Hair Care Tips: HERE's how coconut water can help you with hair growth

When it comes to hair care and hair growth, one of the most difficult parts is hair growth and maintaining the length of the hair. We get all excited when we get a new haircut but also realise the fact that it'll take a while to grow the hair back. For some people, hair growth is pretty fast but for others, hair growth is an extremely slow process. And sometimes the stagnant hair growth can get infuriating. 

If you want to grow your hair for a while, but nothing seems to work out, then you must consider using coconut water. Coconut water an excellent hair care ingredient that helps nourish and condition your hair. It helps deal with issues like hair fall, controls dandruff and promotes hair growth. It not only keeps your hair conditioned, but is also a rich source of antioxidants which help prevent and repair the damage. Here's how you can use coconut water for hair care. 

Fresh coconut water:

This works because coconut water helps to hydrate your scalp and gives them the much-needed nourishment. Take half a cup of fresh coconut water and massage it into your scalp. Massage it for 5-10 minutes and let it sit for 20 minutes. Post that, wash your hair with a mild shampoo. Do this thrice a week. 

Apple cider vinegar and coconut water:

This combination acts as a great conditioner and removes product buildup and dirt while making your hair smooth and shiny. It further balances pH levels and oil production in your scalp. In a bowl, take 1 tbsp of cider vinegar with a cup of coconut water and let the mixture sit. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo, and apply the mixture to your hair and let it sit for 5 minutes. Rinse it with lukewarm water. Do this once a week for good results. 

Coconut water and honey:

This works because honey helps seal moisture to your hair, keeping it conditioned. This helps keep your hair healthy and free from damage. In a bowl take 1tbsp of honey and mix it with 1/4th cup of coconut water. Massage the mixture to your scalp and let it sit for 20 minutes. Wash off with a mild shampoo and lukewarm water.

Coconut water and aloe vera:

This combination is extremely hydrating and will make your hair more calm and manageable. It is especially effective for people with curly and frizzy hair. Take a spray bottle and mix 1/4th cup coconut water, 2 tsp aloe vera juice and 2 tsp jojoba oil.  Wash your hair and condition your hair to squeeze out excess water. Spray the coconut water and aloe vera juice mixture onto your hair and leave it in. Do this thrice a week.

Lemon juice and coconut water:

Lemon juice is packed with vitamin C and it helps to boost collagen production and speeds up hair growth. In a bowl dilute 1 tbsp of lemon juice in 1/4th cup coconut water. Massage this mixture into your scalp for about 5 minutes. Leave it in for about 15 minutes. Wash off with a mild shampoo and cool water.