Healthy, shiny hair mask, easy to make at home on Tet

(Dan Tri) – This mask helps nourish and care for hair and scalp effectively during Lunar New Year.

Dyeing and styling hair such as curling or straightening can cause hair to become dry and brittle over time.

Some ingredients for hair masks, such as aloe vera, are easy to find, low cost but quite effective in hair and scalp care.

Aloe vera provides many benefits for hair (Photo: Eternal Essence Oils).

Benefits of aloe vera mask

According to Byrdie, aloe vera has anti-inflammatory properties and provides beneficial nutrients for the skin and hair.

Board-certified dermatologist in New York, USA – Marisa Garshick – said: `Aloe vera leaves are rich in water, especially in the innermost layer of the leaf. Therefore, aloe vera provides a soothing effect on the skin.`

In addition, aloe vera also contains vitamins, enzymes, and minerals, which help improve the overall health of hair and scalp.`

Aloe vera acts as a humectant, attracting and binding with water to restore moisture to the skin and hair.

With this property, aloe vera becomes ideal for hair care masks, enhancing shine, reducing damage and nourishing healthy hair and scalp.

All hair types can benefit from using an aloe vera mask.

Aloe vera mask is suitable for people with dry scalp and hair (Photo: Getty).

How to make aloe vera hair mask

Regarding ingredients, you need to prepare aloe vera leaves, along with hair conditioner such as coconut oil, olive oil or argan oil.

Next, puree the aloe vera flesh until you get a thick gel.

If you want to treat dandruff and take care of your scalp health, you can add some other ingredients such as apple cider vinegar and tea tree essential oil.

Apply the aloe vera mask mixture to your hair, use your hands to massage so that the mask is evenly distributed on the scalp, contacting the hair strands from root to tip.

Aloe vera masks are easy to make at home at low cost (Photo: HealthCanal).

At the end of the above time, wash your hair with a mild shampoo and rinse thoroughly with cool water to completely remove the excess mask.

If you have an itchy scalp or very dry hair, add an aloe vera mask to your home hair care routine 1-2 times per week.