10 Tips for Getting Long Beautiful Hair

Hair — a lot of time goes into taking care of it.Every woman wants longer and thicker hair. These hair growth tips help you retain precious inches, allowing you to get the long hair you've always wanted.

1) Here is extremely great and efficient hair mask, which will not only help your hair to grow faster, but also will make your locks look more shiny, healthy and beautiful.

 Mix in a small bowl: 1 egg yolk, 1 table spoon of honey, 1 table spoon of extra virgin olive oil (or linen oil) and 1 table spoon of vodka (or cognac).

Massage this mixture into the roots of your hair and then, spread to the lengths; wait for about 40 minutes. (For better results you can put a shower cup on your head and cover it up with a towel, but make sure that your special someone doesn’t see you wearing this extravagant “construction” on your head, it might not look that seductive :D). After the 40 minutes, wash and condition your hair, as usual. You will be astonished with amazing results!

2) Here is another simple hair mask that will help your hair grow faster: For this treatment you’ll need some potato juice! Yes, it might sound strange, but it works! Isn’t it the most important?! At least, potato juice smells better than an onion juice, right? (Onion juice can be really great in helping boost your hair shine, as well as hair growth, but it smells horrible, and that smell won’t go anywhere for weeks! So, how to make our potato hair mask?

Juice 2 big potatoes, add 1 table spoon of honey and 1 egg yolk.
Apply this mixture on your hair (mainly on the roots), wait for half an hour and wash your locks, as you usually do. This hair mask is amazing and it’s all natural!


3. Try warm oil scalp massage. It’s a very easy trick, but it works wonders! This treatment works wonders for the hair growth and makes your tresses look very shiny and healthy

Just heat up a little bit of oil (Any oil of your choice like olive oil, coconut oil, argan oil and jojoba oil); never boil the oil, slightly warm it up, so that it’s pleasantly warm and comfortable to touch, then, massage your scalp with this treatment. If you have someone else to gently massage going through the roots of your hair, this can become even more pleasant! This scalp massage can last for about 20 minutes, then spread the oil on the length of your hair, wait for about half an hour and wash your locks thoroughly. Not only this experience is very relaxing, but also, you will love the result.

4.Try castor oil hair treatment. It’s all simple: just massage your scalp with castor oil and leave it overnight; then, the next morning, wash and condition your hair as usual.

 Do this treatment once or twice a week for couple of weeks and you will be astonished by the amazing result! It works wonders for hair growth! Also, castor oil can help you to grow longer lashes and thicker eyebrows!

5.Vinegar rinse. Not only vinegar can help boost your hair growth, but also it can tremendously change the appearance of your locks – of course, for better – hair becomes shinier, stronger and healthier!

Add 2 table spoons of vinegar into 1 litter of water and rinse your hair with this “self made healthy conditioner”, do it as the final step of your shampooing/conditioning process. If you aren’t a fan of vinegar odor – add a couple of drops of your favorite essential oil into your vinegar rinse (or you can mix lemon juice with water instead of vinegar in the same proportion). Great and simple, all natural, but most important – it works!

6.Brush your hair every day for 1 or 2 minutes, do it every morning and every evening to stimulate circulation in your scalp.

Make sure to massage your head gently, it’s not working by a principle “the harder you push the faster it grows!”. Remember, never brush your hair when it’s wet, because it can damage your locks and cause breakage. We don’t want it, because we love our hair, right? :)


7.Massage your scalp every time you shampoo your hair. Do it gently, use your fingers, massage your head for about a minute or two, push and move the skin around your head, it will stimulate the blood flow and help your hair grow faster.

 The best thing is to wash your hair as per your hair type. For curly hair, shampoo your hair once a week and for fine, straight hair, it is good to go for two or three washes.

8.Mayonnaise - The Natural Conditioner: Healthy and beautiful hair starts with a healthy scalp…It’s logical, right? This is why it’s important to take a great care of your scalp! Here is one easy tip: never apply a hair conditioner on the roots of your hair! Not only it will cause the loss of volume and your locks might get oily very quickly, but also, some hair conditioners contain waxes and silicons, and if you apply them on your scalp, it can prevent the skin on your head from breathing and clog pores. Apply your hair conditioner only on the length of your hair.

Applying mayonnaise is a good way to condition your hair, making it more manageable and shiny. It’s as easy as combing mayonnaise all over your hair and then rinsing it.

9. Eat protein!It is important to keep your hair healthy from the outside with products, love and care. What about from the inside? Not only our exterior efforts, massages and sophisticated masks are important, but also, if you really want to have thick and beautiful hair, watch what you eat! Did you know that food can make a tremendous difference in how fast your hair grows?

 Protein provides a building material for your locks to grow quicker, look healthier and be stronger, so include in eggs, nuts, fish, chicken, red meat, etc…include these into your balanced diet. Eat healthy. Your hair will say: “Thank you!”.

10.Care for your hair while you sleep. Probably, you are wondering – how in the world is it possible to care for my hair while I sleep? Yes, it’s, actually, easy as pie. First of all, never sleep with a tight ponytail or a tight braid, it definitely won’t help your hair grow faster and can even cause breakage of your hair and pains in your scalp.

Make a loose ponytail instead. And second tip for a night hair care is – try to sleep on a silk pillow case, it won’t cause friction and it’s much kinder to your hair, than cotton pillow covers. And, by the way, silk pillow is not only beneficial for your hair, but also for your facial skin. What a wonder is this silk! Healthy and shiny hair plus wrinkle free skin! Just perfect

4 Easy DIY Beauty Treatments

Although there are a host of fantastic beauty products on the market today, sometimes it’s nice to go back to basics and utilize the foods that contain natural beauty benefits. After you’ve graduated from the good old cucumber slice as a natural eye de-puffer trick, there are tons of other earth-friendly recipes out there that can be executed using yummy products from your fridge. Who knew that playing with your food could be a good thing? Here are four fun treatments to whip up at home:

1. Skin Revitalizer: Beauty Mask with Fruits

Ingredients: 3/4 cup cherries ; 1/4 cup pineapple; 1/2 cup blueberries; 2 bananas; 4 tbsp of honey; 1/2 cup plain yogurt
Recipe: Pour all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Apply to a clean face and leave on for five to ten minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and gently pat dry.


2. Oil-Fighting Face Exfoliator: Berry Skin Scrub
Ingredients: 3 medium strawberries; 4 tbsp of raw honey
Recipe: Remove stems and cut strawberries into small pieces. Mash into a ball with a spoon until smooth. Fold in honey and gently mix until evenly distributed. Massage scrub on clean skin for three minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and gently pat dry.


3. Delicious Body Exfoliator: Grapefruit Coconut Scrub
Ingredients: 3-4 large grapefruits; 2 tsp of raw coconut oil; 1/2 cup of sea salt; 3 tsp of grapeseed oil
Recipe: Zest all the grapefruits and add zest to a bowl, along with the other ingredients. Mix together thoroughly and gently apply scrub to body. Rinse in the shower with warm water and pat dry. Store scrub in an airtight container in the fridge for future use.


4. Super Shine Booster: Avocado Hair Mask
Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado; 2-3 tbsp of olive oil; 1 banana; 1 egg
Recipe: Pour all ingredients into a blender and blend until the mixture has a chunk-free, cake-batter consistency. Apply one quarter of the mask to dry hair and leave in for 10 minutes. Rinse, shampoo, and stick the leftover in the fridge.

3 DIY Foot Soak Recipes

If you’re on your feet all day, it can be so worth it to relieve the stress that builds up in the muscles, joints and bones of your feet after long hours without a break. Cracked, dry skin on one’s heels or the balls of your feet can get painful throughout the winter, if not taken care of regularly. Treat yourself to one of these easy, DIY at-home foot soaks to soften and heal the skin of your feet, as well as generally give them some tender love & care.

#1: Mix together 1/4 cup of lemon juice, 1/4 cup of milk, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and a sprinkle of Cinnamon. Mix well, add to water, and enjoy – will leave your feet feeling super soft and nourished.

#2: Steep 4 bags of chamomile tea in 1 gallon of hot water for 10 minuets, then mix in 4 drops of the essential oil of your choice (we recommend peppermint, lemon, orange or eucalyptus). Put some marbles or smooth stones on the bottom of the basin for an extra relaxing mini foot massage!

#3: Mix 1 cup of baking soda, 1/2 cup of epsom salts and the contents of 3-4 peppermint tea bags. Use a couple of tablespoons of this mixture in a gallon of warm water for a soothing and refreshing foot soak to cleanse and strengthen the skin of your feet.


Remember to moisturize your feet afterwards with a nourishing natural body oil or moisturizer to trap all that clean goodness and keep your skin soft throughout the day!

DIY: Apple Cider Vinegar Acne Toner

Apple cider vinegar is known as an overall cure-all for good reason; it’s a great anti-bacterial agent. It can do amazing things for not only your hair, but also your skin. Here is a simple recipe for a homemade acne toner which uses ACV as a base.

Whisk together ¼ cup raw honey, 1 cup of brewed green tea, and ½ cup of apple cider vinegar in a bowl. Put it into a container you can seal closed, and you’re set to go. To apply, just use a cotton ball and swab it onto your face in problem areas as needed. This mixture not only will kill bacteria, but also help your skin to recover from acne scars and may reduce the effects of age.

Simple Blackhead Removal

Problems with blackheads? Don’t waste your money on expensive washes, use this tip instead:

Beat an egg white in a small bowl, making sure there’s no yolk in it.

Apply the egg whites to the areas with blackheads.

Put two layers of thin tissue paper on top of the egg.

Allow it to dry, then peel it off.

Wash and moisturize your face as usual

Cantaloupe: Benefits for Skin & Hair

 

All varieties of melons are great for skin, and cantaloupe melon being the most nutritious among them, is no exception. It offers the following benefits for your skin.

Cantaloupe Benefits for Skin:


Beneficial for healthy skin because it is rich in vitamins A and C. Vitamin A encourages the skin regeneration and Vitamin C supports the formation of collagen, the connective tissues that give skin a youthful glow.

Loaded with water. The skin needs plenty of water in order to stay hydrated. When you are dehydrated, your skin is one of the first organs to show the deficiency. Fine lines, wrinkles, and dry skin in general tend to appear within days of dehydration. The juice is an effective lotion for eczema and for removing freckles. The juice is also be used as first aid for burns and abrasions.

 Take a look at the below beauty recipes to reap the benefits of Cantaloupe.


Moisturizing Cantaloupe-Lavender Facial Scrub and Mask:


1/8 of a cantaloupe, peeled and seeded
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp dried lavender buds, ground into a fine powder
1/8 c. cornmeal


Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Lightly scrub all over face and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water, scrubbing lightly as you wash the mask off.


Softening Creamy Cantaloupe Facial Mask:

1/4 c. peeled, seeded cantaloupe, cut into cubes
1 Tbsp. heavy cream

Combine ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Spread the mush over a piece of muslin or cheesecloth and apply the cloth to the face. (You might want to cut out a place for your nostrils beforehand.) Leave on 20 minutes.

This mask is best for dry skin.



Soothing Cantaloupe-Cucumber Toner-Mask:


Run 1/4 of a cucumber (seeded, but leave the skin on) and 1/8 of a cantaloupe (peeled and seeded) through a food processor or blender. Strain out the juice. With a cotton ball, apply the juice to your face. Allow to sit for 20 minutes, and rinse well.

This is good for any skin type – and will be especially helpful if your face is red, puffy, or irritated.


Fresh Cantaloupe - Yogurt Face Mask:

Combine some fresh cantaloupe with yogurt in a blender jar. Process the ingredients to a smooth consistency. Use this mixture to massage all over face and neck in gentle circular movements. Do this massage for at least 10-15 minutes every day. You can also add a few drops of lavender essential oil to the mixture for increasing benefits.


 Refreshing Cantaloupe - Oatmeal Face Pack:

You can also prepare your own cantaloupe face pack by processing some cantaloupe in a blender container. Transfer the pulp to a mixing bowl and add powdered oatmeal along with enough yogurt to form a smooth and thick paste. Also, add a few drops of wheat germ essential oil to the mixture. Apply the pack evenly to clean face and neck. Remove by massaging in gentle circular movements. Wash off with warm water and pat dry. Apply this pack at least thrice a week for best results.


 Facial with Cantaloupe Juice:

You can also directly apply some cantaloupe juice to your skin and wash off once it dries completely. This will help in softening and hydrating skin.


Cantaloupe: Hair Benefits
Cantaloupe contains all the vital nutrients and minerals that are required for maintaining healthy hair and scalp. Its benefits for hair are given below.


 Combats Hair Loss:
Insonitol is a form of Vitamin B which is required to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth. This vitamin is mostly found in citrus fruits except lemons. Cantaloupe contains sufficient amount of insonitol and hence, regular consumption of this fruit can stimulate hair growth.


Perfect Conditioner:
Cantaloupe can be a perfect hair conditioner during the summer months. All you need to do is mash a cup of cantaloupe with a fork and massage your hair with this pulp after shampooing. Wash off after 10 minutes.




 


 

DIY: Hair Dye Recipes

 Making and using your own Natural Hair Dye is way more fun than anything you can buy out there.

This is for all who want to keep it natural, obviously. These homemade hair dye recipes contain pure natural ingredients. That is a seriously safer alternative to those chemical paint jobs

And yes, it will take you a bit longer to get to the same sort of result, because these natural hair color recipes are not as concentrated. But that also means you get a more gradual result, having more control over the outcome. Not only are they easy and fun to make, but also very affordable or downright cheap and you probably have the ingredients already somewhere in your kitchen cabinet.

Yogurt, Chamomile tea & Lavender oil natural Hair Dye:


Brightens your hair; both yogurt and chamomile have brightening properties


What do you need:
1/2 cup plain unflavored Yogurt
1 cup very strong Chamomile tea (use 5-6 teabags)
5-7 drops Lavender essential oil


How to do it:

Make the ultra-strong chamomile tea, let it steep and cool down for about 20 minutes. Mix it together with the yogurt and the lavender oil until you have a smooth consistency

Apply it to your dry hair and make sure you cover all of it, from root to end. Cover your head with plastic wrap and leave it for 30 minutes

Finally shampoo it out and condition


 Lemon juice & Chamomile tea natural hair dye

Natural hair dye for blond highlights

What do you need:
1/2 cup fresh Lemon juice
4 cups very strong Chamomile tea (use 6-8 teabags)

How to do it:

Make the ultra-strong chamomile tea, let it steep and cool down for about 15 minutes. Mix it with the lemon juice

Wet your hair with warm water and make it towel dry. Rinse your hair twice with the same lemon/ chamomile mixture; leave it in for about 1 hour sitting in the sun (if available)

If you can do that while thinking positive and happy thoughts and reading your favorite magazine or book, that will give the whole process a giant boost……at least it will boost your mood for sure

Finally, wash it out and condition


Tip: to get some serious results you will have to do this every day for at least 2-3 weeks. It might seem a bit long but this way you certainly have more control over the end result and you can decide to stop at your shade of choice



Saffron & Lemon juice natural hair dye

Natural hair dye for a rich golden tint, works great on gray roots in blond hair

What do you need:
1 tablespoon Saffron threads
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
½ liter Water

How to do it:

Put the saffron threads into a large jug. Boil the water and pour it over the saffron threads. Leave it soaking for 10 to 15 minutes

Strain out the saffron threads and add the lemon juice

Put a large bowl in the sink and pour the liquid through your hair, collect it and re-rinse 15 to 20 times. After the final rinse, wring out your hair and leave it for about 15 minutes, then rinse with clear water



Coffee natural hair dye

A homemade hair dye to sip on...if you like strong black coffee

What do you need:
10 cups of very strong black Coffee (using 2 heaping tablespoons per cup)

How to do it:

Make the coffee, let it stand to cool down for 15-20 minutes; filter it. Close the sink and place a large bowl in it, hang over this to rinse your hair repeatedly with the coffee; about 15 times. After the last rinse squeeze and wring your hair, then leave it for 15-20 minutes

Finally wash with fresh water

You could do the same using very strong black tea (using 2 bags per cup) the rest is basically the same

Tip: to see some serious results you will have to do this every day for a few weeks. This might seem a bit long but this way you certainly have more control over the end result and you can decide to stop at your shade of choice


 Walnut husk natural hair dye

What do you need:

Walnut husks
Water

How to do it:

Coarsely crush the walnut husks and cover them with water. Put it on the stove and let this simmer for 5-6 hours replacing vaporized water

Strain the water, take the husks and put them in a piece of cloth. Squeeze to get as much water out as possible and pour it back in the pot. Boil it until you have about ¼ left

Mix this with a teaspoon of ground cloves and put it in the fridge for a day, stir it regularly

Before you use it strain the liquid through a piece of cheesecloth. Now shampoo your hair, close the sink and place a large bowl in it. Hang over this to rinse your hair repeatedly with the mixture; about 15 times. Don’t forget to put on gloves because it can seriously stain. After the last time leave it for 5 minutes and rinse it out with fresh water


Tip: if this sounds too complicated you can also boil the crushed walnut husks for 1 hour and then squeeze them and take the colored water to rinse your hair. This might work for people with lighter hair, and seeing it’s a simple rinse it will not color as strong as the more complicated version


Black tea & Sage rinse natural hair dye

What do you need:
3 tablespoons black tea
3 tablespoons sage
1 teapot water

How to do it:

Boil the water and steep the black tea and sage in it. Allow it to cool. Use it as a hair rinse by repeatedly pouring the tea over the hair. Afterward rinse your hair with tepid water



Walnut shells, Cloves & Black tea natural hair dye

Makes your brown or black hair a bit darker


What do you need:
1/3 cup walnut shells
3 bags black tea
8 cloves
3 cups of water


How to do it:

Bring the water to a boil; add the tea, cloves and walnut shells. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes. Let it cool down and then strain and keep the tea. First shampoo your hair and pour the mix over your hair and gently apply throughout as a final rinse



Cherry bark & Black tea natural hair dye

A homemade hair coloring that will make your brown or black hair a bit darker

What do you need:
1/3 cup cherry bark
3 bags black tea
3 cups water

How to do it:

Bring the water to a boil; add the tea, cherry bark. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes. Let it cool down and then strain and keep the tea. First shampoo your hair and pour the mix over your hair and gently apply throughout as a final rinse



Beet & Carrot juice natural hair dye

Enhances red hair

What do you need:
1/2 cup Carrot juice
1/2 cup Beet juice

How to do it:

Mix the two juices together. Wash your hair and make it towel dry. Rinse your hair thoroughly with the mixture and let it stay in for about 1 hour sitting in the sun (if available)

Finally wash it out and condition


Tip: To see some serious results you will have to do this every day for a few weeks. This might seem a bit long but this way you certainly have more control over the end result and you can decide to stop at your shade of choice


Rose hip or Clove tea natural hair dye


What do you need:
Very strong Rose hip or clove tea


How to do it:

Make 8 cups of very strong rose hip tea

Close the sink and place a large bowl in it. Hang over this to rinse your hair repeatedly with the rose hip tea; about 15 times. After the last time leave it for 15 minutes and rinse it out with fresh water


Tip: you can also do the same but using a very strong cloves tea

Red Wine Face Masks

Red wine is one of those surprising ingredients in natural skin care which is still a bit under-used.

Unexpected? Maybe; but a red wine face mask made with the bottom of red wine that was left after last nights dinner party works wonders for skin.






Red wine contains high levels of antioxidant polyphenols, which are beneficial in keeping your skin healthy. Generally red wine when used in skin care products fights free radicals, stimulates blood circulation, rejuvenates, increases skin elasticity, eases the nerves, firms, whitens, and leaves your skin bright and glowing These stimulating properties make that red wine softens wrinkles and fine lines and is altogether very useful in battling the effects of aging skin Also in cases of acne and eczema red wine is also considered to be good for detoxifying the skin and in this way helping your skin against these kind of skin disorders.

 Enjoy a relaxing and satisfying natural spa experience right there in your own home with these red wine face masks.


 Egg white Red wine face mask:

A basic red wine face mask; the egg white and red wine form a super skin toner, they seriously tighten your skin and are a powerful anti aging force

On top of that honey is the perfect natural humectant; it attracts moisture and keeps it there where it should be: under your skin. It also soothes and smooths. This red wine mask will make your skin look younger, extra vibrant and leaves it silky smooth

What do you need:
1 Egg white
3 tablespoons Red wine
1 tablespoons organic Honey

How to do it:

Gently mix the egg white, red wine and honey until you have a smooth substance

Spread the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear.

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside


Seaweed, Honey, Aloe vera , Red wine face mask:

(For acne prone skin)

Soothe and clean acne ridden skin with this red wine face mask. It will leave your face feeling incredibly smooth, soft and looking absolutely radiant

It also offers intense firming action and is known to soften wrinkles and fine lines

What do you need:
2 tablespoons Red wine
1/2 tablespoon Aloe Vera gel
1 tablespoons organic Honey
1 tablespoon Kelp Powder – Seaweed

How to do it:

Warm up the honey until it becomes runny (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water (or a few seconds in the microwave)

Mix the honey and the rest of the ingredients in a mixing bowl until you have a nice and smooth paste. Leave it to rest for 10 minutes so the kelp powder can absorb the moisture

Spread and massage the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck: keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10 minutes Rinse it off with lukewarm water; pat your skin dry with a clean towel

Tip: Because of the iodine in kelp you should not use this mask if you have an iodine allergy


Pomegranate, Rose clay, Honey, Coconut Red wine face mask:

This red wine face mask is one big antioxidant powerhouse and an all round skin care champion.

Pomegranate stimulates the growth of collagen while the polyphenols of the red wine further reduce free radicals.

While rose clay gently exfoliates and stimulates circulation, the lactic acid in the coconut milk softens your skin. The humectant honey provides the finishing touch in this all natural wonder mask


What do you need:
1/4 Pomegranate
1 tablespoon Red wine
3 tablespoons Rose clay
1 tablespoon organic Honey
1/2 tablespoon Coconut milk


How to do it:

Peel 1/4 pomegranate cut the fruit in pieces and put these in a bowl orfood processor and mash it. Put the clay in a mixing bowl and slowly add the pomegranate, red wine, honey and coconut milk. Mix these well until you have a smooth sticky paste that will stay on your face without it running off

Spread the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside.


Green tea, Yogurt, Honey Red wine face mask

Green tea is also high in anti oxidants, which makes that this red wine mask pulls the brake on aging skin. The honey and yogurt soothe and smooth


What do you need:
1 tablespoon Green Tea
1 tablespoon Red wine
1 tablespoon Plain unflavored Yogurt, with active cultures
2 tablespoon organic Honey


How to do it:

Make a cup of green tea and let it stand for a few minutes. Warm up the honey until it becomes runny (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water (or a few seconds in the microwave.)Strain the tea and mix it with the red wine, yogurt and honey until you have a smooth substance

Spread the paste gently and equally with a facial mask brush or spatula on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside