Every woman wants to have smooth and silky hair. Short or long, curly or straight—shiny hair always gives a good impression.
The outer layer of healthy hair contains natural oil to keep it moist and shiny. When this layer is damaged, your hair will look dull, unhealthy and dry.
Some of the factors that contribute to dull hair are illness, nutritional deficiencies, use of harsh hair care products, not using a good conditioner, over exposure to sun, frequent use of hair dyes, age, excessive stress, high mineral content in the water, chlorine in swimming pools and use of heating tools.
Soft and shiny hair takes a bit of effort. Proper hair care is the only way for both men and women to get shiny, silky and smooth hair.
Most of us use numerous branded conditioners, shampoos and serums to add a beautiful shine to our hair. But over time, these products can do more harm than good. Instead of using commercial products, you can try some simple and natural remedies to make hair smooth and shiny.
Here are the top 10 home remedies for shiny hair.
1. Eggs
Eggs are perhaps one of the best ingredients to provide nourishment and shine to your hair in minutes. Being a good source of protein, fatty acids and lecithin, eggs help repair damaged and dull hair by adding moisture and shine. Eggs also help make your hair strands strong and thick.
- Mix one egg white and one tablespoon each of olive oil and honey until you get a smooth paste. Apply this paste on damp hair and scalp. Cover your head with a shower cap for about 30 minutes. Then wash your hair with a mild shampoo and cool water.
- Beat two eggs until you get a foamy texture. Mix in two tablespoons of almond oil and one-half cup of yogurt. Apply this mixture on your hair and scalp. Cover with a shower cap for 30 minutes and then shampoo your hair with cool water.
Follow either of these egg treatments once a week to get soft and shiny hair.
Note: Never rinse your hair with hot water after using an egg mask. Hot water will clot the egg and it will be very difficult to wash it out of your hair.
2. Beer
Beer works as an excellent hair tonic. The proteins (hops and malt) in beer help repair damaged hair cuticles and provide nourishment to hair follicles. This in turn adds luster and shine to your hair.
- Wash your hair with shampoo and then apply flat beer from the root to the ends.
- Massage the beer thoroughly into your scalp using circular motions.
- Allow it to sit for about five minutes and then rinse it off.
- Follow this remedy once every two weeks.
3. Coconut Oil
To get shiny hair, it is important to provide nourishment by applying oil to your hair regularly. Coconut oil (organic and unrefined) is one of the best options. It helps restore moisture to dry and damaged hair, in turn making it shiny and healthy.
- Apply warm coconut oil on your hair, from the root to the ends. Massage for a few minutes and then wrap your hair in a shower cap or towel for at least 30 minutes. Rinse your hair with water, then shampoo and condition like normal.
- Another option is to add a few curry leaves to two tablespoons of coconut oil. Heat it until warm. When cool, massage the oil gently onto the scalp and hair. Cover with a warm towel for 30 minutes and then wash with a mild shampoo.
Follow either of these remedies once or twice a week, depending on your hair condition.
You can also use olive oil, castor oil, or almond oil and follow the same process.
4. Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise has amino acids, protein and antioxidants that will make your hair strong, soft, healthy and shiny.
- Use one-half to one cup of full-fat mayonnaise, as needed for your hair length.
- Apply it on freshly washed, damp hair.
- Cover your hair with a shower cap for at least 30 minutes.
- Thoroughly wash your hair using cold water and a mild shampoo.
- Repeat this remedy on a weekly basis to enjoy hydrated and shiny hair.
5. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a fabulous hair conditioner that can make your hair soft, shiny and moisturized. It also helps remove built-up residue that makes your hair look dull and lifeless. Plus, it can help treat dandruff, itchy scalp and frizzy hair.
- Mix together equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. After shampooing, pour the mixture into your hair and massage it onto your scalp. Let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing thoroughly with cold water.
- Alternatively, mix two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and the juice of one lemon in one cup of water. Use this mixture as a final hair rinse after shampooing.
Use these remedies only once a week.
6. Avocado
Avocado contains nutrients that will deeply moisturize and nourish your hair. This in turn will make your hair smooth and shiny. Avocado is also extremely good for dry and damaged hair.
- Mix one mashed ripe avocado with two tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil. Apply this mixture on damp hair, from the roots to the ends. Cover with a shower cap for 30 minutes. Finally, rinse and shampoo your hair as usual.
- You can also mash one ripe avocado and one ripe banana together. Mix in one-half tablespoon of almond oil. Massage this paste onto your scalp and spread it all over your hair. Cover your head with a shower cap for 30 minutes or more. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and then shampoo your hair.
Follow either of these remedies once or twice a week, depending on the condition of your hair.
7. Honey
Honey is another effective home remedy for shiny hair. It is a natural humectant that draws in and retains moisture in your hair. This helps make your hair soft and shiny.
- Mix two tablespoons of honey in two cups of warm water. Put the mixture in a spray bottle. After shampooing, spray this solution on your hair. Slowly massage it onto your scalp for five minutes and leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse it out with warm water. Use this treatment once a week.
- You can even mix some honey with your regular hair conditioner once or twice a week.
8. Aloe Vera
Aloe vera gel is good for your hair due to its moisturizing property. It also has antioxidants, vitamins and other compounds that support healthy hair. Plus, aloe vera gel can reduce dandruff and combat frizz.
- Prepare a paste with four tablespoons of aloe vera gel, two tablespoons of coconut oil and three tablespoons of yogurt. Apply this paste on damp hair and leave it on for about 30 minutes. Rinse it out with lukewarm water.
- Alternatively, grind a few hibiscus flowers to make a thick paste. Mix in one-half cup of aloe vera gel and one teaspoon of olive oil. Apply the mixture on your hair and leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes. Wash your hair as usual.
Use either of these remedies once or twice a week.
9. Yogurt
Yogurt works as a deep conditioner and hence it helps make your hair soft, smooth and shiny. Plus, it has natural antibacterial and antifungal properties due to its high lactic acid content that helps to keep your scalp clean and free from infections.
- Brush out your hair well with a wide-tooth comb.
- Spread some plain yogurt all over your hair.
- Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it on for 30 minutes.
- Rinse it out with lukewarm water and then shampoo and condition your hair as usual.
- Use this hair treatment once a week.
10. Gelatin
Gelatin can also make your hair smooth, soft and shiny. It has hydrolyzed protein that helps treat damaged hair. Plus, it adds silky smoothness to your hair and makes it extra shiny.
- Stir one tablespoon of gelatin in one cup of warm water until it dissolves completely.
- Mix in one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and a few drops of lavender essential oil.
- Apply the mixture on your hair and scalp.
- Leave it on for 10 minutes.
- Rinse it out with lukewarm water.
- Follow this remedy once a week.
Additional Tips
- Look closely at the labels of your hair care products before you purchase and use them. Try to use hair care products with natural and organic ingredients. Avoid non-organic styling chemicals as much as possible.
- Avoid too many sessions with the straightener.
- Be gentle with your hair while brushing or combing. Avoid brushing wet hair as it causes damage.
- Let your hair dry naturally after washing.
- Do not shampoo too often. It can dry out your hair.
- Condition your hair regularly to nourish, moisturize and protect it from splitting.
- Trim off split ends to prevent them from spreading up the hair strands.
- Don’t overexpose your hair to sun, as it will dry it out.
- Eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of water.
Thank you for ur wonderful temedies they really work.And r very easy too.My hair now just looks fab!
thank u
Hi, great that this works on you. But which one did you use? I am new and I want to try it but I don’t know which works the best. Thank you 🙂
I have tried egg musk and coconut oil.. This both r really good. U can try any one..
Two months ago my hair started falling too much. I tried the eggs+almond oil+curd remedy. Now everybody gives me compliments for my shiny and beautiful hair. Thanks a lot for such a good advice.
what is the ratio of egg, almond oil and curd that you used…
Mini Josh,also what works great is purple onion and honey blended together for hair growth you will see The results in 2-3 weeks
Mini is it really true
In monthly how many times we can apply this…only egg white or yellow also
My hair growth bcome long,shiny,
I haven’t tried it on but I guess it will work
Thanks for your information
Your suggetions are very useful thank you vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvery much
A very useful information and suggestions… Lots of thanks
With regards
Sunita
thanks for to give useful remedies……….
thank you vry much.
Heyyy I m surprized my naME is also CANDY
Thank you vvvvvvvvvery much
Your comments are all nice
…but could u in particular please suggest something for thinning of hair.
I always had beautiful thick hair since childhood but lately my hair has started thinning yo such.an extent that its scaring.me n I can.hardly make a ponytail.please help.
Check that you don’t have vitamin & mineral deficiency, are you eating enough protein? Are you eating fresh green vegetables & fruits? Are you stressed about something? You need to ask yourself these questions.
Also it could be your thyroid. You could have hypothyroidism, that is a symptom of the condition.
i like your comments thanks
Have you asked your doctors if have low iron hun. i had low ferretin linked to iron levels
All of that along with healthy nutrition and lifestyle.
you should apply olive oil and coconut oil or else it will ruin your hair , i was also in this problem but since i applied oil i have get rid of this . oil is like food for your hair hope it will get better
You could take hair,skin,and nails vitamina also purple onion and honey are great for hair growth
Thank u vry much
Hey Fariha Amir, just scroll on down and you will find a remedy with onion juice and honey for a hair loss treatment. I haven’t tried it but it sounds great.
onion which helps to growth of hair naturally my mother just applied onion juice in bold part of head seriously after some days i saw the result
Thank u very much
Thank you much.
It’s really very interesting to try the home redemies thanks once again. Lilly.
thnku .i wil try
Ok will try
thanx a lotz……
Wow . I can not wait to try on this on my hair
Thnx for ur all fruitful suggestions. I like this site very much.
I have a question. U mentioned apple cider vinegar. But it posses s stingy smell. For dat I can’t use it. Is all apple c vinegar have that smell n how can I remove?
Hello everyone,m using egg whhite with honey n believe me its really working……
Good to know about this article hope that will help my hair.
Thanx somuch
i like the idea of egg and honey . it is really helpful
Thanks for the usefull comments my hair is curly and short shall I use the beer for my hair
I try coconut oil tOday, I hOpe i will wOrk! 🙂 I’m so excited to have a smOoth and shiny hair.
Thank u so much.Now I am proud of my hair.
What a wonderful and easy steps thnxxxxx alot
Can somebody help where can I get cocoa nut oil.
In Walmart
U can get it in any near by cold store or in a supermarket
You can get coconut oil in :
Walmart
Costco
Bulk barn
And some general stores
Because most stores that sell food will sell coconut oil
thank u very much i will try it.
Thanks a lot for yr all fruitful tips.
Onion n honey really it works
You are precious cos I found my treatment hair Avocado plus olive oil thank you very much for ur wonderful remedy
Thanks..it realy helpd..
I tried coconut oil and egg..thnks 4 ur awxme sugestns..now i rely love my hair n i thnk ma b.f wil be impresed 🙂
Thnks it’s realy helpful. …bcz i tried
Egg protein is too large to enter the hair. It will add moisture from the omega 3. The hair like skin needs two sources of moisture from oil and water. Alovera will provide 9 times the amount of water moisture than water. Eating these foods helps the skin and hair also.
I applied egg & honey it works thanx
I tried egg & olive oil its awesome
i had recently dyed my hair chocolate brown, due to the dyeing there was a lot of hairfall but the egg white remedy worked wonders!!!
yes it worked now my hair is soft
I will try nd thnx all of uhh for giving me information I will try
TanQ.good tips
M very much confuse that my hair is too dry n everyone suggested egg but somebody told me egg yolk yellow part only and some said only white part so which one is useful for my dry hair.. Plz tell me
Sonal u r suppose to.use only egg whit becos my grand mom used to say that yock.mke hairs skicky n smell very bad ..n it not release from hair so easily …i suggest u to use only egg white
though my hair is dark and looks healthy but actually it is so dry and of course isn’t shiny at all. i dream for a long dark, smooth and shiny hair. I have read how bad shampoos which are sold in the market today and been trying to quit it (eventhough it is so difficult) and try more natural way. now i end up using baby shampoo and find my hair gets very rough. but recently i use virgin coconut oil first before hvg shampoo and it feels great. it takes time though before showing the maximum result. I think I’ll try to use egg tips to bring back its moisture and mk it shines.
honey and egg is the best option for shiny hair thanks
Egg smells horrible..
Though egg remedy is good bt d smell is jst unbearable..
Wht to do?
thank you so much your advice has given more smoothness and shineness to my hair!!!!
thank u so much 4 the information………..
Hmmm nice information
Thanks a lot for such a remmedys
me and my friend are both trying the coconut one right now. Hope it works!!?
Superb remedies…..
I just go full throttle and use avocado, milk, egg, mayo, garlic, cinnamon A.C.V., & natural oils at least once a week. I also keep my hair in braids even while washing and conditioning. I use peppermint and or Black soap as my designated shampoo.
Thanks for the tips
Hey Thank you for this wonderful help …I rely on one more hair remedy which does actually works wonder to my hair …
Add tea leaves to hot water and leave it for abt 2 mins den seperate the water ..to the water now add a tsp. Of glycerine, 2 tsp. Of curd and leave for 5 mins …
Den apply it on ur hair and leave for abt 30 mins..
Den rinse of with water…
And guyz believe me , your hair will seriously turn glossy,silky,less hairfall ..
I live this sooo much and do try it !
thanq soo much fr ur remedies..it works well
tips is very good
tips is very good
thnx for all these remedies…as such i hv nt triesd these remedies but reading 2 the other comments i hope that i will really really work…………..i jst hope so
Really It’s work On my hair My hair is so shiny And Soft
Damaged & dry hair. Looking for something easy & affordable other than all the expensive hair stuff out there.
I have read many of the suggestions & feedback on what people have tried. But which one is really the one that has worked for most people?
Feed back is appreciated!
Thnx!
These remedies are all natural. Nature fixes everything from roots, but always takes time. Egg, Aloe vera and Yogurt are the most easiest of all the remedies and effective too. Thanks alot for these remedies. 🙂
I like ur method but I want some more method to keep kair soft and shiny…………
Yes dear I must try eggs white with honey. But what’s measure tell me… Suffering dry damage hairs….
It’s really work(Egg, honey, curd, coconut oil)
M trying olive oil with egg white lets see how it will work.. This is my second time.. Who else are trying this same ??
if anything happens who will gurante ok i just try my best
Any substitutes for honey?
Hello!:)… there’s soo many good suggestions which are really helpful thanks v much!… just with the onion and honey mask for hair growth does it have to be a certain colour onion or doesn’t it matter?.. pls lmk:)
Thanks beth
will try white of an egg with honey.hope it gives shine to my hair
Someone suggested that using lemon juice mask for hair lightening is good. What if the lemon is fermented, does it then do damage?
I was wondering for the shampoo and conditioner is there a more natural/organic way of going to help these home remedies
Its not tough
Am vera i jux started with two egg yolks n two table spoon of olive oil.
Am praying it works fast