Glycerin – Discover Its Benefits For Your Hair!

Glycerin is the right ingredient to restore vitality to dry and damaged hair. It works perfectly as a preparation moisturizing strands that undergo frequent dyeing, drying or straightening treatments.

Have you ever heard of something like glycerin ? Do you know what this substance is and what benefits does it provide to our hair and skin?

Well, glycerin is a liquid element of natural origin with a viscous and colorless consistency. It is usually used as one of the ingredients in body care cosmetics, as well as in the production of soap.

However, did you know that glycerin is rich in several ingredients that contribute to a good looking skin and hair? You will learn about them later in the article.

Glycerin and your hair

No matter what type of hair or features you have, glycerin offers many benefits. There is no doubt that this ingredient will deeply moisturize them and give them a healthy glow.

However, the best results are visible especially on excessively dry and delicate hair. Such strands are particularly prone to breakage and split ends. So let’s get to know the benefits that glycerin provides to our hair!

The benefits of glycerin

Glycerin has countless benefits:

• It repairs split ends as it deeply moisturizes the hair from root to tip.
• It stimulates hair growth as it stimulates the work of hair follicles.
  
• It facilitates detangling and therefore makes the hair easier to care for.
• Eliminates frizz, making it easier to control the hairstyle.
• It solves dandruff problems and also improves the condition of the scalp.

• Combats excessive dryness and moisturizes both the hair and scalp.

How to use glycerin?

You can use glycerin in several ways. In this article, we’re going to show you some great recipes for keeping your hair healthy.

Moisturizing mask

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable glycerin (15 ml)
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil (16 g)
• Tablespoon of honey (25 g)

Preparation and application

• First, combine the ingredients in a suitable container until you get a uniform paste.
• Apply the mixture to damp hair and leave it on for 20 minutes.
• After the indicated time, rinse with cold water for the best effect and maximum shine.
• It is best to use this mask at least twice a week.

Glycerin conditioner

Ingredients

• ½ cup of glycerin (125 ml)
• 2 tablespoons of hair conditioner (preferably unscented) (30 ml)

• 2 ½ glasses of water (625 ml)

Preparation and application

• Mix the ingredients in a container and combine them so that you get a not too thick mass.
• Before using it, wash your hair as usual. Mix the conditioner once more and then apply it to your hair.
• While there is no problem with using it every day, it is not recommended to overuse it.
  

Healthy mask

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of glycerin (15 ml)
• 4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel (60 g)

Preparation and application

• First, mix 4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel with a tablespoon of glycerin.
• Stir until you get a thick but smooth mixture.
• Then apply the mixture to the entire surface of wet hair. You can also massage it into the scalp.
• Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse with plenty of warm water.

Glycerine-chamomile shampoo

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of vegetable glycerin gel (30 ml)
• 2 cups of water (500 ml)
• 4 teaspoons of powdered chamomile tea (60 g)
• 4 tablespoons of unscented soap powder (60 g)

Preparation and application

• Heat the water and, after it boils, add the chamomile tea.
• Then add soap powder and glycerin gel. Stir with a wooden spoon and wait for it to cool.
• After the process is complete, the shampoo should be stored in a container in a cool and dry place.
• Use the same as your regular shampoo.