Discover easy, affordable avocado hair mask recipes for hydration, shine, and healthy hair growth
Avocados aren’t just great for avocado toast and tasty guacamole. The nutrient-dense superfood brings incredible benefits to haircare routines. Making them perfect for a DIY (Do It Yourself) hair mask. Thanks to its nourishing vitamins and unsaturated fatty acids you can say bye-bye to split ends.
Avocado hair masks are affordable and easy to whip up. To get you started, you need one ripe avocado. This is essential as it will make the mashing easier.
DIY moisturising hair mask
Ideal for dry, damaged hair.
What you’ll need:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon of organic coconut oil
- 1 egg yolk
Instructions:
- Start by whisking the egg yolk until you reach a frothy liquid.
- Stir in the coconut oil and add the mashed avocado.
- Apply this mixture to towel-dried hair, working from roots to ends.
- For best results, cover your hair with a plastic cap and let the mask sit for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Rinse your hair, then shampoo and condition as usual.
Did you know egg yolks are proven to promote hair growth? Combined with avocado’s nourishing properties, this mask will leave your hair feeling moisturised and strong.

You’ll thank us later: When rinsing masks with egg yolks, use cool or lukewarm water to avoid “cooking” the egg in your hair.
DIY hair growth mask
Perfect for encouraging healthy hair growth.
What you’ll need:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon of rosemary oil (stimulates hair follicles)
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (repairs and moisturises)
- 1 whisked egg yolk
Instructions:
- Mash the avocado and mix it with the rosemary oil, coconut oil, and whisked egg yolk until smooth.
- Apply the mask to damp or dry hair, from roots to ends.
- Cover with a plastic cap and leave on for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Rinse, shampoo, and condition with cool or lukewarm water.
This combination of ingredients nourishes the scalp, stimulates follicles, and helps repair hair, making it ideal for those looking to boost growth naturally.
DIY shine mask
Give your hair that glossy finish with this simple oil-based mask.
What you’ll need:
- 1 tablespoon of avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
- (optional) 1 whisked egg yolk for added strength
Instructions:
- Mix the avocado oil and coconut oil, adding the egg yolk if desired.
- Apply to dry hair, covering roots to ends.
- Cover with a plastic cap and leave on for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Rinse, shampoo, and condition thoroughly with cool or lukewarm water to get all the oil out.
Avocado oil penetrates the hair shaft, nourishing it from the inside out and adding shine, while coconut oil provides additional hydration.

DIY deep conditioning mask
Ideal for ultra-moisturising while repairing dry, damaged hair.
What you’ll need:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
Instructions:
- Blend the avocado and coconut oil until you get a smooth paste.
- Apply to hair, focusing on any dry areas.
- Leave on for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water, followed by shampoo and conditioner.
Why should you try this mask? The coconut oil deeply penetrates hair strands, reducing protein loss, while the avocado boosts overall moisture and softness.
DIY nourishing scalp mask
Dry, itchy scalp?
What you’ll need:
- ½ cup of oatmeal
- ½ fresh avocado
Instructions:
- Make a ½ cup of oatmeal using water, and let it cool off.
- Blend the oatmeal and avocado until smooth.
- Apply to towel-dried hair, focusing on the scalp.
- Leave on for 30 minutes under a cap.
- Rinse thoroughly, then shampoo and condition like normally.
This mask hydrates and soothes the scalp, reducing dryness and irritation for a refreshed, balanced feel.

DIY damage repair mask
Restore and revitalise with this fruit-powered repair mask.
What you’ll need:
- ½ ripe banana
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- ½ avocado
- A splash of water
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients into a smooth paste.
- Apply to hair, covering with a plastic cap.
- Leave on for 30 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water and shampoo thoroughly, repeating as needed to remove all mask residue.
What are the benefits of this hair mask? The banana and avocado repairs damaged hair, while olive oil provides extra moisture and shine.
DIY strengthening hair mask
This hair mask is inspired by Cardi B’s go-to formula for stronger, longer hair.
What you’ll need:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon black castor oil
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon argan oil
- 1 banana
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Apply generously to hair, covering from roots to tips. Brace yourself: this part gets messy, wear an old t-shirt or a towel you can throw straight in the washing machine.
- Leave on for 20 to 30 minutes. For the best results, cover with a plastic shower cap to lock the moisture in.
- Rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual.
Sceptical? This powerhouse mask combines rich oils, eggs, and honey to strengthen hair, increase elasticity, and improve overall resilience for healthy, luscious locks.

Treating your hair to a DIY avocado mask is an easy and effective way to nourish, repair, and boost growth—all from the comfort of your home. Whether you’re looking to add shine, hydrate dry strands, or repair damage, these simple avocado blends deliver salon-worthy results without the hefty price tag. Plus, the natural ingredients ensure your hair stays healthy and chemical-free.
Ready to pamper yourself even more? Pair your hair mask with a DIY face mask for the ultimate self-care session. Check out our guide to simple 2-ingredient aloe vera face masks to give your skin the glow it deserves.