Aloe vera is a medicinal plant that offers magical benefits. Today, we bring you an easy and step-by-step DIY to make aloe vera oil for hair growth and thickness. Tap to learn!
INGREDIENTS
To make aloe vera oil at home to promote the lustre of your hair, you will need only two simple ingredients: one aloe vera leaf and one cup of carrier oils like coconut and olive oil.
PREPARE ALOE VERA LEAF
Take one fresh aloe vera leaf, wash it off with water, and cut it with the help of a knife to extract aloe vera pulp.
BLEND ALOE VERA PULP
Now, extract the aloe vera pulp from the aloe vera leaf with the help of a spoon and blend the pulp in a blender to make aloe vera gel.
ADD CARRIER OIL
Transfer the aloe vera gel to a mixing bowl and add one cup of carrier oil of your choice like coconut or olive oil. Mix them well.
HEAT OIL
Now, take a pan, pour aloe vera-infused oil into it and boil it for 10–15 minutes on a medium flame. Make sure you stir them occasionally.
STORAGE
After 10–15 minutes, turn off the gas and let the aloe vera-infused oil cool down. Your homemade aloe vera oil is ready, store it in an airtight container.
APPLICATION
You can use this aloe vera-infused oil like your regular oil. Apply it to your scalp, massage it for 2-3 minutes, and keep it for 2-3 hours or overnight for deep nourishment. Then wash it off.
ALOE VERA OIL FOR HAIR
Aloe vera contains vitamin E and has antimicrobial properties, which can promote hair growth and shine, according to the 'Healthline'.
CONCLUSION
Follow these simple steps to make aloe vera hair oil at home. Consult a trichologist for personalised advice.