Aloe Vera Peppermint Hair Tonic

Aloe Vera Peppermint Hair Tonic

I'm going to use this post as an opportunity to brag on one of my favorite hair products: Aloe Vera.

Unlike many conditioners (natural oils as well) which leave your hair extremely oily and blah; making you resemble Loki; 

aloe vera leaves your hair feeling ultra moisturized, shiny and soft; without all the oily textures that normally entail from conditioners. So, even if you are going somewhere and need your hair looking it's best, you can still use this easy leave-in conditioner, whilst modeling your favorite hairstyle. 

One of my favorite ways to use aloe vera on my hair is simply apply it to your hair, paying special attention to your scalp and ends; and then braid it while it's still wet and sleep on it. Any time I'm treating my hair to a good conditioning, I braid it afterwards to help lock in all the conditioner; so my hair can access all the nutrients better.  

After it's dried, take it out and you'll have beautiful, lush waves, or you can brush it out.
  I think you'll be amazed at how shiny and soft it leaves your hair.

:Aloe Vera Peppermint Hair Tonic: 

• 1/2 - 3/4 cup of aloe vera (adjust amount to how much hair you have)

• 5-10 drops of peppermint essential oil

 Mix with finger and apply to hair.

 

I like to start at the scalp and work my way down. 

Be sure and massage your scalp so that the peppermint oil can penetrate your scalp and help clean out and open up the pores on your head, to help stimulate hair growth.

You may feel a cool sensation on your head when you apply the oil, don't worry; it's normal - the peppermint oil is just working it's magic! 

And if you have any extra tonic, you can apply it to your skin as well, just be careful applying it around your eyes.

Note: Be careful to avoid getting peppermint oil in your eyes, it won't kill you but it will sting.

 Read full post here.

"Aloe Vera comprises of more than seventy-five effective components, which includes the twenty amino acids and the eight essential amino acids indispensable for the human body.  Besides these, they also contain certain enzymes effective for metabolic health, essential vitamins, minerals, poly-saccharides that render immune-stimulating properties along with its magical healing touch. The substances in Aloe Vera such as Salicylic Acid, Saponins and Sterols provide its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties."

A list of the beneficial properties of using aloe vera on your mane:

Relieves Scalp Itching

Reduces Scalp Redness & Inflammation

Adds Strength & Luster To Hair

pH Balancing

Promotes Hair Growth

Heals Scalps Affected By Psoriasis & Seborrhea

Easily Penetrates Hair & Scalp

Anti- Fungal Properties Alleviates Dandruff

Helps Hair Retain Water & Moisture

  

 Excerpt taken from^Simply Organic Beauty website^ 

You can see why aloe vera is one of my favorite moisturizers to use on my wild locks; especially during the heat of the summer months, as it's cooling properties mixed with peppermint oil give such a refreshing effect to my hair, and a much needed pick-me-up during the long, dry months.

 I think it will quickly become a favorite with you and your hair, as well.

So give it a try and see what this wonderful, nutritiously packed plant can do for your hair! Your hair will thank you.

I hope you enjoyed the first installment of our series of natural hair health; join us again next week to explore more all natural ways to keep your beautiful locks in tip-top shape.

Love and Rich Blessings - 

~ Aspen