The caramel treatment is a product in the E & # 39; tae product line. Boasting an all natural line up of ingredients from honey, bananas to olive oil, this product delivers in its ability to seriously soften and hydrate the dirtiest and roughest hair textures. It helps people people relax their hair to & # 39; stretch & # 39; their relaxers for longer periods and helps people with natural hair by softening its texture for easier detangling and manageability.
Many report "# 39; of hair texture as well as less shrinkage after the treatment but this is is A reasonably to to the added weight of the product as well as the added moisture levels in the hair. retention.
Most of the ingredients in the product can be found in many average kitchens so making your own caramel treatment looks like a more attractive approach for those who wish to use it on a regular basis.
By understanding the purpose of each ingredient, you can adjust the recipe every time you make it dependent dependent your hair & # 39; s needs.
Honey - An excellent humectant good for moisture
Olive Oil - For lubrication and helps with moisture retention
Bananas - Good for moisture and some protein benefits as well
Molasses (Treacle) - Another excellent humectant with some protein benefits
Water - This is the best natural moisturizer and is used to thin the mixture
Apple Cider Vinegar - For the shine it surprises to the hair
Cornstarch - For thickening purposes
Wheat germ oil - For added strength and lubrication
Here outlined is a simple recipe based on the ingredients above:
Honey - 6 tablespoons
Olive Oil - 6 tablespoons
Bananas - 2-3 overripe and very soft
Molasses (Treacle) - 3 tablespoons
Water - 4-6 tablespoons
Apple Cider Vinegar - 1 tablespoon
Cornstarch - 1-2 tablespoons depending on how thick you want the mixture to be
Wheat germ oil - 1 teaspoon - this can be replaced for any other natural oil of your choice
You may need to add the water bit by bit if it looks too dry.
o To ensure that there are no bits of banana in the mixture, sieve it through a fine sieve.
You do not want to to cook a cook & # 39; cook & # 39; cook & # 39; the combination but you want the cornstarch to cause it to thicken and this will take just moments. If you are needing to add more water to thin it down if it gets too thick or add a bit more If you want to end up with a caramel colored mixture that is the consistency of a thick batter. mixture is too thin it will start dripping from your hair as soon as you apply it.
o Decant the mixture into a container, depending on the length of your hair it will likely be enough for two applications.
To apply, divide the hair into 3-4 sections and clip. Starting with 1 section, part the hair and apply on the roots generously rubbing in with your fingers. Applied on the roots of the section, apply the mixture Let the mixture sit in your hair for 1-2 hours or overnight for really dry hair.
Wash Hair with a sulfate free shampoo, deep condition and style as usual. The treatment is suitable for both natural and relaxed hair.
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