If you are looking to improve the quality of your hair, you should be incorporating coconut oil as a leave in conditioner to your hair care routine. As you would have seen above, Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer that can penetrate the hair shaft to nourish and hydrate the hair. It can also help to protect the hair from damage caused by styling tools, UV rays, and other environmental factors. Leave-in conditioners are a sure way of keeping your hair shiny and moisturized. To protect your hair from damage, or rescue it from frizz or dryness, try out these six homemade leave-in conditioners with all-natural ingredients. Focus on the Ends: When applying coconut oil as a leave-in conditioner, focus on the ends of your hair as these are the oldest and most damaged parts of your hair. Conclusion

Coconut oil is an excellent moisturiser for weak and damaged hair. Due to its small molecular size, coconut oil can penetrate into the hair fiber, brings out deep conditioning of hair from inside out. When applied after shampooing, it enhances shine and increases the hair fiber’s pliability. Also, there will be less friction between the hair fibers when combing and styling. Coconut oil prevents protein lossGreen tea contains antioxidants and is especially good for dry and sun-damaged hair. A green tea leave-in conditioner will replenish hair follicles and give your hair the extra nutrients it needs to restore its shine. We at Utopia strongly encourage you to buy organic and fair trade tea only – to support sustainable agriculture and avoid products made from exploitation. 3. Coconut Oil to Leave in Your Hair Dry and damaged hair will love the benefits of this coconut oil leave-in conditioner. (Foto: CC0 / Pixabay / monicore) If you have knotty-prone hair, then an avocado oil leave-in conditioner is the one for you. Detangling is what it does best, and avocado oil is also full of antioxidants and vitamins, so it works to protect hair from breakage. It also helps prevent future damage from the sun and heat. Styling aid: Just a dab of coconut oil can go a long way when it comes to taming frizz. For easier absorption and styling, make sure to apply the oil to damp hair. Read more 4. Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioner for Moisture Homemade leave-in conditioner with shea butter will help quench dry, brittle strands. (Foto: CC0 / Pixabay / silviarita)

Gavazzoni dias MF. Hair cosmetics: an overview. Int J Trichology. 2015;7(1):2-15. doi:10.4103/0974-7753.153450 You can use coconut oil straight after shampoo – when the hair is still damp (but not dripping wet). It can also be used on dry hair or after styling if the hair feels rough. Though, moisturisation is best achieved when the hair is still damp.Shea butter has several potential benefits for hair and skin, like moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging effects. Coconut oil is rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that nourish and strengthen hair. These nutrients can help to repair damaged hair and prevent further damage, making your hair stronger and more resilient. 3. Helps Fight Frizz Use the ice cube tray to freeze the remaining can of coconut milk in 1 tbsp. increments for future use. Start with a Small Amount: Coconut oil can be heavy and greasy, especially if you have fine or thin hair. To avoid weighing down your hair, start with a small amount of coconut oil and gradually increase the amount as needed.