How to grow hair naturally? Amazing Home remedies

Our hair is like our crown. But what happens when this crown starts breaking off? From stress to depression to embarrassment, hair loss can cause emotional distress. As such, everyone wants to know if there is a way to grow hair naturally.

I get this question often from clinic patients as well as online consultation. Hair, skin and weight loss are the three things that keep buzzing all the time. Earlier, hair loss was a sign of ageing, but that’s no more the reality. 

Today, even teens are suffering from hair fall. It’s worse for the twenties and turns into a nightmare for those in thirties. By forty, the bald spot and hair thinning become apparently visible.

Here are a few major causes of hair fall

• Medication
• Supplements
• Stress
• Lack of Nutrition
• Lack of Sleep, undisciplined sleep time
• Excessive use of hair products
• Hereditary 
• Radiation therapy

However, there are ways to control hair loss if you take care right from the start. Don’t wait until the bald spot is visible, start-up when your brush becomes black with hair! 

Here are a few simple Ayurvedic therapies from your kitchen!

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Hair growth therapies right from your kitchen

Head massage is one of the best techniques to ensure hair regrowth. Ayurveda suggests head massage improve blood circulation and stimulate hair growth. Vedic science highlights the use of specific oil and herbs can help in the growth of thicker hair. 

Ayurvedic doctors recommend massaging the scalp 1-3 times every day. Combing several times a day using a wooden comb improves circulation and hair health. Oiling or hair packs should be used 2 times a week.

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1. Grow hair naturally with Aloe Vera

Aloe vera contains proteolytic enzymes which repair cells of the scalp. The natural gel promotes hair growth, prevents itching, reduces dandruff and fights hair loss. 

How to use Aloe Vera for hair regrowth?

Hair growth 

Make a blend using a cup of Aloe vera gel and two tablespoons of castor oil. Apply it evenly to the scalp and hair strands. Leave it for 1-2 hours. It is an excellent mask for hair growth and volume.

Hair regrowth mask 

Make a paste using equal parts of Aloe vera gel and onion juice. Apply the mixture evenly to the scalp and rinse after 30-45 minutes. Apply it twice a week and see baby hair covering your bald spots. 

For hair length  

Take half cup Aloe gel and freshly brewed green tea in a bowl. Massage the mixture into your scalp. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and rinse afterwards.
Green tea is rich in catechins which are beneficial in preventing hair.

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2. Grow hair naturally with Onion juice

Onion contains vital minerals and it is a storehouse of sulphur.  This prevents thinning and breakage of hair. Onion juice is one of the best natural solutions for hair fall and bald spots. 

It is also effective in preventing premature greying of hair. The antibacterial properties of onion, make it a great natural remedy for scalp infections and dandruff. 

How to make onion juice at home for hair growth?

• Take one or two onion.
• Grind them in a mixer blender.
• Filter the juice using a muslin cloth. 
• Massage your scalp well with the onion juice in circular motions. 
• Leave it untouched for an hour.
• Rinse it off with a mild shampoo.
• Repeat this once a week to observe remarkable results in a month.

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3. Grow hair naturally with Egg mask

Egg contains proteins, sulphur, zinc, iron, phosphorus and iodine. They are also packed with B complex vitamins. These nutrients are very essential in the formation of new hair. They also curb hair loss by strengthening hair roots. 

Egg works as a natural conditioner. It improves shine, smoothness, texture and softness. 

How to use egg for hair growth?

Aloe vera Egg mask

Take 2 egg whites and 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel. Whisk it in a bowl to make a smooth mix and apply it to your hair from root to tip. Leave it on for 30 to 60 minutes and wash with cool water. Repeat it 2 times a week.

Henna and Egg 

Make a paste of henna with water, coffee or tea. Leave it overnight. Add an egg to it and mix well. Apply this mixture to your hair and scalp and leave it on for an hour. Wash off with cool water.

Coconut Oil and Egg 

Whisk a whole egg and add 2 tsp of coconut oil. Apply it to your hair and cover your hair completely. Leave it on for 20 minutes and wash off with cool water. Use it 1 or 2 times a week to condition your hair.

Banana and Egg 

Mash a banana and add a whole egg. Whisk it well or put it in a blender. Add a tablespoon of olive oil. Apply it to your hair and scalp and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash off with cool water and repeat it twice a week.

Castor Oil and Egg 

Whisk two whole eggs and add 1 tablespoon of castor oil. Apply it to your hair and cover your scalp entirely. Let it sit for 20 minutes and wash off with cool water. 

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4. Grow hair naturally with ACV

Apple cider vinegar cleans the scalp and removes the dead skin. It balances the hair and scalp pH. This prevents fungal and bacterial growth. It contains potassium, vitamin C and B. This helps in making your hair smoother and shinier.  

How to use ACV for hair regrowth? 

• Take a few tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and mix it with water.
• Pour the mixture and apply evenly on your hair and scalp.
• Leave it for a few minutes and rinse off with cold water.

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5. Fenugreek seeds for hair growth 

Fenugreek seeds give nourishment to hair and scalp. It is rich in protein and nicotinic acid which are beneficial against hair fall and dandruff. It is very effective in treating a variety of scalp issues including dryness, baldness and hair thinning.

How to use fenugreek seeds for hair growth?

Fenugreek seeds for hair regrowth

• Soak fenugreek seeds in a bowl of water overnight. 
• Next morning, apply the water on the scalp. 
• Leave it for 30 mins and rinse it off.

Fenugreek seeds to prevent Hair Fall

• Soak 2 tsp fenugreek seeds and leave it overnight.
• Grind the seeds into a paste using the same water. The sticky and slimy water makes hair shinier. 
• Apply it on the roots and scalp.
• Leave it for 20 minutes and massage a little before rinsing off.

Fenugreek seeds and Coconut Oil

• Take 2 tsp of fenugreek seeds and grind to a powder.
• Add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or olive oil to it.
• Mix it well and apply evenly on your hair, concentrating the roots.
• Leave it for 10 minutes and wash it off.

Fenugreek Seeds for Hair Fall

• Blend soaked fenugreek seeds with water or lemon juice.
• Apply it to your hair like a pack
• Wash it off with a light herbal or organic shampoo.  

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Ayurvedic Doctor tells you to grow hair naturally!

Healthy hair is what we all desire. So, it’s important to caress them every day. It is much easier to curb hair fall and prevent greying than reversing these effects. Understand your hair texture, learn the right kind of oil and explore the best suitable hair packs that suit you best.