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How to Apply Coffee on Hair?

Published in Hair Care 2 mins read

Applying coffee to your hair can be done in a couple of different ways to potentially darken hair, boost shine, and stimulate the scalp. Here's how:

1. Coffee Rinse

This method is a simple way to incorporate coffee into your hair care routine.

  1. Prepare Strong Coffee: Brew a cup of strong coffee. Let it cool completely.
  2. Shampoo Your Hair: Wash your hair as you normally would.
  3. Apply Coffee Rinse: After shampooing, pour the cooled coffee over your hair, ensuring it saturates all strands.
  4. Wait: Leave the coffee in your hair for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Rinse: Rinse your hair thoroughly with water.

2. Coffee Mask

This method involves mixing coffee with other beneficial ingredients for a deeper treatment. According to the provided reference, you can mix ground coffee with coconut oil or yogurt.

  1. Prepare the Mask: Combine ground coffee with coconut oil or yogurt to create a paste.
  2. Apply to Hair and Scalp: Apply the mixture to your hair and scalp, making sure to cover everything evenly.
  3. Wait: Leave the mask on for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse your hair well to remove all traces of the coffee mask.
Method Ingredients Application Time Benefits
Coffee Rinse Brewed Coffee (cooled) Pour over hair after shampooing 10-15 minutes Adds shine, may darken hair slightly
Coffee Mask Ground Coffee + Coconut Oil/Yogurt Apply to hair and scalp 20-30 minutes Potential hair darkening, scalp stimulation, moisturizing (with coconut oil), conditioning

Important Considerations:

  • Patch Test: Before applying coffee to your entire head, perform a patch test on a small section of hair to check for any adverse reactions or undesired color changes.
  • Frequency: Avoid using coffee treatments too frequently, as they can potentially dry out the hair. Once or twice a month is generally sufficient.
  • Ground Coffee: Use finely ground coffee to prevent large particles from getting stuck in your hair.
  • Rinsing: Ensure thorough rinsing after either method to prevent any coffee residue from remaining in your hair.