How to Make Conditioner at Home

Taking care of your hair is an essential part of self-care. Not only does it affect your appearance but your overall hygiene as well. Healthy hair means a healthy scalp.

Nobody wants to have dry, frizzy hair, and just washing them doesn’t ensure that you have got it all right. This is where the hair conditioner comes in. It adds an extra bit of life to your hair, keeping the dryness at bay. 

There are many benefits of using a hair conditioner:

•  It improves the texture of hair. Different conditioners are made to suit different types of hair texture - fine, coarse, curls, etc. 
• Provides hair with the right amount of moisture, reducing frizziness.
•  Keeps hair hydrated.
• Reduces friction between hair fibers.
• Makes tresses softer and easier to manage.
• Adds a natural shine to hair. 

Many people are now trying to go chemical-free, especially when it comes to products they are using on their bodies. Even organic products can have some amount of chemicals in them. That is why we bring to you DIY hair conditioners that can be easily made at home using natural ingredients. 

Here’s a list of 7 conditioners that you can make at home -

Honey And Olive Oil Homemade Hair Conditioner 
 

Both honey and olive oil are natural hydrators. They help in softening and nourishing hair. They also help in preventing dandruff caused by seborrheic dermatitis. It is one of the best homemade conditioners for hair. You can also check out our Honey And Olive Oil Homemade Hair Conditioner

Ingredients -

• 2 tablespoons honey
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• Shower cap

Processing Time - 

30 minutes

Steps -

• Combine olive oil and honey. Mix them until they are thoroughly blended. 
• Apply and massage the mixture on your hair in sections. 
• Cover your hair with a shower cap. Wait for 30 minutes.
• Rinse with a sulfate-free shampoo followed by a regular conditioner.

Frequency -

Twice a month. 

Egg and Olive Oil Homemade Conditioner

Egg contains essential proteins providing the hair with extra shine. Mixed with olive oil, it further helps prevent dandruff and reduce hair loss, and works as a hair growth conditioner. This conditioner is for dry, frizzy hair since eggs contain extremely hydrating fats. 

Ingredients -

• 2 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Water
• Shower cap

Processing Time -

1-2 Hours

Steps -

• Add egg yolks and olive oil to a bowl to make a mixture. Add water to make it smoother and easier to apply. 
• Part your hair in sections and apply the mixture to it. 
• Cover hair with a shower cap. Wait for 2 hours.
• Rinse off with a sulfate-free shampoo using cool water.
• Finish with a regular conditioner. 

Frequency -

Weekly.

Coconut Oil Homemade Hair Conditioner

Coconut oil has been used for hair nourishment since time immemorial. It comes loaded with fatty acids, which nourish your hair from deep within. It also makes your hair look thicker and feel stronger. It is a silicone-free conditioner. You can also checkout our Coconut Oil Hair Conditioner

Ingredients -

• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• Hot towel

Processing time

45 minutes.

Steps -

• Take coconut oil and heat it until it is slightly warm.
• Apply and massage the oil from the scalp to the tip of your hair. 
• Wrap a hot towel around your head. Wait for 45 minutes. 
• Wash hair with cool water. Use a sulfate-free shampoo.

Frequency -

Twice a week.

Baking Soda Homemade Conditioner
 

Baking soda helps in removing the build-up of dirt and grime on the scalp. It has antifungal properties which prevent infections. Just make sure to not add large quantities of baking soda as its high pH levels can lead to hair damage and scalp irritation.

Ingredients -

• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup regular hair conditioner
• Shower cap
• Hot towel

Processing Time -

1 hour

Steps -

• Mix the baking soda and standard hair conditioner in a bowl to make a paste. 
• Apply it from the root to the tip of your hair. 
• Cover your hair in a shower cap. Then wrap your head with a towel for an hour.
• Wash your head using cool water.

Frequency -

Monthly. 

Shea Butter Homemade Conditioner
 

Shea butter helps in moisturizing hair and skin and has anti-inflammatory properties and ample antioxidants. These properties help in keeping hair hydrated, taming frizziness, and reducing split ends. This is the best conditioner for curly hair.

Ingredients -

• 1 tablespoon shea butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon argan oil
• 2-3 drops of essential oil of your choice (optional)

Processing Time -

30 minutes

Steps -

• Take shea butter and coconut oil and mix them. Warm up the mixture until fully melted.
• Add argan oil and essential oil into the mixture. Whip it until it's all combined. 
• Apply from the roots to the tips of your hair. Wait for 30 minutes.
• Wash with cool water using a sulfate-free shampoo followed by a conditioner. 

Frequency -

2-3 times a week.

Banana Homemade Conditioner

Bananas are one of the most significant sources of silica. Silica is an ingredient that helps in reducing hair loss. It also makes hair bouncy and shiny by rejuvenating damaged hair ends. Mashed bananas mixed with olive oil is one of the best deep-conditioning recipes. 

Ingredients -

• 1 ripe banana
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Shower cap

Processing Time -

30 minutes

Steps -

• Mash the banana in a bowl and mix it with olive oil and honey.
• Apply the mixture thoroughly over your hair. 
• Use a shower cap to avoid the mess. Wait for 30 minutes.
• Rinse your hair with cool water using sulfate-free shampoo. Finish with a regular conditioner. 

Frequency -

Weekly.

Apple Cider Vinegar Homemade Conditioner
 

Apple cider vinegar helps in maintaining the pH level of your hair. Anecdotal evidence suggests it helps with moisturizing hair, making it easier to detangle them. It is the best leave-in conditioner for curly hair. You can also checkout our Apple Cider Vinegar Conditioner

Ingredients -

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup water 

Processing Time -

5 minutes

Steps -

• Dilute apple cider vinegar with water.
• Before applying, wash your hair with cool water using a sulfate-free shampoo followed by a conditioner.
• Pour the diluted apple cider vinegar over your hair. Massage scalp and strands.

Frequency -

Twice a month.

You can find some great collections of conditioners at Purplle .

FAQs
 

How do you apply a hair conditioner?
 

• Apply it from the root to the tip of your hair. Rinse hair with warm water before the procedure. Massage conditioner on your scalp properly.

What precautions should I take?
 

• Before applying, test it on your skin to see if it causes irritation, itchiness, or redness. Consult an expert before trying.

Why do I need to wash my hair with cool water in the end?
 

• For reaping maximum benefits, wash your hair with warm water before; this will open up hair follicles. Lastly, wash hair with cool water to close the hair follicles to preserve the nutrients in the strands.