By Your hair can make or break your look. A good haircare routine has now become essential to maintain a healthy and luscious crown on your head.
For the increasing problems of hair fall in both men and women, caused by various factors such as poor diet, stress, pollution and excessive use of harsh chemical based products. Although the market comes with various commercial products, home remedies are considered the safest and most effective. Hence, discussing some home remedies which will not only nourish your scalp and reduce hairfall but will also promote hair growth without any side effects of harsh chemicals.
Massage With Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is known for its deep penetration into your hair shafts resulting in reducing protein loss. Further coconut oil has antibacterial properties, keeping your scalp clean and healthy. Hence, massaging coconut oil on regular basis effectively works on your hair shaft and you are less likely to suffer through the trauma’s of hair fall. It also improves hair breakage and protects your hair from harsh hair styling techniques and chemicals.
How to apply ?
- Take 4 to 5 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil.
- Section your hair and apply coconut oil directly on the scalp and slowly massage it on your hair as well.
- Keep the oiling for an hour and then rinse it off with a gentle cleanser.
- Follow up the How to apply ? with a conditioner and then a hair serum for more shine.
Tip : Add a few boiled curry leaves into the coconut oil for accelerated hair growth.
Apply India Gooseberry(Amla) : The Hero Ingredient
Amla is full of vitamin C and antioxidants, making it a hero ingredient for hair growth and also reducing grey hair. Applying amla juice is a traditional and natural hair fall solution which can be applied at home. Amla a has proliferative effect on the dermal papilla cells of hair which helps through strengthening of the hair as well.
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How to apply ?
- Take 4 to 5 tablespoons of amla juice.
- Gently apply it all over the scalp, by dividing the hair into sections.
- Wait for an hour or two and let the pulp or juice dry .
- Wash your hair with a gentle cleanser
- Repeat the How to apply ? two to three times a week for best results.
Tip: Add lemon juice to amla juice and apply them together to boost Vitamin C required for healthy hair.
Fenugreek To The Rescue
Fenugreek seeds are a power pack of proteins and nicotinic acid. These compounds repair the roots of your hair, resulting in less hair fall and improved hair growth. Not just this, fenugreek seeds are among those herbs which are great for almost every hair problem. They are hormone antecedents that are great for hair follicles and can be found in every Indian kitchen.
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How to apply ?
- Soak ½ cup fenugreek overnight in water and grind it into a fine paste the next morning.
- Apply the paste evenly all over the scalp and hair.
- Now keep that mask on your hair for almost 40 minutes.
- Clean and wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
Tip : Follow this remedy generously for atleast a month to eradicate the problem of hair fall completely.
Try The Magical Onion Juice
Packed with sulfur, onions are a magical kitchen ingredient that promotes blood flow to hair follicles, resulting in hair regrowth. The antibacterial qualities of onion juice make it an excellent treatment for scalp infections that cause hair loss.
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How to apply ?
- Take one onion and grate it on a plate.
- Further collect all the water which comes out while grating and also squeeze out the remaining juice from the grated onion.
- Apply this juice all over the scalp and hair.
- Rinse it off with a shampoo
Tip: Apply this mask atleast once a week for effective hair fall reduction.
Massage With Castor Oil
Famous for its repairing activities, Castor oil is rich in ricinoleic acid. Presence of these compounds helps improve circulation and promotes hair growth. It also repairs the damaged hair follicles accelerating the new growth.
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How to apply ?
- Take some castor oil in a bowl and heat it for two minutes.
- Apply this hot mixture on the scalp and massage it gently all over the scalp.
- Try to leave this oil mask overnight and wash away the hair the next morning.
Tip: Along with Castor oil, add olive oil as well for more desired and better results.
Hibiscus Flowers: The Game Changers
Hibiscus flower can give your hair those essential vitamins which your hair have always craved for. The flower comes with some tried and tested formula which would make your hair healthier and shinier. It will not only reduce hair fall but promote hair growth as well. The special compounds present in this flower will also prevent your hair from greying and will even help fight dandruff and split ends.
How to apply ?:
1.Take some hibiscus flowers and boil it in a pan.
2.Add some coconut oil to the boiling flower.
3. Strain the excess solution and let the oil cool down to room temperature.
4.Divide your hair into sections and apply the oil evenly all over the scalp.
5.Leave the mixture overnight on the scalp and wash it off the next morning for the expected results.
Henna
Henna not just gives color to your hair, but also helps it shine and strengthen. The ayurvedic properties of henna make your hair strengthen from the roots and make space for more hair growth which is stronger and damage free.
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How to apply ?
- Take 3 to 4 tablespoons of dried henna powder and mix it in water.
- Apply this paste to your scalp and keep it for 40-45 minutes.
- Wash with cold water and repeat the process every week to reduce hairfall.
Tip: Instead of water add Henna to lukewarm mustard oil for even better results.
Honey With Yogurt Paste
The best combination you can apply for a fresh hydrating spa at home is the mixture of honey and yogurt. Honey being a natural moisturizer provides your hair with that much needed nourishment while the yogurt contains probiotics which further hydrate the root. The mask is full of probiotics and vitamins, which helps stop hair fall in the long run. Not only hair falls, yogurt and honey collectively stimulate fast hair growth while forming new hair follicles and cells.
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How to apply ?
- Take two tablespoons of yogurt and one tablespoon of honey in it.
- Mix them well and apply on the scalp properly and then on the hair as well.
- Leave the mask for almost 30 minutes and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.
Tip: Add ½ a spoon of cinnamon powder to the mixture for more quick result.
Egg White Mask
This is for all the eggetarians and non veg lovers, your favourite eggs not just work wonders for your body and skin when consumed but also is a great conditioner for your hair. Eggs are rich in protein, biotin and B vitamins which strengthen the roots while saving your hair from damage and breakage.
How to apply ?
- Take 2 egg whites and mix it well to form a smooth paste.
- Apply this paste evenly on your hair and keep it for about 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse the eggs with a shampoo and cold water.
Tip: Add olive oil to the paste of egg white for added shine and strength.
Say Goodbye To Hair Fall With Potatoes
Potatoes are great source of minerals and vitamins and have a good tendency to stop hair fall while strengthening the cells and roots of the hair.
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How to apply ?
- Take one potato and remove its peel.
- Further grate the potato with the help of a grater and collect all the juice in a bowl.
- Mix this juice with little water and apply it on your hair.
- Massage the scalp gently with this mask on and then let it rest for almost 30 minutes.
- Wash it off with cold water.
In the end, we can conclude that although hair fall can be distressing but managing it well can reduce it effectively. Lifestyle changes, eating healthily and practicing the above home remedies can take time but will show results. Through these remedies, you can maintain a healthy scalp keeping your shiny, strong and breakage free.
