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Home Remedies for Dry & Brittle Hair

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By Suzanne Alicie
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There are many home remedies and natural treatments for dry brittle hair. Some have been passed down for generations, others have been derived from the ingredients in commercial hair treatments. Beyond having a healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise, which benefits the health of your hair as well as your body, there are several things you can do at home to help relieve dryness, brittleness and breakage.

    From The Refrigerator

  1. Mayonnaise, eggs, avocados, and even bananas are known for their moisturizing and replenishing qualities when used on hair.
  2. From the Cupboard

  3. Olive oil makes a wonderful hot oil treatment for dry brittle hair. This oil leaves hair soft, silky and supple.
  4. Natural Oils

  5. Tea tree oil used daily as a leave-in conditioning treatment will keep hair moisturized and prevent further drying and damage.
  6. Surprise Dry Hair Product

  7. Vinegar is surprisingly a great conditioner and helps treat dry scalp and hair.
  8. Habits to Adopt to Remedy Dry Brittle Hair

  9. Washing your hair less often, brushing it only when dry, and cutting back on heated styling tools will help your hair recover from its dry, brittle state.
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