Aloe vera, used since ancient times for its medicinal properties, is one of the most popular plants for skin care.
Did you know that it can also work wonders when used for hair care? Discover all the benefits of aloe vera for hair and our tips for using it.
What are the benefits of aloe vera for hair?
Aloe vera is renowned for its many benefits to the skin and body. It also has many assets to face the external aggressions that our hair undergoes. Here are the main benefits of aloe vera on the hair.
Aloe vera to moisturize hair
Known for its moisturizing power for the skin, aloe vera is also a great ally for moisturizing the hair.
Composed mainly of water and nutrients, aloe vera gel deeply nourishes the ends and lengths of hair.
Its moisturizing, regenerating, and fortifying properties, thus make it possible to find hair that is more supple, soft, shiny, and easier to comb. This is why aloe vera is ideal for dry and damaged hair, but also for frizzy, curly, and frizzy hair.
Aloe vera to purify and sanitize hair
Aloe Vera has antiseptic, antibacterial, and purifying properties. It can thus be an excellent remedy to relieve:
- itching;
- irritations ;
- fungal infections;
- fight against dandruff.
In addition to cleansing the scalp and skin, aloe vera also helps regulate the secretion of sebum which can suffocate the hair fiber and prevent it from breathing.
For all these reasons, aloe vera is suitable for dry and oily hair. Remember that even oily hair needs hydration.
Finally, whatever your hair type, the purifying and sanitizing effect of aloe vera makes it possible to space out shampoos in the long term!
Aloe vera to promote hair regrowth
Rich in vitamins A, B6, and B9, aloe vera is also known to stimulate blood circulation to the scalp, which has the effect of accelerating hair growth. In addition, aloe vera promotes hair regrowth.
The properties of aloe vera help slow down oxidation and reduce amino acids in the scalp. Results? The hair is stronger and its action will limit breakage, split ends, and hair loss!
How to use aloe vera on hair?
As you have understood, the benefits of aloe vera for the hair are numerous. And since it is a natural ingredient that is only good for us, we would be wrong to deprive ourselves of it!
Here are our tips for using aloe vera as hair care and integrating it into your beauty routine.
Aloe vera shampoo
To adopt aloe vera in your hair routine, the easiest way is to integrate it into your shampoos. To take advantage of the multiple benefits, all you have to do is add a dab of aloe vera gel to all your shampoos.
Your hair will be radiant, supple, and shiny! It is also possible to add a dab of aloe vera gel to your conditioner.
Aloe vera hair mask
To deeply moisturize all hair types and purify the scalp, there’s nothing like an aloe vera-based mask. To do this, you have several options:
- A scalp mask: you can apply pure aloe vera gel directly to the scalp on dry roots (no need to wet the hair). Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes then rinse and wash your hair with your usual shampoo;
- A mask for ends and lengths: the principle is the same as before. Apply aloe vera gel directly to the ends and the length of your hair (always on dry hair). Leave for 5 to 10 minutes and rinse. You can then wash them or wait for the next shampoo;
- A complete mask: you can make a homemade hair mask based on aloe vera by adding a vegetable oil of your choice (castor oil, coconut oil, etc., according to your needs) or shea butter. Once the ingredients are mixed, apply the preparation to wet hair, leave for an hour, and proceed with your usual shampoo.
How to use Aloe Vera according to your hair type?
Aloe Vera is suitable for all hair types, although it is particularly recommended for dry and damaged hair as well as for irritated or oily scalps.
Aloe Vera for dry hair
Dry and dehydrated hair is particularly vulnerable to external aggressions: UV rays, wind, and pollution… They are damaged and become dull. For this type of hair, it is important to restore a good level of hydration, by providing essential contributions to the cells.
Aloe Vera has moisturizing properties that can fill the deficiencies of the hair fiber. It deeply hydrates your hair. The polysaccharide content of this plant also gives it nourishing and sheathing properties.
In conclusion, Aloe Vera strengthens your hair and allows it to regain its volume and shine. In addition, this ingredient soothes and regenerates the scalp, which can sometimes become sensitive if it lacks hydration.
Aloe Vera for oily hair
Unlike dry hair, oily hair suffers from the overproduction of sebum, which prevents the hair fiber from breathing. Therefore, oily hair looks wet and dull. In some cases, oily hair also causes the formation of thick and visible dandruff.
Aloe Vera has antiseptic, antibacterial, and purifying properties that cleanse and eliminate excess sebum from the scalp, which suffocates the hair fiber. In addition to eliminating excess sebum, Aloe Vera will also help regulate its secretion.
Indeed, excessive secretion is the response of the scalp to protect itself from aggression. Contrary to what one might think, oily hair often lacks hydration and this is an actual attack on the scalp. It is therefore important to hydrate it. Aloe Vera is then the perfect ally for oily hair!
Aloe Vera for frizzy, curly, frizzy hair
Curly, curly hair and frizzy hair are often hair that is weakened. Indeed, for the curls to form, the scales of the keratin rise, which thus promotes the weakening of the hair.
In addition, the sebum is not distributed evenly in this type of hair. As a result, curly, curly, or frizzy hair often lacks moisture and is then weakened, dry, and damaged.
Aloe Vera has moisturizing and fortifying properties, which help strengthen the hair fiber of this type of hair. Aloe Vera also makes it possible to compensate for the lack of sebum, and thus rehydrate the hair fiber, making the hair shine and redefine the curls.
How to get aloe vera gel?
To extract aloe vera gel directly from the plant, simply cut the branches lengthwise and scoop out the substance inside.
Storage of aloe vera
The aloe vera gel can then be stored in the refrigerator. You can also find it in drugstores or organic stores.
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