NATURAL REMEDY FOR PREVENTION OF BALDNESS
There is nothing more attractive than a thick
head of hair that glimmers with natural health. But hair loss is a problem that
many people suffer from.
There can be several factors behind hair loss
such as environmental effects, aging, too much stress, excessive smoking,
nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalance, genetic factors, scalp
infections, use of wrong or chemically enriched hair products, certain
medicines and medical conditions like thyroid disorder, autoimmune diseases,
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), iron-deficiency anemia, and chronic
illnesses.
There are about 100,000 strands of hair on your
scalp and it is considered very normal to lose 50 to 100 strands a day. But
when you start losing more than that, it’s time for you to take some action so
it doesn’t progress to baldness or bald spots. Many readily available
ingredients can be used to treat hair loss at home.
Here are the top 10 home remedies for hair loss.
1.
Hair
Oil Massage
The first step that you
can take to reduce hair loss is to massage your scalp with appropriate hair
oil. 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, or others. Add a few drops of rosemary
essential oil to the base oil for better and faster results. Other types of oil
that you can use are emu oil, argan oil, and wheat germ oil.
1.
Massage any of the hair
oils mentioned above onto your hair and scalp by applying light pressure with
your fingertips.
2.
Do this at least once a
week.
2. Indian Gooseberry
For natural and fast hair growth, you can use
Indian gooseberry, also known as amla. Indian gooseberry is rich in vitamin C,
of which a deficiency in the body can cause hair loss.
The anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,
antibacterial, and the exfoliating properties present in Indian gooseberry can
help maintain a healthy scalp and promote hair growth.
1.
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 overnight
and shampoo your hair in the morning.
3. Fenugreek
Fenugreek, also known as methi, is highly
effective in treating hair loss. Fenugreek seeds contain hormone antecedents
that enhance hair growth and help rebuild hair follicles. They also contain
proteins and nicotinic acid that stimulate hair growth.
1.
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 40 minutes, rinse your hair.
4.
Follow this remedy every
morning for a month.
4. 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.
In a 2002 study published in the Journal of
Dermatology, almost 74 percent of the study participants who applied onion
juice on the scalp experienced significant hair regrowth.
·
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.
·
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.
Repeat either of these remedies two or three
times a week for several weeks.
5. 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.
Regular use can also relieve scalp
itching, reduce scalp redness and inflammation, add strength and
luster to hair, and alleviate dandruff. Both aloe vera gel and juice will work.
1.
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.
You can also consume one tablespoon of aloe vera
juice daily on an empty stomach to enjoy better hair growth.
6. 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.
1.
Add one tablespoon of
ground licorice root to one cup milk with a quarter teaspoon saffron. Mix it
thoroughly.
2.
Apply the paste on bald
patches at bedtime and leave it on overnight.
3.
In the morning, wash
your hair.
4.
Follow this remedy once
or twice a week.
You can also take licorice internally in the
form of licorice tea three times a day.