Solve Everyday Hair Care Problems with Products from Your Kitchen

As the economy continues to stumble, people are seeking ways to save money. For women like me that means abandoning life's little luxuries. Quality cosmetics, skin care and hair care products are no longer affordable.

We can't; however, give up the results that these important products deliver. For that reason women like myself are returning to the roots of cosmetic, skin and hair care. We are using household products that can be found in our kitchens.

Over the course of the next few articles I will address specific beauty problems that women face everyday. I will also share basic solutions that won't cost a lot of money. The first problems addressed come from the fans I have developed through my work with a British beauty site. I hope, in the future, that I can answer some questions you, my readers, might have as well.

Problem: If I don't condition my hair it looks frizzy and becomes hard to manage.

A lot of women need to condition their hair regularly but can no longer afford to purchase outside products.

Solution #1. Reach for the mayonnaise. It contains egg and vegetable oil, which are both perfect for adding life back into dull hair.

Solution #2. Another option is mashed avocado. It is full of the protein and oils as well as vitamins E and B6. More than that; however, avocado has wonderful hydrating properties, which are important for this hair issue.

Here's how you do it. Wash and towel dry hair. Then apply the product of choice and comb it through with a wide tooth comb. Wrap the head with saran wrap or a turbie twist for about 30 minutes. Leave on another 15 minutes if deep conditioning is required. Then, rinse and style as usual.

Note: If you really want to do the job right, mix avocado and Mayo together for maximum effect.

Problem: My hair looks dull and flat.

Hair that has been over processed or exposed to drastic elements can lose all of its shine.

Solution #1. Go bananas. They are packed with vitamins and nutrients that are good for all of our bodies. That includes our hair too.

Here's what you do. Let the banana get a bit over ripe so that it will be easy to mash. Apply it to dry hair and comb it through with a pick or wide tooth comb. Wait 15 to 20 minutes and then shampoo, rinse and style as usual.

Solution #2. Solid coconut oil can be used in much the same way. Coconut also has wonderful hydrating properties and the oil helps add shine and luster.

Here's what you do. Apply the coconut oil to the hair work it through to the ends with your fingers. Let it sit in place for about 10 to 15 minutes. Then wash, rinse and style for beautiful, shiny hair.

Problem: My hair is breaking off.

While not all hair loss is controllable, there are some things you can do to decrease hair breakage.

Solution #1. Take your vitamins, especially Vitamins B5, 6 and 12, C and E. If actual vitamin tablets aren't feasible, then alter your diet to include foods rich in those vitamins.

Solution #2. Moisturize and hydrate your hair as often. One great product to accomplish this is molasses.

Here is what you do. Apply the molasses to dry hair and work it through from root to tip. Wrap the head with saran wrap or a towel and wait 30 to 45 minutes. Then wash, rinse and style as usual.

Protecting your hair doesn't have to be expensive. All it takes is a little ingenuity, some time and the right mixture of household products.

Please feel free to post any of your questions in the comment section below and I will try to answer them in upcoming articles.

RESOURCES:

My own experiences
My mother who was a hairdresser
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