How to Treat My Hair Naturally

Most, if not all, of us want to improve our hair in some way. Maybe your goal is to hydrate and moisturize, repair damage, or protect your strands from the elements. Whatever it is, there’s a way to accomplish that using natural methods. By the end of this article, you’ll have some solid natural techniques and tips you can use to give your hair the best possible care.

Increase Scalp Blood Flow with Scalp Massage

One of the best things you can do for your hair from a natural standpoint is regular scalp massages. Why? Not only does it increase blood flow to your hair follicles, but it is also believed to give you thicker hair over time. The result is well-nourished and functional hair follicles that produce thicker hair.

As for how to do a scalp massage, here’s the general procedure:

1. Coat your fingertips in a carrier oil of your choice. Coconut oil and olive oil tend to work well. This step is optional and shouldn’t be done multiple times daily.

2. Press your fingertips into your scalp, using relatively light pressure, and move them around in small circles to massage your hair follicles.

3. Keep massaging and moving all around your scalp for 5 minutes.

It takes consistency and time to make a change in the state of your hair follicles. Massage your scalp a few times daily for a few months to see results.

Restore Moisture with a Hot Oil Treatment

If you’re having trouble keeping your hair moisturized, it could be that your moisturizers aren’t able to effectively penetrate your hair. It could also be in your hair’s nature– curly and coily hair types are usually the driest.

Whatever the cause, doing a hot oil treatment can be helpful. And it requires absolutely no chemicals. To do a hot oil treatment, follow the below instructions:  

• Apply some oil to your hair in sections.

• Cover your hair in a processing cap.

• Wait for up to a half hour.

• Rinse or wash the oil out.

The heat will help open up your cuticles so your strands can better accept the nutrients and moisture from your chosen oil.

For the best results, only do hot oil treatments on clean, damp hair. And be sure to leave the treatment on for at least 30 minutes.

Read this article to learn about other remedies for dry hair.

Make or Use a Natural Hair Mask

As time passes, more natural hair masks are being introduced to the market. There’s one for every hair issue you may be dealing with, from hair dryness and frizz to heat damage and hair loss. These masks often contain natural oils, emollients, and nutrients that give your hair a serious pick-me-up.

At the same time, DIYers are coming up with new at-home hair mask recipes that feature natural items from the refrigerator or pantry. If you’re considering trying a do-it-yourself hair mask, read this article for some ideas. 

In most cases, you’ll wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo, apply the hair mask to your damp hair, wait at least 5 to 30 minutes, and then rinse the mask out. Some natural DIY hair masks require a shampoo session to remove.

So, there you have it – how to treat your hair naturally. We hope you found all the information you were looking for, and we wish you the best as you leverage natural methods to care for your hair. If you haven’t already, check out Daily Dose leave-in conditioner; it’s an award-winning leave-in that works beautifully alongside any natural hair regimen to promote hair health.

Andrea is a mother, wife, writer, and natural hair enthusiast of 15 years. Currently on her natural hair journey, she’s been trying countless products and techniques to understand and embrace her natural hair. She is the creator of NaturallyTextured.com, a new website featuring informative articles that share tips, tricks, and techniques aimed to help others learn to love their hair through proper hair care. She writes with the hope of making hair care easier to understand and implement.