Hair Care

How To Use Neem Oil For Hair

April 27, 2018 By Gnanika Leave a Comment

Are you still wasting money on hair care products and not getting the expected results?

Starting from teenagers to oldies every person has a dream of having long and healthy hair.

But majority of the people are facing hair related problems such as hair fall, dandruff, fungal infection etc. which may occur due to the unhealthy food, pollution or low maintenance.

To overcome these problems 8 out of 10 people use the artificial products available in the market. These products are full of chemicals and can be harmful to your hair.

So, neem oil is considered as best option to treat all the hair and scalp related problems.

Neem oil is rich in vitamin E that enhances the growth of hair and it removes the excessive sebum from the scalp to unblock the hair follicles. This protects scalp from various bacterial infections. The anti inflammatory properties helps in preventing the inflammation of the scalp.

Now, let us look at the different methods of using neem oil for hair care. Follow these methods regularly to obtain the effective results quickly.

Benefits of Neem Oil:

Neem oil improves hair growth:

Neem oil is rich in fatty acids and anti oxidants that are capable of promoting hair growth. Other than that neem oil has various benefits such as it provides strength to the hair and protects your hair by preventing the blockage of follicles.

Provides healthy scalp:

Maintaining a clean and healthy scalp is the key for long and beautiful hair. So, neem oil removes the excess oil from the scalp and unclogs the hair follicles. This helps in maintaining a healthy scalp for hair growth. The anti fungal and anti inflammatory properties of neem oil kills the bacteria and avoids inflammation of the scalp.

Removes dandruff:

The anti-fungal property of neem is useful in fighting against the candida fungus that is responsible for dandruff. Thus, neem oil removes the dandruff and regular usage of neem oil prevents dandruff completely by balancing the pH level of scalp.

Avoids premature greying of hair:

The nutrients and proteins present in the hair are beneficial for hair and scalp. They also prevent the premature greying of hair and provide black hair for long time.

Fights against eczema:

Neem oil is helpful in treating the eczema where scalp is completely dry and itchy. The fatty acid present in the neem oil penetrates deep into the scalp and helps in restoring the moisture in the scalp and hair. It also provides soothing and calming effect by reducing the itchiness of the scalp.

Prevents split ends:

Neem oil has a special property of healing the damaged hair so; neem oil when applied regularly to hair prevents split ends.

Gets rid of hair lice:

Neem oil has azardirachtin, which kills the lice and stops their reproduction. The bitter taste and strong smell of neem oil will make lice to move out from the hair. so, to completely get rid of lice you can keep it overnight on your head. Next day morning you can comb and remove all the lice.

Preparation of Neem oil at home:

Rather than purchasing neem oil from the stores we can prepare it easily in the home using fresh neem leaves and coconut oil.

Required ingredients:

Neem leaves
½ cup virgin coconut oil
Water

Method of preparation…..

Take some neem leaves and wash them properly with water.
Now take a jar and put all the leaves inside it to blend properly to form a thick paste.
Then, take a double boiler and pour virgin coconut oil into it.
You can heat the oil till it melts down completely.
Take 4-5 tablespoons of thick paste of neem leaves.
Mix it well and heat for 10-15 minutes.
Now, you can observe the colour of the oil is changing to dark green.
Once colour changes completely switch of the heat.
Allow it to cool down and apply directly to hair.

Top 5 methods of using neem oil for hair growth:

1^st method: Neem oil and coconut oil

Coconut oil improves hair growth by going deep inside the hair follicles. It has anti bacterial, anti viral and antifungal properties which protects scalp from any fungal infections. Coconut oil combined with neem oil provides tons of benefits to hair and makes them thicker and shiner. They also contribute in eliminating hair breakage, dandruff and hair fall.

Required ingredients:

3 tablespoons neem oil
3 tablespoons coconut oil

Method of preparation…..

First take a small bowl and add equal amounts of neem oil and coconut oil into it.
Now, take a sauce pan and add hot water to it.
Keep the oil bowl inside the pan till the oil warms up.
Then, using your finger tips massage the scalp gently for 10 minutes.
Take a shower cap and put it to cover the entire hair.
Allow it to sit for about 6-7 hours or overnight till your scalp absorbs all the oil.
Rinse it off thoroughly by using shampoo.
For best results you can use this method two times in week.

2^nd method: Neem oil and sea salt

Sea salt is also beneficial in improving the hair, the application of the sea salt helps in proper blood circulation in the scalp. So, massaging sea salt with neem oil helps in stimulating hair follicles for the better growth of hair.

Required ingredients:

2 tablespoons neem oil
1 tablespoon sea salt
Small bowl
Shower cap

Method of using…..

Take a small bowl and add neem oil along with sea salt to it.
Mix it well and apply directly on to the scalp.
Massage gently for 10 minutes and leave it untouched for 30 minutes.
Then, rinse it off thoroughly using some mild shampoo.
You can repeat it once in a week for improvement of hair growth.

3^rd method: Neem oil and aloevera gel

Aloevera has lot of properties that fights against bacteria and keeps scalp free from infections and dandruff. It also enhances the growth of hair and reduces dandruff. Neem oil and aloevera gel together can be very beneficial for your hair.

Required ingredients:

3-4 tablespoons aloevera gel
4-5 tablespoons neem oil

Method of using…..

Comb your hair properly before using this method.
Apply aloevera gel on the scalp to the length of the hair.
After 5 minutes take neem oil on your palm and massage gently using your finger tips.
Wear a shower cap to cover the hair and leave overnight.
Next day morning you can wash it using some mild shampoo.

4^th method: (Neem oil with fenugreek seeds)

Fenugreek seeds have high amount of proteins that improves hair growth and strengthens the hair. Fenugreek seeds paste is usually used as one of the best home remedies to get rid of dandruff.

Required Ingredients:

½ cup neem oil
2 teaspoons fenugreek powder

Method of using…..

Take a small bowl and pour ½ cup of neem oil and 2 teaspoons of fenugreek powder.
Mix thoroughly and heat the oil just to warm up.
Now, turn off the heat and allow the oil to cool down.
Then, take few drops of oil on your palm and massage thoroughly onto your scalp.
Leave it for 2-3 hours and wash using some mild shampoo.

5^th method: (Hibiscus flower and Neem oil)

Hibiscus leaves and flower both have various benefits; they contain vitamin C that improves the production of collagen. This is helpful in the growth of hair and provides thickness to the hair.

Required Ingredients:

1 hibiscus flower
4-5 tablespoons nee oil

Using method…..

Take a hibiscus flower (dried or fresh) and crush it completely.
In a bowl, put neem oil and mix it with the hibiscus flower crush.
Heat this oil on a medium flame for 3-4 seconds.
Then turn off the flame and allow it to soak down for about 1 hour.
Afterwards you can massage this oil on your scalp as well as complete length of the hair.
Rinse off after 1 hour using a natural or some mild shampoo.

Tips and precautions:

Neem oil has a very strong smell which may not be liked by anyone so, to avoid that you can put 2-3 drops of essential oil to it.
Before applying anything to your scalp it is better to do a patch test for checking out any kind of irritation or allergies.
Do no store neem oil in cool places as it may solidify so, you can keep it in some normal temperature.
For long and healthy hair you can also follow some diet and do some regular exercises.
Usually the regular usage of neem oil may show effective results in just 1 or 2 months. However, they may vary from person to person depending on his health.
It is also safer to prepare neem oil in home rather than purchasing it from outside because it may be altered and addition of other substances can sometimes cause hair fall.
It is recommended to use neem oil only for external applications because there is no safe evidence for consuming it internally.

Frequently asked questions:

Can i use neem powder in combination with coconut oil?

Yes, neem powder has lots of benefits which fights against the eczema, dandruff and improves hair growth. So, combination of neem powder and coconut oil results in promoting the hair growth of hair.

Will neem oil regrow hair?

Neem oil is useful in improving the hair growth and it eliminates the excess oil from the sebum and maintains good scalp. Thus, this leads to growth of hair.

Can i use neem tea for washing my hair?

Yes, you can use neem tea for getting of frizzy hair. Take 10-12 leaves of neem and boil it in 2 cups of water. Continue boiling for about 15-20 minutes. Allow it to coo, down completely. For best results add a teaspoon of honey and rinse your hair using this mixture.

Can i use neem oil for dry scalp?

Neem oil has various benefits and you can use it by mixing it with the coconut oil. This soothes the scalp and prevents itching or redness occurring due to dry scalp.

Summary

Neem oil is a product with numerous benefits that are helpful in treatment of hair related problems. Applying neem hair regularly has shown positive results among most of the people.

Please let us know how your experience was by using these methods. If you have any doubts you can write to us in the comment section below. Our team of experts will clarify them as soon as possible.

10 Best Natural Remedies for Dry, Flaky Scalp

February 8, 2018 By Sruthika Leave a Comment

A healthy scalp resembles a healthy and beautiful hair but in these days, almost everyone is suffering from scalp problems, especially with the dry flaky scalp.

Do you have a dry flaky scalp? Then you definitely know how embarrassing its appearance and make the people to lose their confidence to move socially.

When and What Causes Dry Flaky Scalp?

There will be a rise in the number of sufferers from dry flaky scalp during dry winter months. Although, there is a big list of factors that causes dry flaky scalp like dandruff, lack of moisture, dry air, scalp infections (like psoriasis, eczema), scalp fungus, dehydration, poor nutritional diet, improper hair care, usage of harsh chemical based shampoos or hair care products, hair styling products, etc.

Why Dry Flaky Scalp Appears?

In general, our scalp contains sebaceous glands (oil producing glands) which function to produce oil essential to moisturize the scalp and skin. But due to any reason (including above causes) if these glands get affected and produce less or no oil then we will definitely suffer from this dry, flaky scalp.

Symptoms of Dry Flaky Scalp:

The main symptoms you will experience while suffering from this dry flaky scalp is dryness, itching, flakes, increased hair fall, etc. however the symptoms get worse if not treated this dry flaky scalp on time.

Wandering how to clear this dry flaky scalp without damaging the scalp and hair? The right choice is to choose natural ways that help you in getting rid of the problem without over-drying or damaging your scalp. So, here we are explaining you some best natural remedies which you can follow at home (without spending more money on spas or hair products).

Home Remedies to get rid of Dry Flaky Scalp:

Instead of going for expensive cosmetic hair products or treatments for treating dry flaky scalp, just give a trial to these natural home treatments for clearing the dryness and flakiness on the scalp without any side effects.

Let’s get started…

Remedy – 1: (Coconut Oil)

Coconut oil is excellent natural hair oil that effectively treats hair and scalp problems, including the dry flaky scalp. It exhibits antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties which help to clear the microbial action on the scalp.

It moisturizes and nourishes the scalp to prevent dryness, flaking, and itching and thereby stimulates the hair growth and prevents brittleness. Massaging your scalp will encourage the blood circulation and thus supplies the oil to each follicle to promote hair growth.

What you need:

Coconut oil
Mild shampoo
Water

What to do:

Take a few tablespoons of virgin coconut oil and warm it slightly.
Then apply this warm oil on your scalp and hair.
Massage the hair and scalp gently in a circular motion for a few minutes till the oil gets absorbed into the scalp.
Prefer to apply this warm oil on the scalp at night before bedtime.
Leave it for overnight or for at least 2 – 3 hours to moisturize the scalp.
Finally, rinse the hair with mild shampoo and lukewarm water.
Repeat the same process for once daily or on every alternate day to moisturize your scalp and to get rid of the dry flaky scalp.

Note: Or mix 1 teaspoon each of coconut oil, almond oil, and fresh aloe vera gel and stir well. Use it to rub gently on all over the scalp and hair for about 15 minutes. After that, rinse off with a mild shampoo and repeat 2 – 3 times a week.

Remedy – 2: (Olive Oil)

Olive oil is also the best oil that widely used to moisturize the scalp, skin, and hair. It contains antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties that treat your scalp problems effectively. It retains the moisture and thereby nourishes the hair to get rid of this dryness, itching, and flakiness on the scalp.

What you need:

Olive oil
Shampoo
Warm water

What to do:

Take some extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl and warm it slightly.
Apply this warm oil on all over the scalp and hair.
Massage gently for about 10 – 15 minutes to get the oil well absorbed into the scalp.
Leave it for about 2 – 3 hours to overnight and rinse your hair thoroughly with a mild shampoo and warm water.
Repeat the same warm olive oil application on the scalp and hair for 3 – 4 times a week to retain the moisture and also to get rid of dryness and flaking on the scalp.

Note: Also, use castor oil, jojoba oil or almond oil instead of using coconut oil.

Remedy – 3: (Lemon Juice)

The excellent exfoliating and skin lightening properties of lemon will help to remove the dry and flaky skin from the scalp. It effectively cleanses the scalp to remove the dead skin cells and thereby prevent clogging pores and hair loss.

Here are a few ways of using lemon for treating dry flaky scalp.

Method – 1: (Lemon Juice)

Lemon juice disinfects the scalp to keep it clean and free from microbes and dead skin cells.

What you need:

Lemon – 1
Water
Shampoo

What to do:

Cut a lemon in half and squeeze it to extract its juice.
Dilute this fresh lemon juice by adding some water to it.
Apply this lemon water on the scalp and rinse off after a few minutes with shampoo and warm water.
Repeat the same process regularly until you get complete relief from this dry flaky scalp.

Method – 2: (Lemon Juice with Olive Oil)

The combination of lemon juice with olive oil helps to cleanse the scalp and moisturizes to prevent dry and flaky scalp.

What you need:

Lemon – 1
Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Hot water
Towel
Mild shampoo

What to do:

Extract the juice of 1 lemon and mix it well in a bowl filled with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Place this bowl in a tub of hot water for a couple of minutes to warm the lemon olive oil mixture.
Use this warm mixture to massage your scalp but be careful to avoid any blistered areas.
Then soak a clean towel in the hot water and wring it to wrap on your hair.
Let it sit for about 15 – 20 minutes and rinse off with a mild shampoo and warm water.
Continue doing the same process till you get relief from the dry flaky scalp.

Note: Or use raw honey instead of olive oil in this method to get rid of this problem.

Method – 3: (Lemon Juice with Honey and Bean Curd)

Bean curd (or tofu) helps to moisturize the scalp and this combination will work well in clearing the scalp and restoring its moisture. It also helps to clear the itching, irritation, dryness, and flaking.

What you need:

Bean curd – 2 tablespoons
Honey – 2 tablespoons
Fresh Lemon juice – 4 tablespoons
Mild shampoo
Water

What to do:

Mix bean curd, raw honey and fresh lemon juice in a bowl.
Stir well and use it to massage your scalp gently for a few minutes.
Let it sit for about 30 – 45 minutes and rinse off your hair with natural shampoo and warm water.
Continue doing this process daily till your dandruff, dryness and flaky scalp is under control.
After that, repeat this process for once a week regularly.

Remedy – 4: (Apple Cider Vinegar)

The rich content of antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties of apple cider vinegar (ACV) will act as an excellent treatment for dry, flaky scalp. It also balances the pH levels of the scalp and skin to prevent itching and irritation and also clears the dead and accumulated cells on the scalp.

What you need:

Apple cider vinegar – 5 tablespoons
Water – 3 to 4 tablespoons

What to do:

Combine raw, organic apple cider vinegar and water in a bowl and stir well.
Apply this mixture on your scalp and massage gently for 5 – 7 minutes.
Leave it for another 15 – 20 minutes and rinse the area with mild shampoo and water.
Regular follow – up will definitely help you in moisturizing your scalp and enhance a healthy hair growth.

Note: Or simply apply pure apple cider vinegar without diluting with water on your scalp but remember that your skin should not be sensitive.

Remedy – 5: (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera is a well known moisturizing agent that helps a lot in moisturizing the scalp and hair and thus prevents this dry flaky scalp problem. It has antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties that help to deal with psoriasis or eczema or fungus causing this dry flakiness on the scalp.

This aloe vera gel not only moisturizes or nourishes the scalp but also removes heat from the head by acting as a cooling agent to get rid of dry and flaky scalp.

What you need:

Aloe vera
Shampoo

What to do:

Take an aloe vera leaf and squeeze out its gel.
Apply this fresh aloe vera gel on the scalp by concentrating more on the scalp area where you find over dryness.
Let it sit for a few hours to overnight and finally, rinse the scalp with water and natural shampoo.
Repeat the same process regularly until you get rid of dry flaky scalp.

Note:

Or mix a few drops of essential oil (tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil or peppermint oil) in this aloe vera gel and apply it on the scalp. Rinse off with lukewarm water after an hour and repeat the process for twice a week regularly.
Or simply mix freshly taken aloe vera gel to your shampoo and use it to get rid of the dry or flaky scalp.

Remedy – 6: (Herbs)

There are many herbs like sage and thyme that perform well in clearing the scalp dryness and flaking. These herbs cleanse the scalp by removing the accumulation of dead skin cells and relieve itching with its cooling effect.

What you need:

Crushed Sage leaves – 1 tablespoon
Crushed thyme leaves – 1 tablespoon
Small Pot
Water

What to do:

Take enough sage and thyme leaves and crush them properly.
Then add this crushed leaves to a small pot which is filled with water.
Turn on the heat to boil the water for about a few minutes.
Cover the pot and keep it aside to cool down the mixture.
Finally, use this herbal water to rinse off your hair (or) use it as your final rinse to get rid of dry flaky scalp.

Note:

Or simply use this sage infused water or thyme infused water separately to rinse your hair. Continue this rinsing process till you control the dryness and flakiness of the scalp.
Alternatively, use neem leaves rinse by simply boiling some neem leaves in water and allow it to cool down. Strain the liquid and rinse your hair with this neem water for 2 – 3 times a week regularly.

Remedy – 7: (Egg White and Yogurt)

We all know that egg is enriched with several proteins (keratin) and nutrients that strengthen your hair follicles and moisturize your scalp. Yogurt acts as a natural moisturizer that moisturizes your scalp and the lactic acid content of yogurt will exfoliate the scalp to remove dirt and dead cells on the scalp.

So, this combination works well in treating the scalp and hair problems, including this dry flaky scalp.

What you need:

Egg – 1
Yogurt – 1 cup
Natural shampoo

What to do:

Separate an egg white from an egg and mix it well in plain yogurt.
Stir well and apply it on your scalp thoroughly.
Leave it for about 30 minutes and rinse off with shampoo.
Continue doing the same process for thrice a week until you get relief from the problem.

Remedy – 8: (Avocado)

The high content of fat in avocado will help to moisturize the scalp and skin. The essential nutrients in avocado will help a lot in enhancing the healthy hair growth by preventing the dry and flaky scalp. It removes the accumulation of dead skin cells and leaves your scalp clean and well nourished.

What you need:

Avocado
Lukewarm water

What to do:

Take an avocado and smash it to make a fine paste.
Apply this paste on the scalp and hair thoroughly as a mask.
Leave it for at least an hour so that the pulp will get well absorbed into the scalp.
Finally, wash your hair with a mild shampoo and lukewarm water.
Continue doing this process for at least once in a week to moisturize your scalp and thereby to get relief from dry, itchy and flaky scalp.

Remedy – 9: (Fenugreek Seeds)

Fenugreek seeds have excellent antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties that help in clearing the scalp and improves blood circulation. It improves and controls the production of sebum which in turn helps a lot in treating dry and flaky scalp.

What you need:

Fenugreek seeds
Water
Shampoo

What to do:

Pour a few fenugreek seeds in a bowl of water and soak it for overnight.
In the next morning, grind these soaked seeds to make a fine paste.
Apply this paste on all over the scalp and leave it for at least an hour.
Finally, rinse the hair with fenugreek soaked water.
Repeat the same process regularly to get rid of a dry flaky scalp.

Remedy – 10: (Oatmeal)

Oatmeal is enriched with all essential nutrients and vitamin E that help you in dealing with dryness and flakiness of the scalp. It cleanses and moisturizes the scalp by exfoliating to remove the dead cells, product buildup. It soothes the scalp and thereby gives relief from itching and irritation.

What you need:

Oatmeal – 2 tablespoons
Water – 1/2 cup

What to do:

Take oatmeal and grind it to make a fine powder.
Add this oats powder to water and stir well to make a paste.
Apply this paste on the scalp and massage gently with your fingers for a few minutes.
Let it sit for about 30 – 40 minutes and wash your hair with cool water.
Continue this process daily for a few days and then go for once or twice a week to keep your scalp moisturized and to prevent the recurrence of this dry flaky scalp.

Tips and Precautions:

The use of too much shampoo or its frequency will increase the chance of leaving residue on the scalp. So, shampoo your hair 2 – 3 times a week and also rinse off your hair thoroughly after using shampoo or else it causes scalp irritation and flakiness.
Exfoliating your scalp regularly will help to get rid of dry, dead skin cells and other product residues on the scalp. So, mix 1 – 2 tablespoons of sugar in your shampoo and use it to exfoliate your scalp with your fingers and rinse off after a few minutes.
Don’t use extremely hot water to rinse your hair, as it causes dryness, itching, and irritation. Also, avoid the over usage of hair styling heat products such as blow dryers or hair straighteners to prevent dryness, flakiness, and itching on the scalp.
Massaging your scalp will increase the blood circulation and clears the blocked pores by controlling the sebum production. This massaging will also loosen the dead cells, dandruff flakes and relaxes your stressed head and brain.
Consult your doctor if you’re suffering from the recurrence of dry flaky scalp to know the root cause and to get proper diagnose and treatment.
Also, apply essential oils (such as tea tree oil, peppermint oil or lavender oil) by mixing with any carrier oil (like coconut or olive or almond oil) on the scalp and rinse off after a few minutes.
Drink ample amounts of water to stay hydrated why because lack of water will cause skin cells to shred and flake off.
Consume a healthy and well-balanced diet that contains fish oils (omega – 3 acids), lean proteins, green leafy vegetables, etc. to strengthen your hair follicles and to keep your scalp clean and healthy for healthy hair growth that prevents dry flaky scalp.

Final Word:

Try all these natural remedies for treating dry flaky scalp. Do you know any other successful natural remedies to get rid of the dry flaky scalp? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

How to Increase Hair Volume Naturally

February 2, 2018 By Sruthika Leave a Comment

Hair fall and baldness are most common hair related beauty problems in the current scenario. Everyone desires to have a head full of healthy, voluminous and lustrous hair to enhance their beauty and personality.

It has become like a farfetched dream to increase the hair volume due to various reasons like environmental pollutions, unhealthy diet, and improper eating habits, stress, hormonal imbalance, usage of wrong or harsh chemical based hair care products, excessive usage of hair blowers or hair styling products, allergies, age, heredity, etc.

Most of us, (including me) are struggling to keep the hair on the head rather than on the hairbrush while combing the hair. However, there are many hair care products available in the market but they work externally and gives temporary relief from the problem.

But to get permanent and long-lasting relief, you have to concentrate on your diet and eating habits along with lifestyle habits. Here, in this article, we will provide you some amazing home remedies to increase your hair volume and to boost hair growth naturally.

All these natural remedies will help you in getting right diet, caring your hair and scalp along with managing your stress levels. Read on to know how to increase the hair volume and boost the hair naturally.

Home Remedies to Increase Hair Volume and Boost Hair Growth:

Have a look at these effective home remedies that help you in getting the volume to the hair by boosting the growth of new hairs on the scalp.

Remedy – 1: (Indian Gooseberry)

Indian gooseberry (or amla) is a packed with antibacterial, exfoliating, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that help to clear the scalp and enhance the growth of new hair follicles to make you enjoy with long cascading hair.

Simply, use it in the form of paste or oil on the hair will help you in grabbing thick and voluminous shiny hair. Here are a few ways of using Indian gooseberry (or amla) to increase the hair volume.

Method – 1: (Gooseberry Oil)

Put 1 tablespoon of Indian gooseberry powder in a bowl.
Then add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil to this powder and stir well.
Heat the mixture slightly and strain it
Now apply this amla infused oil on the roots and lengths of your hair (preferably at night before bedtime).
Massage gently for a few minutes and leave it for overnight.
In the next morning, rinse your hair with lukewarm water and dry your hair.
For best results, repeat this process for once or twice a week regularly.

Method – 2: (Amla Paste)

Pour 1 cup each of Indian gooseberry and warm water in a bowl.
Stir well to make a fine paste and keep the mix aside for 10 – 15 minutes.
Apply this paste on your hair and scalp thoroughly.
Finally, rinse your hair with warm water without shampooing.
Continue applying this paste for thrice a week regularly till you enjoy a healthy voluminous shiny hair.

Remedy – 2: (Onion Juice)

The rich content of sulphur in onion will help in the collagen production and thereby enhance the hair quality. This will stimulate the proper blood circulation and also has an antioxidant enzyme called catalase that helps a lot in strengthening and improving the hair strands elasticity and thus prevent the hair breakage.

Here are a few ways of using onion juice for hair growth.

Method – 1: (Onion Juice with Yogurt and Coconut Oil)

Add enough quantities of freshly squeezed onion juice, melted coconut oil, and yogurt in a bowl.
Stir well to make a fine paste and apply this on the hair from top to ends.
Leave it for a few minutes to rinse off with water and mild shampoo.
Do the same process for twice a week regularly to get effective results.

Method – 2: (Onion Juice with Honey)

Combine 1 tablespoon of raw honey and a few drops of essential oil in 1/4 cup of fresh onion juice.
Stir well and spread this mix on all over the hair and scalp by concentrating more on the bald patches.
Massage for a couple of minutes and wash your hair with lukewarm water and mild shampoo after 20 – 30 minutes.
Regular application of this process for 2 – 3 times a week will help you in giving relief from baldness.

Remedy – 3: (Green Tea)

Drinking green tea will provide various health benefits, which is well known by everyone but do you know that green tea aids in healthy hair growth? Yes, it contains antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help in growing your hair healthy.

Prepare a green tea by steep a green tea bag (or 1 teaspoon of green tea leaves) in 1 cup of hot water for about 3 – 5 minutes.
Leave the tea till it reaches lukewarm and then use this tea water to rinse your dry hair.
Repeat it regularly for once a week until you get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 4: (Warm Oil Massage)

Massaging your scalp will definitely help you in increasing the blood circulation and thereby aids in healthy roots to prevent hair loss. The best oils for this hair massage are coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, jojoba oil or any essential oils with some carrier oils.

Take enough warm oil and apply it on the scalp and hair thoroughly.
Massage the hair and scalp in circular motions for a few minutes.
After that, wrap your hair in a warm towel to provide the conditioning effect to your hair.
Leave it for a few minutes to overnight.
Rinse off your hair with lukewarm water and a mild shampoo.
Repeat the same process regularly to control the hair fall and prevent baldness.

Remedy – 5: (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera moisturizes and nourishes your hair and thereby helps to increase your hair volume. It has all essential nutrients and enzymes that help you in getting thick and lustrous hair.

Here are a few ways of using aloe vera for hair growth.

Method – 1: (Aloe Vera)

Extract aloe vera gel freshly from an aloe vera leaf.
Apply this gel all over the hair and scalp by concentrating more on the bald patches of the hair.
Let it sit for 2 – 3 hours or overnight and rinse off with water.
Repeat the same process for once or twice a week regularly to control the hair fall and to enjoy shiny soft hair.

Method – 2: (Aloe Vera with Coconut Milk)

Mix 2 teaspoons of coconut milk in some fresh aloe vera gel and stir well.
Apply this mixture on the scalp and let it sit for about 30 – 45 minutes.
After that, rinse your hair with warm water and shampoo.
Continue doing the same process for once or twice a week regularly.

Method – 3: (Aloe Vera with Green Tea)

The antioxidants in green tea and vitamin E in aloe vera will help to boost up the new hair growth. Here is a simple pack that helps to improve your hair volume and keeps your hair soft and manageable.

Heat 1/2 cup of water and add 2 – 3 spoons of green tea leaves in this water.
Allow it to soak for 4 – 5 minutes and strain the leaves to collect the concoction.
Then blend some aloe vera pulp with this tea leaf concoction to make a fine paste.
Apply it on the scalp and hair and rinse off with water after an hour.
Avoid using a shampoo or cleanser, as you can simply rinse off with water.
Repeat the same process regularly until you get relief from the problem.

Note: Also, consume 1 tablespoon of aloe vera juice in the morning on an empty stomach every day to grab a healthy hair growth.

Remedy – 6: (Eggs)

Eggs are packed with full of proteins and nutrients that help to make your hair strong and thick. So, eggs are widely used as a hair mask to increase the volume of your hair and make it healthy.

Here are a few ways of using eggs for healthy hair growth.

Method – 1: (Eggs)

Beat 1 – 2 eggs in a bowl and apply this egg mixture on the wet hair.
Let it sit for about 30 – 45 minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water and a mild shampoo.
Continue doing the same process for once or twice a week regularly.

Method – 2: (Egg Yolk)

Separate an egg yolk and add 1 tablespoon of your hair oil (coconut oil) and 2 tablespoons of water to this egg yolk.
Stir well and use this mixture to massage on your scalp thoroughly for a few minutes.
Leave for another few minutes and rinse your hair with water and mild shampoo.
Follow this process for once a week regularly to increase your hair volume and make it healthy and shiny.

Remedy – 7: (Fenugreek Seeds)

We all know that fenugreek helps a lot in maintaining the hair soft, smooth and healthy. It increases the volume of your hair with its excellent antibacterial, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties that help to remove dandruff and nourish your hair with its essential nutrients.

Soak enough fenugreek seeds in a bowl with water at night before bedtime.
Let the seeds soak for overnight and in the next morning, grind the seeds by adding a little of this soaking water to make a fine paste.
Apply this paste on the hair and scalp thoroughly.
Let it sit for about 1 – 2 hours and then rinse your hair thoroughly with water.
You will definitely feel the difference of before and after applying of fenugreek seeds on the hair.
Apply this fenugreek mask for once a week regularly to grab the healthy and voluminous soft hair.

Remedy – 8: (Natural Oils)

There are many natural oils that help you in strengthening your hair and thereby prevent hair fall and baldness. Have a look at some best natural oils that make your hair grow strong healthy and shiny.

Coconut Oil – Warm some coconut oil and apply it on the hair and scalp. Massage gently for a few minutes and rinse off with water after a few hours or overnight. Repeat it regularly.

Vitamin E Oil – Extract vitamin E oil from the capsules and massage the oil on the scalp. Leave for overnight and rinse off with warm water and mild shampoo to get soft, smooth and healthy hair.

Rosemary Oil – Combine 1 teaspoon of rosemary oil in 2 tablespoons of coconut oil. Stir well and apply it on the scalp and hair. Rinse off in the next morning or use rosemary oil-based hair products.

Argan Oil – Apply enough argan oil on the scalp till hair ends and massage gently for a few minutes. Rinse off with water after an hour or leave overnight. Do it regularly.

Sage Oil – Mix 1 teaspoon of sage oil in 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (or olive oil) and apply it to the scalp and hair. Leave for overnight and rinse off in the next morning.

Lavender Oil (or) Jojoba Oil (or) Flaxseed Oil – Mix 1 teaspoon of any of this oil in 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or coconut oil) and use it to massage on all over the scalp and hair. Leave for overnight and rinse with water and shampoo in the next morning.

Olive Oil – Mix some raw honey in extra virgin olive oil and apply it on the hair. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to rinse off with water. Dry the hair and repeat the same process to get a healthy hair.

Castor Oil – Combine equal quantities of castor oil and coconut oil in a bowl. Slightly heat the oil and apply it on the scalp and hair by massaging in circular motions. Cover the hair with a warm towel and rinse off after an hour with shampoo. Do it once a week to get thick and lustrous hair.

Garlic Oil – Prepare this oil by simply heating the 2 – 3 garlic cloves in 1 cup of coconut oil for a few minutes till the cloves turn brown. Strain the oil and apply it on the hair. Rinse off after 2 hours to get rid of these hair problems.

Also, Read More about How these Natural Oils helps to improve Hair Volume.

Tips and Precautions:

The antioxidant and antibacterial properties of cumin seeds will help to enhance volume and length to your hair. So, simply soak a few cumin seeds in olive oil for overnight and apply this oil on the hair in the next morning. Rinse off with warm water after 15 – 20 minutes.
Always remember to keep your hair and scalp clean by rinsing the hair for 2 – 3 times a week to get rid of hair loss.
Maintaining a balanced diet will definitely help you in increasing the hair volume and thereby keep your hair look healthy and lustrous. So, consume a healthy diet which is enriched with essential vitamins (A, B, C & E) and minerals (iron, zinc, sulphur, potassium, and copper) that help to increase the hair volume naturally.
Drinking ample amounts of water and other hydrating drinks (like herbal teas, soups, watery fruits, and vegetables) will help to flush out the toxins and to stay hydrated.
Using a good conditioner will keep your hair smooth and shiny. So, always apply a hair conditioner after shampooing your hair to make it untangle and shine naturally. But make sure to apply the conditioner 1- 2 inches away from the scalp.
Avoiding harmful chemicals, unnecessary hair products and procedures will definitely help you to notice less hair on the brush why because these chemical products will weaken the hair roots and makes it fragile and damaged.
You can also try other natural remedies like applying potato juice, avocado paste, hibiscus oil (hibiscus paste in sesame oil), henna paste, etc. on the hair and scalp and rinsing off after a few minutes will help you in increasing volume to your hair and make it look shiny and healthy.
Other than using chemical based shampoos, why don’t you try some natural shampoos like shikakai or reetha to use as a shampoo? Or mix some natural ingredients in your shampoo to prevent the effect of chemicals on the hair.
Avoid over usage of hair styling tools or hair blowers, as they dry out your hair and scalp and thereby weakens the hair follicles to fall out easily.
Reduce your stress levels by performing yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises to make you strong and healthy.
If you’re still suffering from these hair problems then consult your doctor for proper diagnoses and thereby to clear the root cause.

Final Word:

Try all these natural ways and consume a healthy diet. Do you know any other natural ways to get rid of hair fall and baldness? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

Home Remedies to get Soft Silky Hair Naturally

January 22, 2018 By Sruthika Leave a Comment

Soft, silky and smooth hair is a dream and desire to every woman. But due to many factors like stress, poor diet, usage of harsh hair care products, environmental pollutants, hectic lifestyle, aging, improper hair care, overexposure to sun, frequent usage of hair dyes or heating tools, hormonal imbalance, high mineral content in the water, certain health problems or illness, etc. the hair will become dry, dull and damaged.

In general, we feel envious when we see someone who has long and luscious hair locks. Stop worrying, you can also get back the natural softness and shine to your hair. Thinking of costly cosmetic hair care products or spending huge money at salons, No need.

You can get gorgeous soft, silky and smooth hair easily with few basic ingredients which are available at your home. Wondering, what are those ingredients to grow your hair smooth and silky? Then scroll down to know the best remedies that definitely help you in transforming your dull, damaged hair into a gorgeous healthy soft and smooth hair.

Home Remedies for Soft Silky Hair:

Have a look at these magical ingredients that definitely help you to get soft, silky smooth hair. Let’s get started…

Remedy – 1: (Honey)

Honey contains antioxidant, antibacterial, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and humectant properties that make it act as a natural hair softener and conditioner. It nourishes the hair by preventing the loss of moisture from the scalp and hair and thereby makes your hair glow soft and silky.

Here are a few ways of using honey for soft silky hair.

Method – 1:

Stir 1 teaspoon each of olive oil and fresh milk cream in 2 tablespoons of honey.
Shampoo your hair and apply this creamy mixture as a natural conditioner on your hair.
Then comb your wet hair gently from roots to tip thoroughly.
Wait for 5 – 7 minutes and rinse your hair with cold water.
Dry your hair gently and repeat the same process regularly to enjoy silky soft hair.

Note: Or mix 1/2 an avocado (or 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or an egg yolk) to 2 tablespoons of raw honey. Stir well and apply it on your wet hair. Rinse off with water and repeat the same process regularly to get rid of dry and damaged hair.

Method – 2:

The usage of most of the commercial hair lighteners will make your hair lose its natural shine and look dull & damaged. But the usage of honey will not only lighten (2 shades) your hair color but also add a natural shine to it.

Mix 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder in 2 tablespoons of raw honey.
Stir well and if you want, add 1 teaspoon of coconut or olive oil to it.
Stir and apply this mix on the hair and scalp by massaging gently from roots to tip.
Now sit in the sun for about 5 – 8 minutes to make your hair get lighter shades.
Finally, rinse your hair thoroughly with cool water to enjoy hair lightening without losing moisture and shine.

Method – 3:

Honey is an excellent remedy that adds volume to the hair without making it appear as thin hair.

Add 1 teaspoon of fresh hibiscus flower paste to 2 tablespoons of raw honey and stir well.
Apply this paste on the scalp and massage gently.
Leave it for 10 – 15 minutes and rinse off with cool water.
Continue doing the same process for once a week regularly to get rid of hair thinning.

Remedy – 2: (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera is enriched with all essential nutrients, minerals, enzymes, amino acids and folic acid that moisturizes and nourish your hair to make it look soft and silky.

Method – 1:

To make your hair look smooth, dry and unruly hair, regularly use aloe vera gel as your hair serum.

Combine 1 teaspoon each of raw honey and extra virgin olive oil in 2 tablespoons of fresh aloe vera gel.
Stir well and pour this hair serum onto your palms to apply it to your wet hair from roots to tip.
Rinse off your hair after 30 minutes with water and dry it thoroughly.

Method – 2:

Aloe vera not only adds extra volume to your hair but also moisturizes it to make your hair soft and frizz free.

Fill half of the small spray bottle with cool filtered water.
Then add 2 teaspoons of aloe vera gel to it.
Close the bottle and shake it well.
Now flip your head upside down to spray this mixture all over the hair.
Leave for a few minutes and repeat the same regularly to prevent dry and frizzy hair.

Method – 3:

The antifungal, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera will make it work as a natural treatment for dandruff and itchy scalp.

Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice and 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel in 1 glass of lukewarm water.
Stir well till bubbles start to form. Pour this mixture into a clean bottle to start using it as a natural anti-dandruff shampoo.
Regular usage will help to remove dandruff from hair and thereby makes your hair soft and silky.

Remedy – 3: (Milk)

Most people believe that milk is a complete nourishing ingredient for healthy hair. The rich content of minerals, proteins and vitamin B12 will help to grow your hair healthy, soft and manageable.

Method – 1:

The usage of pure raw milk will help you in getting smooth, straight and glossy hair.

Fill an empty hairspray bottle with 1/4 cup of raw thick milk.
Wet your hair and scalp with lukewarm water and spray this on all over the hair starting from roots to tip.
Then start combining your hair and let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes.
Wash your hair with cold water and repeat the same process regularly to leave your hair frizz-free, smooth and straight.

Method – 2:

This anti-hair loss pack will reduce premature hair graying, prevent hair fall and thereby baldness. To prepare this pack, you need to follow the below steps.

Take 5 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds paste (soak fenugreek seeds in warm water overnight and grind to make a fine paste) and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in 1/4 cup of thick milk.
Combine all these ingredients thoroughly and apply it all over the scalp.
Wait for 20 – 30 minutes and rinse off with water.
Continue doing the same process regularly to grow your hair silky and healthy.

Method – 3:

We all know that milk not only softens and smooth the dry, dull and damaged hair but also add volume to the hair.

Add 1 tablespoon of thick milk cream to your regularly used conditioner.
Stir well and coat your hair strands thoroughly.
Rinse the hair with cool water after 5 minutes.
Regular follow up will definitely help you in enjoying hair conditioner.

Remedy – 4: (Yogurt)

The good source of vitamins (B6 & B12), proteins, potassium, lactic acid and fat content in yogurt make it work as a natural conditioner and the best remedy for dull, damaged and lifeless hair along with treating dandruff by stimulating the hair growth and nourishing the hair.

Method – 1:

This mask helps to seal the hair cuticles to promote hair growth and thereby bring natural shine & softness to your hair.

Mix 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel and 2 egg yolks in 3 tablespoons of thick yogurt and stir well.
Apply it on your damp hair and scalp thoroughly.
Secure your hair with a shower cap and wait for 30 – 35 minutes.
Finally, rinse your hair with water and dry it gently.
Do the same process regularly till you’re enjoying hair strengthening.

Method – 2:

Yogurt helps a lot in stopping hair fall and restoring the natural hair color without premature graying.

Add 1 tablespoon each of henna powder and walnut powder and few drops of coconut oil in 2 tablespoons of yogurt.
Combine all these ingredients and wash your hair with lukewarm water.
Apply it on wet hair as a pack and rinse with water after 20 minutes followed by a conditioner.
Regular follow – up will definitely add natural black shine to your hair.

Method – 3:

The lactic acid in yogurt will help to keep the scalp free from infection and also moisturizes your hair to make it soft, smooth and shiny.

Before starting the process, brush your hair well by using a wide tooth comb.
Then spread plain yogurt all over the hair and cover your hair with a shower cap.
Wait for 30 minutes to rinse the hair with lukewarm water followed by shampoo and condition.
Continue this process for once or twice a week to enjoy well-moisturized hair.

Remedy – 5: (Egg)

The good source of proteins, fats, vitamins (A, B6, B12 & D) and minerals in the egg will help a lot in promoting the healthy, silky, shiny and strong hair. Have a look at some best egg methods to get voluminous, silky and smooth hair.

Method – 1:

This mask will condition your damaged hair by adding moisture to your dry, dull and damaged hair. it restores and reconstructs the hair by providing essential protein content to it.

Separate egg yolks from 2 eggs and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon each of thick milk and olive oil to it.
Stir well and coat your hair with this mix by using a hairbrush.
Secure your hair by covering your scalp with a shower cap.
Wait for 20 – 25 minutes and rinse off with water.
Continue applying this protein mask to make your hair glow silky soft naturally.

Method – 2:

Eggs not only add natural shine to your hair but also boost volume to your hair instantly.

Mix well an egg in your favorite shampoo.
Use it to rinse your hair followed by conditioner.
Rinse the hair to make it look glossy, revived and voluminous.

Method – 3:

The rich content of protein and lecithin in eggs will strengthen the hair by adding moisture and repairs it. It acts as an excellent remedy for treating dry, dull and lifeless hair.

Beat 3 eggs thoroughly and add 1 tablespoon each of vinegar, olive oil and coconut oil in it.
Stir well by adding a few drops of rosemary oil to it.
Apply this mix to the hair and scalp thoroughly.
Cover the hair and let it sit for about 20 – 30 minutes.
Rinse off with shampoo followed by conditioner and repeat it regularly.

Note: Or mix 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (or olive oil) and 1 tablespoon of raw honey in 3 eggs. Stir well and apply this mix on your damp hair and scalp. Cover with a shower cap and rinse using a mild shampoo and lukewarm water after 30 minutes.

Remedy – 6: (Lemon)

Lemon works as an excellent remedy for treating hair and scalp related problems with its rich content of vital nutrients (like vitamins B6 & C, potassium, magnesium, etc.). It exhibits antimicrobial, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties that help you in relieving itchy scalp and dandruff by controlling the secretion of excess oil in the scalp. Regular usage of lemon will eliminate the bad odor from the hair.

Method – 1:

Lemon gives gorgeous and bright color to your hair. Have a look at how to use lemon for hair lightening and thereby making it look soft and silky.

Take an empty spray bottle and fill half of the bottle with cold water.
Then mix 1/2 freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of conditioner to it.
Close the cap of the bottle and shake well.
Use it to spray all over the hair and sit in the sun for about 10 minutes to lighten your hair color.
Rinse with cool water to leave the hair feels fresh, soft, shiny and natural light.

Method – 2:

The combination of fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar will help you in making the hair smell good, relieves your itchy scalp, prevents dandruff and thereby provides intense softness and shine to the hair.

Combine 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in 4 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
Stir well by adding 1 tablespoon of raw honey and mix.
Shampoo your hair and apply this mixture to your wet hair and scalp.
Massage gently for a couple of minutes and rinse the hair with cool water after 2 – 4 minutes.
Repeat the same action regularly.

Tips and Precautions:

Hot oil massage with natural oils (like coconut, almond, olive, castor, lanolin, etc.) will help to restore moisture and add shine to your dry, damaged and brittle hair. For best results add a few drops of essential oils to this hot oil and leave for an overnight on the hair.
The usage of other natural remedies like avocado and banana, mayonnaise, gelatin, beer hair rinse, diluted apple cider vinegar rinse, coconut milk, hibiscus paste, etc. will work well in treating dry and damaged hair.
Avoid the use of harsh chemical based shampoos and other hair care products which can damage and dry out your hair and make it look lifeless.
Also, avoid shampooing your hair too often why because it causes dryness and itching.
Trim your split ends to prevent the damage from spreading up the hair strand.
Drink plenty of water and consume a healthy food which contains zinc, vitamins (C & E), biotin, omega – 3 & 6 fatty acids to prevent the hard, dry and brittle hair.
Dry your hair naturally and be gentle while brushing or combing your hair. Don’t brush your wet hair, as it causes damage and hair fall.
Stop overusing of hair straighteners, blow dryers and other hair styling products which causes dryness and thereby damages your hair.
Consult your doctor if still, you’re experiencing hair fall or rough or frizzy hair for proper treatment.

Final Word:

Follow these easy and simple natural remedies to enjoy silky, soft and smooth hair. Do you know any other successful remedies for silky soft and healthy hair? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

Home Remedies to Get Black Hair Naturally

December 19, 2017 By Gnanika Leave a Comment

Do you know that people spend $2.56 billion per year on hair beauty products worldwide? It’s quite interesting to know how much people care for their hair. But on the other side, get habituated to these profit-oriented commercial products.

There is a belief that women look beautiful with long black hair. Due to the modern lifestyle, age, genes, stress, and pollution at very young ages the color of your hair changes. The commercial hair beauty products make use of chemicals like Parabens, Formaldehydes that can cause severe allergic reactions and is not safe for your eyes & skin.

You can easily get black hair with the use of home ingredients in a short time. Here in this article we come up with a solution to your problem by providing genuine information about how to use the natural ingredients to darken your hair color.

For more information read the full length article.

Home Remedies for Black Hair

Here are some effective home remedies that help you to have shiny black hair from and also protect from harmful toxins. Regular follow up of these remedies every fortnight will help you to make your hair look shiny, attractive and healthy.

Remedy-1 (Coconut Oil)

Coconut oil is a plant based oil that is high in vitamin E, vitamin K, fatty acids, lauric acid and capric acid. When you apply coconut oil to your hair, these compounds help to retain moisture levels and penetrates the hair shaft. It is highly beneficial for nourishing black hair by producing strong and shiny hair. Here we discussed some possible combinations of coconut oil to get black hair naturally.

Raw Honey and coconut oil combination do wonders for dull hair. Together works well as moisturizing and rejuvenating agent. It is also good to apply in require amounts on your hair to gain black color.

For this mix both the ingredients and apply it on dry hair. Massage with your fingers to distribute the mixture evenly on hair. Let it be settled on your hair for 15-20 minutes and wash with water.

Curry leaves are a great flavored leaves mostly used by the south Indian people. High vitamin B content in curry leaves added with coconut oil helps to nourish your hair. Firstly, boil the coconut oil in medium flame and add curry leaves to it. Boil until the leaves become black and turn off the flame to cool for some time. Apply the solution on your hair, stay overnight and the very next day wash with shampoo.

Simply mix a tbsp of Lemon Juice and coconut oil in a small bowl and massage on your hair with fingers. After 1 hour or so wash with a natural shampoo. Do this process for every 2-3 days for your strong and darkening hair.

In other cases, you may also use castor oil, olive oil which also serves best to make your hair black and strengthens the thick hair roots.

Remedy-2 (Henna)

Henna is a natural dye prepared from the henna tree known for its hair repairing properties. It is used as a natural home remedy for black hair over the years by the ancient Indian women. A PPD (Paraphenylenediamine) compound is responsible for the blackening of hair. A simple and easy procedure to make henna as a natural home remedy for black hair is given below.

Firstly, pour henna powder in a bowl made with steel or plastic.
Add coffee powder, 2 tbsp of lemon juice and curd simultaneously to the henna and stir well. The Polyphenol in coffee powder neutralizes the reddish color nature of the henna.
Apply the mixture on your hair and do it at least twice a week.

Hibiscus, Henna and Amla trio combination is fully packed with antioxidants and proteins helps to get black hair growth very quickly. All these 3 ingredients added to form a thick paste, is applied to hair and scalp. Massage gently with fingers in a circular motion to apply evenly touching the deep roots of hair.

For a quick change in your hair color, use Henna and Soap nut combination daily for a week.

Remedy-3 (Lemon)

Black pepper and lemon juice combination rejuvenate the scalp to promote blackening hair growth. For this take 2-3 tbsp of pepper and 1 tbsp of lemon juice. Blend them to form a thick paste. Apply it on your scalp and allow it to dry for 10-15 minutes. Now rinse your hair with cool water. Repeat the process for every 2-3 days. This is just done before you attend kitty parties to form a silky black hair that looks stunning.

Lemon and Almond oil are added together in a small bowl to form a thick paste and do massage with this thick paste on your hair for 15 minutes. The vitamin E and antioxidants rich in Almond oil help to prevent from hair spoiling and makes your hair look black, shiny.

Remedy-4 (Amla)

Amla on hair has positive impacts over millions of people. Many of the commercial hair products uses Amla added with harmful chemicals to make hair black. It is not good to use and results in some severe allergic reactions when applied to your hair. So its better to use Amla powder (Tannis and Polyphenols) used to treat several problems like hair darkening.

Prepare the solution simply by adding Amla powder to a cup of water and 1 tbsp of lemon juice. Apply this wonderful solution to make your hair black once or twice a week. For better results you can also add henna and lemon juice as ingredients to the Amla powder.

Amla, Hurd and Bahara is another great trio-combination that helps to blacken your hair naturally at home when applied in required quantities. Over dosage of these ingredients on your hair may result in some severe allergic reactions.

Remedy-5 (Black Tea)

Black tea extracted from the leaves has very strong flavor that suits for your hair. The antioxidants and antiseptic properties of black tea will revive the brittle hair follicles.

A simple procedure to make use of black tea for your hair is by taking a black tea bag and a cup of water.
Boil the water in medium flame for 5 minutes and dip the black tea bags in the hot water.
Now separate the tea particles from the hot tea by using tea strainer.
For better results you can also add 2 tbsp of lemon juice to the hot tea.
Apply it on your hair, scalp and massage with your fingers in circular motion for 5 minutes.

Remedy-6 (Sesame Seeds)

Black sesame seeds contain a good source of vitamin E, lecithin and protein are good for your growing and blackening hair. When you use this method for black hair problems, it may not happen overnight; takes weeks to months time to notice black hair. For this, soak the sesame seeds in a bowl of water and then make it into a fine paste using Grinder. Apply this thick paste on your hair and scalp which results in a better quality of hair growth and looks lustrous.

Remedy-7 (Onion Paste)

Many people avoid chopping onions as it releases strong flavor that burns your eyes. Apart from this it also acts as a wonderful remedy for treating your hair naturally. You can directly apply the onion pulp on your hair touching the roots and follicles.

Another method using onion pulp and lemon juice combination is given below….

Take out onion pulp and extract the juice from it.
Now add 2 tbsp of lemon juice to the onion extracts.
Stir well and apply it on your scalp and hair follicles.
Allow the mixture to dry for 30-45 minutes and clean with a mild shampoo.
Repeat the procedure daily for a month till you observe the difference.

Remedy-8 (Carrot)

Till now you heard about the health benefits of carrot juice. You will be surprised to know the amazing benefits of carrots for your black hair. Drinking a glass of carrot juice in the early morning is a wonderful remedy to make your hair black.

Some crazy people apply carrot juice directly on hair which does not give much impact on hair coloring than drinking the juice. Consume the fresh juice daily for a month or so toll you see the difference in your hair.

Remedy-9 (Ribbed Gourd)

Many of you know that ribbed gourd is a healthy vegetable that helps to cure several health problems. It is absolutely true and much benefitted for your hair. This veggie is full of fiber-rich that helps to make your hair color black.

For this peel off the ribbed gourd and cut into small pieces using a knife or chopper. Insert the gourd pieces into a Mixer and grind it for 2 minutes. Take out the juice and filter all the unnecessary extracts from it. Now store the juice in a glass and add a small cup of coconut oil to it. Heat the mixture and apply oil on your hair and scalp deeply. Do again this process until you see the changes in your hair.

Remedy-10 (Orange Juice)

A cup of raw orange juice contains 112 calories, 20 grams of sugars and provides citric acid, vitamin C, potassium, folate and thiamin when consumed. Using orange juice is an effective way to have healthy, thick and dark hair.

Take an orange and peel off so that it can is converted into a pulp. Now add Amla powder to the orange juice and mix well. You can see the change in color of the juice when mixed with Amla powder. Apply the solution that brilliantly works to create a black and thick hair.

Remedy-11 (Mango)

Raw mango is helpful for gaining black color of your hair. For this take some handful of leaves, unripe mangoes and peel off the skin. Now blend them very well by adding 2-3tbsp of oil to it. Allow the mixture to get direct sunlight for a long time and then apply it on your hair that works as a wonderful natural solution.

Instead of this thick paste you can apply mango stone oil to get black hair which magically turns white hair into black hair. If you apply this oil before you attain certain age, will stop the hair from turning white color and prevents dandruff problem.

Remedy-12 (Ghee with Mulethi)

For this you need to take 1 kg of ghee or butter, 1 liter of Amla juice and 250 grams of Mulethi in a big bowl or container. Heat the ingredients well in low-medium flame for 20-30 minutes. Allow the water to evaporate completely from the mixture and the actual content is ready for you to use. Store the obtained mixture in a glass and use this hair mask every day you go for a shower bath. It is very useful and effective remedy to bring black color to your hair.

Remedy-13 (Sage)

As the sage leaves fully comprises of antioxidant and antiseptic properties,helps to promote black hair growth and prevents from premature graying. A simple procedure to make use of sage leaves to get black hair is given below..

Take a handful of sage leaves and soak them in a bowl containing water. Boil the leaves for some time (say 15-20 minutes). Now transfer the solution into the spray bottle and gently spray the solution on hair gently before you apply oil to your hair. Rinse your hair with lukewarm water. For amazing results, repeat the process 2-3 times a week.

Remedy-14 (Earth water)

It may look awkward, but gives fantastic results when applied to your hair. Take out soil from the garden in a bowl and add water to it. Now filter the insects and small stones from it. You may use cotton cloth or strainer to filter the water and other contents in a separate jar. Now apply this liquid solution directly on your hair and do massage evenly with fingers. After some hours of time take a shower bath with cold water. It will gradually reduce headaches, sleeplessness and makes your hair look long lustrous.

Remedy-15 (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera is known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties of hair. It is a traditional Ayurvedic medicine that contains Aloin compound to treat skin and hair problems. You just need to have a lot patience to use aloe vera as natural remedy that does not give instantaneous results.

For this you can add 1tbsp of Brahmi leaf powder to the 2 tbsp of aloe vera gel and apply it on your hair. If necessary, you can add 2 tbsp of Amla juice to the mixture. Let the mixture be dry for some time and wash with cool water. If you don’t find Brahmi leaf powder at stores, you can directly apply aloe vera gel to the hair without adding any other ingredient.

Precautions and Tips

Avoid using hair products that contain harmful toxins.
Consult a doctor or dermatologist if the problem is very severe.
Always take a shower bath when you swim in a chlorinated water pool.
Whenever you prefer a natural remedy, wash off your hair with cold water.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as tit diminishes the hair growth and color.
For obtaining natural hair color, simply grind guava leaves and apply it on your hair.
Do regular exercise and yoga to relieve from stress and improves blood circulation levels.
Apply herbal hair oils regularly to prevent from hair problems like dandruff, hair loss and greying.
Drink plenty of water to stay strong, healthy and to prevent from severe side effects like allergies, infections and headaches.
Henna and indigo is a great combination for your hair turning black color, but be sure to wash your hair immediately with natural shampoos as indigo contains harmful chemicals that damages your hair growth.

Have you tried any of these safe, natural methods for attaining black hair? Please share your experience with us in the comment section given below.

Effective DIY Hair Spa at Home

December 15, 2017 By Gnanika Leave a Comment

Effective DIY hair spa at home:

Hair spa treatment, which was a need till yesterday has become a must for today.

Everyone loves healthy hair but pollution and busy schedule has increased the hair problems among people.

But there is no need to visit saloons every time for hair spa treatment because you can follow the steps mentioned in the below article and gain all the benefits of hair spa treatment.

Hair spa is a therapy, which provides nourishment to hair roots, relaxation to your hair follicles along with deep conditioning to your hair. It includes massaging, which provides relief to your mind and body. It improves the hair growth and helps in repairing the damaged hair.

Hair spa at parlour includes usage of some chemicals on hair, which can posses damage to your scalp and as well as hair follicles. So, it is safer to use the natural ingredients that are helpful for maintaining healthy hair.

You can pamper yourself with a hair spa treatment at comfort your home by following the steps given below. In the below article we have mentioned about the steps to follow during hair spa therapy along with some hair masks that provide moisturization to your hair.

Steps to follow in hair spa treatment:

Step 1: Massage

Massaging is one of the traditional methods used for hair treatment. Massaging increases the blood circulation in the scalp and it provides nourishment to the roots of the hair. Thus, it helps in growth of hair and also contributes in getting rid of itchy scalp and dandruff.

For massage you can use coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil or you can just make a mixture of all the oils and use it.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons of coconut oil/olive oil/ almond oil

How to apply?

Take a heating pan and pour 2 tablespoons of coconut oil into it.
Now, heat this oil for about 3-4 seconds and keep it aside.
Comb your hair properly before massaging.
Now, take oil on your palm and start massaging using your finger tips.
Apply it evenly on your scalp extending up to the full length of hair.
Leave it overnight and rinse it off next day morning.

Note: You can also massage by mixing 1 tablespoon of coconut oil along with almond oil, olive oil or castor oil.

If you are allergic to some of the oil then, try to avoid them on your hair.

Step 2: Steaming

Hair steaming helps in locking the moisture inside the hair. This moist encourages the blood flow in the scalp and promotes hair growth. It opens up the clogged pores and allows the applied oil to go deep into the roots and provide nourishment to it.

How to do?

Initially boil some water and put a clean soft preferably cotton towel inside it.
Allow it to soak completely and then remove it outside and twist the towel to remove the excess water.
Now, wrap it around your head and leave it for 15-20 minutes.

Step 3: Wash your hair:

Regular washing of your hair removes all the dirt and oil from the hair. It also cleans the scalp and avoids scalp infections. Using some natural keratin rich shampoo helps in growth of hair.

Ingredients:

Lukewarm water
Natural shampoo

How to do?

Comb your hair properly and make sure there are no lumps.
Firstly by using warm water wash your hair and scalp.
Take a little amount of shampoo on your palm and apply it evenly on your scalp.
Rub your hair slowly to form lather and keep doing for 1 minute.
Then, allow the shampoo to rest for about a minute without touching.
Then, again make use of lukewarm water and wash your hair thoroughly.
To remove the shampoo completely you can repeat the process.

Note:

Do not use too hot water for hair wash as it may damage your hair.
If you don’t wantto use shampoo you can also use shikakai and reetha.

Shikakai and reetha shampoo:

Take 500 ml of water and put some 6-7 pods of reetha along with 7-8 pieces of shikakai.
Soak them overnight and next day boil them thoroughly.
Allow this mixture to come back to normal temperature.
Then, you can blend it thoroughly in a blender.
Now, this mixture can be used for hair wash.

Step 4: Conditioner:

After washing remove the excess amount of water from your hair and apply conditioner on the hair. There are varieties of conditioners available in the market so, you can use them or make a conditioner of your own using egg, aloevera etc.

How to apply?

If you are using a commercial product then, apply it after shampooing and wash it after couple of minutes.
If you are using black tea or lemon water then, use it to wash your hair after shampooing and leave it to dry naturally.
If you are using aloevera gel or egg white then, apply it to the length of hair and wash your hair thoroughly after 30 minutes of application.

Step 5: Finally put a hair mask:

Hair mask plays a prominent role in maintaining healthy hair. It fights against the dandruff and absorbs the excessive oil produced in scalp. These masks help in maintaining moist hair and also provide nourishment to the hair roots.

The hair masks can either be prepared at the home or you can use the masks available in the market. Before applying the mask it is important to ensure that it is suitable for your hair type and the ingredients used are safe.

How to apply?

Make separate divisions of your hair and apply the mask evenly all over the scalp and extend it up to the length of the hair.
Now, slowly take all your hair on one side and put it inside a bun using some clip.
Then, cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it for about 20-30 minutes.
Later, rinse off your hair using warm water along with some mild shampoo or shikakai.
Then, apply conditioner immediately after washing and leave for about 2-3 minutes.
Afterwards you can wash thoroughly using lukewarm water.
Finally pat dry your hair using soft towel and remember don’t use hair dryers.

Note: Electric hair dryers make hair dry and rough.

Homemade hair masks:

Curd and Honey mask: Honey has various beneficial properties that prevents hair and scalp from drying. Curd with its lactic acid prevents breakage and spilt ends of the hair. it also provides soothing effect to the scalp and avoids dandruff.

Ingredients:

3-4 tablespoons of curd
2 tablespoons honey

How to prepare?

Take a bowl and combine curd with honey and mix properly.
Now, apply this mixture on your scalp and length of the hair.
After 20-25 minutes you can shampoo your hair.

Olive oil and banana mask: Olive oil is used in maintaining the moisture of the hair and avoids dryness. Thus, this mask is very beneficial for those with dry hair. Bananas control the dandruff and provide shine to hair. They also soften the hair and avoids breakage or split ends.

Ingredients:

1 medium sized banana
1 or 2 tablespoons olive oil

How to prepare?

Take a blender and add banana along with a tablespoon of olive oil.
Blend the mixture to make a smooth paste and apply it on the hair or scalp.
Allow it to rest for about 20 minutes and then, wash it off using shampoo and water.

Egg and avocado mask: The vitamins present in the egg prevent hair from damage and breakage. Avocado moisturizes the scalp and the amino acids present in it promotes hair growth and adds shine to the hair.

Ingredients:

2 eggs
1 avocado

How to prepare?

Take a bowl and add egg yolk to it and whish it properly.
On the other side take an avocado and remove the inner content using a spoon.
Put it into a bowl and mix it well.
Now, combine both the avocado and egg mixture to make a smooth paste.
Then, apply it on the scalp and spread it evenly on the hair and scalp.
Allow it to sit for about 15 minutes and afterwards rinse off using normal temperature water and some natural shampoo.

Aloevera and lemon hair mask: The presence of proteolytic enzymes in the aloevera helps in repairing the damaged cells and it also moisturizes the scalp. Aloevera also provides nourishment to the roots and hair follicles. It provides calming effect to the scalp and promotes healthy growth of hair. This gel is best for the treatment of dandruff too. Lemon is rich in citric acid and vitamin C that kills the bacteria from the scalp and avoids scalp infections such as lice, dandruff, etc.

Ingredients:

½ cup aloevera gel
1-2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice

How to prepare?

Take a bowl and add aloevera gel along with lemon juice to it.
Stir well and apply it on the scalp as well as hair.
Leave it untouched for about 15 minutes.
Later, rinse it off thoroughly using water and shampoo.

Benefits of hair spa:

Hair spa is very beneficial for the hair as it provides nourishment to the roots, follicles, etc. It also promotes hair growth and provides conditioning for hair.

Controls oil secretion of the scalp– Hair spa helps in balancing the pH levels of the scalp and thus it controls the secretion of oil from sebaceous glands.
Improves hair growth- Hair spa provides nourishment to the hair roots and follicles. It also helps in repairing the damaged hair. Hair spa treatment helps in removing the dirt and oil from the pores and making them free for the hair growth.
Removes dandruff – Using lemon, aloevera and curd in the hair spa treatment will help in preventing the dandruff. These ingredients are very beneficial for maintaining healthy scalp for long growth of hair.
Relieve stress – Hair spa includes massaging and washing of the hair so, it improves blood circulation in the scalp and provides soothing effect. Thus, it relieves the stress and headache.
Softens the hair – Hair spa treatment helps in hydrating the scalp and provides moisturization to the hair. Thus, it restores the oils in the hair and avoids dryness and damage.

Tips and precautions of hair spa:

Don’t use harsh chemicals such as hair colour, hair serums etc. on your hair as it may damage the keratin present in the hair and leads to hair breakage.
Try avoiding shampoos because they are made up of strong substances which make hair dry and rough.
Apply oil frequently and allow your hair to absorb the completely. Like apply the oil and leave it for about 5-6 hours or overnight.
Don’t use too hot water for hair wash as it will remove the shine and lustrous nature from hair making them look rough.
Before applying oils or mask, it is necessary to comb the hair and avoid formation of lumps.
Do not change shampoos and oils very often as it may impact on your scalp and leads to hair fall.

Frequently asked questions:

While purchasing shampoo what are the contents i should check for?

You can check for aloevera, shea butter, glycerine, honey etc. in your shampoo. Try to avoid the shampoos with sulphate, alcohol or parabens as they damage the hair completely.

Is it normal to lose 100-150 hairs per day?

Yes, this is a common thing that person loses almost 100-150 hair per day but if you are losing hair in a bunch then it is definitely not a good sign. While combing we all lose hair but losing them in bunch indicates there is some serious health issue and you need to consult doctor immediately.

Can hair spa be done after hair colour?

No, it is not recommended to do hair spa after hair colouring. As hair spa includes washing the hair so, if you wash your hair immediately after colouring then, chances are there you may lose the colour.

How often can i do hair spa?

To obtain the good benefits of spa, you can follow this method once in every week because it brings relief to scalp as well as mind.

Summary:

Everyone loves long and strong hair. So, it is very important to take proper care of hair and scalp. In the above article, we have mentioned how to do hair spa at home. Follow these steps regularly and obtain the hair you dreamt of.

If you have any queries kindly write to us in the comment section. Our team of experts will clarify them as soon as possible.

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