The Greenhouse Method: The Key To Moisturised And Longer Natural Hair

One of the most effective things I have implemented into my natural hair regimen is the Greenhouse Method/Effect. The Greenhouse Method earned it's name by working much the same as the green house gasses in our atmosphere. It traps moisture into our strands by using our own trapped body heat. I have to admit that I've never been consistent with this method in the past but bleaching my hair has made me have to rethink how I approach moisture retention. I am happy to report that I have not only noticed improvement in my hair's moisture but growth too.

Hair growth was what sparked my initial interest in the Greenhouse Method so seeing that it actually works now that I am consistent with it is exciting! It is said to work by stimulating blood flow in your scalp through sweat as the increased activity stimulates hair follicle cells. I further encourage this by rubbing some peppermint essential oil, diluted with my oil of choice, on my scalp on the days that I do the method. I am addicted to the tingly feeling.

The one thing this method is best at however is, as mentioned, its ability to put your moisture retention into super drive! It will leave your hair incredibly soft and moisturized by opening up your hair shaft and allowing hydration and nutrients to enter. This too leads to length retention so it's a really excellent thing to try if hair growth is your goal.

Okay, now lets get into what the Greenhouse Method actually is. The GHM is pretty simple as it consists of you applying oil to your strands, putting on a plastic cap and then letting your body heat do the rest as you call it a night and get some sleep. It works on natural and relaxed hair alike. Below I have step by step instructions.

Instructions

1. Sprits your hair with water until slightly damp. This step is optional and mostly for those who don't sweat easily. However I usually skip it as it effects the style I have.

2. Apply natural oil or butter of your choice all over your hair.

3. Apply peppermint oil diluted in the same oil you used for step 2 onto your scalp. This step is also optional but it stimulates your scalp.

4. Cover your hair with a plastic cap, I use plastic shopping bags because yes to recycling! I then cover it with my satin bonet/scarf to generate even more heat.