredient for increasing shine intensity and improving hair structure, adds Dr. Kanchwala.
How to make a keratin flaxseed mask at home
Ingredients:
100g white rice
100g flaxseed
1 fresh aloe vera leaf (about 150g aloe vera meat)
250ml water
Steps to do:
Cook rice and flaxseeds: Add rice and flaxseeds to a pot with 250ml of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer and cook for 10 - 15 minutes. When the water recedes, the flaxseeds become slightly yellow and the rice is secreted into white starch, then turn off the heat.
Filter the mixture: Use a sieve to remove the thick water, let cool.
Add aloe vera: Take the aloe vera gel, puree and mix with the cooled mixture to form a smooth mask.
Hair conditioners: Divide hair into pieces, apply a mask evenly to the scalp and hairline. Simmer for about 60 minutes, then rinse with warm water. You can wash your hair lightly if needed.
How long to take at one time?
You can use this mask once a week to help your hair become strong, shiny and effectively reduce dandruff.
Flaxseed, rice and aloe vera mask is a completely natural recipe, suitable for almost all hair types. However, you should try it on a small area of skin before using it all over to avoid allergies.
Instead of relying on chemicals and high costs from salons, try making your own keratin mask at home. soft, smooth and healthy hair is waiting for you after each hair bracelet, simple, effective and completely from nature.
