How to Make a Protein Gel for Hair

Use protein gel to make curls more manageable.

If you like the hold of hair gel, but could do without the added chemicals found in commercially prepared styling products, you may wish to make a protein gel for your hair at home. Protein gel is excellent for keeping your hair strong and in good condition. You don't need fancy store-bought preparations to make your own protein gel at home, and you can use all-natural and organic ingredients.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tbsp. powdered gelatin
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar
• 6 drops essential oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together 1 cup of water and 1 tbsp. of powdered gelatin. Keep stirring this together until it is completely mixed. Allow it to sit and thicken until it is the consistency of a gel, but not until it sets.

2. Once a thick gel has formed, stir in 1 tsp. of apple cider vinegar. This will prevent the gel from setting.

3. Mix in 6 drops of essential oil. Choose any essential oil that is safe for your hair. A few recommended oils are lavender, thyme, carrot, clary sage, rosemary, lemon, sandalwood and chamomile.

4. Use the protein gel mixture immediately for styling or store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, refrigerating after every use.

References

• Discovery Planet Green: Making Your Own Hair Gel is So Easy