Hydrating DIY Winter Curl Care Mask
Hydrating DIY Winter Curl Care Mask
As much as we long for warmer days, winter is upon us again. Winter can wreak havoc on delicate curls due to the dryness in the air. The cold, dry days can leach moisture from your curls. Additionally, the friction on your curls from the hat and scarf can cause issues. Here’s a hydrating DIY winter curl care mask you can make at home.
This mask is easy to make with ingredients readily available in your kitchen. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out.
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons raw organic honey
Adjust the amount of ingredients based upon how much hair you may have. For thicker, denser, curls you’ll need more product so don’t be afraid to play with the recipe to make it what you need.
What to do:
Place the olive in a microwave proof bowl and heat for 20 seconds. Add in honey and whisk together until the ingredients are smoothly blended. Section curls, and pin back extra hair. Apply from the tips and work your way back up towards the roots. Coat your curls completely to make sure each strands is covered. Once your hair is completely saturated with the mixture, cover with a plastic shower cap. Allow to sit for a minimum of 30 minutes. You can also apply heat if you’d like. After the time is up, wash the mask away with a gentle shampoo and follow up with your favorite conditioner.
Winter can be really hard on your curls, so it’s good to start thinking now about how to take care of your strands. Luckily for you, we’ve done most of the work for you! Read here to learn more about taking care of your curls during the chilly winter months and avoiding frizz.