The scented aroma of a banana and its delicate texture explain the perfect taste of a tropical fruit. But it is useful not only as a source of tryptophan protein, which in the process of digestion and metabolism turns into serotonin - the “hormone of happiness”. Banana can be used to restore the natural beauty of the hair.
Banana hair benefits
Banana pulp contains methylated phenol in large quantities. tocopherol or vitamin E. Its main effect is the regenerating and protective effect on the deep structures of the hair, due to which it recovers much more actively and faster. A high percentage of tocopherol, as well as vitamins A, C, B is found not only in the pulp, but also in the white part of the banana peel, therefore, it is used for masks.
Also the beneficial properties of a tropical fruit include:
- The presence of zinc, potassium, iron and manganese, with anti-inflammatory effect;
- High starch content that reduces excess sebum production (sebum) without clogging the pores;
- Present in the chemical composition of banana niacin fruit pulp (vitamin PP) helps to slow hair loss;
- Banana is a natural natural moisturizer. Masks with an ingredient in the form of a banana perfectly refresh faded skin of the face, but for dry, weakened hair, their use will bring a similar effect. The very fibrous structure of banana pulp has a calming and softening effect on the scalp.
Regular consumption of a banana in food and the use of its pulp for external topical application helps to restore hair that is exposed to the destructive influence of external factors (UV radiation, temperature drops, lack of air humidity, etc.).
Application Methods
Making masks for hair from the pulp is not the only way to use a banana to treat and restore the scalp. Fruit can be used both externally and internally.. In the second case we are talking about eating bananas. Banana fruit pulp contains a huge amount of vitamins and microelements, but especially valuable for hair and keratin production, in particular, are potassium and manganese. The presence of the second trace element in banana pulp helps the body to absorb calcium, which favorably affects the condition of the hair.
Adding banana pulp to nourishing and moisturizing masks is the main way to apply fruit with hair benefits. Additional ingredients included in such masks with a banana can be different: honey, vegetable oils (olive, burdock, rapeseed, coconut, castor, etc.), dairy products, cinnamon and other spices, ethers.
It is not recommended to add banana to shampoos, conditioners and hair balms, as is customary to do for cooking other masks (for example, on egg yolk or brandy). Banana has the property to dry quickly and thicken, which will not bring the desired result to improve the appearance of hair.
Another way to effectively use an exotic fruit for hair treatment involves cooking masks from banana peel. For this, the skin of the fruit is boiled and the resulting decoction is added to the composition to rinse the hair. You can also scrape off a soft layer with a spoon from the inside of the banana peel and use it to rub into the hair roots. The banana peel contains many minerals and antioxidants that restore the health of the scalp, so do not ignore this method of using bananas as an ingredient for treating hair.
Features of the preparation and use of masks with banana
Banana masks have a stimulating effect, return shine to hair and stimulate their growth. To use the mask brought the maximum effect, we recommend that you follow certain rules in the process of their preparation. There are few conditions, but some of them are specific:
- To mix the nutrient composition, take only ripe, fully ripened banana fruits that have no signs of spoilage and decay;
- To mix the mask, use only the amount of ingredient that you need now. The banana mask cannot be stored in the refrigerator and reused, it must be fresh;
- A mixture of fruit is applied to clean, slightly damp hair. They may be dry, but do not apply a mask with a banana on greasy, greasy hair;
- Banana mask has the property to quickly darken and dry out (this is a normal reaction to the effects of oxygen). Therefore, during the procedure, do not be lazy to wrap hair with a wrap or put on a plastic cap;
- Banana gruel formulations are washed with warm, but not hot water. In principle, it is undesirable to use high-temperature water for washing the head: it stimulates excess sebum production, and the hair becomes dirty quickly;
- When cooking banana gruel, chop the fruit very carefully so that the mask does not have lumps. If this is not done, it will be difficult to comb out the remains of a mask with a banana from the hair. We recommend using a plastic grater, but best of all - a blender;
- When applying a banana mask, always start from the roots, distributing the composition over the entire length of the strands. For convenience, take a comb with rare teeth;
- To make the mask of a banana wash off easily, before preparing and applying it, first hold a balm on the hair (1 - 2 minutes), then rinse them with water. They will be better moisturized, so that the mask does not dry out too quickly.
Apply banana hair masks should be 1 - 2 times a week, the minimum duration of the course of rehabilitation procedures is 1 - 1.5 months. Then you can take a break so that the addiction effect does not develop, and after 2 - 3 weeks, repeat the whole course from the beginning.
To strengthen hair
Banana hair masks help strengthen curls and return healthy turgor to them, without which their hair looks drooping and dull. Also, such a natural composition is an excellent remedy for hair loss.
For example, to enhance the structure of the hair and, at the same time, rid it of oily shine, it will be suitable for cooking. mask of whole banana and kefir. Take one ripe banana fruit, wash it, but do not peel it. Grind the fruit in a blender and add to the mass of natural yogurt or kefir with 1% fat. Squeeze half a lemon into the mixture and, mixing it with a spoon with other ingredients, apply to your hair. They must be clean and dry (an exception is made for this mask). After washing your head after an hour, you will notice how quickly your hair began to shine.
It strengthens hair and mask on the basis of oatmeal broth with a banana. To make it, soak 2 tablespoons of oats in water overnight, and in the morning, without draining the water, bring it to a boil and leave to cool for 2 to 3 hours. Later strain the broth and add a ripe banana, mashed with a fork, into the liquid. Apply the slurry to your hair and wrap your head with a towel. The mask with a banana lasts 1 - 1.5 hours and is washed off without shampoo.
The banana is rich in tocopherol (vitamin E), and the same characteristics are inherent argan oil. For very emaciated and weak hair, an oily mask of these two products is suitable. For it you will need 1 - 2 tablespoons of butter and the pulp of one overripe banana. After applying the composition to the curls, wrap the head with a film and hold it under the cap. The composition is heavily washed off the hair, so be patient. However, a mask with a banana has a very strong restorative effect: only 2 to 3 procedures will be required for its manifestation.
For rapid growth
So that the hair not only looks good, but also grows quickly, making it possible to experiment with hairstyle and style, it is possible to stimulate their growth with special strengthening compositions. Mask with banana and egg for hair - one of these miraculous compositions. Mix ripe fork with banana with two spoons of sour cream, honey (1 tsp) and raw yolk. Spread the hair with a mixture, covering the entire length of the strands, and leave the mask for an hour. After shampooing you will see how much more shiny and elastic hair has become. To enhance their growth, repeat the procedure 1 - 2 times a week for 1.5 months.
Quickly stimulates hair growth and banana, avocado and pepper mask. Fruits used for the composition must be very soft and ripe, otherwise it will take a long time to remove the mask from the hair. For the mix, you will need half an avocado, one ripe banana and a couple of pinches of hot red pepper. Capsaicin in its composition has a warming effect, due to which the hair follicles are activated much faster. Fatty acids in the pulp of avocado and banana saturate the hair with necessary substances and soften irritated skin. To make the burning sensation not too intense, you can also add a spoonful of sour cream (20%) to the mask. Wash off the composition with a banana to cool foamed water.
It has a similar effect mask with banana and sea salt. Rubbing it into the roots, be sure to massage the scalp: grains of salt work like a scrub, and sodium chloride has a cleansing and peeling effect. To massage the skin was more convenient, you can pour a teaspoon of olive oil into the mixture. After washing off the mask, apply a nourishing balm on the ends of the hair.
For gloss and silkiness
You probably noticed how shiny and smooth hair becomes after salon styling. Is it possible to achieve this effect by yourself? A banana hair mask at home, which gives hair shine and silkiness, can be applied to the curls almost before each wash - you just need to choose a banana mask that suits you.
Has a strong impact mix on the basis of fruit and natural milk. Take 150 g of the product (it is better to take milk with high fat content), 1 - 2 ripe bananas with the peel and mix them in a blender. Heat the mixture to body temperature and pour lemon juice into it (1 - 2 teaspoons). Rub the composition of the mask with a banana in the roots of the hair and distribute over the entire length of the curls. After 30 - 40 minutes, wash your hair.
Helps to achieve natural shine and hair ginger mask. 1 - 2 tablespoons of crushed plant root or ginger powder mixed with crushed fruit pulp, pour in a lot of lemon juice, olive oil and honey (dessert spoon). A mask with a banana keeps on the hair, warmed with a towel, up to 40 minutes, and then washed off with warm water.
As known, gelatin is one of the strongest components for restoring hair structure. It makes its structure smoother, “sealing” keratin scales, thanks to which the strands become more shiny. To prepare a useful mask, mix gelatin dissolved in water into 100 g of cottage cheese and add banana pulp to the mixture. Apply the mask to your hair and leave it for an hour. When washing your hair, do not forget to rinse the locks with water acidified with lemon.
For dull and lifeless hair
In order to return drooping strands devoid of intensive nourishment, vitality and brilliance, the use of cosmetics alone is not enough. You must take a multivitamin and lead a healthy lifestyle, which means giving up bad habits. Stress can also affect the condition of the hair, so you should think about how to balance your psycho-emotional mood. If all of the above factors, including a healthy diet, are observed, attention can also be paid to external cosmetic care of curls. Banana masks for lifeless and dull hair may have the following composition and method of preparation:
- Mix the pulverized pulp of one banana with crushed cucumber, and add olive oil (3 tablespoons) to the mixture. Rub the mask with a banana in the roots and distribute along the length of the strands. Keep the mask for 30 - 40 minutes, and then gently rinse with water;
- Pound one ripe banana to gruel and add a tablespoon of turmeric to it. Grate the banana peel on a fine grater and mix with the rest of the mass. A mask with a banana should be kept under a warm shelter after application. Rinse with shampoo with water after half an hour;
- A tablespoon of wheat germ is mixed with raw yolk, honey (3 dessert spoons), castor oil (1 tablespoon) and homemade applesauce without sugar (3 tablespoons). The mixture is mixed with grated banana pulp. The mask is applied to clean damp hair, paying attention to the tips. To wash the mask with a banana you will need shampoo and conditioner.
