Natural Hair Care

If you've been with me for awhile, you know that I prefer natural vs. chemical. That's not so unusual. Most smart women know the value of using natural products vs. chemically based products.

That's not to say there aren't some very good chemicals that do the trick, there are. I just happen to prefer exposing my body to more natural, hair care tips and safe methods as much as possible.

I think of it this way. What makes your favorite restaurant food so delicious? What makes you go back for the good food? It's generally the fresh, natural non-processed ingredients. They don't use processed, or chemically treated ingredients. Everything is fresh daily and right from the vine, so to speak, and it's good for you.

The same principle works for your skin and hair care. Use things that are not processed or chemically treated. It will make a difference in how your hair feels, looks and holds it condition.

My hair, for instance, I like to use fresh foods. Sounds exotic and like a lot of trouble, but you can make up shampoos, conditioners and skin creams ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator to use for up to a week.

Something as simple as mayonnaise for example, is a great hair conditioner. I rub it into my hair, wrap it in plastic wrap for about 20 minutes and wash it out. For something so simple it makes my hair super soft and shiny. And what did it cost? Just a few cents. A lot cheaper than what I'd spend on hair conditioner at my favorite hair salon.

Now take that same mayonnaise and add an avocado. Mash it up right into the mayonnaise and you've got even a better conditioner. Again it's cheap and you can make enough to last a week in the frige.

For added conditioning try using these oils which are very nourishing for healthy looking hair. Simple put on, wrap in a warm towel and leave on for 20 minutes or even overnight.

Use Olive Oil - Provide elasticity and strength to your hair.

Jojoba Oil - Perfect for dry or over processed, frizzy hair because it moisturizes.

Coconut Oil - Coconut oil contains lots of things like magnesium, calcium and iron so it helps improve damaged hair and gives it new strength as well as lubrication.

Rosemary Herbal Oil - Try this for dandruff. Warm the oil and massage it into your scalp, then wrap in a hot towel. Very soothing and nice!