Sufferng from Hair Fall: Try these natural remedies

Hair loss has become a common topic of discussion among women.Losing 50-100 strands a day is considered normal but if your start loosing more then that, it can be a problem of concern.

Hair loss occurs when the hair follicles from which hair emerges gets  blocked or ceases to function properly.These hair follicles gets blocked by dandruff, sebum, dirt, dead skin cells,deficiency ,medication or illness. So it very important to treat the desired cause of hair loss otherwise it can lead to hair baldness.

Today market is flooded with various hair products for hair loss but that comes with certain side effects. Fortunately, there are number of simple home remedies that can be used to prevent hair loss.

Causes of Hair Loss

• Physical stress
• Pregnancy
• Lack of protein
• Excess intake of Vitamin A
• Hereditary
• Female Hormones
• Climatic Conditions
• Anti Depressants pills
• Aging
• Vitamin B deficiency
• Emotional Stress
• Anemia
• Overactive Immune system
• Thyroid
• Over styling

Natural Home Remedies

Indian Gooseberry

Indian Gooseberry also known as amla is rich source of vitamin C. Deficiency of Vitamin C in the body can lead to hair loss. The anti bacterial,anti inflammatory, antioxidant and exfoliating properties of amla promotes healthier,shinier and long hair.

How to use:Mix one tablespoon of Indian gooseberry or amla pulp with lemon. Massage your scalp and leave it for overnight and shampoo your hair in the morning.

Onion Juice

Onion is one of the effective remedy in treating hair loss due to the high sulphur content found in it. This sulphur content improves blood circulation to hair follicles thereby promoting hair growth. Its anti bacterial, anti fungal characteristics treats various scalp infections.

How to use:Extract the onion juice by grating it and then applying it on scalp.Leave the juice for 30 minutes and then wash it off with your shampoo. Use this remedy twice a week for effective results.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is very beneficial for hair growth. Its alkalizing properties brings the scalp and hair's ph to a more desirable level which in turn generates hair growth. Aloe vera makes your hair shiny, smooth and more healthy.

How to use: Apply the aloe vera gel or juice on to the scalp. Leave it for few hours and then wash it with your regular shampoo. Use this 2-3 times a week for desired results.

Garlic

Like onion, garlic too has sulphur content in it which brings hair growth.

How to use: Crush few cloves of garlic and mix it with coconut oil. Boil this mixture for few minutes. Let it cool down and apply this on to your scalp, leave it for 30 minutes and then wash it off. Repeat this twice a week.

Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is rich in protein and essential fats which brings growth of hair. Coconut milk gives you instant results when applied onto the scalp.

How to use: You can make home made coconut milk by just grating the coconut and putting it in pan of water. Boil it for few minutes.Let it cool down. Apply this on your scalp and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash the hair after 20 minutes. For good results use this twice a week.

Hibiscus

Hibiscus is also know as shoe flower.This flower treats dandruff, prevents premature graying, controls hair loss and provides healthy, soft hair growth.

How to use: Crush few flowers and mix it with sesame or coconut oil to make a paste. Apply this paste on your scalp and leave it for few minutes. Wash it with your shampoo.

Egg

Egg acts as a rich source of sulphur, ahs phosphorus, selenium, iodine, zinc and protein which are very useful for generating hair growth.

How to use: Take a white portion of an egg and mix it with teaspoon of olive oil, beat to make a thick paste, apply this paste on your scalp and keep it for 15-20 minutes. Rinse it with cool water and mild shampoo.

Heena

Heena is one of the best natural remedy for hair problems.It helps you in getting rid of dandruff ,scalp itching and unhealthy hair. Heena is very effective in preventing hair loss.

How to use:Take 250 ml of mustard oil and put 60g of washed and dried henna leaves. Now boil this mixture.Wait till until the mixture cools down. Now massage the scalp using this mixture. Store the rest of the mixture in an air tight container for further use.

Flax Seeds

The omega 3 fatty acids are found in abundance in flax seeds which strengthens the hair and prevents hair loss.

How to use:You can use flax seed oil to massage your scalp. Apply the oil on your scalp and leave it for overnight. Rinse your hair in the morning with your shampoo.

You can also take a tablespoon of freshly grounded flax-seeds in the morning with a glass of water.

Potato

Lack of Vitamin A,B,C in your body makes your dull, dry and brittle. Potatoes are rich in Vitamin C,B6 and fibre which gives you relieve from dandruff, baldness, dry hair. Potato makes your hair shiny, healthy and silky.

How to use: Extract the potato juice of three potatoes by grating it. Add 1 egg yolk and 2 tablespoon of lemon juice in it. Apply this on your scalp and leave it for 30-40 minutes. Wash it with lukewarm water without using any shampoo.

Lemon 

Lemons are richest source of vitamin C which make hair stronger and healthier. Lemon clears dandruff owing to its anti fungal properties. Limonene in lemons gives shine to dull and dry hair. Lemon juice strengthens the hair follicles thus stimulating hair growth.

How to use: Squeeze the lemon juice from the lemon wedge on your scalp and hair. Massage the scalp with lemon wedge for 5-10 minutes. Keep it as such for another 10 more minutes. Rinse Your hair with mild shampoo.

Follow these natural home remedies and see the soft, silky, shiny and healthy texture of your hair. Feel free to provide the feedback in the comments section.

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