Recalling the harsh summer months and how my hair felt like straw after too much time in the sun instantly reminds me of those days. Now, I am wondering why I lost all that gorgeous, sun-kissed shine. While soft and vibrant just moments ago, my hair looking frizzy, lifeless, and dull gave away to the harsh reality I was still clueless about. Trying to style my hair for the night was turning into a nightmare as nothing worked. That’s when reality struck me.
If you had to deal with it at some point in your life, I know how bothersome it was. No matter the reason — sun, dry heat, or even salty water — summers dry our hair out and leave it feeling stripped of moisture. I do understand that salon fixes, more often than not, dry out our bank balance, require a lot of time, or are simply out of reach.
This is precisely why I decided to try a DIY solution. The home remedies I will be discussing later are ones which truly helped revive my hair after a bit of trial, error, and patience. It is on me to explain how to make it, why it works, and what you can do to achieve it too — all it takes are a few common ingredients sitting in your kitchen.
Why Summer Hair Needs Extra Moisturising Care
Let’s be honest—summer isn’t exactly synonymous with healthy hair. At the beach for a week, I ended up with dry, limp hair thanks to the combination of UV rays, salty ocean water, and chlorine swimming pools. This felt different from my usual hair routine.
The joining factors of summer dryness are
- Saltwater Effect: It strips dehydrated hair leaving it more prone to breakage.
- Sun Damage: Constant exposure to the sun will break the proteins in the hair and strip off the natural oils in it.
- Chlorine Damage: While pools are nice, the chemicals in them strip hair of moisture leading to brittle strands.
With summer coming up, my hair felt like it was in never ending thirst cycle. Washing it alone actually made it drier and limp. On top of that, I needed something that rather than just rinsing. Something intensive that could nurture my hair.
3 Simple Steps to Revive Your Hair This Summer
My journey began only recently. After a sustained effort, which took several weeks, I noticed considerable improvement in my hair. So, here’s how I went about it:
Step 1: Coconut Oil and Aloe Vera Hair Mask
An experiment I rounded off with a 30-minute warm towel session. Over time, I noticed my hair becoming softer.
How it helps:
- Coconut oil penetrates the hair shaft and locks in moisture.
- Aloe vera calms the scalp, restoring hydration.
How to use it:
- Combine coconut oil and aloe vera in a bowl.
- Apply to doused hair.
- Wash off after thirty minutes.
Step 2: Egg and Olive Oil Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment
Being one of the oldest household remedies, it had me surprised. Regardless of the type of hair you have, moisture and proteins are necessities.
Usage Steps:
- Beat one egg and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Put onto damp hair, use a shower cap, and wait for 20 minutes.
- Use cool water to rinse (trust me here, hot water will ‘cook’ the egg!).
Step 3: Nourishing Mask With Avocado and Banana
While this was messier than the first two, it was still effective. I used half a banana and a whole avocado, mashing it and then applying it to my hair. The vitamins from both provided a remarkable improvement after my first treatment.
How to use it:
- Mix banana and avocado until fully blended.
- Spread and let the blend sit for 15 minutes.
- Wash to eliminate all remnants of the mixture.
Main Components to Search For When Crafting DIY Hair Masks
The most important lesson for me was that not all ingredients are equal. Some are much more effective at providing moisture than others.
Top 5 Ingredients for Hydration
- Coconut Oil: Contains fatty acids that aid in hydration.
- Aloe Vera: With its moisturizing properties, it is a humectant.
- Avocado: It has vitamins A, D, and E which offer deep nourishment.
- Banana: Offers potassium which aids in softening hair.
- Olive Oil: Helps in smoothing the hair as well as protecting the cuticles.
You can create your own mask by combining some of these ingredients. For texture and luster restoration, I achieved significant results after a few weeks of consistent application.
Salon Treatments vs At Home – Where Should You Spend Your Money?
I personally used to spend a lot on salon treatments, until I discovered DIY masks. I was able to achieve similar, and often much better, results within the comfort of my home.
| Treatment | Home Remedy | Salon Treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Deep Conditioning | Coconut oil + aloe vera | Keratin treatment |
| Strengthening Mask | Egg + olive oil | Protein treatment |
| Moisture Boost | Avocado + banana | Hydrating hair spa |
Professianal hair masks can be incredibly expensive. All the homemade alternatives are perfectly safe to use and are DIY. With salon treatments for shine and softness, you are spending heaps on regular upkeep.
Conclusion
I am always shocked by how simple ingredients can transform hair health. Restoring moisture is not fancy or expensive, but simple and it is all about following the right steps. Implementing weekly structured masks let me enable softer, shinier, and healthy hair.
What are your ‘go-to’ hair masks? If hair needs added care after summer, bookmark this article now. Let me know about your suggestions in the comments below.
