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Honey Hair Treament




1. Honey is an emollient which means it is a natural softener, making it a great hair conditioner. It also improves the health of the hair follicles which are responsible for hair growth. Researchers say that proper use of honey of treatment of hair can waken up the sleeping hair follicles which boost the growth of hair.

2. It is a natural antioxidant, which makes your scalp healthy thus stimulating hair growth.

3. We all know that honey is a humectant, it tends to prevent the loss of moisture from your scalp. But honey has also high sugar content which helps to retain moisture. This as a result prevents hair fall and strengthens the hair follicles.

5. Honey also comprises of antibacterial and antiseptic qualities too. This prevents our scalp from infections or psoriasis and tends to keep our scalp clean and bacteria-free. This also keeps us away from dandruff and itchiness on your scalp.

6. Sun exposure can cause your hair to dry, use honey to bring back that lost sheen and shine of your hair.

Ladies aren't these properties just fabulous and wonderful?

Lets see how you can actually use them on your hair. 

On your scalp
  • Mix honey with water in a bowl.
  • Use your fingers to rub the mixture directly on to your scalp and massage for 2-3 minutes.
  • Once your scalp has been covered, pull the mixture through your hair, until it covers your hair from root to tip.
  • Leave the solution on your hair for up to 3 hours, then rinse thoroughly with warm water.
  • Repeat once a week. 

Use as hair dye
 
Honey is a natural lightener so it serves as a natural method to add subtle highlights or slightly lift your hair color overall. For a more intense effect, combine honey with your favorite conditioner, and add a squeeze of lemon juice. If you're looking to darken your hair, consider using molasses as a substitute.

Oil & Honey Hair Treatment
  • Combine honey and extra virgin olive oil in a small, microwaveable dish
  • Mix the two ingredients with a spoon and microwave for 15-30 seconds then allow it to cool for 30 seconds
  • Use your hands to evenly disperse the honey and olive oil throughout your hair
  • Massage it into your scalp and work from your roots to the tip of your hair
  • Cover with a shower cap and let it sit for 30 minutes 
  • Rinse it out, preferably with cold water.
  
Honey Hair Conditioner
  • Combine  honey with an equal amount of your regular conditioner
  • Rub the two together and use your hands to evenly apply the mixture through your while damp.
  • Massage it into your scalp and work from your roots to the tip of your hair
  • Cover with a shower cap and let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing it out, preferably with cold water
Honey Leave-In
  • Combine 1 teaspoon of honey (or more depending on hair length and condition) with 4 cups of warm water
  • After cleansing your hair as normal, pour the mixture through your hair and allow to dry as normal.
Ladies, it is worth including in your weekly beauty regime.


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