Free Easy Steps for Healthy Hair

For some people healthy hair comes easy, for others it’s an ongoing struggle. Hair isn’t everything you say, but that depends on the person. I almost shaved off all my hair when transitioning back to my natural hair color which was turning grey at the time.

For me, it was about going back to my natural hair and stopping all the toxins and chemicals that I was coloring my hair with. I couldn’t wait for the new hair growth to grow and wanted to cut away the fake color….my family said don’t go overboard, don’t shave it!

I decided to go cold turkey and just let it grow out, it looked bad with the half grey and half brown hair although I could vision something extraordinary at the end of this path…yes, mother nature was right! The end result which was my true hair color was perfect!

The most important thing about letting your Natural Hair grow back is your health, your Scalp and Hair will be healthier and you won’t have those chemicals and toxins on and In your head and body!

A healthy scalp means healthy hair. A few Free Easy Steps for Healthy Hair for you to keep your strands their healthiest.

1) Massage your scalp every day, once or twice a day, preferably in the morning and again at night for 2-3 minutes each time and use an a few drops of an oil scalp massage for 20 minutes before shampooing your hair.

2) Use non-toxic natural shampoo and conditioners only. Try to rotate and use 3-5 shampoos.

3) Use filtered or distilled water for your final hair rinse.

4) Clarify your hair once a month with apple cider vinegar or something healthy.

5) Eat enough protein, biotin, zinc foods and supplement with vitamins if needed.

6) Protect your hair from the Sun with uv hair protectors.

7) Stop using any form of Hot Tools or use 1-2 times a week with a heat protectant on the lowest setting you can, it’s best not to go over 300F.

Natural Hair Dye Alternatives - Are They Worth It?

After trying to find a natural alternative and pushing away hair dyes that contained harsh chemicals and toxins I experimented with Henna which left my brown hair the same color with a tinge of red and my small percentage(at the time)of grey strands orange.

It was a nice natural scented, messy experiment. My hair had some shine to it, the color was not right for me so I chose darker henna powders and tried amla for a more ashy effect… still not impressed with the outcome on myself but my friend looked gorgeous. Although Henna might work for you if you have more of a warmer hair color preference and it would be the healthier choice if you choose to color your hair.

Next, I found Hairprint, it was natural just like henna although it did not leave an orange or red tint on my hair which I didn’t want anyway. Again, it smelled natural and was quite messy. My hair looked darker even though I used a light brown my hair looked darker and flat and it was rough to the touch, that dry feeling.

Just like the henna powder I would still need to apply this natural messy product every 3-4 weeks cause the roots would show the hair color difference and we couldn’t have that now, could we? I mean, what would the world say, it’s forbidden to show grey hair, it’s a bad bad thing….Really? It’s Not a bad thing, it’s an Awesome thing.

Mother Nature Knows Best and the Best thing You can do for Your hair is to Not Dye it or Hide it, Do Not Cover it, Show Your Beautiful Sparkly Strands and make them Sparkle even more with the Natural oils that work for Your hair like Coconut oil, Avocado oil, Grapeseed oil. Be careful with some oils that stain hair like Almond oil or Amla oil, these could leave a yellow tinge. My Final Thought, Flaunt that Sparkly Real Natural Hair and Don’t Hide it!

20 Top Essential Oils

With so many natural benefits that they provide, essential oils are great to have on hand. They can be used for a variety of purposes. Here is a list of the ones you will want to have around, and what they can be used for…

1. Lavender oil is one of the most popular essential oils. It speeds up hair growth. Beneficial for detoxifying your scalp when mixed with a 8 drops of frankincense essential oil, 8 drops lavender essential oil, 3 drops tea tree essential oil and 1/3 cup of argan oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil or grapeseed oil. Massage on scalp, leave to soak in 20-30 minutes before washing hair. A few drops in your shampoo can do wonders. It also helps you sleep better, and gives you fast relief when you have a sunburn.

2. Tea tree oil is great to have on hand for adding to vinegar and using the mixture to clean your home. It is antiviral, anti-fungal, antiseptic and antibiotic, helps unclog hair follicles, prevents buildup of chemicals and dead skin on your scalp although it can be harsh if used directly on the scalp so make sure to mix a few drops in your favorite hair oil, coconut, grapeseed, argan, jojoba etc.

3. Chamomile oil is great for relaxation. Chamomile oil adds shine and softness to hair, and soothes the scalp. Roman chamomile is more gentle than German chamomile, so it can be used for young babies, and is often used in homemade diaper spray solutions to soothe diaper rash.

4. Eucalyptus oil helps support respiratory health. Those suffering from asthma, bronchitis and even the common cold can benefit from diffusing this or applying it topically in diluted form.

5. Lemon oil is a great antibacterial and anti-fungal and an effective dandruff treatment also a perfect solution for thicker hair. If you are coming down with a cold, rub it in the palms of your hands and inhale. You can even add several drops to your load of laundry to help disinfect it.

6. Frankincense oil can prevent hair loss, as well as stimulate hair growth, it nourishes and strengthens the hair from within. It’s great for the skin, and often used in homemade facial creams. It can be applied topically to swollen areas and used as an anti-inflammatory.

7. Peppermint oil is another essential that promotes hair growth Mix 3 drops of peppermint essential oil with 1/4 cup carrier oil of your choice and massage into scalp, leave for 20 minutes before washing hair. Peppermint essential oil can soothe sore muscles and relieve bad breath. It can also be sprinkled around the doors in your home to deter ants or mice from entering.

8. Clove oil can be used to soothe a dry and irritated scalp it helps with much needed shine to dry and dull hair. With antiseptic properties essential clove oil can be used to relieve tooth pain while you are waiting for an emergency dentist appointment.

9. Grapefruit oil is a detoxifier and can be diluted and applied to cellulite-laden areas of the body to help release toxins from fat cells.

10. Ginger oil helps relieve nausea. It can also be diluted and applied to painful areas in order to experience relief.

11. Ylang ylang oil is ideal for dry scalps and can stimulate sebum production. It has a beautiful smell and is often used as a natural perfume. It also benefits relaxation and healthy skin.

12. Cedarwood oil can be used to clarify the skin, it promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss by balancing the oil-producing glands in the scalp. It also has antifungal and antibacterial properties, which can treat different conditions that may contribute to hair loss. It’s a good repellent for ticks, flies and gnats.

13. Citronella oil is a well-known mosquito repellent, but can also treat fevers and headaches.

14. Lemongrass oil is beneficial for a flake-free scalp. It is a common insect repellent, and can also help with digestive issues.

15. Geranium oil is great for the skin and also helps balance hormones. It promote hair growth by nourishing the scalp and balancing the production of sebum and natural oils.

16. Orange oil helps circulation and can also be used when cleaning your home, as it is not harsh and damaging to surfaces.

17. Lime oil is beneficial to diffuse when you need to stay alert. It can be added to shampoo to prevent scalp issues such as lice.

18. Rosemary oil has become the go-to oil for hair growth, by adding it to a carrier oil and applying it to the scalp.

19. Myrrh oil is great for skin health. This oil also penetrates deep into your scalp to increase pore tightness and stimulate hair growth, strengthens the roots and thus reduces hair loss. Along with fighting dandruff it fights and protects against parasites when ingested.

20. Thyme oil is used for respiratory health and is antibacterial, which makes it great for use when fighting illness or cleaning the kitchen. Great oil for skin care & hair care. It helps promote hair growth by both stimulating the scalp and actively preventing hair loss. Similar to cedarwood oil, thyme oil is helpful in treating alopecia areata

If you could only purchase twenty essential oils, these would be the ones you should invest in. They promote health, cleanliness and work together to cover a great variety of everyday needs.

Start with a few, and build your collection as you find yourself using them more and more. Only older teenagers and adults should use essential oils. If you think essential oils could benefit your child, ask their pediatrician first to make sure it’s safe.

Remember to test a small patch of skin and evaluate for irritation before use.