Losing hair can be a nightmare for women as well as men. Relentless hair fall can be one of the major reasons for our dwindling self-confidence. Incorrect diet and lifestyle, pollution, and adulterated hair care products can be blamed for excessive hair loss. Ayurveda offers a plethora of healing remedies to control hair fall.
While an imbalance in Vata dosha causes excessive dryness and flaky dandruff, an imbalance in Pitta dosha causes receding hairlines, hair thinning and premature graying. Similarly, imbalance in Kapha dosha leads to oil secretion, and excess oil blocks the follicles of the scalp and leads to wet and sticky dandruff.
AYURVEDIC REMEDIES TO HAIR FALL
Amla is a natural immunity booster and is an important ingredient for stopping hair fall. It contains essential fatty acids, and source of Vitamin C, and these strengthen hair follicles, and stops hair loss. You can apply lime juice and amla powder paste for good result.
Bhringraj herb stops hair fall and encourages faster hair growth. Dry bhringraj leaves in the sun, and store in a jar of coconut oil. After the oil colour changes to light green, massage it on the scalp at night and keep overnight.
Shikakai has hair-cleansing properties, and is rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, C, K, and D, which can keep the hair nourished. Make shikakai powder by drying the pods in the sun for a few days and then grinding them. Take 2 tablespoons of this powder and add it to a jar of coconut oil. Massage your scalp with this oil.
Reetha or soapnuts is a saponin that keeps the hair healthy and strong. 1. Take a few soapnuts and shikakai and boil them in water. Leave the mixture till it cools down. Strain it wash your hair with it like a shampoo.
Coconut is rich in anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties which prevent free radicals leads to hair fall. Coconut milk is also good for hair growth.
Aloe Vera stops hair loss as it contains proteolytic enzymes, which repairs damaged cells and improves follicle health. Aloe vera also has anti-inflammatory properties that cure scalp irritation.
Methi or fenugreek seeds repair hair follicles and help in hair regrowth. Soak some methi seeds in water overnight. Next day grind it to a paste and apply to hair and scalp. Leave the paste for half an hour and then wash it off.
Yoghurt promotes hair follicle health and controls hair loss. It also contains vitamin B5 and Vitamin D that are known to promote hair follicle health. Mix 2 tablespoons of yoghurt with 1 tablespoon of honey and lemon, and apply on the scalp. Leave it for 30 minutes, and rinse in normal water.
Neem has anti-microbial properties, hence curbs hair fall. It also stimulates hair growth. Grind some neem leaves into a paste and apply on the scalp. Let it stay for an hour and the wash off with shampoo.
Some Ayurvedic hair oils are truly effective in stopping hair fall
Brihatri hair oil
This Ayurvedic herbal oil is known to enhance hair growth. The hair oil contains bhringaraja, amalaki, vibhitaki, neelini, bibhitaki, etc. The oil not only prevents hair fall but also promotes growth of new hair follicles. It is also found to thicken each strand, and its ingredients contain natural hair darkening pigments. This Ayurvedic hair oil sips deeper into the hair tissues and stop hair fall.
Maha Bhrigaraj hair oil
This Ayurvedic oil is scientifically prepared and significantly works in stopping hair fall. It nourishes the hair and its regular use encourages hair growth. It also helps stop premature graying. According to Ayurveda, it is a rasayana that has special properties of rejuvenation of the hair. The oil penetrates deep into the scalp and treats dryness. It also cures dandruff. Regular massage with Bhringraj oil improves blood circulation. When the nutrients present in the oil reach the root of the hair, they strengthen the hair follicles and prevent hair loss.
Neelibhringadi oil
This Ayurvedic hair oil prevents hair fall and promotes hair growth. It contains the goodness of neeli, (indigo), bhringraj, amla, mulethi, licorice, etc, blended with coconut milk, goat milk, buffalo milk, cow milk, and sesame oil. The oil improves hair quality and adds shine and smoothness to the hair. It is also known for treating premature grey hair in young people, and is effective in the treatment of baldness, dandruff and scalp itching
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