Protein packs are an amazing addition to your hair care routine. These are known for offering deep nourishment for hair. Application of protein packs help in minimizing hair fall.
There are a number of homemade DIY (do it yourself) protein hair masks you can choose for repairing dull, damaged hair. Most of the packs are very easy to prepare using the ingredients that can be easily found.
Benefits of using homemade protein hair packs
Hair is made up of proteins. Hence, protein hair packs can help nourish the hair. These packs are made up of natural ingredients which help boost hair texture and make hair smoother.
Many of the ingredients help preventing split ends and repairing the damage from hair. It is excellent for treating dandruff, and adds shine and strength to the hair. Using the packs regularly will help improve texture and help hair grow faster.
Homemade protein hair packs
Here are some of the best homemade protein packs you can use for healthy, longer, thicker hair:
Honey, apple cider vinegar and egg mask
Ingredients
- Raw Organic Honey – 2 tbsp
- Apple cider vinegar – 1/4 cup
- Eggs – 2
Preparation Method
- Step 1: Whisk the eggs in a bowl (don’t discard the yolk).
- Step 2: Add apple cider vinegar and raw organic honey to it.
- Step 3: Mix well.
How to Apply
- Apply evenly on scalp and coat the strands of hair until ends.
- Cover with a shower cap.
- Allow the mask to sit for 20 minutes.
- Wash with cool water and a mild shampoo.
Benefit: Egg is a great source of protein and helps hair to retain bounce and overall health. Honey is a natural conditioner and moisturizes hair. Apple cider vinegar helps in maintaining healthy scalp and adds shine to hair.
Avocado and mayonnaise mask
Ingredients
- Avocado – Half
- Egg Mayonnaise (unflavored) – 2 tbsps
Preparation Method
- Step 1: Cut the avocado in half and mash it well.
- Step 2: Add two tablespoons mayonnaise (you can buy it from the market containing eggs).
How to Apply
- Apply this mask on hair (starting from scalp to ends).
- Using your hands, apply the thick paste to your hair.
- Also massage lightly with fingers.
- You can use a wide-tooth comb and comb through hair to make sure each strand is coated with the protein mask well.
- Cover your hair with the mask. Allow it to sit for around 30 minutes.
Benefits: This made of avocado promises powerful results. Loaded with protein and rich nutrients, avocados are beneficial when applied topically on hair. The ripe fruit repair hair damage, strengthens hair strands, and treats excess dryness and brittleness to prevent breakage.
Egg protein hair mask
Power packed with nutrients and proteins, eggs can make for the best and most amazing hair packs.
Ingredients
- Egg – 1
- Milk – 1 cup
- Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Preparation method
- Step 1: Combine all the ingredients together and whisk well.
How to apply
- Apply on scalp and hair using a brush.
- Cover hair with a shower cap.
- Wash hair with a mild shampoo after 30 minutes.
Benefit: This mask is rich in protein. It helps in preventing hair fall and imparts healthy sheen to hair.
Powerful fenugreek seeds mask for hair
If you are facing serious hair issues such as hair fall, trust the power of magic seeds and see those issues vanish into thin hair.
Ingredients
- Fenugreek – 2 tablespoons
Preparation method
- Step 1: Soak two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds overnight.
- Step 2: Ground the seeds into a fine paste.
How to apply
- Apply the paste on scalp and hair with a brush.
- Cover the hair with a shower cap.
- Wash hair after 45 minutes with a mild shampoo.
Benefits: Fenugreek seeds are loaded with protein and lecithin. The seeds impart strength to follicles and are great for treating dandruff, too. It will help in treating hair fall.
Egg yogurt protein hair pack for shine
Egg yogurt is a healthy combination for hair.
Ingredients
- Yolk of an egg
- Yogurt – 5 tbsps
Preparation method
- Step 1: Mix in yolk of an egg with yogurt.
How to apply
- Apply the mixture on your hair.
- Allow the mixture to sit on head for 30 minutes.
- Wash off with cool water and apply shampoo and conditioner.
Benefits: The mask is very helpful in preventing hair from heat and styling damage.
Power protein hair pack
This protein pack is also referred to as the magical pack for hair. It comprises of protein rich gram flour and shikakai.
Ingredients
- Shikakai powder – 3 teaspoons
- Gram flour – 3 teaspoons
- Water – Enough to make paste
Preparation method
- Step 1: Prepare a paste of the above two ingredients using little water.
How to apply
- Apply this protein hair pack on the scalp and hair.
- Leave for one hour and then rinse with water.
- There is no need to use shampoo as besan is a natural hair cleanser.
Benefit: The protein pack treatment is good for maintaining the strength and overall health of the hair.
Banana and coconut milk hair pack
Banana is loaded with phosphorus. Coconut milk is rich in protein.
Ingredients
- Pulp of one banana
- Coconut milk – ½ Cup
Preparation method
- Step 1: Blend the above listed ingredients well. Make sure there are no lumps.
How to apply
- Apply the protein pack on hair like puree on scalp and hair.
- Keep the pack for 30 minutes and rinse with cold water.
Benefits: The pack is rich in phosphorus and protein. It will nourish the dry damaged hair.
The above listed protein hair packs will improve your hair texture, prevent hair loss making it thicker, longer and stronger.
