Natural hair might be defined as hair that has not been permed, colored or treated in a way to change its original state: curly to straight or the reverse. Use shampoos that are made with vegetable oils that have been saponified, similar to liquid castile soap. Use vegetable oils to condition even badly damaged hair. Use essential oils for their great scents and antibacterial and conditioning qualities.
Natural Hair Has Not Been Permed or Colored
Natural hair that has not been permed, colored or subjected to heavy styling stress will not have serious breakage or split ends. To fortify hair, use shampoos made with coconut, hemp, olive, palm or other vegetable oils. These will condition and clean hair without stripping it of its natural oils.
Make your own combining 10 oz. of liquid castile soap with 20 to 25 drops of essential oils. Use lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) for thin hair, tea tree (Melaleuca alternifoli) oil for oily hair and chamomile for dry hair.
Deep Condition Hair with Essential Oils
Condition natural hair with food-grade hair products that are made with essential oils that provide additional benefits. For example, conditioning hair with rosemary can make dark hair shine. Lemon and clary sage are appropriate for oily hair; lemon is astringent, and clary sage can help reduce oil production. Deep condition hair with a treatment by combining 1 tbsp. each of olive and coconut oil and adding five to seven drops of essential oils. Apply to clean, wet hair, leaving in for at least 20 minutes or overnight. Shampoo again in the morning and condition.
Use Jojoba Oil as a Hair Sunscreen
Even natural hair can fade or develop unflattering highlights from sun exposure. For example, dark brown hair can develop orange highlights if not protected from sun exposure. Use jojoba oil to make an effective hair oil. Combine equal parts jojoba and olive oil in a dark-colored glass container, adding several drops of lavender and rosemary. Apply to clean, dry hair, combing through from scalp to the ends.
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