Homemade hair mask for hair growth and thickness

We live in a day and age where taking care of ourselves has become secondary. We're so busy with our jobs and families that we often ignore self-care and self-love. This can often have physical repercussions. For example, if you notice hair fall or a brittle texture to your hair, it indicates you should take more care of yourself. So if you've stumbled upon this article, we take it that you finally woke up to the needs of your hair and realized the damage it might have undergone. 

If you are looking for natural hair masks for hair growth, a homemade hair mask can help restore the glory of your once beautiful tresses. Read further if you're also looking for ways to grow your hair in the most natural ways possible. In this article, we will tell you about a few secret homemade hair masks. Yes, these DIY hair masks can double up as your hair growth packs. Not only will they help you contain hair fall, but they will also relieve other pain points such as split ends, dryness, itching, flaking, etc. These DIY hair masks are easy to make, and above all else, they moisturize. If you face any of the hair problems listed above, these hair masks for hair growth might be the answer you are looking for! 

Often, hair problems are intertwined. For example, dryness can lead to dandruff, and aggressive dandruff causes hair fall, which can impact your hair volume greatly! 

Without further ado, let us go through hair fall solutions. The following are ten of the best homemade hair masks for hair growth and thickness.

Homemade hair mask for hair growth and thickness

1. Coconut oil plus olive oil

Okay, oils may not technically qualify as hair masks, but we have to include them because of the benefits they offer against dryness. Remember, whenever you face dandruff and hair breakage, it is primarily because your scalp isn't able to maintain moisture. This is why you need any help from external oils you can get. Essential oils like coconut and olive together are a boon for your hair. What makes them incredible is the huge quantity of vitamins and minerals they possess. Olive oil is known to reduce DHT production, a hormone that causes baldness in men. Coconut, on the other hand, moisturizes your scalp and makes your hair shafts glossier and lustrous. 

How to Make the Mask

Mix coconut oil and olive oil in equal proportions and apply them directly to your scalp. You can use a hairbrush for application or simply douse your fingers in the oil and massage your dry scalp gently. Wait for 2-3 hours for the oil to penetrate your skin, and for best results, leave this on for at least 8 hours. When you wash your hair after oiling, do not use strong shampoos because harsh chemicals in them particularly deprive your hair of moisture. Instead, use apple cider vinegar or mild shampoos to wash off your hair. 

2. Papaya hair mask

We love delicious fruits, and though you may already be consuming papaya as part of your breakfast or salad, how about using its pulp on your hair? The papaya hair mask is a great homemade hair mask for hair growth and thickness. Papaya extracts are great for adding volume and smoothness to your hair, making it more manageable. Moreover, papaya isn’t an allergen when consumed externally. So even if you might be allergic to unripe papayas when eaten, you would still be able to use it on your hair as a homemade DIY hair mask. 

How to Make the Mask

Papaya can help retain moisture and soothe an aggravated scalp. Just chop a few pieces and blend them in a mixer, apply to your scalp, and wait!  Leave it on for 45 minutes to one hour and then wash it using lukewarm water. We do not recommend using shampoo after the papaya hair mask. However, if you want to get rid of the odor of papayas, you should go for a mild shampoo. 

3. Banana hair mask

A lot of minerals, vitamins, and proteins go into the making of the humble banana! Your scalp needs all these nutrients to rejuvenate and restore the dormant hair follicles. Moreover, bananas are rich in oil and fluid, which can lubricate your scalp too. But, do not leave them for more than 40 minutes because the pulp and the extracts may be hard to get off your hair. This is why you should not use a banana mask on your hair if you have an oily scalp in general.

In such cases, you can go for other hair growth packs that we will discuss further on this list. Essentially, a banana DIY hair mask is better for naturally dry hair, which lacks conditioning and smoothness.

How to Make the Mask

All you have to do is grate two unripe bananas and blend them evenly. You can also apply a banana milkshake to your hair. We would get too greedy and drink it instead! So, for us, just bananas work fine. However, on a more serious note, if you combine banana and milk, the effects will be magical. It will give you better smoothening and stronger roots. You can leave the banana+milk pack on your hair for 45 minutes. Irrespective of how you do it, use a nourishing shampoo or apple cider vinegar to wash it off. 

Fortunately, a banana hair mask doesn't stink like an egg or a papaya hair mask. So, even if you don't wash your hair with shampoo, you'll be good. The only problem will be the sticky residue that develops after you apply a banana hair mask at home. But if you have washed it within a decent period before it dries off, you can get it off simply using water.

4. Hibiscus Hair mask 

The Rose of China, or so it's often called, hibiscus is a boon for your hair. Rich in antioxidants and stimulants of cell activity, the hibiscus flower will help you grow thicker and longer hair. Moreover, it doesn’t leave an odor, so there is no need to shampoo your hair. This makes for a long-lasting nutrition value. 

How to Make the Mask

All you have to do is just take a few hibiscus flowers and leaves. You can use them both. Contrary to popular opinion, hibiscus leaves aren’t wasteful. They have the same properties as the flower. You should boil them in a pot of water, and once the pot brews, you can apply the obtained sap. Leave it on for a good 20-30 minutes and wash it off with cold water. You will instantly be relieved of dryness. 

5. Aloe vera gel hair mask 

Easily available and very cooling for your scalp, aloe vera is known to retain moisture and reactivate dormant follicles. If you particularly experience dryness, aloe vera can be a great moisturizer.

How to Make the Mask

You can make this homemade mask for hair growth and thickness easily by just cutting open a few leaves and applying the aloe vera juice to your scalp. Leave it on for 2 hours and wash it with cold water. If you do not have access to aloe vera leaves, you can use the Khadi Essentials Unisex Set of 5 Hair Mask. 

6. Garlic and Onion 

Garlic and onion are both known to be natural, antifungal, and antibacterial agents. What this means is that if you have lice problems or dandruff issues, you can prepare for quick redemption. There are multiple ways of applying garlic and onion to your hair. 

How to Make the Mask

You can use the extracted oils to massage your scalp and wash it off, as you would do with your regular hair oil. Alternatively, you can take pieces of these vegetables and crush them into small pieces. Then mix these pieces with your hair oil and apply directly. If you use the second method on your scalp, you should wash it off before the odor of garlic settles in. You can wash it off in 45 minutes using a mild shampoo. In two to three washes, you will notice a reduction in your itching. 

7. Mayonnaise 

Do you love a good mayo sandwich? Great, that means you already have a jar of mayonnaise at home. Mayonnaise isn't just a delicious dressing. It is also beneficial for your hair! Let us explain. Mayo is made by mixing egg, mustard, onion, honey, and all these ingredients are rich in antioxidants plus vitamins B and E, both beneficial for hair growth. 

How to Make the Mask

All you have to do is pop open your mayonnaise jar and collect it in a bowl. Then, using a hairbrush, you must apply it to your scalp. Right from the first usage of this DIY hair mask at home, you will be able to see immediate smoothness and shine. If you use egg-free mayonnaise, don’t forget to pop open a few eggs in the bowl. This brings us to our next homemade hair mask!

8. Egg Mask

You've probably heard about the advantages of using eggs on your head. And that’s why we're going to tell you about this DIY hair mask at home. All you have to do is break some eggs, and though most people only stick to using the yolk in the hair mask, we recommend you mix the egg white too. Egg yolk is very rich in protein, and it contains a substance called lutein, which in particular promotes hair growth. Moreover, these proteins can always help you smooth your hair and repair the split ends too.

How to Make the Mask

All you have to do is blend the egg whites and egg yolks and apply the mixture. To make the mixture nutrient-rich, you can also add some olive oil. After applying the mixture to your hair, leave it on for 45 minutes. There will be some odor! If you want to avoid the odor, you can add a few drops of lemon juice to the mix. While washing your hair, use a strong shampoo to get rid of the odor. 

9. Curd and Honey

Not only is this hair mask for hair growth yummy when you taste it, but it is also very beneficial. Curd and honey are both moisturizing and full of useful enzymes. And together, this DIY hair mask at home will kill the bad bacteria on your scalp. It will also foster the growth of melanin, the pigment that grants your hair strength and color. 

How to Make the Mask

You need to take two teaspoons of honey and mix it in a bowl of curd. Make sure to mix them properly so that every dollop has both ingredients. You will notice lumps of curd after mixing honey and curd homogeneously. The mixture should have a yellowish golden appearance. 

If you want to expedite the process, add two strands of saffron to the mix. This will give the lumps a more golden hue. The lumps go near the roots while you apply the liquid more to the tips of your hair. There may be some droppings when you use this mask, so cover your surroundings with a newspaper. We also recommend using a shower cap to cover your hair properly. 

Wash your hair after 15 minutes of application. If you let it dry for more than that, you will have a hard time taking it off. Also, we recommend using a mild shampoo to get rid of the extra oil. This recipe is known to provide moisture and soothing relief to any scalp inflammation.

10. Linseed, rosehip 

If you are looking to add instant volume to your hair, this one can do the trick. Linseed oil is now used in various hair spas, shampoos, and salons too. The reason is that it contains amino molecules, which break down into useful proteins when they reach the scalp. Rosehip, on the other hand, is a soothing essential oil that calms imbalanced or polluted hair. 

How to Make the Mask

There are two ways of using this mask. The first way is by taking both these seeds and crushing and blending them. Then mix them with oil and use this mixture on your hair. 

All these all-in-one DIY hair masks are just great! Can you imagine the wholesomeness your hair would receive if one mask had it all? On Purplle, you can find that one mask.

We understand that preparing all this at home can get quite cumbersome, and this is why we have that one hair mask for growth that has it all. Nowhere else but only on Purplle!

You can mix and use these masks based on how comfortable you are with the ingredients. Please note that some of these products may have an unpleasant odor, and you can mix lemon oil to avoid that. Here’s a link to the Purplle essential oil lemon to help you do that.

You should be able to get rid of dryness and reduce hair fall issues in 2-3 applications. However, the number of applications required also depends on how severe your hair problems are. If your hair problems are severe, you might see results only after several hair mask applications. We recommend visiting a doctor if the problem continues. 

Hair growth is a long process, so it is important to be patient. Expecting an immediate increase in hair volume and length is not practical. However, we are sure if you continue using these homemade masks for hair growth and thickness regularly, your DIY hair masks will soon start giving you desired results.