DIY Fenugreek Mask for Hair Growth & Strength

Fenugreek mask is great for strengthening your hair strands, as well as promoting growth. 

Try out our DIY hair recipe of the month to get all the information you need to better care for dull, lifeless hair. 

Lets get into it!

We unpack this DIY hair mask by discussing the following:-

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Why Fenugreek Hair Mask is good for your hair?

This hair mask has the following benefits:-

🌺 It promotes hair growth;

🌺 It strengthens, adds volume to and improves hair texture;

🌺 It helps balance scalp PH and reduces dandruff; and

🌺Helps prevent hair loss by strengthening the hair strands.

Recommended for:

Dry, lifeless hair.

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Preparation time

20 – 25 minutes

Ingredients

•  X3 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds
•  2 tablespoons 0f coconut oil (or preferred carrier oil)
•  400ml of water
• Optional: yoghurt.

Method

1. Add water to the fenugreek seeds and then set aside to let them soak overnight.
2. Drain the water out and then blend the fenugreek seed until you get a smooth, creamy consistency. (If you choose to include yoghurt, you can add this to the mixture).
3. Transfer the paste to a clean bowl and add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (or preferred oil of your choice).
4. Mix thoroughly.
Your hair mask is ready for use

Instructions:

Apply the paste to your hair, coating your hair strands thoroughly. Then cover with a shower cap and let it sit for 45mins – 1hr and then wash it off.

Storage

You can store the excess hair mask in the freezer and defrost it as and when needed.

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NaHaZo Tip

Instead of using the seeds, you can buy it in powder form and use this in your hair mask.

Fenugreek hair mask can have a smell that is off-putting to some naturals. To manage this, you can leave lemon juice and bicarbonate of soda mix on your hair for 10 mins and then rinse it out. This is also very cleansing for your hair.

Negative effects of Fenugreek hair mask

Some naturals experience hardened hair after using this mask – this is especially true of naturals who are protein sensitive.

To combat this, you can follow this treatment up with a moisturising deep conditioner or you can lessen the time that you keep the mask on your hair.

*Allergens

Do a skin test to make sure that you are not allergic to fenugreek seeds before applying to your hair. Also, as with everything, should you have any underlying medical conditions such as low blood pressure, asthma or heart condition, consult your medical practitioner before use.

Have you tried out this hair mask? What was your experience? Share in the comments below.

And until the next time, happy naturaling!