Onion juice, when applied to the scalp increases catalase levels on the skins surface, reducing the buildup of hydrogen peroxide and boosting hair health.
Few research results found that just after four weeks of using onion juice, 74% of individuals with alopecia areata (extreme medical case where the immune system forces hair fall) experienced significant hair regrowth. Within six weeks of using onion juice, 84% of the individuals were reported to have hair regrowth.
Loosing 50 to 100 strands of hair a day is perfectly normal. If it exceeds you’ll notice bald patches and thinning of the hair.This condition is known as alopecia.
Here are natural herbal remedies to facilitating hair growth.
Onion and garlic
Sulphur increase collagen production, which in turn promotes hair growth. Onion and garlic are great sources of sulphur, and this is why they have been used for decades as traditional hair conditioners. All you do is chop the onion, squeeze the juice and apply it to the scalp. Leave for 15 minutes then rinse with mild shampoo. With garlic, you fine chop some cloves, mix with coconut oil and boil for a few minutes. When the mixture has cooled off, apply to your scalp. For optimum results, repeat the treatment twice a week.
Coconut
Coconut comes with a variety of ingredients that naturally condition and promote hair growth. Coconut contains proteins, minerals and essential fats that help reduce hair breakage. Coconut oil also contains ingredients that strengthen hair follicles and roots. Regular use of this treatment will strengthen your hair and reduce hair loss. Just cut open a coconut, squeeze the milk and mix with a little water before gently applying to areas where you notice thinning and balding. Rinse off with water the next morning.
Henna
Widely known in Asia as a natural herbal remedy for strengthening hair and maintaining its color. It works even better when combined with mustard oil.
Hibiscus
Hibiscus and coconut are major components in strengthening the hair. Hibiscus contains several rejuvenating properties that nourish the hair, prevent dandruff and prevent the formation of premature grey hair. Regular use of these flowers will also mitigate hair loss.Use hibiscus flowers and mix with coconut oil to form a paste. Apply to the hair and leave for a few hours, then rinse off.
Amla
Amla is rich vitamin C and antioxidants, making the ideal solution for hair loss. Not only is it good for the hair, but when consumed it can bring about several benefits to the body. Crush the fruit and mix it with lime. Mix the two and apply to the scalp and leave to dry. Rinse with warm water.
Egg
Eggs are also an excellent source of sulphur and other minerals such as iron, phosphorus, zinc, selenium and iodine. These minerals promote hair growth more especially when mixed with olive oil. Mix the egg white with olive oil and apply to the scalp. Leave for 20 minutes and rinse with cold water.
Hair loss is normally attributed to a poor diet or inadequate hair care. Make sure to eat a well balanced diet with all the minerals essential for good hair growth. Also avoid harsh chemicals that may reduce the lifespan of your hair.
Other methods are useful also-
-tea made from Burdock and Marmelos (Bilva) is good for dry hair.
-Apply a paste made from 2 tsp. henna powder, 1 tsp. curd, 1 tsp. fenugreek(methi seeds) powder, 1 tbsp. coffee, 2 tbsp. mint juice and 2 tbsp tulasi juice. Apply this paste to the hair and leave it in for two hours. For a darker colour, leave this paste in for 3 to 4 hours and wash with cold water.
-Oiling and massaging of scalp - Use coconut oil three times in a week.
-Other oils like Neelibhringadi oil, Kunthala kanthi oil, Kanjunnyadi oil are very useful.
-Applying juice of green coriander leaves on the hair helps.
-Could wash hair with a paste of cooked green gram and fenugreek (methi) x3 times a week.
-A paste of licorice (Saunf) or fennel seeds) mix with milk can be applied on the bald patches.
-The seeds of fenugreek soaked in coconut oil and kept under direct sunlights for seven days and applied to the scalp, helps prevents hair loss.
-Boil handful of crushed Margosa (neem) leaves in 4 cups of water. Cool and filter the liquid and rinse your hair.
-Use Bhringraja oil for hair loss.
Modified from Curejoy.com article by Shrinivas Sharma, co founder of Curejoy.com
Few research results found that just after four weeks of using onion juice, 74% of individuals with alopecia areata (extreme medical case where the immune system forces hair fall) experienced significant hair regrowth. Within six weeks of using onion juice, 84% of the individuals were reported to have hair regrowth.
Loosing 50 to 100 strands of hair a day is perfectly normal. If it exceeds you’ll notice bald patches and thinning of the hair.This condition is known as alopecia.
Here are natural herbal remedies to facilitating hair growth.
Onion and garlic
Sulphur increase collagen production, which in turn promotes hair growth. Onion and garlic are great sources of sulphur, and this is why they have been used for decades as traditional hair conditioners. All you do is chop the onion, squeeze the juice and apply it to the scalp. Leave for 15 minutes then rinse with mild shampoo. With garlic, you fine chop some cloves, mix with coconut oil and boil for a few minutes. When the mixture has cooled off, apply to your scalp. For optimum results, repeat the treatment twice a week.
Coconut
Coconut comes with a variety of ingredients that naturally condition and promote hair growth. Coconut contains proteins, minerals and essential fats that help reduce hair breakage. Coconut oil also contains ingredients that strengthen hair follicles and roots. Regular use of this treatment will strengthen your hair and reduce hair loss. Just cut open a coconut, squeeze the milk and mix with a little water before gently applying to areas where you notice thinning and balding. Rinse off with water the next morning.
Henna
Widely known in Asia as a natural herbal remedy for strengthening hair and maintaining its color. It works even better when combined with mustard oil.
Hibiscus
Hibiscus and coconut are major components in strengthening the hair. Hibiscus contains several rejuvenating properties that nourish the hair, prevent dandruff and prevent the formation of premature grey hair. Regular use of these flowers will also mitigate hair loss.Use hibiscus flowers and mix with coconut oil to form a paste. Apply to the hair and leave for a few hours, then rinse off.
Amla
Amla is rich vitamin C and antioxidants, making the ideal solution for hair loss. Not only is it good for the hair, but when consumed it can bring about several benefits to the body. Crush the fruit and mix it with lime. Mix the two and apply to the scalp and leave to dry. Rinse with warm water.
Egg
Eggs are also an excellent source of sulphur and other minerals such as iron, phosphorus, zinc, selenium and iodine. These minerals promote hair growth more especially when mixed with olive oil. Mix the egg white with olive oil and apply to the scalp. Leave for 20 minutes and rinse with cold water.
Hair loss is normally attributed to a poor diet or inadequate hair care. Make sure to eat a well balanced diet with all the minerals essential for good hair growth. Also avoid harsh chemicals that may reduce the lifespan of your hair.
Other methods are useful also-
-tea made from Burdock and Marmelos (Bilva) is good for dry hair.
-Apply a paste made from 2 tsp. henna powder, 1 tsp. curd, 1 tsp. fenugreek(methi seeds) powder, 1 tbsp. coffee, 2 tbsp. mint juice and 2 tbsp tulasi juice. Apply this paste to the hair and leave it in for two hours. For a darker colour, leave this paste in for 3 to 4 hours and wash with cold water.
-Oiling and massaging of scalp - Use coconut oil three times in a week.
-Other oils like Neelibhringadi oil, Kunthala kanthi oil, Kanjunnyadi oil are very useful.
-Applying juice of green coriander leaves on the hair helps.
-Could wash hair with a paste of cooked green gram and fenugreek (methi) x3 times a week.
-A paste of licorice (Saunf) or fennel seeds) mix with milk can be applied on the bald patches.
-The seeds of fenugreek soaked in coconut oil and kept under direct sunlights for seven days and applied to the scalp, helps prevents hair loss.
-Boil handful of crushed Margosa (neem) leaves in 4 cups of water. Cool and filter the liquid and rinse your hair.
-Use Bhringraja oil for hair loss.
Modified from Curejoy.com article by Shrinivas Sharma, co founder of Curejoy.com
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