Hair Care Products: THESE are the surprising uses of hair conditioner that you didn’t know about

Hair conditioner is one of the most common hair care products that can be easily found in most households. It is commonly used to improve the feel, appearance and manageability of hair. Hair conditioner also reduces friction between the strands of hair and allows easier brushing or combing. Without the goodness of hair conditioner, hair brushing becomes a formidable task which might also cause damage to the scalp. That being said, never apply hair conditioner to your scalp for it will clog the hair roots.

Hair conditioner is like moisturiser but for your hair. Make sure to use it regularly to keep hair hydrated and protected against potential damage. It also protects your hair from the perils of pollution, harsh sunlight and chemical treatments. Skipping conditioner, especially habitually, will make your hair dehydrated and brittle. Leaving your conditioner for two minutes after every time you shampoo will considerably improve the quality of your mane.

Read on to find out about other surprising uses of this miracle hair care product!

1. Shaving cream

1. Shaving cream

Need a quick shave but have run out of shaving cream? Fret not. Squirt a little bit of hair conditioner on your arms and legs and run your razor through it. Conditioners are moisturising and aid in smooth shaving without making your skin feel dry!

2. Mild detergent

Delicate clothing items such as undergarments, woollens and pantyhose must be hand washed in mild detergent. Add a drop or two of hair conditioner to a sink of warm water, and your homemade mild detergent is ready! This hair care product keeps your clothes soft and cleans them very well.

3. Clean makeup brushes

Work a pea size amount of conditioner into your makeup brushes and soak them in lukewarm water for a while. Dab them dry with a soft towel to reshape and soften the bristles!

4. Stainless steel cleaner

Hair conditioner is a great product to eliminate fingerprints and smudges from steel appliances. Squirt a little bit of hair conditioner to a clean cloth, and rub it into the surface of your appliances. Wipe dry with another cloth for a gleaming surface!

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