Hair loss – the dreaded word for both, men and women. Causes can vary from person to person, being emotional or physical stress, medications, hair abuse, auto-immune disease, crash diets, nutritional deficiency, high grade fever and the list can go on and on. With hair loss in can even be 2 or 3 causes working together! And its usually so hard to identify the cause unless your are diagnosed with an auto-immune disease or are taking medication known to cause hair loss as a side effect.
Other than having a healthy diet and TLC, we can really bring back that much sought after, healthy mane back to life by incorporating the below mentioned Ayurvedic herbs for hair in our daily lives:
Herbal treatment for hair loss:
1. Aloe-Vera:
Aloe Vera does it all, be it conditioning, promotes hair growth, prevents hair loss, combats sebum and much more. Extract aloe vera gel from the plant and directly apply on the scalp and leave it for atleast 2 hrs before rinsing. This not only arrests hair loss but also promotes hair growth.
2. Ginseng:
Ginseng is believed to stimulate the blood circulation, thus increasing the blood supply to the hair follicles. If taking ginseng supplements, it would be better to take them along with vitamin B6 and zinc supplements. For topical application, any hair oil infused with the ginseng root can do wonders.
Rosemary is a powerful herb for hair growth. It not only prevents hair loss but also stimulates new hair growth, detoxifies scalp and restores hair pigmentation. Though rosemary tea will do good but the most effective way is to use rosemary infused oil on the scalp.
4. Indian Gooseberry:
Indian gooseberry also known as “Amla” is rich in Vitamin Cand other minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, iron, Vitamin B complex and carotene. It promotes hair growth, strengthens hair roots and increases shine. It can be eaten fresh or in dried form or in the powdered form for its benefits. Coconut oil infused with the gooseberry should be massaged on the scalp for maximum benefits.
5. Neem:
Neem has strong anti-bacterial properties which are useful for the remedy of itchy, dandruff-prone scalp. It stimulates blood circulation of the scalp, when applied topically. Neem oil is useful in thinning hair and premature graying.
6. Sage:
Sage has antiseptic and astringent benefits for the hair. I f used wisely, it results in thicker and stronger hair. 7. Burdock:
Burdock root oil extract is rich in phytosterols and essential fatty acids, the nutrients that are required to maintain healthy scalp and promote natural hair growth.
8. Bhringraj: Bhringaraj is the most powerful herb used for the remedy of hair loss and premature graying. It results in healthy hair, healthy scalp and promotes new hair growth.
9. Jatamansi:
Jatamansi infused with oil is very helpful I preventing hair loss and premature graying.
Herbal remedies incorporate one or more of the above mentioned ingredients to combat hair loss. The results vary from person to person depending on the reason for hairloss. These herbal natural remedies are passed on from generation to generation and now it’s our turn to make the most out of it from these hair care herbs.
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