Scalp Benefits
Aloe vera may support and improvescalp health.
Then, decide whether to treat the scalp and hair as a short-term mask or a leave-in treatment.
If your locks feel extra dry, add a few drops ofcoconut oilor a comparable alternative for added hydration.
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From there, shampoo the solution out and rinse thoroughly as usual.
Experts generally recommend using an aloe vera hair treatment once a week for best results.
Aloe vera juice diluted with water can be used daily as a spritz.
Pure aloe vera gel can be used weekly as a hair mask to hydrate calm scalp skin.
Experts recommend doing a skin spot test with aloe vera before applying it to the scalp and hair.
Research shows that topical app of aloe vera is likely effective for healing burns and helping other skin conditions.
Oral natural remedies, like supplements taken by mouth, may be used simultaneously as a topical aloe vera.
However, more scientific evidence is needed to confirm these potential benefits.
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