The Best Easy and Natural Hair Mask for Frizzy Hair

This is the hair mask for frizzy hair that I have been searching for my entire life! The best part is that you can make it at home with simple, natural ingredients. This hair mask DIY recipe has become a staple for my frizzy hair because it reduces frizz, adds moisture back to the hair, and lasts for weeks. If you have tried many products that don’t seem to work, then this is the hair mask for frizzy hair you need to make!

This hair mask is packed with nourishing ingredients, with a multitude of benefits for taming frizz and restoring your hair’s natural beauty.

how does a hair mask work for frizzy hair

Frizzy hair can be a common problem, especially for people with thick, wavy, or curly hair. Weather conditions such as heat, humidity, and dryness, the styling products you use, and the type of hair you have can all contribute to your frizzy hair. A hair mask for frizzy hair works as a deep conditioning treatment that nourishes, protects, and repairs your hair once and for all.

Nourishment: Hair masks work for frizzy hair because they bring intense moisture into the hair shaft. This DIY hair mask contains different carrier oils and essential oils to hydrate the hair from deep within to create smooth, healthy, and more importantly frizz-free hair.

Protection: Hair masks also help to protect your hair from future damage. This hair mask uses natural ingredients to create barriers on your hair stands. With these barriers in place, your hair is less likely to continue to be frizzy. 

Improved Manageability: Regular use of hair masks softens the texture of your hair, making it easier to style and reducing breakage caused by combing through knots.

Repair: If your hair has been damaged by heat, styling, or hair treatments or just needs some extra TLC, a hair mask can help repair it.  The simple ingredients in this recipe can help reduce fizziness as well as improve the overall health of your hair including hair breakage or dull hair.

Boost Shine: Frizz-free hair naturally reflects more light. Hair masks often restore the natural oils your hair craves, resulting in a glossy, head-turning finish.

hair mask natural ingredients

Using natural ingredients in a hair mask can work wonders for frizzy hair, offering nourishment without harsh chemicals. Here are the best simple ingredients included in this DIY hair mask recipe to tame frizz and restore smoothness:

Sweet almond oil is so great for your hair since it’s naturally rich in vitamin A and vitamin E and antioxidants. Plus it soothes and nourishes the hair strands for the overall health of your hair. In this recipe, the sweet almond oil adds a much-needed lightweight layer of moisture to this hair mask. The sweet almond oil doesn’t weigh hair down, making it ideal for restoring natural shine and gloss to dull hair. It also seals in moisture and smooths the hair cuticle, reducing flyaways and frizz. Combined with a heavier-weight oil like coconut oil, this makes a beautifully balanced hair mask for frizzy hair.

Sweet almond oil also really great for your skin for the same reasons. My Sweet Almond Bentonite Clay Face Mask and DIY Face Serum are some of my favorite natural skincare recipes that also use sweet almond oil.

Coconut oil plays a key role in this recipe, as it’s a natural hair moisturizer that provides more intense conditioning. It acts to smooth down the hair, reducing frizz while promoting shiny hair. Deeply hydrates and locks in moisture. Its fatty acids penetrate the hair shaft, reducing dryness and frizz.

The downside of coconut oil is that it can weigh down your hair since the oil is heavy. This is why combining coconut oil with sweet almond oil creates a perfect combination to combat frizzy hair. Using high-quality, organic coconut oil is preferable so that it can be slightly melted down to mix in with the other ingredients.

Essential oils take this hair mask for frizzy hair up to another level. They really make it seem like you bought it from a store instead of simply making it at home. There are certain essential oils that are better for different hair types and different conditions. The best essential oils for frizzy hair are included below so you can choose the ones you want to use in this recipe.

Looking for a hair mask oil substitute? You can also use jojoba oil, argan oil, olive oil, avocado oil, or castor oil in your hair mask recipe.

Do you also struggle with dry scalp?  You are going to want to make this Homemade Hair Mask for Dry Scalp too!  It’s amazing at soothing the scalp, nourishing your hair, relieving an itchy scalp, and adding moisture back to the scalp. Often time I will use them both at the same time!

essential oils for frizzy hair

Adding essential oils to a hair mask can amplify its benefits, especially for managing frizzy hair. Essential oils are natural, aromatic plant extracts with powerful properties that target dryness, smooth frizz, and promote overall hair health. Here are the top benefits of incorporating essential oils into your hair mask for frizzy hair:

how to make a hair mask for frizzy hair

First, the 2 tablespoons of coconut oil need to be just barely melted but not hot. To soften your coconut oil, place it in a glass bowl and microwave for 5-10 second increments, making sure to check on it each time.

Once the coconut oil is melted, add 4 tablespoons of sweet almond oil to the small bowl. Mix well to combine.

Add 30 drops of essential oils (see above for essential oil blend inspiration) to the coconut oil and sweet almond oil mixture. Stir to combine.

For best results, put the hair mask in the fridge for 1-2 hours before using, checking every 30 minutes so it doesn’t solidify before you can use it. Putting the hair mask in the fridge will allow it to thicken in a smooth paste for easier application. This DIY hair mask makes enough for multiple uses, so I recommend storing it in a 4oz glass mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. 

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how to use your homemade hair mask

After making your hair mask for fizzy hair, it’s best to prep your hair by brushing or combing hair gently to remove any tangles before applying the mask. Next, you will want to apply the mixture to dry hair, focusing on the ends and any particularly frizzy areas. I recommend applying the hair mask from around eye level all the way down to the ends. You can apply the hair mask to your roots as well especially if you have a dry or itchy scalp.

You can wrap your hair with a shower cap, plastic wrap, or a warm towel. This traps heat and allows the mask to penetrate deeper, however, this step is optional.

Leave the hair mask on for a minimum of 15 minutes and up to 2 hours. For most people leaving the hair mask on for 30 minutes to an hour will provide great results for less frizzy, healthy hair. I highly recommend using either a large hair clip or making a bun to keep the hair off your clothes to prevent staining while using the hair mask. 

Lastly, make sure to shampoo your hair very well and rinse thoroughly. Repeat shampooing if needed and rinse with warm water. You can use conditioner after shampooing, but you may find your hair doesn’t need it after the hair mask. Brush and style your hair as desired.

how often should you use a hair mask

How often you use this hair mask is going to depend on your hair type and your hair’s health. Most people see the benefits of using a hair mask once a week or every other week to reduce frizz and increase healthy hair. Keep in mind that this is a deep conditioning treatment designed to nourish, protect, and repair your fizzy hair. 

You may need to use the hair mask for frizzy hair more often at first (depending on your hair issues), and then reduce your schedule to 1-2 times per month in your hair care routine. It may also depend on the weather, such as heat, humidity, dryness, and other environmental factors for how often you use the hair mask. With regular use, your hair will be healthier, shinier, and way less frizzy!

Best Essential Oils for Healthy Hair

• Lavender: frizzy hair, overall hair health, growth & scalp
• Rosemary: growth and thickness, frizzy hair
• Peppermint: hair growth and shininess
• Geranium: frizzy hair, reduced oil production 
• Roman Chamomile: moisturizing, overall hair health
• Cedarwood: oily hair, scalp and hair growth 
• Ylang-ylang: scalp, hair texture, and breakage
• Copaiba: dandruff relief and greasy hair
• Tea Tree: hair growth and dandruff
• Lemongrass: dandruff
• Clary Sage: brittle hair, breakage, and frizz

how to store your DIY hair mask

The best way to store your DIY hair mask is in the refrigerator and in a glass mason jar. As with all recipes using essential oils, glass is always the best choice with a tight-fitting lid. The hair mask will thicken in the fridge, making it so much easier to apply to your hair. It’s a good idea to take the hair mask out of the fridge 10-15 minutes before using it so it’s not too solid. Storing the hair mask in the fridge also extends the life of your hair mask to 6 months.

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• Hair Butter Recipe for Natural Hair
• Kids Detangler Spray DIY
• Sweet Almond Bentonite Clay Mask
• Homemade Lip Scrub for Dry Lips

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