Coconut milk softens and conditions without weighing hair down, and only takes minutes to make into a conditioner spray. This DIY leave-in conditioner recipe has gotten rave reviews from our readers!
How To Make Leave In Conditioner Using Canned Coconut Milk
Start by adding the essential oils (if you're using them) to the coconut milk and whisking together thoroughly.
Add the water and whisk again.
Pour the mixture into a 2 ounce spray bottle. See the section below for how to use your homemade leave in conditioner.
Store in the refrigerator. Because it doesn’t contain any preservatives, I make small batches and use within about a week.
Note: To save the rest of the coconut milk for future batches, use an ice cube tray to freeze it in 1 tablespoon increments.
How To Make Leave In Conditioner Using Homemade Coconut Milk
After straining the coconut milk as described here, whisk it together with the essential oils (if using).
Add the water to the coconut milk and whisk again.
Place mixture in the fridge for a couple of hours. As it cools a thin layer of cream will harden on the top.
Remove mixture from the fridge, give it a whir in the blender, and then pour it into a spray bottle. See the next section for how to use your homemade leave in conditioner.
Store in the refrigerator. Because it doesn’t contain any preservatives, I make small batches and use within about a week.
How To Use Leave In Conditioner
Shake the bottle well, then spritz the the conditioner on clean, damp hair. Use your hands, a comb or a brush to distribute it evenly.
Notes
Because this recipe doesn't contain a preservative I keep it in the fridge and use it within a week. When the mixture chills (as it will in the fridge) the coconut milk can separate from the water.If the coconut milk used was store-bought it will typically mix back together when shaken.If homemade coconut milk is used I suggest chilling the mixture and then blending it before pouring it in the bottle. After that it should stay pretty well dispersed. Tried this recipe? Mention @mommypotamus or tag #mommypotamus!