Aloe vera gel can be used on hair in various ways to promote hair growth and improve hair health. Here are some ways to apply aloe vera gel on hair:
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Aloe vera gel and olive oil: Mix 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel and 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a bowl until you get a smooth paste. Apply this mixture to your scalp and hair, focusing mostly on roots and tips. Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it overnight. In the morning, wash the mixture off with a mild shampoo.
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Aloe vera gel as a leave-in conditioner: Apply 2-3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel directly to your scalp and massage it in. Leave the gel on your scalp for 10-20 minutes, then wash it off with shampoo and conditioner as usual. For extra conditioning and hair-growth benefits, use an aloe vera conditioner.
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Aloe vera gel and coconut oil: Mix aloe vera gel and virgin coconut oil in a container until they form a thick paste. Apply the hair mask with your fingertips, starting at the mid-shaft and working to the ends. Apply a small amount of the mask to your scalp after the strands are completely covered. Leave it on for 20-30 minutes, then wash it off.
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Aloe vera gel as a hair spray: Dilute aloe vera gel with 1/4 cup of water and put it in a spray bottle. Spray it on your hair to moisturize and brighten your dry or semi-dried hair.
When using aloe vera gel on hair, it is important to use clear aloe vera gel and avoid the yellowish gel near either end of the leaf. Aloe vera gel can be applied directly to the scalp or mixed with other ingredients to make a hair mask or leave-in conditioner. It is also available in pre-prepared form in many pharmacies and health shops.
