DIY Deep Conditioning: Easy, Natural, Color-Safe Hair Mask Recipes

DIY Easy, Natural and Color Safe hair mask recipes using banana, avocado, honey and yogurt for you to make at home.

Deep conditioning is a must for colored hair!

There are so many products on the market, it can be tough to choose which one is best. We find that a healthy rotation of products is great. However, some deep conditioning masks have ingredients like parabens and silicones that are no bueno for hair long-term. They may make the hair look shiny initially, but over time cause build up and dullness- the exact opposite of what you are using the product for! They may also contain toxic ingredients. Because of this, we thought we would pull together some simple and non-toxic ways to deep condition your hair at home.

Here are two hair mask recipes we love that are specifically designed to hydrate and benefit colored hair! Colored hair requires extra care to maintain its vibrancy and health. Hydrating hair masks can be a lifesaver by helping to nourish, moisturize, and protect the hair by increasing flexibility. Not to mention, they can add incredible shine and improve manageability!

Sweet Bee Smoothie Mask

Benefits:

Yogurt: Rich in protein and lactic acid, yogurt helps to strengthen hair strands and improve overall hair health.

Honey: Acts as a humectant, drawing moisture into the hair shaft and providing intense hydration.

Coconut Oil: Penetrates the hair shaft to moisturize and nourish, leaving hair soft and shiny.

Apple Cider Vinegar: Helps to balance the pH of the scalp and hair, promoting a healthy scalp environment.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup plain yogurt

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon coconut oil (or olive oil)

1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, honey, coconut oil, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

2. Apply the mixture evenly to damp, freshly washed hair, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends.

3. Cover your hair with a shower cap or a plastic wrap to trap heat and enhance absorption.

4. Leave the mask on for 30-60 minutes.

5. Rinse the mask out with lukewarm water, followed by a mild shampoo and conditioner.

6. Style your hair as usual.

Banana Bliss Hair Mask

Benefits:

Avocado: Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, avocado deeply nourishes and hydrates the hair, leaving it soft and manageable.

Banana: Contains potassium, vitamins, and natural oils that help to soften and moisturize the hair, promoting elasticity and preventing breakage.

Coconut Milk: Provides moisture and hydration to dry, brittle hair, leaving it silky and smooth.

Honey: Acts as a natural humectant, attracting and retaining moisture in the hair shaft. 

Ingredients:

1 ripe avocado

1 ripe banana

2 tablespoons coconut milk (or almond milk)

1 tablespoon honey

Instructions:

1. Mash the avocado and banana together in a bowl until smooth and lump-free.

2. Add the coconut milk and honey to the mashed avocado and banana mixture. Mix until well combined.

3. Apply the mask generously to clean, damp hair, focusing on the lengths and ends.

4. Cover your hair with a shower cap or plastic wrap and let the mask sit for 30-60 minutes to allow the ingredients to penetrate the hair shaft.

5. Rinse the mask out with lukewarm water, followed by a gentle shampoo and conditioner.

6. Style your hair as usual.

Incorporating these DIY hair masks into your hair care routine can help keep your colored locks looking vibrant, healthy, and beautiful, and can be a fun activity for all ages! Enjoy pampering your hair while feeling good about these natural ingredients!