Are you looking for a non-toxic homemade leave-in conditioner that is easy to make and leaves no residue? Then this is the recipe for you!

Homemade Leave In Conditioner

Not only is this leave in conditioner quick and easy to make from non-toxic ingredients, it can be used to help detangle the hair as well. And, even if you don’t have time to wash your hair, try using this mixture to give your hair a quick refresh. Just dampen your hair and massage a small amount through.

While helping with detangling, this mixture will also help hydrate and protect the hair.

Variations

Rosemary essential oil is great for strengthening hair and helping with growth, but it should not be used on children under 10. Try using lavender essential oil but any essential oils will work. Just do your research first.
Any carrier oil will work as some people can react to ones such as coconut or sweet almond oil.
An infused oil can also be used in place of the carrier oil. The process pictures below show an infusion of coffee and green tea in Argan oil which is great for helping stimulate hair growth.
Jojoba oil is a great oil to use on your hair instead of Argan oil.

Carrier Oils

When making a leave in conditioner, choosing the correct carrier oil can improve the impact of the conditioner as each carrier oil has its own set of distinct properties. Blending a couple of carrier oils can also help maximise their benefits.
With this conditioner recipe, there are multiple carrier oils that could be used including:

Avocado Oil
Sweet Almond Oil
Argan Oil
Rosehip Oil
Hemp Oil
Safflower Oil

You can learn more about carrier oils here.

Essential Oils

You can add a few drops of essential oils to this cream if you wish, though please remember that essential oils are potent, and need to be diluted. As this cream is being used on your face, you will need to use essential oils that are gentle enough to be applied around the mouth and eyes – and used in the correct quantities.

Just be careful using some essential oils such as tea tree and peppermint, around children and pregnant women, making sure to do your research before using.

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Ingredients for Making Homemade Leave In Conditioner

To make around 12 ounces of conditioner, you will need:

⅔ Cup Shea Butter
⅔ Cup Argan Oil – or another carrier oil
⅔ Cup Aloe Vera Gel
24 Drops Essential Oils – optional – 12 Rosemary and 12 Lavender Essential Oils works well

Making Homemade Leave in Conditioner

Place the shea butter in a bowl and whip with a stand or hand mixer until creamy.

Slowly add the Argan oil and mix until combined.

Add the aloe vera, a little at a time and whip on high until the mixture is light and fluffy.

If adding the essential oils, add and mix to combine.

Store in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dry place. Storing in the fridge will stop this mixture from getting too soft. The heat of your hands will help it melt when you are going to apply it.

Using Homemade Leave in Conditioner

To use this conditioner, have a shower and wash your hair.

Towel dry your hair, then gently rub a small amount of this leave in conditioner between your hands and then through the ends of your hair.