Hair fall is one of the most annoying lifestyle problems, especially for women. And, we’ve all faced this problem at some point in our lives. And with bunches of hair falling out, you start thinking about the possible reasons. You keep thinking about different things, but you never conclude! But as they say, there is light after the darkness, here are some very effective ayurvedic remedies that can help you to control hair fall.
Ayurvedic remedies for hair fall are very popular among women because these remedies are either direct natural herbs or are prepared with different natural ingredients, and are pretty effective for hair fall for thousands of years. Here is a list of ten ayurvedic remedies to arrest the hair fall, and to promote regrowth.
1. Bhringraj – The unbeatable herb, healing a lot of problems since ancient times
Bhringraj means “king of herbs”, and there are various reasons behind its name. Bhringraj is not only known for promoting hair growth but prevents balding as well. It is also very effective against premature greying. You can find this powerful herb in both powdered as well as oil forms. When applied on the scalp, it will give you a soothing effect, and will even improve your sleep pattern. It also improves your overall metabolism.
You will need
- A bunch of Bhringraj leaves or 5 to 6 tbsp Bhringraj Powder
Method to follow
- Add some water to the laves and prepare a consistent paste. If you are unable to get Bhringraj leaves, use 5 to 6 tbsp of dried Bhringraj powder instead.
- Apply the paste thoroughly on your scalp and roots of the hair.
- Leave for half an hour, and then wash off with regular shampoo.
- Repeat this method thrice a week for great results.
2. Amla – The Indian Gooseberry
Amla is one of the most commonly used ayurvedic remedies for all kinds of hair problems. It is also popular for purifying blood and treating digestive problems. It is packed with natural conditioning powers and can improve your scalp’s health by reducing scalp aggravation and dandruff. It can also be used as a natural dye with shikakai to have shiny brown hair.
Ingredients
- 5 to 6 tbsp Amla powder
- 5 to 6 tbsp fresh water
Process
- Mix amla powder and water in a bowl to prepare a fine, smooth paste.
- Divide your hairs into four to five equal parts, and apply the paste from roots to the ends of hair.
- Wash off with your regular shampoo after half an hour.
- Repeat this process twice or thrice for four-five weeks and get thick, strong, and beautiful hairs.
NOTE:
If you can get fresh Amla fruits, that’s even better. Extract the juice from fresh Amla fruit and add shikakai powder with warm water for even better results.
3. Neem
Who doesn’t know this easily available, immensely affordable, yet very powerful natural remedy? It has been used for so many years to treat skin and hair problems. Regular application on the scalp can improve the blood circulation and can give much-needed strength to the hair roots, and in result, elevates hair growth. If you are struggling with dandruff and /or lice, neem is the best bet. Some scalp conditions like eczema, dandruff, excessive sebum, and psoriasis, etc. are also responsible for unhealthy and weak hairs. Neem alone can fight all these conditions and can give the much-needed nourishment to your hair.
You will need
- A handful of freshly-picked neem leaves.
- 2 cups of freshwater.
Steps to follow
- Add neem leaves to the water, and then boil for 20 minutes.
- Allow some time to cool down.
- Once the neem-water solution is cold enough, strain the liquid.
- Take the neem-infused liquid in a different container and keep aside.
- Wash your hair after having a bath.
- Avoid washing your hair with any shampoo or conditioner after using neem-infused water.
- Follow these steps thrice a week for a few weeks and notice the difference.
- Alternatively, if you don’t have fresh neem leaves, you can use dried neem powder with water for the same results.
4. Ritha (Soap Nuts)
Also known as Soap Nuts, Ritha is a natural shampoo and being used by women for hundreds of years. Regular use of Soap Nuts doesn’t only promote the hair growth, it also improves the volume and texture of your hair. It is a very mild natural ingredient, and you can use it as a hair cleanser. It will improve your hair by maintaining the natural oils extracted from your scalp.
Ingredients you need
- A handful of Ritha
- 2 cups of freshwater
What do you need to do?
- Leave Ritha in 2 cups of water overnight.
- Boil the right for 15 minutes the next morning without changing the water.
- Keep it aside for a few minutes and strain in a separate container.
- Wash your hair thoroughly with half of the Ritha-infused water.
- Massage the hair for 5 to 20 minutes, and then wash off with normal water.
- Massage again with the remaining solution. You should notice the formation of light lather on your hair.
- Repeat it every alternate day for a couple of months to see your hair going through strength and strength.
5. Shikakai
“Shikakai” is a Sanskrit word which means “fruit for hair”. When mixed with water, the fruit converts into a shampoo-like lather and becomes an amazing hair cleanser. It is rich in antioxidants and can effectively restore your scalp’s health and treat hair fall. It will also maintain your scalp’s natural oils. Also, it fights dandruff, detangles your hair, and makes hair manageable and luscious.
You will need
- 6 tbsp dried shikakai powder
- 2 cups of water
Procedure
- Mix dried shikakai powder with water and set aside.
- Wash your hair with half of the solution like you wash using a regular shampoo.
- Massage your hair thoroughly for 5 minutes and then wash off with fresh water.
- Wash again using the remaining shikakai solution. Now, there will be some lather on your hair.
- Repeat this every alternate day until you get the desired result.
- Alternatively, you can also prepare an herbal tea using shikakai powder to wash your hair. Adding shikakai powder to your regular oil is also an effective idea.
6. Ashwagandha
Also known as “the Indian Winter Cherry”, Ashwagandha is a superb herb for healthy hair growth. It is one of the most common Ayurvedic medicines for hair-related problems. The hormone cortisol is responsible for slowing down hair growth as well as hair loss.
Ashwagandha, when administered on the scalp, curbs hair loss by controlling the excessive secretion of cortisol. It also improves blood circulation and antioxidant activities of the scalp. It is also a very powerful natural remedy for dandruff and also elevates the production of melanin – an essential pigment for hair growth.
Required Ingredients
- 3 tbsp dried ashwagandha powder
- 3 tbsp dried amla powder
- 6 tbsp fresh water
Process
- Mix all three ingredients properly in a bowl and prepare a consistent, thick paste. Add a few more drops of water, if the paste is too thick.
- Apply the mixture thoroughly on your scalp, including roots and the ends of hair.
- Leave for half an hour and then wash off with fresh water and your regular shampoo.
- Do this treatment thrice a week for four to five weeks and start noticing the change.
- You can also consume ashwagandha for even more fruitful results.
7. Brahmi
Brahmi promotes hair growth by providing much-needed strength. It nourishes your hair roots and paves the way for new growth of hair follicles. Regular hair treatment with Brahmi thickens your hair and increases lustrousness. Brahmi can be very effective against dandruff also. A hair pack prepared with Brahmi controls itchiness of the scalp and is also fairly effective to cope with split hairs. It makes the hair shiny and thick by forming a protective layer on the scalp.
You will need
- 2 tbsp dried Brahmi powder
- 2 tbsp dried Ashwagandha powder
- 2 tbsp dried Amla powder
- ½ cup plain yogurt
Steps you should follow
- Mix all the ingredients to prepare a consistent, smooth paste.
- Divide your hair into four-five equal sections and apply the paste thoroughly from roots to tips of the hair.
- Once the hair is completely covered, leave it for at least one hour.
- Rinse your hair with lukewarm water using your regular shampoo.
- Repeat the process thrice a week to get thick, healthy, shiny, and dandruff-free hair.
TIP:
You can also add fresh leaves of Brahmi to boiling water. Add neem and Tulsi also for greater effects. After boiling water for 10-15 minutes with all the herbs, leave overnight. Strain the water early in the morning, and then wash your hair.
Dealing with hair fall can be both annoying as well as challenging. But these are some very effective, all-natural ayurvedic remedies that can restore the health of your hair. All of these are equally effective and can help you get those shiny, thick, lengthy, and healthy hair again.
TIP:
Don’t try all of these remedies together. Use one remedy at a time and stick to it with some patience. You will surely get the desired results.
Reference:
https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/10-effective-ayurvedic-tips-for-hair-growth/
