Dry Scalp and hair Remedy- Manuka Honey

You already know how great honey is for your hair, but there is one particular type that is double great for it’s properties to repair dry hair. If you are looking for a natural dry scalp and hair remedy -Manuka honey is what you need in your natural hair life.

What is Manuka honey? manuka honey is from the beautiful land of New Zealand; local bees pollinate the native Manuka tress to create the highly antibacterial honey with amazing antibiotic properties.

Manuka Honey contains hydrogen peroxide, methylglyoxal (MG) and dihydroxyacetone; two powerful antibacterials that you can’t find in any other honey, not even in high doses.

Since there are so many Manuka honey’s, the producers have a scale to rate the potency called the UMF. The UMF rating corresponds to the concentration of MG and the other specific antibacterial properties in each type. For Manuka honey to be considered a therapeutic grade, it needs a minimum rating of UMF 10 Manuka Honey on the UMF scale. UMF 16 Manuka Honey and UMF 20 Manuka Honey are two other commonly seen labels that are considered superior grade.

Manuka Honey hair benefits:

Manuka Honey is filled with enzymes, minerals, and antioxidants that are powerfully nourishing for the hair follicles and scalp.
As any other antibacterial, Manuka honey is great to fight eczema, dandruff, and any other scalp problem.
Repair damaged hair.
Moisturizes the hair and the scalp.
Reduces hair loss.
Manuka honey has a high content of amino acids and B-complex vitamins that nourish the scalp and rejuvenate the hair follicles.
Prevents frizz and split ends.

How to use Manuka oil:

1. Apply it to the scalp to draw out dirt. It also draws water from the air into your hair and scalp, keeping it hydrated. It’s antimicrobial properties work against bacteria as well as fungi such as Malassezia globosa and M. furfur that are implicated in dandruff and folliculitis.
   To get smooth, shiny hair without frizz, add a teaspoon of Manuka honey of UMF 5-10 to your regular conditioner.
2. Manuka honey and avocado hair mask: 1 tbsp Manuka honey and 1/2 ripe avocado.
   Mix ingredients and apply to dry hair from roots to ends. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes. Rinse well and style as usual.
3. Manuka honey and coconut hair mask: 1 tbsp Manuka honey and 3 tbsp Coconut oil.
   Mix both ingredients very well and apply it on dry hair. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes. Rinse well and style as usual.

In general, you can use Manuka honey as you would use any regular honey, but remember that when you use Manuka honey, it is double the potency and the best dry scalp and hair remedy you have ever used before.

Do you use Manuka honey on your hair, face, or in your kitchen? Please let us know your favorite recipes.