Eggs contain protein, essential vitamins like A,D,E, B9, B12, B6 and K, and minerals like potassium, sulfur, calcium, phosphorous, iron and fats, all of which can make your hair healthy and shiny when applied as a hair mask. The protein (amino acid) in egg is quite similar to the structure of protein known as keratin that makes our hair. That is why egg yolks naturally replenish the strands and sulfur content fortifies the strands and strengthens your hair. The egg yolk brings wonderful shine to your hair because of its rich lethicin content which acts as a moisturizer. By mixing with some other super nurturing ingredients, you can make your hair softer, shiner and healthier.
Here Are 4 Egg Protein Treatments Which Are Easy To Make At Home:
Egg Yolk And Olive Oil Mask For Healthy And Shiny Hair
If you are experiencing hair fall, try this hair mask. The rich vitamins, proteins and healthy fatty acids will nourish your hair follicles. Along with making it softer, shinier and healthier, the presence of vitamin E, A and D will prevent hair from falling. Your hair texture color will also improve and you will get rid of split end problem. To prepare this mask, separate 2 egg yolks from the whole egg and add 2 tbsp of olive oil and 2 tbsp of water and mix. Apply the mask all over your hair and scalp and massage gently. Leave for 15-20 minutes, then rinse off and continue with a mild shampoo. You will be left with beautiful soft and shiny hair.
Egg Yolk And Yogurt Mask For Dry And Damaged Hair
By combining yogurt and egg yolk, you can make the best hair mask for treating your dry and damaged hair. Egg will moisturize and condition your dry hair naturally because it contains proteins, fats and cleansing enzymes and the lactic acid and zinc contained in milk fat will nourish your dry and damaged hair and help them to become strong. To prepare this mask, take 1 egg, 1/3 cup of plain yogurt and equal quantity of mayonnaise. Beat eggs until you get a foamy consistency; now add yogurt and mayonnaise and apply in your hair. After 15-20 minutes, rinse your hair with cold water followed by mild shampoo.
Egg Yolk And Avocado Mask To Rejuvenate Dry Hair
Another great combination to rejuvenate your dry and dull hair is to prepare a hair mask containing the antioxidant richness and fatty goodness of avocado and coconut oil along with the protein richness of egg yolks. To prepare this mask, mash up half of an avocado and add an egg yolk along with enough coconut milk to get a smooth paste. Apply all over the hair and scalp and let it work for a minimum of 30 minutes. Wash off with a mild shampoo and enjoy the luscious and smooth looking hair.
Egg Yolk Deep Conditioning Treatment
Besides fortifying your hair, this conditioner provides excellent shine to your hair. To make this mask, take one egg yolk, ½ tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp of apple cider vinegar. Mix thoroughly by adding little hot water and few drops of essential oil so that you can get a smooth consistency. Apply the conditioner in your wet hair and give a light massage to your scalp and hair. Allow the conditioner to work for 15-20 minutes and then rinse off with lukewarm water.