Easy DIY Shikakai Masks You Can Make At Home

Shikakai is one of the age-old ingredients used for hair care. Scroll down to learn how you can leverage the same as a hair mask. 

 
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Amidst a variety of skincare and hair care products available in the market, some people still prefer to use natural ingredients for their hair and skin. If you are someone who prefers natural hair care ingredients then there is nothing better than Shikakai that you can use for your hair. Shikakai is rich in vitamins, antioxidants and natural surfactants that cleanse the scalp and hair without stripping away natural oils. You can trust Shikakai to promote hair growth, prevent dandruff and add shine to your hair. Scroll down to learn DIY Shikakai hair mask recipes that you can try at home for naturally shining hair.

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According to the World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, Shikakai has properties that regulate pH levels, preserve hair’s natural oils and result in the strengthening of hair.

DIY Shikakai Hair Mask Recipes

Here are the Shikakai hair mask recipes that you can try at home:

Shikakai And Amla Hair Mask

Amla is known for its incredible properties that promote hair growth, add volume, strengthen follicles and shine to the hair. To make this mask you will need 2 tablespoons of shikakai powder, 1 tablespoon of amla powder and water to make a paste.

Take a bowl and add the ingredients into it. Add water to make a smooth paste. Now apply the paste onto the scalp and hair and leave it for 30-60 minutes. Now rinse the hair with lukewarm water.

Shikakai And Curd Hair Mask

Curd (curd hair masks benefits) is known for its moisturising properties and thus helps in dealing with dry and damaged hair. You will need 2 tablespoons of shikakai powder, 4 tablespoons of plain yoghurt and 1 tablespoon of honey (optional) for this mask. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and apply the mask to the scalp and roots of the hair. Put a shower cap and let it sit for 30 minutes. Now wash the hair with a mild shampoo.

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Shikakai And Coconut Milk Hair Mask

Coconut milk is great for hairs and when combined with Shikakai, it helps strengthen the hair (neem hair mask) and promote growth. You will need 2 tablespoons of shikakai powder, 1/2 cup of coconut milk and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Combine the ingredients and make it into a paste. Apply the paste onto the scalp, roots and tips. Massage the hair gently for even distribution. Allow the mask to sit for 30-60 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.

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Try these DIY Shikakai masks for healthy hair.

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