The Solution: How to Get Healthy, Long, Shiny Hair - With Stuff You Already Own!

Happy Friday everyone! Today I'm going to be talking about haircare. In the winter, hair can feel brittle and dry, and look frizzy and dull. The cold temperatures outside certainly aren't helping, but when you go inside your hair has to deal with the dry heat and lack of moisture caused by furnaces and heating systems in homes and buildings. Other than running out and buying ten humidifiers, what can you do?

Well, there's a solution that involves using items you already own! That's right, no need to pick up ten new products. It's actually easy to mix up a hair mask that fights dryness and helps your hair shine. Hair products are great, and they often work well, but sometimes you need an added boost on top of a good haircare routine. All you need for this is some stuff from your kitchen, and you're set to go. Read on to find out how to make a rich mask that will transform your hair - and how and when to use it.

Firstly, you'll need a mixer. This will help make sure that your ingredients are blended smoothly and evenly. For this step, you can use a regular household blender, a Magic Bullet, a Nutri-Bullet, as I've used, or any other mixer you own.

Next, you'll need the following ingredients:

• A large egg
• Pure, natural honey
• Oil (you can use avocado, as I did, olive oil, or any other oil you'd like)
• Coconut butter or oil
• An anti-damage hair mask from the store (this is completely optional)

Don't worry about the amounts you use - just pour in what looks reasonable. If you make too much, you can always save the rest of the mask for next time. It's not about being scientific, it's just about getting the ingredients in there! As for the anti-damage mask, I used one from L'Oreal Evercreme. This ingredient is optional; I just use it to help give the mask a texture and consistency that's easy to work with. If you own a regular, store-bought hair mask, throw it in. If not, no big deal!

This is what the mask looks like so far - I've simply added a couple of tablespoons of the L'Oreal Evercreme mask, along with an egg. Again, don't worry about amounts; simply use what looks right to you.

Here's what the mask looked like before I blended it! All the ingredients are in there. Make sure that you stir the mask with a spoon after adding the coconut oil or butter, as the texture of it is hard and it can stick to the bottom of the container if you're not careful. Stirring will make sure that it's blended in with the rest of the ingredients for the mask. Simply turn on your mixer and blend for about 30 seconds!

When your mask is finished in the mixer, it should have a smooth, creamy consistency. I used a spatula to transfer the mixture from my Nutri-Bullet to this bowl; it ensures that you waste as little of the mask as possible.

Make sure your hair is dry to start out. Next, lean over the sink or tub (just in case it drips!) to apply your mask. Focus the mixture on the ends, and then work your way up. Then take a hair clip and pin up your hair, before covering it with a shower cap. This will make sure that the mask doesn't drip and that your hair can absorb the nutrients. Now, it's time for the waiting game! Leave the mask on for around 2 hours, before washing it out in the shower and starting your regular haircare routine. It's sure to give your hair a boost of shine, and decrease frizz and dryness.

Have fun making your masks! If you've tried a DIY hair mask before, let me know which ingredients you used.

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