Desert Essence Shampoo, Coconut Flavor

Desert Oasis !!! should be the name of this product , as it proves to be standing on its words for providing moisture to frizzy hair . I live in one of the  coldest parts of the country , and experience a lot of friziness  due to low humidity ,I have tried some other shampoos which are good but this shampoo beat those with it's lusting effect leaving  a sweet fragrance on my hair .

I have bought and tried this product  after going through literally all the reviews (positive as no negative written ) , as I am not sure if my sensitive hair can use an experiment , luckily this was a big hit .

I have searched about many products online , that may help for a hair like mine , typically which looks good on the day when washed , but after a day or two starts to end up dry , and tangled .
Living in a cold part of the country where there is almost a 6 months of cold weather reaching about -20 F for atleast 2 months  , sometimes my scalp even turned scaly , leaving me in despair and  my hair cried out for help to rejuvenate it's natural lust  . I have tried many natural  hair packs(home made ),but the results always are showy for only a day.

After using this amazing product for a month , I think I can finally give a review on this product , as many suffer with this issue and spend a fortune to make their hair look good .........

Split Ends ????? Here is the Solution

Split ends!!!! Seems like they are invincible and have to be amputated ......

But here are some natural and effective remedies that can fight against these split ends and even make your hair shine with moisture , as dry hair may be one reason behind your split ends .
Make a note of these remedies and see the difference for yourself 

• Avocado Pack : Mash up the avocado and mix in the egg whites and olive oil. Whip until you obtain a creamy consistency like conditioner. Apply to your hair, cover with a shower cap and let sit for 45 minutes to an hour.  Rinse thoroughly and wash hair with a mild, natural shampoo to get the mixture out but let the nutrients keep working

• Papaya Pack: Cut the papaya in half and scoop out the seeds, then use a knife to remove the skin. Mash it up with a fork and then mix in the yogurt, whipping it until you obtain a smooth consistency.  Apply to hair like conditioner, and put on a shower cap and let it sit for 45 minutes to an hour. Rinse thoroughly

• Olive Oil :Of all the home remedies for split ends , olive oil was the most effective. It seems there is nothing that olive oil isn’t good for.  Olive oil to be most beneficial when heated and used as a deep conditioner. All you need to do is heat the olive oil in the microwave, and then massage it throughout your hair. Put a shower cap on, and let the olive oil work into your hair for at least half an hour. After it’s fully soaked into your hair, carefully rinse the product away.

• Dal or black lentil pack: You need half cup of black dal (lentil) for this, mix it with a spoon full of fenugreek seeds, grind the both into a powder. Now add around half cup of curd into it and mix them all well. Apply it on your hair and leave for around two hours. Wash it off with a mild shampoo for best results.

• Milk and Cream: This is a tried and tested grandma’s tip for split ends. All you need to do is take half a cup of milk, and mix in one spoon of cream. Blend and beat thoroughly, now apply this onto the scalp and hair tips. Let it be on for around 15 minutes and wash off normally.

• Honey: Honey basically nourishes the split ends. Take half cup of curd and mix it with a tablespoon of honey. Beat it well, and apply to the strands and tips of the hair. Leave it on for around 20 minutes, wash off as usual.

• Almond -Egg Pack:Take 1 egg yolk and a teaspoon of almond oil. Mix them well and apply it on the scalp and hair. After half an hour, wash your hair.

•  Avocado- mayo Pack: Put a mask of mashed avocado or mayonnaise on wet hair. Allow it to stay for at least 15-30 minutes and wash it afterwards.

• Castor Oil :Take one teaspoon each of castor oil, mustard oil and olive oil. Mix them well and apply it on the scalp to the complete length of hair. For 30 minutes, massage the scalp and then, wrap the head with a hot towel. Thereafter, wash your hair and let them dry naturally.

• Coconut Oil Massage: Massage a 1/4 tsp. of coconut oil into split ends. Cover with plastic wrap or put on shower cap and leave overnight. wash and style as usual in the morning! If split ends/frizzes are particularly bad,  warm up a bit of coconut oil  and rub lightly over  hair, leaving it in.

• Trim Regularly: Make a habit to trim your hair regularly. After every six weeks, you can trim your hair to avoid split ends. 
•  After each workout or demanding exercise, wash your hair. This is because salt developed through perspiration erodes the hair.
•  Use regular conditioner after every hair bathe and deep conditioner, once a month.

Dry Hair ????? 

Dryness at the end of your hair or dry  scalp  leads to split ends so follow some remedies to remove the dryness and induce moisture ........

• Beat up on an Egg: Separate the white of an egg from the yolk, and whip the white thoroughly. Then add 1 tablespoon of water to the yolk and blend until the mixture is creamy. Next, mix the white and yolk together. Wet your hair with warm water, remove the excess moisture, and apply the egg mixture to your scalp with your fingertips. Massage gently until the froth is worked into your scalp, and then rinse the hair with cool water. Keep applying the mixture until it is used up. Continue to rinse until all of the egg is washed away

• Go for the Mayo: Heat up one half cup of mayonnaise until it becomes an oily, white goo and apply to dry, unwashed hair. Cover your hair with a plastic bag and leave on for at least 15 minutes. Then, rinse and shampoo thoroughly.Mix few drops of jojoba oil with your regular shampoo and conditioner for extra moisturizing and softness. You can even massage with it after or before shower.

• Fruit Pack:Mash banana and avocado together with a spoon of olive oil and apply the paste on your hair. This serves as an awesome conditioner.
• Mix up a Tropical Treat: Mash one over-ripe banana (the blacker, the better) with a mushy, rotten avocado. Massage this exotic puree into your hair and leave on for at least 15 minutes before washing out…in the kitchen sink!).

• Beer :Beer can give your dry hair a healthy sheen. Before you blow-dry or style, use a pump bottle to spray brew onto your hair. The beer will leave your hair shiny and sleek and its odor will disappear quickly.

• Egg Pack: 1 egg, 3 tablespoons of olive  oil, 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix and massage into damp hair. Put on hair cap for about half and hour and then wash it all out with a good shampoo that contains no alcohol or sulfate.

In addition to the above mentioned remedies try 

*Drink  5 litres of water daily or atleast 2.5 litres per day
* Eat healthy and balanced diet
* Exercise regularly
* Try not to use straighteners/curling irons. (If you do, always use a heat protective spray.)
* Only use natural hair products which are free from sulphates, parabens and alcohols.
* Use a deep conditioner or hair mask at least once a week.
* Don’t wash your hair more than 3-4 times a week, as it really dries your hair out.

Perfect Hair do

Hair Styling...!!!
         Being innovative with your hair is a must if you wish to look attractive and good-looking in a party, and there are a variety of  hairdo's available to inspire yourself.It is something which most of us struggle without having proper knowledge .Trying new styles can make you look different at the same time we should follow the style which suits our personality.Whether you have a round face  or oval face or a diamond face it doesn't matter,with a proper hairdo we can make ourselves look more elegant.

                                                                                                                                                      
Here are some hairstyles which every one can try...

Lock Up Your Frizz

Hair Serum:
Many of us use devices for brushing, styling, coloring, and highlighting our  hair.But we dont care the effects it gives after it is used.Every one know using these will leads to hair fall.By taking simple care to our hair we can avoid hair loss.

                                                                        
Now comes the word 'Serum'.
Hair serum can help us get the frizz under control and brings back the shine. It also  makes easier to comb and style your hair, which will reduce breakage. And they can protect your hair from styling-products and from the sun’s rays. 

                                                                                                                              

Here’s more about this serum.  

How hair serum works?
The hair serum coats your hair’s strands, offering a layer of protection against the elements and smoothing over any tendencies toward frizz. Hair serums with UV protection are good choices, since they protect your hair from sun damage.

                                                                          
  How to use?

• Wash your hair with a shampoo.
• Take your few drops of serum,rub between hands and apply on to the wet hair.
• A dollop is enough, people with curly hair may need more and those with straight hair need a less quantity.
• Carefully distribute the hair serum evenly, starting near the ends and working up to just below the roots.

 

                                                                                                                                                                             Do's n Dont's:

• Don't use near your scalp. 

              The natural oils secreted by your scalp take care of your roots. Applying serum over that natural oil will make your hair look flat and greasy.

• Do use on the wet hair.

          If you’re using a hair serum to control wavy, curly, or frizzy hair, the product you use now will have the most effect on your overall style for the day.

• Don't use it much. 

 Limited use will give a good look.Use it according to your hair.If its a normal hair less serum is required.If you have curly hair,more required.

• Do select a shampoo,conditioner and serum of same brand.

     Selecting all of a same brand will not worry about mixing ingredients.
Uses:

• Protects your hair from heat-styling tools like blow-dryers, curling irons, or straightening irons.

• Good serum will  leave your hair smooth and shiny.

• Applying serum can also lock curls.

• While the hair serum is not known to bring out any side-effects so far, keep in mind that any product with silicon is believed to be bad in the long run.

• Also protects hair from UV rays.

 
   

           

Deep Conditioning is the Best Solution..

Suffering from severely dry or damaged hair?

                                                                           
Hair is really the most attracting part of our face which really changes the way we look, but for now even though your hair seems normal it seems like those bad hair days  of hair becoming more fragile and dry are becoming more and more frequent? You may have been doing everything right – protecting your hair from the elements, shampooing the requisite number of times, and spending hours styling it – but sometimes all your hair needs is a good  dose of deep conditioning.

 While conditioning is what you do after you shampoo your hair to keep it manageable, deep conditioning is a treatment that repairs your hair from root to tip and gives it strength by providing it with much-needed nourishment to bring out that extra bounce and shine. It replenishes your hair’s lost moisture, leaving it silky and strong. 
        Go in for a deep conditioning treatment twice a month and your hair will never show its bad mood again.
 
 Tips:

• If you’re using salon products on your hair, make sure you don’t leave them on for very long as they will cause your hair to become over-conditioned. Anything between 15 minutes to one hour is a reasonable amount of time, but more than that will cause your hair to become brittle and cause it to break easily.
• If you’re doing the treatment at home, make sure you apply the formula evenly all over your hair. Failure to do this may cause your hair to become uneven and badly nourished, all of which may defeat the whole purpose of the treatment.
• If you have oily hair and are using the oil deep conditioning treatment, be very careful that you don’t apply the oil to your scalp. Just put on the oil on your hair strands, from root to tip and rinse after 15-30 minutes (you don’t need to leave it on for very long as your hair is quite oily anyway).
• If you have the facility, apply the conditioner to your hair and sit in a steam room for 15-30 minutes. It will enable your hair to absorb the moisture faster and hasten up the process of healing.

Deep Conditioning : What Ingredients in Hair Conditioner Penetrate Hair?

Here is the list of every conditioning ingredient that could penetrates into hair.

Natural Hair - No Processing

-Water
-Hydrolysed wheat protein
-Coconut oil
-Cetrimonium bromide
-Caffeine
-Panthenol

Bleached Hair, Relaxed Hair or Damaged Hair (i.e cuticle damage)
- Everything in the unprocessed natural hair list above
-Some amino acids enhanced by being in a creamy conditioner (arginine, glycine, glutamic acid, phenylalanine, histidine)
-Artificial peptides (similar to hydrolysed protein)
-Some silicones or amodimethicones (Trimethylsilylamodimethicone)
-Hydrolysed palm oil
-18MEA a fatty acid/lipid

For best results, roll-up your conditioned hair into a shower cap and blow dry the outside of the cap for about ten minutes or so until your hair has dried somewhat. The heat helps your cuticles to take-in the hydration. After that, go ahead and rinse as usual, remembering to finish off with a blast of cold water to seal-in the hydration for some seriously slick-looking strands!