Henna is rich in antibacterial properties. Using henna oil helps prevent dandruff and itchy scalp. It also promotes strong and black hair. Tap to read the DIY henna oil recipe for long black hair.
Ingredients
One cup of coconut oil, a few fresh henna leaves or readymade henna powder, and two capsules of vitamin E.
Soak henna leaves
Take a bowl and soak some fresh henna leaves in lukewarm water. Keep them soaked for atleast 15 minutes.
Grind henna leaves
Grind freshly washed henna leaves in a blender to form a smooth paste.
Make henna balls
Now, add some water to the henna paste and combine well. Start making little balls out of the henna paste.
Add coconut oil
Put coconut oil in the pan and add dried henna bowls. Let this boil until the oil starts to change colour.
Strain henna oil
Let the oil cool down for sometime and strain the henna oil using a sieve. Add vitamin E capsules and mix it well.
Directions
Gently massage henna oil into the scalp with your fingertips, then wash with a gentle shampoo after one hour. Use it twice a week for long black hair.
Information credits
This information is taken from the National Institutes of Health. Using henna oil helps promote longer and stronger hair.
Conclusion
This is an easy recipe to make henna oil at home from long black hair. However, it is advisable to do a patch test 24 hours before using.