Coffee For Hair Care

Did you know there are some major benefits of using coffee for your hair. Coffee infused hair masks stimulate hair roots and improve hair texture. This can help to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

• When used a rinse, the brewed coffee can help detangle unmanageable hair and make hair shafts stronger.

• When used a scrub, coffee can help detoxify the scalp, eliminate product buildup and help maintain good scalp health.

• A coffee paste can be used as a natural dye for covering up grey hair.

• Brewed coffee mixed with leave-in conditioners can enhance their effect and help nourish hair strands from deep within.

Here are some tips and recipes for coffee DIY hair masks that will help promote healthy hair and prevent hair loss.

Instant coffee with coconut oil helps increase blood circulation in the scalp and stimulates hair growth. Coconut oil locks in the moisture in the scalp and the caffeine in coffee will help prevent hair loss.

Recipe: Heat 1/4 cup of coconut oil at low temperature then add 1 tablespoon of instant coffee. Brew and stir so it doesn’t burn. Apply once a week before hair wash.

Mayonnaise helps add shine to dull hair, improves hair structure, and treats split ends.

Recipe: Mix 1 tbsp of instant coffee with 1 tbsp of mayonnaise and 1 tsp of natural glycerin. Apply mask to wet hair, and scalp. Allow to sit for 40-45 minutes. Wash with mild shampoo and cold water.

Egg yolks are rich in iron, sodium, vitamins and lectin, which help recover damaged hair. It can also maintain oily scalps and restore dry, brittle dull hair.

Recipe: Mix 1 tbsp of instant coffee with 1 egg yolk into a paste. Apply the paste to scalp and hair, massaging for five minutes. Allow to sit for 1 hour and wash off with lukewarm water and mild shampoo.

Olive oil has moisturizing, antioxidant and antibacterial properties. It dissolves grime, product build-up and dirt. Honey also has moisturizing properties that naturally smooths the hair shaft and restores shine. This mask ensures your hair stays hydrated and minimizes breakage.

Recipe: Mix 1 tablespoon of instant coffee, 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon olive oil into a smooth paste. Apply to hair from root to tip allowing to sit for half an hour. Rinse thoroughly and wash with a mild shampoo.

Ground coffee and sugar are great natural exfoliators. When used as a scalp scrub, this mix will help stimulate hair follicles and promote hair growth.

Recipe: Mix grounded coffee beans and granulated sugar. Exfoliate your scalp while wet and gently massage for 10-15 minutes. Leave on for 30 minutes then wash off with cold water and mild shampoo.

Yogurt contains lactic acid that has mild exfoliating properties a deep conditioner for your hair. It helps tames the frizz, smooths hair cuticles, while loosening dandruff flakes and other impurities. Lemon has natural acids that help balance the scalp’s pH levels.

Recipe: Mix 1 cup of plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon of instant coffee and 1 tbsp of lemon juice. Apply mask on hair and allow to sit for 30-40 minutes. Wash hair with lukewarm water and mild shampoo.

What coffee is best for hair?

Instant coffee is best for topical use on your hair. It blends well with other ingredients and prevents clogging the drain when rinsing.

Can I leave coffee in my hair overnight?

You can leave coffee in your hair overnight just be sure to wear a head covering, as coffee may stain your pillowcases.

Can I put coffee in my shampoo?

You can add instant coffee powder in your shampoo which can stimulate your scalp and help make your hair grow faster.