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- Add ½ cup of aloe vera juice.
- Aloe vera juice relieves itchy, dry scalps and acts as a conditioning agent that reduces frizz.
- I buy the Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera Juice. It comes in a large 1 gallon jug and has a shelf life of 1 ½ – 2 years (when stored properly in the fridge).
- Add ½ cup of rose water.
- Rosewater helps to balance the pH of skin.
- It has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce and prevent irritated skin and clogged pores.
- It’s antioxidant properties strengthens and regenerates skin cells.
- Rose water also hydrates and refreshes hair, and helps with the retention of moisture.
- I love the rose water by Heritage Store.
- Add ½ cup of distilled (not tap) water.
- If you live in a hard water area like I do, this is a CRUCIAL step.
- It is imperative that you use distilled (or filtered) water. Don’t use tap water, especially if you are unsure of the water content (or if you have never tested your water)!
- Add ⅓ cup of vegetable glycerin.
- Glycerin is a natural humectant. It helps to attract and retain moisture to your hair’s follicles.
- I adore the 100% pure version from NOW Solutions. It never fails to soften and moisturize my parched tresses!
- Add ½ teaspoon of vitamin e oil.
- Vitamin e oil has anti-aging properties that prevent damaging effects from the environment (e.g., free radicals).
- This nutrient-rich oil heals and repairs skin and hair.
- It is also an antioxidant that helps to keep the spritz fresh by extending the shelf life.
- After trying several brands, I’ve locked onto Sundown Naturals vitamin e oil.
- Add 20–30 drops of lavender essential oil.
- I used lavender essential oil for its regenerative, soothing, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, you can use any essential oil you prefer (i.e., rosemary, tea tree, peppermint, etc).
- The essential oil also helps to extend the shelf life of the spritz.
- Shake vigorously to incorporate all ingredients, and enjoy!
After tinkering with the proportions for two months, this has become my go-to daily hair moisturizer. I use it on my twist-outs, wash ‘n gos, protective styles, everything! When nothing else will moisturize my hair, this will. Trust!
Follow-up with your fave oil. I normally gravitate to whipped shea butter but, this summer, I’ve been reaching for extra virgin olive oil more frequently. Just use what your hair loves.