5 Simple And Natural Homemade Hairspray Recipes For You

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Back in the 60’s and the 70’s, when bouffant and sculpt hairstyles ruled the fashion scene, hairspray was the reason why the hair stood in place and obediently. However, as time passed by, hairspray became a reason for every hairstyle.

So here we are, telling you about how to make your own hairspray in five ways. These are simple and natural homemade hairspray recipes that can be made easily at home.

You may be thinking why should we make them when they can be bought easily? Let’s enlighten you first on that, and then show you the five recipes too. Please read on and be well-informed.

Why Make Your Own Hairspray?

Hair spray is a very popular hair grooming product, and most people use it to hold the hairstyle in place. You can apply it to dry or wet hair and get the look you want. But why do you want to use chemicals on a daily basis in the name of styling your hair? Don’t you know that the harshest of chemicals are used in creating hairsprays commercially? Some of the harmful products used are-

• Butane

• Ether and

• Polymers to name a few.

Let us make fashion and beauty, chemical free and stop using commercial hairsprays that contain plastic extracts, lubes and degreasers meant for engines, parts of insect repellents, refrigeration and propellant extracts, emulsifiers, flammable and fuel gas extracts, shellac and furniture finishers too. Not only your hair, but these chemicals enter your bloodstream too and can cause major health issues, skin issues and scalp and hair disorders too.

Disadvantages of commercial hairsprays are-

1. Loss of hair

2. Thinning of hair

3. Skin and throat irritation

4. Eyes and nose irritation

5. Drying of hair and skin

6. Organ damage

7. Pneumonia

8. Mucous membrane irritation

9. Toxin accumulation in the body, the organs and tissues

10. Brain degeneration

11. Carcinogenic attacks

12. Allergies and hives

13. Eczema

14. Blackheads

15. Skin diseases and more!

Do you want all of this happening to you? Obviously not and this is why we are here to now share with you the five homemade hairspray recipes that work wonders and are very safe for you to use on your hair. We guarantee no side effects at all!

DIY Hairspray Recipes:

Here are 5 Homemade Hairspray Recipes for You.

1. Simple and Easy Hairspray:

What you need:

• 2 tsps sugar

• 2 tbspsrubbing alcohol

• 6-8 drops essential oil

• 1/2 cup water

Directions:

1. Boil water and turn off the stove.

2. Now add 2 tsps. of sugar and stir it so that it gets dissolved in water completely.

3. Now add 2 tbsps. of rubbing alcohol and essential oil (as per your preference) to the water. The benefits of Lavender Oil are immense and we would suggest you use this as it also has an overwhelming fragrance.

How it works (Why these ingredients):

1. Sugar is a natural bonding agent when used in mist form. The solution also adds shine to hair.

2. Rubbing alcohol keeps the infection away from the hair and the scalp.

3. Essential oils used are antimicrobial which keeps the hair safe and protected.

4. Water helps keep the moisture retention in place.

2. Citrus-Lavender Hairspray:

What all you need:

• 1 whole orange (for dark hair) or lemon (for light hair)

• 2 cups distilled water

• 2-3 tablespoons high proof vodka

• 6-8 drops of lavender essential oil

Directions:

1. Cut the fruit into two

2. Combine its juice with two cups of water

3. Put it all in a small stainless steel pot

4. Boil over low heat

5. Reduce the content to half

6. Strain the liquid to have a cup

7. Cool the liquid for an hour

8. Combine the alcohol with the essential oils in another bowl

9. Add the boiled juice to this and stir

10. Pour into a spray bottle and use

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How it works (Why these ingredients):

1. The juice of lemon or orange has vitamin C in it to nourish the hair and the scalp

2. Lavender essential oil is antimicrobial which keeps the bacteria and infection away

3. Water is a hydrant for the hair and the scalp and helps retain moisture

4. Alcohol helps fight the bacteria away

3. Alcohol Free Hair Spray:

What all you need:

1. Sugar is a natural bonding agent that keeps and holds the hair in place when used in misty forms

2. Essential oils used are antimicrobial that keeps infection at bay and shines up the hair

3. Water helps with moisture retention and hydration of the hair and the scalp

4. Lemon Hair Spray:

What all you need:

• 1 lemon

• 2 cups water

• A pot

• Stovetop or hot plate

• A strainer

• An empty, clean spray bottle

Directions:

1. Cut the lime into slices

2. Place the slices in a shallow pot with water

3. Bring it to a boil on low heat and until half the content remains

4. Cool the lemon boiled water

5. Strain and place it in a clean spray bottle

6. Use as and when needed

How it works (Why these ingredients):

7. Lemons have vitamin C which help protect and nourish the hair follicles

8. Water is best for it helps retain moisture in the hair

Tip:

Use it in a week or else it would lose its strength and rot!

5. Aloe and Lavender Hair Spray:

What all you need:

• 1/4 cup Aloe vera juice

• 1/2 cup green tea

• 20 Drops of lavender essential oil

Directions:

1. In a small low shallow pan, boil the tea and strain it

2. Cool the tea and then add aloe vera juice

3. Add the essential oil drop by drop

4. Stir

5. Shift into a spray bottle

6. Use the next day

How it works (Why these ingredients):

1. Aloe vera is a natural hydrating agent and protects the hair from elements around

2. Green tea with its natural antioxidants help protect the scalp and the hair

3. Lavender oil is antimicrobial and helps protect the hair and the scalp

Tip:

DO NOT USE ALOE VERA GEL! This will make the spray sticky!

Now that we know how to make five different types of hair sprays at home, let’s learn about how to make your own hair detangler too. Here’s the recipe.

How To Make Homemade Hair Detangler:

Ingredients

• Hair conditioner

• A spray bottle

• Water

Directions:

1. Take a spray bottle and fill it with water until it’s 3/4th full

2. Now fill the rest of the bottle with your preferred hair conditioner

3. Shake it well so as to thoroughly mix conditioner with water

4. Voila! Your homemade detangler is ready. Now spray it on your hair and brush normally

Tips:

5. Always follow the recipe and the ingredient amounts to the T

6. Do not experiment with something you aren’t sure off

7. If the ingredients aren’t available, check for the best alternatives by asking the author who made them in the first place

8. Always wear gloves to keep your hands safe

9. Wear cotton clothing always since you would be around fire

10. Have patience and give the concoction the said amount of time to stir and mix

11. Use it sparingly and within the time frame where mentioned!

Considering the harsh and adverse side effects of the commercial hair sprays we have all the reasons to turn to these all natural homemade hairspray recipes. These super quick, easy, all natural and absolutely budget friendly homemade hair sprays will have you styling up your manes, guilt free on a regular basis. With some added effort of making them every two weeks you can achieve gorgeous hair with these effective homemade hairsprays. So lovelies aren’t you excited to try them? Don’t forget to share with us how these organic formulas worked on your manes.