would be a good idea to share that, even if you’re like me and you aren’t exactly thrilled about the thought of eating okra, you should at least consider using it for your hair. Because anything that could be that valuable to your insides, it has got to be beneficial to your outer beauty too. Right? Exactly.
5 REASONS WHY OKRA IS GREAT FOR CURLY HAIR
When you think about the fact that okra is readily accessible (and affordable) in grocery stores and — as you’re about to see in a bit — it’s pretty easy to create your own DIY hair-related recipes, how could you not want to give it a shot?
1. Okra is loaded with nutrients
If okra isn't a part of your diet, here are a few reasons to try it. As far as your hair goes, antioxidants are good for it because they help to fight off free radicals. Vitamin C is good for your hair because it helps it to produce more collagen which increases elasticity and reduces hair loss. Two other nutrients in okra are magnesium and iron. Magnesium works to dissolve calcium deposits that can occur from hard water. Iron helps to increase blood circulation, so that your hair follicles are able to receive the vitamins and minerals that tmoisturizer
2. Okra is a profound moisturizer
It can never be said enough that something hair needs in order to thrive is moisture. Since okra is made up of close to 93 percent water, that along with the protein that’s in it, can serve as a great addition to any conditioner or hair mask that you decide to make at home. No doubt about it.
3. Okra helps to keep your scalp healthy
Your scalp is the foundation of your hair so, of course, it needs to be well taken care of; this is just one more way that okra is super useful. Because it is indeed so nutrient-rich, applying this vegetable to your scalp can help to reduce itchiness and irritation which is always a good thing.
4. Okra provides more “slip”
Something that I really like is when my hair has “slip” to it which basically means that it feels really smooth and sleek after applying a particular product. That said, it shouldn’t be surprising at all that okra is able to give your hair slip since its texture is kind of on the slimy side. Hey, that might not seem super appealing to your palate but when it comes to giving your hair manageability and sheen, trust me when I say that your tresses will be all for you introducing some okranaturally
5. Okra defines curls naturally
Between the conditioning properties and slip that okra provides, it’s definitely something that can help to give your curls a good amount of definition. And honestly, how awesome is that when you stop to think about the fact that there are things in Mother Nature that can give you what commercial brands do, only without all of the harsh chemicals and high price tag?
EASY DIY OKRA HAIR RECIPES TO TRY ASAP
OK, so now that you know some of the ways that okra can help your hair to flourish, here are some really easy-to-make recipes that I definitely recommend that you try on your next wash day.
DIY Okra Hair Conditioner
Healthy hair needs deep conditioning and, as you’ve already read, okra can give your tresses just that. Add some grapeseed oil to it to add loads of antioxidants and rosemary oil to increase blood circulation, slow down premature greying and soothe dry scalp — and you’ll bIngredients
Ingredients
5 Pieces of Okra
¼ Cup of Grapeseed Oil
10 Drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
Directions
Slice open the okra and try to remove as many seeds as possible. Then cut it into small pieces and put them into a pot of water that has 1 ½ cups of water in it. Bring everything to a boil and let the okra cool. Once it turns into a gel-like consistency, add the other ingredients and store them in a glass jar. Use immediately and keep the rest in a cool dark place. Also, feel free to add lavender or some other essential oil if you want to create a delightful scent.
By the way, YouTuber Adedè also has a video - and recipe - if you’ve got thin hair and you’re looking for a homemade okra hair conditioner that can give your locks more volume. Feel free to check it out here.
DIY Okra Hair Mask
If there’s ever a time when your hair feels like it needs some extra moisture added to it, you can never go wrong with a hair mask. This one is awesome because not only are you able to get the properties of okra but the benefit of bananas (it adds shine and improves hair elasticity), coconut milk (it’s loaded with protein, lauric acid which is a fatty acid and B vitamins) and manuka honey (it seals in moisture).
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