Make hair mask of banana + castor oil + coconut milk Use almond oil + fermented rice water before head bath regularly
Best 3 Natural Alternatives for Coily Hair
1 Flaxseed + Aloe Gel Boil 2 tbsp flaxseeds → thick gel → mix 4 tbsp aloe + 1 tsp honey → apply wet hair → air-dry → stretched, frizz-free coils 5–6 days
2 Rice Water + Hibiscus Rinse Fermented rice water + crushed hibiscus + aloe → final rinse → amazing slip & shine
3 Avocado-Banana Mask (weekly) 1 avocado + 1 banana + ½ cup coconut milk → blend → 45 min → buttery-soft hair
Daily spray: aloe + glycerin + water Must: finger-detangle only when soaking wet + satin bonnet at night Do flaxseed weekly + avocado mask Sunday → perfect straight-moisturised coils in 2–3 weeks.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh
Hello I appreciate you sharing your concerns with me. As you can understand, coily hair is very dry and causes frizz and other problems, such as it is hard to manage and breaks easily. In this case, since you don’t use hair products regularly and have tried some natural remedies, the first step is to give your hair deep moisture + nourishment + some mild straightening alternatives that are safe and Ayurvedic to your hair.
✅AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING
Your symptoms express: 👉 Hair shaft with Vata dominance This is the reason for dryness, breakage, frizz, and shrinkage.
👉 Pitta involvement Causes the rough texture and imparts the shine.
👉 Kapha deficiency in hair roots Leading to the lack of natural oils and moisturizing ability.
Therefore you need nourishing, smoothening, non-chemical, gentle straightening alternatives.
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
Ayurvedic Alternatives to Multani Mitti for Straightening + Moisturising Coily Hair
👉Flaxseed Gel (Best Natural Straightener & Moisturiser) – Provides slip – Smoothens hair – Softens & lightly elongates coily hair – Natural heat-free straightening
How to use- Prepare the gel by boiling 2 tbsp flaxseeds in 1 cup water, straining after that, cooling, and putting it on your damp hair.
👉Banana–Coconut Milk Deep Conditioning Mask – Rich natural silica source –Smooths rough cuticles – Deep moisture for coily hair – Shrinkage is minimized
How to use: Mix 1 ripe banana + 3 tbsp coconut milk in blender. Apply 30–40 mins, wash with mild shampoo.
👉 Aloe Vera + Castor Oil Straightening Cream –Aloe smooths and conditions –Castor oil strengthens & slightly weighs down coils – Provides a mild straightening effect
How to use- Gel from aloe 2 tbsp + one tsp castor oil. On damp hair, apply as a leave-in.
👉 Rice Water Hair Rinse – Energizes – Decreases frizz – Makes hair more manageable and naturally elongated
How to use: Rinse with rice water put aside for fermentation 10–15 minutes before washing.
👉Fenugreek (Methi) Hair Pack –Increases slip – Reduces frizz –Imparts softness + light elongation
How to use: By soaking 2 tbsp methi overnight → grinding → mixing with aloe gel → applying 30 min.
✅ AYURVEDIC OILS FOR COILY HAIRS
👉Kanjiv Oil (Ayurvedic Straightening Oil) Improves texture and can be used for mild straightening.
👉Coconut + Castor Oil Blend 50:50 mix is - great for moisture + shine. 2–3 times a week, apply, let it sit for 30–60 min before washing.
✅Weekly Hair Care Routine (Simple & Effective)
Day 1 – Oil Massage Warm oil application + mild steam (towel).
Day 2 – Hydration Mask Banana or flaxseed gel.
Day 3 – Leave-In Moisture Aloe + castor mix.
Day 4 – Rice Water Rinse Before wash.
Day 5 – Rest No heavy products.
This cycle helps straighten coily hair naturally over 4–6 weeks.
These are safe, Ayurvedic-friendly and effective alternatives to Multani Mitti.
Warm regards, Dr Snehal Vidhate
Hi I am confused with day 3 and day 4, do you rinse after day 3 and when do you exactly suppose to wash your hair
In day 3 if you are not going out anywhere you can leave it whole day Otherwise you can just apply light coating for whole day
If not possible you can apply it in evening, retain overnight and wash it on 4th day
You can use pilgrim s hair shampoo n hair mask which will help you in straightening n meanwhile can use phlix hibiscus hair serum At home can make a mask of flax seed gel along with rice paste and Alovera gel apply n wash off after 20 minutes N make paste of onion Alovera gel curry leaves methi seeds along with curd n apply paste as a hair mask
Yes, Ayurveda offers several gentle alternatives for straightening and moisturizing coily hair beyond multani mitti. Oils like coconut, bhringraj, and sesame, herbal masks with aloe vera, hibiscus, fenugreek, and nourishing rinses with shikakai or amla can help soften, hydrate, and reduce frizz while supporting natural texture.
1. Moisturizing Oils - Coconut oil: Deeply penetrates the hair shaft, reducing protein loss and dryness. - Bhringraj oil: Traditionally used for strengthening roots and improving shine. - Sesame oil (Til taila): Warming, nourishing, and excellent for scalp massage. - Castor oil: Adds thickness and locks in moisture, especially for brittle ends.
2. Herbal Hair Masks - Aloe vera gel + hibiscus paste: Hydrates and smooths cuticles. - Fenugreek (methi) seeds soaked overnight, ground into paste: Adds slip, reduces tangling, and softens coils. - Banana + honey mask: Ayurvedic-inspired, rich in natural humectants for moisture retention.
3. Ayurvedic Straightening Approaches - Aloe vera + coconut milk pack: Known to relax curls slightly while moisturizing. - Rice water rinse: Strengthens hair and smooths cuticles. - Ayurvedic straightening creams (available commercially, often with herbal bases like keratin + plant extracts).
HELLO,
AYURVEDIC CONSTITUTION AND COILY HAIR In Ayurveda,hair texture is influenced by doshas (vata,pitta, kapha) -Coily/kinky hair is typically associated with vata dominanace -Vata qualitites= dry, rough, lightweight, Porus, easilytangled -When vata increases-> dryness. shrinkage, frizz, breakage, split ends
So Ayurveda focuses on -moisturising -softening -reducing roughness -increasing elasticity -strengthening roots -gentle detangling
WHY MULTANI MITTI IS NOT IDEAL FOR COILU HAIR Ayureda classifies Multani mitti as -drying, cooling and absorbant
While good for oily scalp, it removes natural oils. For coily hair- which is naturally prone to dryness- Multanimitti can cause -increased breakage -brittleness -loss of elasticity -hardness -excessive shedding So it’s best avoided on already dry or Type 4 hair
BETTER AYURVEDIC ALTERNATIVES FOR STRAIGHTENING MOISTURZING Ayurveda focuses on softening and loosening curls, improving manageability- not chemical straightening
1) COCONUT MILK + LEMON JUICE TREATMENT (natural straightening effect) =kapha nourishing, vata pacifying, oily, softening
BENEFITS= softens coil, adds slip, reduces shrinkage, gives a gentle straightening effect, hydrates deeply
HOW TO USE -1/2 cup coconut milk -1 tbsp lemon juice -1 tsp oil (coconut, sesame or castor) -warm slightly and apply -leave for 20-30 min -rinse
2) ALOE VERA GEL + WARM OIL MASK =cooling, moisturizing
BENEFITS -moisturizes, improves shine, enhances elasticity, helps loosen tight coil pattern slightly
HOW TO USE MIX -3 tbsp fresh aloe -2 tbsp warm sesame/coconut oil -1 tsp fenugreek powder apply weekly
3) FENUGREEK SEED GEL =strengthening, lubricating, hair nourishing
BENEFITS= extreme slip for detangling, defines curls while loosening them, deep hydration, , reduces shrinkage =soak2 tbsp methi overnight-> boil-> strain->use as gel or deep conditioner
4) BANANA + HONEYMASK =sweet,nourshing
BENEFITS= makes hair soft, smooth, slightly straightening effect, restores moisture
BELND= 1 ripe banana, 1-2 tsp honey,1 tbsp oil-> apply for 20-30 min
5) AYURVEDIA’S MOST RECOMMENDED OILS FOR COILY HAIR
A) COCONUT OIL coats the hair shaft-> reduces shrinkage-> softens curls
B) SESAME OIL =deeply mositurizing, heats and softens hair, improves flexibility
C) CASTOR OIL =enhances thickness, prevents breakage, helps detangle oily hair easily
D) BRAHMI + AMLA + BRINGARAJ HAIR OIL =promote growth, reduces dryness, strengthen roots, improve natural luster use warm oil once or twice a week
6) RICE WATER CREAM (not the rinse) Ayurveda considers fermented preaparations heavy, strengthenong Creamy rice water cooked gives -slip -moisutre -smoothness -less shrinkage -protection from breakage
7) HIBISCUS FLOWER + LEAF PASTE =natural conditioner, softens hair, makes coils more elastic , reduces dryness
INTERNAL SUPPORT
RECOMMENDED -ghee 1 tsp daily -warm sesame oil massage on body -warm foods -adequate hydration -avoiding excessive stress and irregular sleep
THANK YOU
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Thank you guys, so much. I will definitely try this
Start with Amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Amala oil+ castor oil mix massage keep overnight and wash in the morning with aloevera shampoo. Include fresh green vegetables semi cooked sauted in your diet daily. Avoid direct Sun rays exposure use hat or use umbrella or wear scarf when going out during the day.
Straightening and moisturizing coily hair can indeed be achieved with some Ayurvedic alternatives beyond multani mitti. These approaches are rooted in time-tested Indian traditions and may offer some satisfactory results when used consistently.
Amla (Indian Gooseberry) - Amla, known for its high vitamin C content, can help nourish and moisturize hair. Create a paste using amla powder mixed with water to conditioner your scalp and hair. Apply this paste to the scalp and lengths, leave it for about 30 mins, then rinse with lukewarm water. This regular application may help improve texture and manageability.
Aloe Vera - Aloe vera is highly moisturizing and can be used to reduce frizz in coily hair, enabling a slightly straighter appearance. Extract pure gel from an aloe vera leaf and apply it to your hair, ensuring full coverage. Leave it for about an hour before washing it off with a mild herbal shampoo.
Bhringraj Oil - Warming some bhringraj oil and massaging it into scalp and hair may enhance hair’s shine and moisture, potentially making coily hair more pliable and manageable. This should ideally be left overnight or a few hours before a bath to maximize benefits.
Ayurvedic Hair Mask - A homemade mask using ingredients like hibiscus powder, curry leaves, and yogurt can strengthen hair strands and boost shine. Mix these ingredients into a paste and apply from root to tip, leave for 45 minutes, then wash.
Coconut Oil & Castor Oil Blend - These oils are natural emollients. For best results, blend coconut and castor oil, apply, and wrap your hair with a warm towel for 30 minutes before rinsing out. The moisturizing properties may help in slight loosening and straightening the hair when applied regularly.
Remember to focus on your overall hair health, which includes balanced nutrition, adequate hydration, and gentle handling. While these alternatives can improve moisture and manageability, coily hair has a natural kinking which may not be fully straightened without chemical or heat intervention.
