With the monsoons right round the corner, it is
time you start paying a little more attention to
your hair. Get rid of those expensive, chemical
leached hair products, and say hello to natural
remedies. There’s nothing like making the most
of what nature has to offer.
Our hair is made up of a protein called keratin
that is produced in the hair follicles. As follicles
produce new hair cells, old cells are being
pushed out through the surface of the skin at
the rate of about six inches a year. The hair
that you can see is actually a string of dead
keratin cells. An interesting fact is that an
average adult has about 100,000 to 150,000
hair strands and loses up to 100 of them a
day. Therefore, finding a few stray hairs on
your hairbrush is not necessarily a cause for
alarm.
Initially, hair loss was seen as a sign of ageing,
but in the urban scenario with everyone leading
a hectic lifestyle, it has become a reason for
worry for many. There are various causes for
hair loss, ranging from medication, hormonal
imbalance, the kind of diet you consume work
stress. As a habit, we all look for an instant
chemical remedy for hair loss for quick results
despite being aware of its many harmful
consequences. Going natural is the best
solution for hair problems, since it doesn’t
have any side effects and its results are long
lasting.
( Hair Fall? Get Natural Beauty Solutions)
Here’s bringing you seven easy and effective
home remedies for hair loss. Most of the
ingredients for these quick fixes are available in
your own kitchen!
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The Magic of Nature
1. Onion Juice – This remedy is regarded as
one of most effective and oldest ones. The
reason behind is that it contains sulphur that
boosts collagen production in the tissues and
helps in the re-growth of hair. Don’t let its
strong smell keep you away from using it,
because it goes off just after one rinse.
To try this remedy, cut a few slices of onion
and squeeze out its juice (either by mashing it
or grating it) and apply it on your scalp for
about 10-15 minutes. Let it work its magic and
then rinse it off with a mild shampoo.
Quick tip: You can substitute this with potato
juice as well.
2. Coconut Milk - According to Dr. Blossom
Kochhar, Chairperson, Blossom Kochhar Group
of Companies, the most effective remedy for
natural hair growth is the use of coconut milk
because it is rich in iron, potassium and
essential fats. Her remedy, “take coconut milk
from a fresh coconut (do not purchase the
coconut milk - take it out meticulously from a
fresh coconut). To it add half a squeeze of
lemon, 4 drops of essential lavender oil. Mix it
thoroughly and apply it on your scalp, leave it
on for 4-5 hours and then rinse it off.”
3. Apple Cider Vinegar – This vinegar gently
cleanses the scalp and maintains the pH
balance of the hair thereby accelerating hair
growth. Start for making a diluted solution by
mixing 75ml of it in one litre of water for a
larger batch or 15 ml of it to a cup of warm
filtered water for a smaller batch.
To apply this solution, use it as a final rinse
after washing your hair. This will also give
your hair an added shine and boost hair
growth.
( Shop for pure apple cider vinegar )
4. Make your Own Egg Mask – This home
remedy is used all over the world for quick and
natural hair growth. As we know, eggs contain
high levels of proteins which help in the
formation of new hair. It is also rich in sulphur,
zinc, iron, selenium, phosphorous and iodine.
For the egg mask, separate one egg white in a
bowl and add one teaspoon of olive oil ( you
can also use grape seed oil or lavender
oil )and honey. Make a paste of it and apply it
all over your hair and scalp for about 20
minutes. Rinse it off with cool water and some
shampoo.
Quick tip: Egg masks work wonders for a
glowing and healthy skin.
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5. Fenugreek– This herb is also an age-old
remedy for hair growth problems. It contains
proteins and nicotinic acid; protein-enriched
diets have been known to encourage
stimulation of hair growth. Add a tablespoon of
this herb and water in a grinder till a smooth
paste it formed. Add a little coconut oil (or
milk) to it and apply on your hair and scalp for
half an hour. Wash it off with a mild shampoo.
Not only will this remedy help you for hair
growth but it will also protect the natural
colour of your hair.
6. Green Tea – Now you have the perfect
solution for those used tea bags that you throw
away daily. Green tea, as you know is super
rich in antioxidants and that helps in boosting
hair growth and preventing hair loss. Apply
warm green tea (from the used tea bags) over
your scalp and leave it for an hour. Wash it off
with cool water.
7. Indian Gooseberry ( amla ) – This magical
fruit is a powerhouse of nutrients. It’s rich in
Vitamin C and that accelerates hair growth. All
you need to do is, mix 2 teaspoons of amla
powder or juice with equal amounts of lime
juice and let it dry. Rinse it off with some
warm water. It will also prevent hair
pigmentation.
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