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How Do You Use Egg for Natural Hair?

Published in Hair Care 3 mins read

Using egg for natural hair can provide several benefits due to its rich protein content, which helps strengthen hair strands and add shine. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to incorporate eggs into your natural hair care routine:

Egg Hair Mask Application

  1. Preparation: Beat one or two eggs (depending on hair length and thickness) in a bowl until well mixed. You can use the whole egg, or just the egg white (for oily hair) or egg yolk (for dry hair).

  2. Optional Additives: Enhance the mask by adding other beneficial ingredients:

    • Milk: Adds moisture and shine. Mix a couple tablespoons of milk with the egg.
    • Honey: A natural humectant that attracts and retains moisture. Add one tablespoon of honey to the egg mixture.
    • Olive Oil: Provides deep conditioning and adds shine. Mix one tablespoon of olive oil into the egg mask.
    • Avocado: For extra moisture and repair. Mash half an avocado and blend it into the egg mixture.
  3. Application to Hair: Apply the egg mixture evenly to your hair, starting from the roots and working your way to the ends. Massage the mixture into your scalp to stimulate circulation.

  4. Cover and Wait: Cover your hair with a shower cap to prevent the mixture from dripping and to retain heat, which can enhance the treatment's effectiveness. Leave the mask on for approximately 20-30 minutes.

  5. Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse your hair thoroughly with cool or lukewarm water. Avoid using hot water, as it can cook the egg and make it difficult to remove.

  6. Shampoo and Condition: After rinsing out the egg mixture, shampoo your hair as usual. Follow with a conditioner to restore moisture and detangle your hair.

Benefits of Using Egg on Natural Hair:

  • Strengthens Hair: The protein in eggs helps to strengthen the hair shaft, reducing breakage and split ends.
  • Adds Shine: Eggs can add a natural shine to dull hair, making it look healthier and more vibrant.
  • Promotes Hair Growth: The nutrients in eggs, such as biotin and folate, can promote hair growth and improve overall hair health.
  • Conditions Hair: The yolk in eggs is rich in fats and lecithin, which can moisturize and condition dry, brittle hair.

Precautions:

  • Rinse with cool water: Always rinse the egg mask out with cool or lukewarm water to prevent the egg from cooking in your hair.
  • Patch test: Before applying the egg mask to your entire head, perform a patch test on a small section of hair to check for any allergic reactions.
  • Frequency: Use the egg mask sparingly, about once or twice a month, to avoid protein overload, which can make hair brittle.