Sea Moss Recipes for Healthy Hair
Sea moss is a natural remedy for healthy hair and optimal growth because of its rich mineral and vitamin profile.
Today we’ll be highlighting the nutritional value of this wonderful red alga, and we’ll also let you in on some great hair gel recipes to try at home!
Sea Moss: Nutritional Profile
The nutrition value of 100 grams of sea moss is:
- Calories: 49
- Carbohydrate: 12.3 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Omega-3: 47.0 mg
- Omega-6: 2.0mg
- Sodium: 67.0 mg
- Vitamin A: 118 IU
- Vitamin C: 3.0 mg
- Vitamin E: 0.9 mg
- Vitamin K: 5.0 mcg
- Vitamin B: 60.1 mg
- Calcium: 72.0 mg
- Folate:182 mcg
- Iron: 8.9 mg
- Zinc: 1.95 mg
- Potassium 63.0 mg
- Water: 81 g
Sea Moss Hair Gel Recipes
Include these sea moss hair recipes in your daily healthcare regime to obtain its amazing benefits.
Recipe 1: Sea Moss Scalp Moisturizer
Ingredients:
- One Cup Dried Sea Moss
- Two Cups Water
Directions:
- In a clean bowl, mix one cup of dried sea moss with two cups of water. Store this mixture overnight.
- In the morning, strain the water from the sea moss.
- Blend the sea moss along with some fresh water to form a lump-free paste.
- Transfer this paste into a clean airtight container. Refrigerate and use when needed for up to one month.
How to Use:
- Preferably apply this gel at night before going to bed.
- Use a sufficient amount to cover all your hair. Cover the hair with a cap.
- Wash your hair in the morning with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner.
Recipe 2: Sea Moss Hair Styler Gel
Sea moss along with lavender or extra virgin coconut oil helps hair grow and feel soft and bouncy.
Ingredients:
- Half Cup Water
- Two Spoons Avocado Oil
- Two Spoons Lavender Oil
- Two Spoons Coconut Oil
- Three Spoons Sea Moss Gel
- Six to Eight Drops Lavender Essential Oil
Directions:
- Melt sea moss slowly and gently by placing it in a ceramic pot and submerging it in an outer pot containing boiling water.
- Add water, coconut oil, lavender oil, and avocado oil into the melted sea moss. Mix thoroughly making sure there are no lumps.
- Transfer this mixture into a clean airtight container and refrigerate for about one month.
How to Use:
- Use a sufficient amount to style your hair.
- Wash your hair in the morning with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner.
Note: If you have any serious scalp problems or diseases, please consult a doctor before using any such recipe.
Final Thoughts
Sea moss is highly beneficial for hair vitality and growth. It can help nourish the scalp and maintain its health.
If you want to try sea moss for luscious hair, visit our online store and pick something out today!
Sources:
Cicunsiao, A, Catarino, M, Cardoso, S, Silva, A. Minerals from Macroalgae Origin: Health Benefits and Risks for Consumers. Mar Drugs. 2018 Nov; 16(11): 400. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6266857/
