DIY Hair Care: Simple but Effective Vegetable Keratin Recipes for Nourishment and Protection

Incorporating vegetable keratin into your hair care routine is a fantastic way to strengthen, nourish, and protect your locks. Vegetable keratin, a plant-derived protein, mimics the natural keratin found in hair, providing similar benefits but without the use of any animal-derived ingredients. These DIY recipes are easy to make and use, ensuring your hair receives the optimal care it deserves. Here's how you can create and use these nourishing and moisturising hair masks at home.

Nourishing DIY Hair Mask

This nourishing hair mask combines the hydrating and strengthening properties of vegetable keratin with the deep moisturising effects of coconut oil, honey, and argan oil. The rich texture of shea butter is an added bonus!

Ingredients based on total volume of 200ml:

• 60ml aloe vera liquid-gel
• 60ml shea butter
• 30ml argan oil
• 30ml coconut oil
• 10ml vegetable keratin (based on total volume of 200 ml)
• 10ml honey

Instructions:

• In a bowl, gently warm and soften the shea butter.
• Combine the coconut oil, honey, argan oil, aloe vera gel, and melted shea butter.
• Add 10 ml of vegetable keratin.
• Mix well until you get a consistent paste.

How to use:

Apply the mask to damp hair, focusing on the mid-lengths to ends. Leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water, then shampoo and condition as usual. Use this mask once a week for deep conditioning.

Moisturising DIY Hair Mask

This moisturising hair mask leverages the power of aloe vera gel and olive oil, while shea butter and cocoa butter are rich emollients that enhance the mask's consistency and effectiveness. Vegetable keratin fortifies the hair, reducing breakage and improving overall hair health.

Ingredients based on total volume of 200ml:

• 60ml aloe vera gel
• 60ml cocoa butter
• 30ml olive oil
• 30ml shea butter
• 10 ml vegetable keratin

Instructions:

• In a bowl, gently warm and soften the shea butter and cocoa butter.
• Combine the melted shea butter, melted cocoa butter, olive oil, and aloe vera gel.
• Add 10 ml of vegetable keratin.
• Mix thoroughly to achieve a smooth consistency.

How to Use:

Apply the mask to clean, damp hair, ensuring even coverage. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with cool water to remove the mask, then shampoo and condition. Use this mask once a week for added moisture and shine.

These DIY recipes are simple and effective ways to incorporate vegetable keratin into your hair care routine, offering both nourishment and protection. By using natural, easily accessible ingredients, you can create hair masks that provide the same benefits as commercial products without the added chemicals. With consistent use, your hair will become stronger, shinier, and more resilient, making these DIY treatments a valuable addition to your hair care regimen.