HOME REMEDIES TO CURE HAIR FALL

8 BEST HOME REMEDIES TO CURE HAIR FALL 

Now-a-days, hair-fall has become one of the most common problem for both men and women, this is due to the adoption of unhealthy lifestyle, pollution, stress, poor diet, hormonal changes and usage of detergents. These are considered to be the main threats and in order to have a strong hair we need to maintain a natural diet for healthy hair and also reduce the usage of chemicals on our hair.

1. Hair Oil Massage

HAIR OIL MASSAGE

Proper hair and scalp massage will increase blood flow to the hair follicles, condition the scalp, and enhance the strength of your hair’s roots. It will also promote relaxation and reduce feelings of stress.

You can use hair oils like coconut or almond oil, olive oil, castor oil, amla oil, lavender oil , etc. 

Direction -

1. Take warm olive oil according to the length of your hair.
2. Slowly massage it into your scalp and onto the strands of hair.
3. Leave the oil on for 30 to 45 minutes and then wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

Note - Add a few drops of rosemary essential oil to the base oil for better and faster results. 

2. Indian Gooseberry

GOOSEBERRY

A fruit that is best known for its high vitamin C levels, the Indian gooseberry, is great for hair, adding lustres, softness and doing away with dryness of the scalp. It is also a rich source of essential fatty acids that serve to keep the hair follicles strong and nourish the hair from the roots .

1. Direction - Mix one tablespoon each of Indian gooseberry or amla pulp and lemon juice.
2.  Massage your scalp with the mixture thoroughly. Cover your hair with a shower cap.
3.  Leave it on for at least 1 hour or overnight and shampoo your hair in the morning.

3. Fenugreek

FENUGREEK 

Methi seeds also called as methi Dana or fenugreek seeds are extremely beneficial in hair fall, hair loss etc. These fenugreek seeds have great capabilities of hair regrowth. Methi seeds can be used and applied as hair mask/pack, with hair oil or as a paste. Whichever way you use fenugreek, it gives benefits in controlling hair fall, preventing premature white/ grey, making hair roots stronger and enhancing the hair texture in general.

1. Direction - Soak one cup of fenugreek seeds in water overnight.
2. In the morning, grind them to make a paste.
3. Apply the paste to your hair and cover with a shower cap. After about 30 minutes, rinse your hair.
4.  Follow this remedy every morning for a month.

4. Onion Juice

ONION JUICE

Onion juice helps treat hair loss due to its high sulfur content, which helps improve blood circulation to the hair follicles, regenerate hair follicles and reduce inflammation.The antibacterial properties in onion juice also help kill germs and parasites, and treat scalp infections that can cause hair loss.

1. Direction - Extract the juice of one onion by grating it and then strain it. Apply the juice directly onto the scalp. Leave it on for about 30 minutes, and then wash it off. Finally, shampoo your hair.
2.  Mix together three tablespoons of onion juice and two tablespoons of aloe vera gel. You can also add one tablespoon of olive oil. Apply this mixture onto your scalp and leave it on for at least 30 minutes before rinsing it off and shampooing your hair.

5. Aloe Vera

ALOE VERA

Aloe vera contains enzymes that directly promote healthy hair growth. Also, its alkalizing properties can help bring the scalp and hair’s pH to a more desirable level, which can greatly promote hair growth.

The reason you may be tempted to use aloe vera as a hair fall treatment is calming aloe conditions the scalp. Aloe vera is an excellent natural moisturizer and skin conditioner. It can reduce flaky, itchy scalp and reduce dandruff. Aloe vera gel also helps reduce sebum, or oil, on the scalp.

1. Direction - Apply aloe vera gel or juice onto the scalp.
2.  Leave it on for a few hours and then wash it off with lukewarm water.
3.  Repeat the process three to four times a week.

6. Licorice Root

LICORICE ROOT

 Licorice root is another herb that prevents hair loss and further damage to the hair.The mollifying properties of licorice roots open the pores, soothe the scalp and help get rid of irritations like dry flakes. This remedy is good for dandruff, hair loss and baldness.

Direction - Add one tablespoon of ground licorice root to one cup milk with a quarter teaspoon saffron( optional ). Mix it thoroughly.
Apply the paste on bald patches at bedtime and leave it on overnight.
In the morning, wash your hair.
Follow this remedy once or twice a week.

7. Beetroot

BEETROOT

Beetroot juice contains carbohydrates, protein, potassium, phosphorus, calcium and vitamins B and C. All these nutrients are essential for healthy hair growth.

• Include fresh beetroot juice in your diet. In addition to that, spinach juice, alfalfa juice, lettuce juice, or carrot juice will help keep your hair healthy.

Direction - Grind a few beetroot leaves (boiled in water) along with henna and apply the paste on your scalp. Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing it out. Repeat several times a week.

8. Coconut Milk

COCONUT MILK

Coconut milk conditioning treatments can make your hair strong and healthy. If you are experiencing hair breakage, thinning hair or you want to improve the health of your hair, you should consider trying coconut milk.

Whether fresh made or packaged, coconut milk is extremely rich in protein, iron, and essential fats. Coconut milk also contains vitamin E, and it is an important ingredient used in many commercial and DIY skin and hair preparations.

Direction 

1. You can make fresh coconut milk at home by adding a freshly grated coconut to a pan of water.
2. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Then strain it.
3. Once cool, apply the milk thoroughly onto the scalp and into your hair. Leave it on for about 20 minutes and then shampoo your hair.

Note -To make the treatment more effective, you can mix black pepper and powdered fenugreek seeds to the coconut milk before using it.

The Dont's: Here is a list of don't that everyone should follow to protect the hairs from  the hair fall .

1. Rubbing wet hair vigorously will lead to hair breakage. Avoid brushing wet hair for the same reason.
2. Don’t tie your hair tightly all the time as it puts pressure on the roots and causes hair to fall.
3. Heat in any form is bad for hair. Hot water, hair dryers and hair styling tools dry out the hair. Limit their usage. 
4. Try not to use too many hair products as residue can build up. Rinse shampoo well to make sure hair follicles are not clogged.
5. Make sure to follow product instructions carefully. If you use too much of a product, it could lead to more hair fall.
To solve your problem of hair loss, try some of these natural remedies. Also, following a proper diet will keep your hair healthy & help reduce hair fall. So, eat plenty of green vegetables and fresh fruits as much as possible.

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