In the 1950s, hair treatments made from mayonnaise were popular. The benefits of mayonnaise as a hair treatment is that it conditions the hair deeply. In the 1970s, the ingredient returned, in hair rinses and herbal shampoos, and was used for both men and women.
During the 1950s, it was common to use mayonnaise from a commercial product, although mayonnaise can be made from home using olive oil and egg yolks. Although there are different ways to make mayonnaise, using these two ingredients is the backbone of the hair product.
The benefits of mayonnaise as a hair treatment is that it helps condition the hair strands and protects it from the heat of the sun, the wind and all of the accumulated chemicals and alcohol from styling products and hair-sprays. These tend to dry out the hair and mayonnaise helps repair that damage.
In order to achieve the benefits of mayonnaise as a hair treatment, you first need to learn how to make it. In a large mixing bowl, mix the yoke of an egg and pour in ½ a cup of extra virgin olive oil. Mix it in the bowl, using a hand-blender for quickness, until mayonnaise is formed - which is noticeable by light, foamy peaks.
After cleaning and shampooing your hair, massage the mayonnaise through your hair and cover it with a plastic bag. The full benefits of using mayonnaise as a hair treatment are found after leaving it on your hair for around 20 minutes before rinsing it off.
If you prefer not to make your own mayonnaise, use a ¼ cup of mayonnaise from a store. Both provide the same benefits of using mayonnaise as a hair treatment.
The benefits of mayonnaise as a hair treatment comes from the protein in the egg, which is normally found in commercial conditioners. The protein clings to the hair strand and fills any gaps or breaks, making it look fuller and shinier at the same time.
Some hair conditioners can irritate the skin and eyes due to the use of chemical compounds. These chemicals are called quarternary such as cetrimonium bromide, benzalkonium chloride and quarternium 18. Not only does using mayonnaise save you money, but the benefits of mayonnaise as a hair treatment are very high and there are no chemicals being used.
If however, you are allergic to olive oil or eggs, do not use mayonnaise on your hair. Instead, you could try jojoba oil with lavender. Essential oils are extracted from plants, flowers and herbs, and they can be bought from online stores and health stores.
