Ditch Your Hair Straightening Machine, Try These Natural Ways To Get Straight Hair

Who doesn't love straight hair? Straight hair can never go out of fashion! They look amazing and are super easy to manage and style. However, not all of us are blessed with naturally straight hair and go for hair straightening treatments or rely on hair straightening machines. 

Many of us don't really realise that these treatments and straighteners give us instant results but damage our hair in the long run. These styling tools and treatments make our hair damaged and frizzy which leads to hair breakage. Don't be disheartened! There are a lot of other ways to straighten our hair at home, naturally. Read on to know. 

Milk And Eggs

Both milk and eggs are commonly found in Indian kitchens. Milk and eggs are packed with a variety of vitamins and nutrients which are great for your hair. From treating dandruff to maintaining a healthy scalp, this combination does it all. Here is how you can use this combo to straighten your hair naturally. 

Ingredients Required:

• 1 Egg
• 2 Cups Milk

Directions:

• Take 1 egg and separate the egg white. 
• Mix two cups of milk to the egg white and whisk. 
• Divide your hair into sections and using a hair brush, apply this mixture all of your hair. 
• Cover your hair with a shower cap and wash after 15 minutes. Follow with your regular shampoo and conditioner. 

Coconut Milk And Lemon Juice

Coconut milk helps in smoothening the hair. It conditions the hair and makes them soft and straight. On the other hand, lemon juice has vitamin C which not only conditions the hair but also straightens your tresses. 

Ingredients Required:

• 1/4 Cup Coconut Milk 
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice 

Directions:

In a bowl, add coconut milk and lemon juice. Mix well. Keep this mixture in the refrigerator overnight. 

In the morning, apply this mixture all over your scalp and hair. Keep it for 30 minutes and then wash with cold water. Wash off with a mild shampoo. 

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Milk And Honey

Both these ingredients, milk, and honey have moisturising properties which smoothen your hair. Applying this combination on your hair regularly can help you give shiny, sleek hair which you always wished for. 

Ingredients Required:

• 1/4 Cup Milk
• 2 Tbsp Honey

Directions:

In a bowl, add milk and honey. Mix well. Apply this mixture all over your hair. Keep your hair covered with a shower cap. Wash your hair after two hours with a mild shampoo. 

Banana And Papaya 

Banana and papaya nourish and condition your hair. This combination treats all the frizziness of your hair and makes them look straight and silky. 

Ingredients Required:

• 1 Banana
• 1 Papaya

Directions:

Take equal parts of banana and papaya in a bowl. Using a fork, mash the two. Make sure you get a mixture that is free of any lumps. Apply the mix on your hair for 45 minutes and then wash with cold water. Follow with a mild shampoo. 

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Aloe Vera And Coconut Oil

Aloe vera has enzymes that keep your hair soft and smooth. On the other hand, coconut oil works as a conditioner for your hair and treats dry and frizzy hair. 

Ingredients Required:

• 1/4 Cup Coconut Oil
• 1/4 Cup Aloe Vera Gel

Directions:

In a bowl, add aloe vera gel and warm coconut oil. Mix well. Apply this mixture to your hair and leave for 40 minutes. Wash with a mild shampoo later. 

All these are natural ways of straightening your hair and the results may vary depending on your hair type and texture. If any of these combinations don't work for your hair, stop using them immediately. For more such stories around hair, stay tuned!