7 Simple Ways To Make Hair Silky, Long, And Soft

When you see someone with long, beautiful tresses, it is difficult not to feel envious, more so when you learn that they were born with beautiful hair while you are saddled with dull and scratchy hair. That is why you need to learn how to make your hair soft and silky. Hair that is frizzy, unruly, and lackluster is typical among women all over the world. However, many women are unaware that this is a problem that can be resolved. Your hair, too, can turn heads with the correct hair care routine in place. Here is a list of 7 basic treatments that may help you improve the health of your hair and make it silkier, softer, and longer. Check them out!

How To Make Your Hair Silky, Long, And Soft

1. Aloe Vera

You Will Need

• Aloe Vera Leaf
• 2 tbsp Water
• Spray Bottle

Prep Time

5 minutes

Treatment Time

5 minutes

Method

1. Slice an aloe vera leaf and extract two tablespoons of gel using a spoon. Ensure that you’re only extracting the clear gel and not the yellow.
2. Blend this gel until it gets to a smooth consistency.
3. Add two tablespoons of water to the gel and mix well.
4. Pour this liquid into a spray bottle and shake well.
5. Spray your hair with the aloe vera solution after it has been washed and dried.
6. Leave it on like you would hair spray.

How Often?

3-4 times a week.

Why This Works

Aloe vera is an abundant source of proteolytic enzymes which repair the damaged cells present in your scalp (1). This allows it to improve follicle health and boost hair growth. The moisture content of this ingredient helps hydrate your hair and keep it conditioned throughout the day. This will ensure a smooth texture with minimized frizz.

2. Hot Oil Massage With Coconut Oil/Olive Oil

You Will Need

• 2-3 tbsp Coconut Oil/Olive Oil
• Hot Towel

Prep Time

5 minutes

Treatment Time

45 minutes

Method

1. Take 2-3 tablespoons (depending on the length of your hair) of your chosen oil and heat it for a couple of seconds until it is slightly warm.
2. Massage the warm oil into your scalp and work it through the length of your hair.
3. Massage your scalp for about 15 minutes and then leave the oil on for an additional 30 minutes.
4. Cover your hair with a hot towel while you wait.
5. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

How Often?

Twice a week.

Why This Works

A hot oil massage can help stimulate your hair follicles, boosting hair growth. It is an efficient deep conditioning treatment for your hair which also fights issues such as dandruff and itching. Coconut oil helps nourish your strands with its rich triglyceride content. It also has the ability to penetrate deep into your hair shafts, allowing for optimum nourishment. Olive oil is packed with antioxidants, fatty acids, and vitamin E, which help condition your hair while preventing and repairing hair damage (2).

3. Curd

You Will Need

• 1 cup Curd
• 2 tbsp Amla Powder

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

30 minutes

Method

1. Combine the two ingredients until you get a smooth mixture.
2. Apply these ingredients onto your scalp and hair.
3. Once your hair is completely covered, leave the mask on for about 30 minutes.
4. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
5. Finish with conditioner.

How Often?

1-2 times a week.

Why This Works

Curd contains vitamins B5 and D which are essential for hair health. It helps strengthen your hair shafts from within while also fighting off issues such as dandruff. The amla in this mask helps give your scalp a vitamin C boost, aiding hair growth.

4. Eggs

You Will Need

• 1 whole Egg
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tbsp Honey
• Shower Cap

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

30 minutes

Method

1. Whisk the ingredients together to get a well-combined mixture.
2. Apply this mask onto your scalp and your hair.
3. Once your scalp and hair are completely covered, wait for 30 minutes.
4. Cover your hair with a shower cap while you wait to avoid a mess.
5. Wash your hair with cool water and a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
6. Finish with conditioner.

How Often?

1-2 times a week.

Why This Works

Eggs are one of the most abundant protein sources. It helps provide your hair with nourishment and shine while also improving its texture. It helps repair hair damage and adds life to dull hair. Regularly using this hair mask will help strengthen and condition your hair while making it more manageable.

5. Fenugreek Seeds

You Will Need

• ¼ cup Fenugreek Seeds
• 1 cup Water

Prep Time

12 hours

Treatment Time

30 minutes

Method

1. Soak fenugreek seeds in water and leave it overnight.
2. In the morning, blend the seeds adding a little bit of the water that it was soaked in to get a smooth and consistent texture.
3. Apply this paste onto your scalp and hair.
4. Leave the fenugreek paste in your hair for about 30 minutes.
5. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
6. Finish with conditioner.

How Often?

Once a week.

Why This Works

Fenugreek seeds are rich in protein, iron, vitamin C, potassium, and lecithin (3). These essential hair nutrients work together to prevent hair loss, dandruff, damage, and graying while promoting hair thickening and strength.

6. Onion Juice

You Will Need

• Juice from a Large Onion
• 3-4 drops Lavender Essential Oil

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

10-15 minutes

Method

1. Mix the ingredients until you get a well-combined solution.
2. Apply this solution onto your scalp while massaging it gently with your fingertips.
3. Leave the onion juice on for about 10-15 minutes.
4. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
5. Finish with conditioner.

How Often?

Twice a week.

Why This Works

Onion juice helps curb hair fall, boost hair growth, and also re-grow hair (4).

This is probably owed to its high sulfur content which helps boost blood circulation, allowing for better nutrition. It is also a rich source of nutrients such as biotin, manganese, flavonoids, vitamin C, phosphorus, folic acid, and copper, all of which help restore health and shine to your hair.

7. Apple Cider Vinegar

You Will Need

• 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 cup Water

Prep Time

2 minutes

Treatment Time

5 minutes

Method

1. Dilute the apple cider vinegar with a cup of water and set it aside in a jug.
2. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
3. Proceed to condition your hair.
4. After you’ve conditioned your hair, pour the diluted apple cider vinegar through it.
5. Do not rinse your hair any further.

How Often?

Once a week.

Why This Works

This treatment helps get rid of dirt, oil, grime, and buildup from your hair. It clarifies your hair without the use of harsh chemicals, leaving it feeling soft and looking silky.

Additional Tips

1. Maintain A Balanced Diet

Ensuring that you are providing your hair with enough nutrition is key to having healthy hair. What you put on your hair does not matter if your hair is not nourished from the inside. Make sure that you are getting your daily dose of healthy fats, proteins, and nutrients. Also, make an effort to keep yourself hydrated.

2. Choose The Right Products

Using natural or herbal shampoos that don’t contain harsh chemicals like SLS and sulfates can go a long way when it comes to your hair’s health. This is because sulfates are harsh on your hair and strip away all of your natural oils. It would also be a good idea to invest in a good hair conditioner that is free of silicones. While silicones help add shine to your hair, they also create build up which ends up weighing your hair down.

3. Oil Massage

Give yourself (or get someone to give you) a nice and relaxing oil massage at least once a week. Oil massages not only help relieve tension, but they promote blood circulation ensuring that your follicles are well-nourished.

4. Invest In A Wide-Tooth Wooden Comb And A Boar Bristle Brush

A wide tooth wooden comb will prevent static and hair breakage. This is the ideal comb to use while detangling your hair. Once your hair is detangled, a boar bristle brush will help pull down the oils from your roots, ensuring that your hair is well nourished and protected. It is also important to avoid combing your hair while it is wet as this is when your hair is more vulnerable to breaking.

5. Never Skip Conditioning

Conditioning is extremely important when it comes to maintaining the health of your hair. Never skip using conditioner after you shampoo. It would also be a good idea to deep condition your hair at least once a week with an extremely hydrating homemade hair mask. If you have extremely dry hair, it would be a good idea to invest in a good leave-in conditioner.

6. Always Wash With Cool Water

Cool water helps seal your hair’s cuticles, ensuring that your hair is smooth and silky. This also helps prevent the loss of moisture from your hair.

7. Trim Regularly

Trimming your hair every 6-8 weeks is vital. This will help get rid of any split ends, preventing the damage from moving further up your hair shaft.

8. Stop Using Hot Styling Tools

Heat styling can cause some serious damage to your hair with regular use. If you are addicted to your straightener, it would be a good idea to look up some no-heat styles and take a hiatus from using heat.

9. Do Not Over-Wash Your Hair

Washing your hair more than thrice a week can make it dull, dry, and lifeless. Stick to washing your hair 2-3 times a week.

10. Let Your Hair Air-Dry

Instead of using a blow-dryer, let your hair air-dry. Do this by gently squeezing out the excess water from your hair with a towel and leaving it open until it dries. Do not rub your hair vigorously with the towel as this will cause damage.

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