Natural is always better. A homemade gel, free from harsh chemicals, nourishes your hair gently and effectively..
By: Nandini Sharma
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Flaxseed Gel
To make this gel, boil 1/4 cup flax seeds in 2 cups of water for 5-7 minutes, then strain. It offers a good, adjustable hold and adds shine and strength to hair.
Chia Seed Gel
Soak 1 cup chia seeds in 4 cups of distilled water overnight, then heat and strain before adding castor oil, vitamin E, and lavender essential oil. This gel provides a medium hold and promotes healthy, moisturized hair.
Aloe Vera Gel
Simply use 1/2 cup of aloe vera gel directly from a plant or store-bought container. It offers a light hold, adds shine, and hydrates hair..
Gelatin Gel
Mix 1/2 tsp gelatin with 1/2 cup warm water until dissolved, then add aloe vera gel, essential oil, and vitamin E before refrigerating until set. This gel provides a medium hold and shine.
Agar Agar Gel
Dissolve 1/2 tsp agar agar flakes in 1/2 cup hot water, then mix in aloe vera gel and essential oils. This recipe results in a medium-hold gel that adds shine.
Okra Gel
Boil okra in water and strain the liquid to extract the gel. This gel provides a light hold, adds moisture, and may promote hair growth.
Flaxseed and Chia Seed Gel:
Combine the strained flaxseed gel and chia seed gel after preparing them separately. This mixture offers a good hold and the combined benefits of both gels.
Shea Butter and Aloe- Vera GeL
Blend 1 tbsp of shea butter with aloe vera gel until smooth. This mixture provides light hold, moisture, and tames frizz.