Hair looking less than shiny after a summer filled with sun, saltwater, and chlorine? Try treating your tresses to a nutrient-packed masque that gives the hair really great shine, moisture, and softness. This homemade hair mask contains protein, iron, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, and biotins for healthy locks.
- 2 tbsp. greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp. papaya (pureed or mashed)
- 2 tbsp. avocado (pureed or mashed)
- 1 ½ tbsp. kiwi (pureed or mashed)
- 2 ½ tsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. egg whites
- 5-8 drops of rosemary essential oil
- Plastic wrap
Beat one egg white with a hand blender or wire whisk until soft peaks form. In small, shatterproof bowl, combine all ingredients except egg white and rosemary essential oil. Blend thoroughly. Fold in 1 Tbs of the egg white and add essential oil.
Apply masque to clean, wet hair. Massage into the hair and scalp (saturate hair thoroughly). Use a couple of pieces of large plastic wrap and wrap the hair and scalp tightly. Sit in sun or stay in a steamy shower for 15–20 minutes for best results. Rinse hair thoroughly with slightly cool water. If necessary, follow with your favorite conditioning rinse.
With 17 years in the spa industry, Mindy Terry is the Founder and President of Creative Spa Concepts. Terry is also a licensed cosmetologist, aesthetician, yoga instructor, and certified infant massage instructor.
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