DIY Effective Banana Hair Mask For Damaged Hair

Make a DIY banana hair mask for damaged hair to revive your locks!

Ever thought of putting bananas on your hair? No? Same, that is, until I tried making a hair mask out of it. 

Believe it or not, finely pureed banana is actually a great hair conditioning ingredient!

It has nutrients such as Vitamin A, B6 and E as well as fatty acids that help repair frizzy hair and prevent split ends.

Now let’s check out the ingredients in this banana hair mask and what benefits they each provide:

Benefits of the Ingredients in this Banana Hair Mask

We shall be using ripe banana, yogurt, coconut milk and almond oil in this banana hair mask I’m sure you have most of these ingredients in your house right now! 

💛 Banana

Applying lump-free banana puree or banana baby food helps condition your hair, making it soft and manageable. It also helps repair hair that is frizzy and looks & feels damaged. 

💛 Yogurt 

Plain thick yogurt or even Greek yogurt should be used. Yogurt is full of creamy fat that helps nourish and moisturize hair from the roots to the tips. It adds a lustrous sheen to dry and dull looking hair. Just like bananas, yogurt acts as a natural hair conditioner. 

It also contains protein, which is needed for strong hair that doesn’t easily break or get split ends. 

💛 Almond Oil

Rich in Vitamin E, almond oil is known to be one of the best oils for damaged hair. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. It seals the hair cuticles, preventing moisture loss. Using it regularly helps maintain hair shine and lusciousness.

💛 Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is another wonderful natural ingredient for damaged hair. It is full of fatty acids that feed damaged lack-luster hair and make it vibrant again. 

It contains a lot of Vitamin E as well, a nutrient known for revitalizing dull damaged hair.

Just like the other ingredients, coconut milk also softens and conditions hair naturally.

DIY Banana Hair Mask for Damaged Hair 

What you need 

• 1 ripe banana 
• 1 cup aloe vera juice (where to get it)
• ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (where to get it)
• 2 tablespoons sweet almond oil (where to get it)
• ¼ cup plain full fat yogurt or Greek yogurt (where to get it)
• High speed blender (where to get it)
• Plastic mesh strainer (where to get it) or cheese cloth (where to get it)
• Medium-sized bowl
• Applicator brush (where to get it)

Directions 

1. Break the ripe banana in half and add it to the high speed blender together with 1 cup of pure aloe vera juice. Blend the two ingredients till completely smooth and no lumps can be seen. 
2. Next, using a cheese cloth or plastic strainer, strain the banana puree into a medium-sized bowl to get a smooth liquid without any lumps whatsoever.
3. Next, add the yogurt, coconut milk and almond oil into the strained banana puree. 
4. Once mixed, your DIY banana hair mask for damaged hair is ready! 

How to Apply this DIY Banana Hair Mask 

You can apply this DIY banana hair mask on dry hair or wet hair – your call. I prefer dry hair. 

1. Go over a sink in front of a mirror to avoid making a mess. 
2. Make partitions of your hair. 
3. Scoop the banana hair mask using an applicator brush and apply it on your entire scalp. 
4. Next, use what’s remaining to coat your hair length and ends. Focus slathering the hair mask on your damaged length and ends.
5. Cover your hair and scalp with a shower cap. 
6. Leave it on to work its magic for 30-40 minutes.
7. Rinse it off very well using COLD water. Hot water may cook the bananas and leave you with cooked bits in your hair. Funny but true story. 
8. Once your hair is rid of the banana hair mask, wash it with shampoo as usual. I recommend using a natural shampoo targeted at damaged hair (where to get one)
9. You’ll find that there will be no need to even use conditioner because your hair will feel so soft and tangle-free! 
10. Repeat this DIY banana hair mask at least once a week. 

Natural Hair Supplement for Damaged Hair 

There are many factors that cause dryness, damage and breakage to your locks. In addition to using this DIY banana hair mask, make sure to eat foods containing healthy omega 3 fatty acids, biotin, Vitamin E, Vitamin C and more. 

Most of us can’t get these nutrients properly from our diets because of a busy schedule. For that reason, it’s great to get yourself a bottle of hair vitamins! 

Hair Health Growth Vitamins with Biotin & Keratin – 60 Veggie Capsules. Extra Strength Supplement for Longer Stronger Hair, Skin & Nails. For Damaged, Thinning, Hair Loss, Faster Regrowth, Women & Men

Hello Lovely Hair Vitamins Gummies with Biotin 5000 mcg Vitamin E & C Support Hair Growth, Premium Vegetarian, Non-GMO, for Stronger, Beautiful Hair & Nails, Red Berry Supplement – 60 Gummy Bears

I can’t wait for you to try this DIY banana hair mask and witness your hair turn lively and lush again! Good luck xx