We’re all looking for new and natural ways to care for our hair and skin. Hair coloring has become an integral part of our lives and for some it is a necessity.
Premature graying is real and alive and many endure it. The good news is – you don’t have to rely on chemical dyes to color your hair. There are natural coloring options for your hair. Do you know you can color your hair deep red while also nourishing and conditioning it?
Let’s take a look at how to do it and then move to the benefits. Shall we?
Ingredients
Henna Leaves
Aloe Vera Leaves
Instructions
Remove the Aloe Vera Pulp from the leaf – Aloe Gel and wash it thoroughly. Set aside.
Get fresh Henna Leaves you will need a good amount of fresh leaves – the paste is only made up of Henna Leaves and Aloe Gel.
Grind the fresh Henna Leaves along with the Aloe Vera Gel – you don’t need water for this recipe.
Once the paste is finely ground remove from your mixed and transfer to your bowl.
Done!
How to Use the Paste?
Just apply the paste to your strands and even scalp right away – don’t wait if you’re using fresh aloe and henna leaves.
Wash off after 30 – 45 minutes with herbal hair wash powder or a mild shampoo.
Let your hair air-dry.
Tips to Tweak the Recipe
This recipe uses fresh Henna Leaves & Aloe Vera Gel for best results. However, you can use dried Henna Powder and Aloe Vera Gel off shelves. If you opt for that method because you can’t get fresh ones, make sure you buy organic and pure Aloe Vera Gel and Henna Powder.
Tips for Best Results
Wait for at least 30 minutes before washing off to get a dark red color for your strands.
Do not add Yogurt or other ingredients if you’re going for red color.
If you want other shades, check out our other recipes for ideas on additional ingredients and options.
Why These Ingredients?
Most of us know Henna can leave hair dry and lifeless. Depending on your body and hair type, the dryness could be more – worse. Adding Aloe Vera conditions, hydrates and moisturizes your hair and scalp and keeps dryness at bay. When you’re done with the pack, your hair is shiny and soft!
Unlike the paste made with Henna Powder and other ingredients, this paste is really easy and smooth to apply.
Both Aloe Vera Gel and Henna are really good hair and scalp care ingredients so they not only color your hair but also add health and vitality to your hair.
As always, let us know how you liked the results. Questions? Comments? Requests? Feel free to write to us. Don’t have time for DIY Recipes for your hair and scalp care? Try our HY Vitamins premium hair care range based on Argan Oil and other natural extracts and herbal oils for complete and comprehensive hair care. There’s a product for everyone and every requirement you may have.
