We all love shiny long hair but in today’s polluted environment it seems like a farfetched dream. Our contaminated surroundings makes our hair brittle and dry and prone to hair fall. It can make you look far older than your age and no one likes a receding hair line. Nowadays there are many products available in the market that claim to stop hair fall and improve the quality of your hair.
A more realistic approach will tell you that in today’s hustle bustle and stressful life, it is inevitable that none of these chemicals work that effectively. Hair fall can be a menace and it needs a more holistic approach.
So instead of retorting to over the counter remedies and chemicals, try to find these 5 ingredients in your kitchen and you too can have beautiful and healthy hair without the unwanted side effects of chemicals.
5 HEALTHY INGREDIENTS THAT WILL STOP HAIR FALL
- EGGS:
Who doesn’t love a good cheese omelet? But did you know that eggs can be really beneficial to prevent hair fall and nourish your hair?
Eggs are rich in selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin D, iron, zinc and copper. Packed with these wonderful nutrients, eggs are one of the best ways to nourish your dry and brittle hair
Here’s how to make a hair mask out of eggs:
Ingredients:
- 1 egg white
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
(You might need more of these ingredients if you have longer hair)
What you need to do?
Take all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk it until it forms a smooth paste. Apply it to your hair and scalp. Wash it with cool water and shampoo after 20 minutes
Apply this hair mask once a week for long shiny hair.
- GREEN TEA:
We have all heard that green tea is great for weight loss as it is packed with antioxidants.
But did you know that those antioxidants are also very beneficial in treating hair loss and strengthening you brittle hair? Sounds incredible, right?
Here’s how you can use it:
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon loose green tea leaves
What you need to do?
Steep green tea leaves in warm water for few minutes. (As you normally do for your tea). Apply it all over your hair and scalp. A spray bottle would be useful for this. Leave it on for an hour and then rinse off your hair with cool water. You can apply this every time you wash your hair.
- BANANA:
Banana is an all-time favorite fruit which is high in potassium but many people are unaware of its benefits as an excellent hair loss remedy.
This every day fruit can return the shine of your hair and strengthen them within a month of regular use.
Here’s how to use it:
Ingredients:
- 1 over ripe banana
- ½ cup of curd
What you need to do?
Take the over ripe banana and mash it into a smooth consistency. Mix it in half a cup of curd and whisk it to form a smooth paste. Apply it on your scalp and hair. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse it out with warm water. Use it every week for healthy shiny hair.
- HENNA
For those of you who don’t know, Henna is a naturally occurring plant that is traditionally used for drawing temporary tattoos and dyeing hair.
It is a natural conditioner and will give you beautiful silky hair with just one use.
Here’s how to make a henna hair pack:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of dry henna
- ½ cup yoghurt
What you need to do?
Mix dry henna powder with ½ cup of yoghurt and mix it into a smooth consistency. Apply it evenly on your hair from roots to tips. Leave the pack on until it is completely dry and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
- INDIAN GOOSEBERRY (AMLA)
Indian gooseberry, commonly known as amla in local South Asian households, is a magical fruit full of valuable nutrients.
It has an abundance of vitamin C which accelerates hair growth while avoiding further hair loss.
Here’s how to use it:
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons amla powder or amla juice
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
What do you need to do?
Mix Amla powder or juice in lime juice and form a paste. Mix a little water to dilute it. Apply this mixture on your scalp and leave it to dry. Wash it off with lukewarm water. Apply this once a month for strong and beautiful hair.
