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Are you a fan of natural remedies and natural beauty recipes? Perhaps you're <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/beauty-health/7-ingredients-you-should-avoid-in-beauty-products-skincare-makeup/6j3hxl9">taking a break from the chemicals</a> and want something mild and natural for your scalp and hair. We have collected three recipes to make the best hair masks using bananas and a few home supplies. Read on to find out how to make each, to avoid a mess and what it accomplishes.

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Martha Kemigisha

Bananas are an excellent source of fibre, antioxidants, and potassium, among other nutrients. Studies have linked banana consumption to various health benefits, including better digestion, heart health, healthy kidney function, and more.

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However, a lesser-known fact is that bananas can do wonders for your hair too. Experts say applying a banana mask can boost the texture of your hair and make it stronger, thicker and glossier through a couple of ingredients.

<h3>Bananas are packed with hair boosting ingredients</h3>

For example; bananas contain silica, a natural compound that helps your body to synthesise collagen which is essential for building keratin, the protein that makes up the hair.

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Collagen can also help strengthen the hair roots and prevent hair follicle damage and greying. In addition, the antimicrobial properties of bananas can help heal flaky and dry scalps, which in turn helps fight dandruff.

The potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, magnesium, and protein in bananas promote hair nourishment.

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Here are some DIY banana hair mask recipes to pamper your hair in the comfort of your home.

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This mask improves hair growth, moisturises dry hair, and makes your tresses glossier.

<ol><li>Take 2 ripe bananas, 1 fresh egg, 2 teaspoons of honey</li><li>Beat up the mixture to make a smooth paste</li><li>If you can't bear the eggy smell, add a few drops of fragrant essential oil like lavender, orange or lemon</li><li>Apply on the hair length using a brush</li><li>Let it stay for 20 minutes and wash it with shampoo</li></ol>

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This mask is great for keeping your hair hydrated and also to improve elasticity. The antioxidants in honey can condition your scalp, and speed up healing of dry and irritated skin. This mask can also help minimise or get rid of dandruff.

<ol><li>Mash 2 ripe bananas with a fork and add 2 tablespoons of honey to it</li><li>Mix it well until you get a smooth paste</li><li>Now, slightly dampen your hair and apply this mixture to it</li><li>Cover your head with a shower cap and let it stay for half an hour</li><li>Rinse off with lukewarm water before using a hair conditioner</li></ol>

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This mask can repair damaged hair and control frizz thanks to its high silica content.

<ol><li>Blend one ripe banana and add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil until no lumps are there</li><li>Apply this paste all over the hair using a brush</li><li>Cover with a shower cap and leave it for 20 minutes</li><li>Rinse off with lukewarm water</li></ol>

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<h2>Banana, papaya and honey hair mask</h2>

This protein-rich hair mask can make your hair strong and shiny.

<ol><li>Take one ripe banana, 4-5 cubes of ripe papaya, and 2 teaspoons of honey</li><li>Mix all these ingredients well to form a smoothie</li><li>Apply the mix all over the hair and scalp</li><li>Cover it with a cap and leave it for a few minutes</li><li>Wash with lukewarm water and then shampoo</li></ol>

Hair mask recipes: 4 easy-to-make masks from yellow bananas

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