Get ready for healthier and smooth hair with this amazing holistic beauty routine. If you are looking for salon-style results at a fraction of the cost, you're in for a treat. This DIY flaxseed hair mask can make your hair smooth, shiny, and bouncy, with simple and cost-effective ingredients from your kitchen. You can also use it as a DIY flaxseed hair gel.
You may have heard that consuming flaxseeds is beneficial for health, they are all the rage in the wellness world, and many people like to incorporate them into their diet for a beauty from within approach. These healthy seeds also make an incredible holistic beauty hair mask that can give you gorgeous hair naturally.
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As a certified nutritionist, licensed cosmetologist, and holistic beauty expert, I am passionate about teaching individuals how to create holistic beauty products with non toxic ingredients from their kitchen. Natural beauty ingredients can be a fantastic addition to any beauty routine to help you achieve an ageless glow!
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5 Benefits of Using a Flaxseed Hair Mask
Reduces frizz and dryness- This DIY flaxseed hair mask is a natural film-forming humectant that helps draw moisture into the hair to resist dehydration. Hydrated hair appears healthier, moisturized, and less frizzy. Flaxseed hair masks are the perfect natural hair care recipe for dry hair, especially for the cooler Fall/Winter months.
Hair growth- The omega 3's fatty acids found in flaxseeds nourish the hair follicle to promote growth and strength.
Reduces hair breakage- Rich in vitamin E and fatty acids to nourish the scalp, minimize hair breakage and hair fall, and reduce free radical damage.
Minimizes dandruff and scalp conditions- B vitamins, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids are essential for a healthy scalp. All of which are found in flaxseeds. These rich nutrient properties are very beneficial for treating scalp conditions and promoting healthy hair when used regularly.
Can prevent hair thinning- Rich in Omega-3's to promote a healthy scalp.
A holistic beauty approach: Think of your scalp as a garden, and nourishing it from the outside (and inside) with nutrients such as those found in flaxseeds helps your hair grow healthier and more beautiful. Let your garden flourish!
I've always suffered from frizzy and dry hair, but since incorporating this mask into my holistic beauty routine, I have noticed that my hair looks smoother, shinier, moisturized, and healthy. I have used this all natural flaxseed hair mask for the past few years. It makes my hair look moisturized and frizz free without weighing it down. It's a game changer.
What you will need to make this DIY flaxseed hair mask
Small pot (try non toxic cookware)
Bowl
Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
Shower cap
1/4 cup flaxseeds
2 cups water
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Pro tip: This DIY flaxseed hair mask recipe makes a large batch so you will have leftovers. Make sure to pour any exta DIY flaxeed gel into an ice cube tray and freeze it. Pop out a couple cubes and thaw whenever you need a nourishing and quick holistic beauty hair mask.
Instructions
1.) In a small pot add 2 cups water and 1/4 cup flaxseeds. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
2.) Simmer on low for 7-10 minutes stirring often to prevent the flaxseeds from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
3.) You will start to notice a white foam on the top and the mixture begins to thicken. Keep stirring the mixture.
4.) Around 7-10 minutes turn off the stove, strain, and transfer mixture to a heat safe bowl. Once the mixture cools it will be a thick gel-like consistency.
5.) Allow the mixture to cool down but remain warm, not hot.
6.) Apply to damp hair (around 85-90% dried) that has been freshly washed and free from conditioner.
Pro tip: You can apply the flaxseed hair mask on dry hair that has not been washed but I personally find it works better on freshly washed hair. When there are no products on the hair and the cuticle is slightly raised from being wet it makes it easier for the mask to penetrate the hair.
7.) Start at the crown of the head and massage the mask into the scalp working your way down to the ends. Fully saturate the hair in the DIY flaxseed hair mask.
8.) Put on a shower cap and leave the hair mask on for 1-2 hours. If you can leave it for longer, even better.
9.) Now it is time for you to rinse out your hair mask. Rinse the mask thoroughly from the hair until you do not feel any residue. Use a very gentle shampoo. Cleanse and condition your hair as normal.
Pro tip: Here is how I use this fantastic hair mask. I use the holistic beauty flaxseed hair mask as a hair conditioner. I simply rinse the mask thoroughly from my hair and do not shampoo my hair after. I simply use a tiny bit of conditioner on just the ends of the hair if I need it. Since I don't shampoo the mask out, the natural film-forming humectants help to hydrate and smooth my frizz. It works so well! I find that this method works better for fine, dry, and frizzy hair.
It is important to try both methods to see which one works best for your hair.
Use the hair mask at least a few times a month for the best results.
That is it! Simple right? An easy DIY flaxseed hair mask that is effective and you can whip up in your kitchen using all-natural ingredients.
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I really hope you give this DIY flaxseed hair mask a try and enjoy all the benefits it provides. Don't forget to practice those hair flips!
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