Hair or Skin Care idea: DIY Moisturizing Hair or Facial Mask

 

Have you ever tried a DIY natural moisturizing mask at home?

This is a great idea to try on days you can't get to the salon but want to do something to pamper yourself. It's really simple, it can help reduce hair breakage, improves hair growth, and softens skin. This one is made with olive oil and aloe vera gel. Both olive oil and aloe vera gel have some amazing benefits. Below, I've listed some so you can get an idea of how they benefit our health, skin, and hair.

Benefits of Aloe Vera (aloe barbadensis):

• Anti-inflammatory
• Contain fiber, B vitamins, and other vitamins, and minerals
• Can help heal wounds
• Has antiseptic properties
• Can help heal Sunburn
• Can be used as a skin moisturizer
• Clears skin
• Can help fight infections
• Supports the immune system
• Can support digestion
• May help lower blood sugar levels
• Detoxifying
• Strengthens hair and reduces hair loss
• Reduces dandruff

Benefits of Olive oil (Olea europaea L.):

• Contains Omega 3 & 6
• Contains antioxidants
• Has vitamin E & K
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-bacterial
• Lowers risk of stroke
• Reduces the risk of heart disease
• Aid in weight-loss
• May help fight against Alzheimer's disease
• Has anti-cancer properties
• Reduces symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
• Beneficial for bones, heart, and brain
• Good for skin & hair

DIY Moisturizing hair mask recipe:

What you'll need:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel from an aloe vera leaf
• a bowl
• Plastic cap

Directions:

• Cut open the leaf
• scoop out the gel and measure 1/4 cup
• Add to bowl
• Measure 1/4 cup of olive oil and add to bowl
• Blend well
• Rub the mixture on hair from the root to tips
• Place plastic cap on
• Leave on for 15-20mins
• Rinse and style as usual

You can also use this mixture as a facial mask for softer skin by rubbing it on your face instead and leaving it on for 15-20mins then rinse it off. 

Hope you enjoyed these DIY Moisturizing mask ideas. Let me know what you think in the comment section below and don't forget to check out the products section of the blog for my wellness journals & Etsy products.

*Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. These posts are for educational purposes. When participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. I am not providing healthcare, medical, or nutritional therapy services or attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue.  Please be sure to contact your healthcare provider before starting any new physical activities.

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