Aloe vera has been called a miracle plant because of all of its beneficial properties. It is especially noted as a natural ingredient that can do wonders for your hair. According to an article published in the journal Molecules, aloe vera gel contains enzymes, minerals, salicylic acid, amino acids, proteins and anti-oxidant vitamins. Together, these act as a deep cleansing, highly moisturizing, all-natural treatment for your hair.
Extraction
Step 1
Break an aloe vera leaf from the plant and bring to the kitchen.
Step 2
Cut the leaf with a knife and let the gel inside the plant fall into a glass measuring cup.
Step 3
Fill the measuring cup with 2 oz. of the aloe vera gel. If necessary, break a second leaf from the plant.
Preparation
Step 1
Add the aloe vera gel to 8 oz. of your regular shampoo. shake the bottle to blend. This will deep clean your hair without stripping and contribute to a healthy scalp.
Step 2
Add the aloe vera gel to 8 oz. of your regular hair conditioner. Shake the bottle to blend. The amino acids in aloe vera gel will moisturize your hair, giving you shiny locks.
Step 3
Apply the aloe vera gel to your scalp after you have been out in the sun. The skin-benefitting properties of this gel will soothe and heal your scalp for a healthy head of hair, points out BecomeGorgeous.com.
Step 4
Make a natural hair gel. Combine 1 cup hot water, 1 tsp. of unflavored gelatin and the aloe vera gel. Mix well and allow to cool at room temperature. Pour into a plastic bottle and keep in the refrigerator. Use as you would any styling gel. Discard after two weeks.
Things You'll Need
- Aloe vera leaf
- Knife
- Glass measuring cup
- 8 oz. shampoo
- 8 oz. hair conditioner
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 tsp. unflavored gelatin
- Plastic bottle
References
- BecomeGorgeous.com: Skin Benefits of Aloe Vera
- Mdpi.org: Composition And Applications of Aloe Vera Leaf Gel
- "Herbal Home Remedies"; Jude C. Todd; 2008
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