Hair conditioner is an important part of any beauty routine, and a natural hair conditioner that you made yourself is often better for your hair and cheaper than a store-bought product. Find out how to make conditioner in Nigeria 5 different ways!
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1. Homemade conditioner for dry hair
Using conditioner is essential for every hair type, but it’s especially vital for dry hair. The best conditioner for dry hair can be made using the ingredients you already have in your kitchen:
- Aloe vera gel – 4 tbsp
- Juice and pulp of 1 lemon
- Peppermint essential oil – 5 drops
To use this simple conditioner, mix the ingredients in a bowl. Wash your hair, pat it with a towel, and apply the conditioner from the hair roots to the hair ends. Leave the conditioner in the hair for 5 minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water.
2. Natural conditioner for hair growth
If your hair is brittle, prone to breakages, and you can’t get it to grow to your desired length, you’re going to need one of the best ingredients for hair conditioners for growth – jojoba oil. To prepare this conditioner, you will need:
- Coconut water – 2 cups
- Aloe vera juice – 1 ½ cups
- Jojoba oil – 2 tbsp
Mix the ingredients for the conditioner in a spray bottle. This conditioner can be used between washes to rehydrate your hair and supply it with the nutrients needed to strengthen the hair and promote its growth.
3. Hydrating egg hair conditioner
Some of the most effective hair conditioner ingredients are already in your fridge, you just need to know the right way to use them! Egg yolks have proven to have a strong hydrating effect. Plus, they create a protective coat for your hair, allowing it to withstand the heat and bad weather. Get the following ingredients ready for this conditioner:
- Egg yolks – 2
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Water – as needed
Mix the ingredients in a bowl or food processor until they turn into a smooth paste. Add a little water if the mixture is too thick. Apply the egg conditioner to your hair from the roots to the ends. Alternatively, you can use it only on your ends or the lower half of your hair.
Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave the conditioner in your hair for up to 2 hours. Then wash it off with sulfate-free shampoo. You can then use your regular conditioner. Make sure to wash the egg conditioner off with cool water so that the eggs are not heated.
4. Apple cider vinegar hair conditioner
The best conditioner for natural black hair isn’t always the one with the biggest list of ingredients – sometimes simple recipes work just as well. Apple cider vinegar has numerous benefits for hair, and here is what you’ll need for this conditioner:
- Apple cider vinegar – 1 tbsp
- Water – 1 cup
Combine the ingredients for the conditioner in a spray bottle. Wash your hair as usual and then spray the conditioner all over your locks. Leave in for a couple of minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water
5. Deep conditioner for natural hair
Wondering how to make conditioner that will solve all of your hair problems at once? Then you’ll need something stronger than regular homemade conditioner. For this recipe, you will need:
- Your favourite store-bought conditioner – 1 cup
- Olive oil – ½ cup
- Coconut oil – ½ cup
- Honey – 1 tbsp
Add the ingredients for the conditioner to a double boiler and melt over low heat. Stir well, put into a jar with a tight lid, and apply after each hair wash as your regular conditioner. Rinse off after 5 to 10 minutes and dry your hair.
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