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The Surprising Benefits Of Coconut Water For Hair

We’re breaking down the benefits of using coconut water for hair and coconut water-infused products to add to your routine.

No matter the place, season, or occasion, getting a whiff of tropical coconut can send you swirling back to that peaceful moment where you were languidly sipping on something delicious at the beach. At the very least, it can make a girl dream to get there! Not only does this beachy ingredient smell divine, but it turns out coconut has some notable beauty perks.

You may already use coconut oil for certain DIY beauty hacks, but today we’re drawing your attention to coconut water and how it can help improve the look and feel of your hair. In addition to dishing on the amazing benefits of coconut water for hair, we’re also showcasing some of our best hair products that contain this nourishing ingredient. Keep scrolling for everything you need to know. 

What is coconut water?

Coconuts grow on certain varieties of palm trees in wet, tropical climates—hence their association with beaches. Young coconuts are typically a bright green hue, while fully mature coconuts have a rough, brown shell.

Regardless of their age or appearance, when you crack open a coconut, you’ll discover it’s filled with a thin, milky-white liquid. This is coconut water! If you ever find yourself at the beach with the option to buy a fresh coconut, you’ll be able to taste this delicious, nutrient-dense water at its freshest.

Note that coconut water is different from coconut milk and coconut oil. The milk is an emulsified blend of the water and coconut flesh, while coconut oil is extracted from the coconut via cold-pressing or a heat method.

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Is coconut water good for your hair?

Along with tasting delicious, coconut water contains some key nutrients, including potassium, sodium, and manganese. Because this ingredient is mostly water, you can also enjoy some potential hydrating benefits when using coconut water for hair. Some people even like to rinse their hair with straight-up coconut water or create a coconut water hair spray that’s applied to damp or dry hair. The salt can help create some beachy texture. As always, however, we recommend purchasing salon-quality products formulated with coconut water to achieve the best results. 

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Does coconut water help hair growth?

The jury is still out on the answer to whether coconut water helps hair grow. What we do know is that coconut water contains a unique chemical composition of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that are known to be nourishing. This tropical fruit can also deliver some hydrating effects when used on your hair, which can improve its overall look and feel and aid in healthy hair growth

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What are the best coconut water hair products?

Eager to try a coconut-infused hair care product yourself? We’ve rounded up our best picks so you can get in on this tropical goodness!


Kérastase

Soleil Revitalizing Masque

A nourishing mask that restores hydration to sun-exposed hair

One size only for Soleil Revitalizing Masque
6.7 fl oz

Kérastase Soleil Revitalizing Masque

After splashing around in the water or basking in the sunlight, make sure to give your hair some TLC to ensure it looks and feels healthy, strong, and shiny. Kérastase Soleil Revitalizing Masque is a light-textured gel cream mask that helps balance out the unsavory effects of these notoriously harsh summer elements.

Coconut water delivers unparalleled hydration to your strands while vitamin E helps seal out moisture from salt and chlorine. This does-it-all product also contains a UV filter to help absorb the sun's damaging rays which in turn minimizes their effect on your tresses.


Kérastase

Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo

Nourishing after-sun shampoo to remove chlorine, salt, and sand residue

One size only for Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo
8.5 fl oz

Kérastase Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo

To double-down on your post-sunshine hair routine, swap in Kérastase Soleil Nourishing After-Sun Shampoo. It's uniquely formulated to help remove chlorine, salt, and sand residue from your hair while deeply hydrating. It also features that same UV filter protection to help keep your strands looking gorgeous all season long.


Kérastase

Soleil Beach Bi-Phase Oil Mist

Texturizing spray and a hair oil to creates soft beach waves with zero crunch.

One size only for Soleil Beach Bi-Phase Oil Mist
5 fl oz

Kérastase Huile Sirène Bi-Phase Oil Mist

Featuring coconut water and vitamin E, Kérastase Soleil Huile Sirène Bi-Phase Oil Mist is a lightweight leave-in spray that helps define and enhance your texture for natural-looking beachy waves. It also contains nourishing babassu oil and features notes of jasmine and tuberose. It’ll leave your hair soft-to-the-touch and beautiful—never crunchy!


Kérastase

Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream

Leave-in cream to protect against UV's, humidity and frizz

One size only for Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream
5 fl oz

Kérastase Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream

Further protect your tresses against UV damage and humidity-induced frizz with this luxurious leave-in cream. Kérastase Soleil Multi-Protection Beautifying Cream is formulated with hydrating coconut water, protective vitamin E, and a UV filter to help prevent the harmful effects of the sun. You can apply it before or after sun exposure to either dry or towel-dried hair.

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