Hair fall is a common problem that people face these days. Now, hair loss can be due to various reasons as in this hectic life we hardly get any time to maintain a beauty regime. Further, our unhealthy lifestyle and bad food habits add to the problem.
Don’t worry much for we bring to you some easy ways and measures that you can implement daily and weekly to reduce hair fall.
1. Onion juice - Yes it is true onion juice can be used to treat hair fall and hair loss issues. In fact many hair tonics for hair loss & hair fall make a use of onion juice and it is clinically proven to work for hair loss.
How to use - Grate or blend 1 large onion and filter it to get the juice out of it.Apply the juice all over the scalp and keep it for an hour.Onion has a very strong ,pungent odor so if you can bear with it good else mix some rose water in it.Wash off after an hour with an herbal or organic shampoo which is SLS(sodium lauryl sulphate) free.This pack can be used twice a week depending upon the severity of hair fall.
Action time - 2-3 weeks(for hair fall),may take couple of weeks or month to show prominent result.
2. Coriander(Cilantro) juice - Another useful remedy is the use of coriander juice, it helps in promoting new hair growth and combat hair fall.It has lots of essential vitamins and proteins which help in hair growth.
How to use - Take fresh coriander leaves and make a paste out it using few drops of water and extract it's juice.Apply this all over your scalp for an hour before shampooing.Use this pack twice a week or alternatively with other packs to gain more benefits.
Action time - 2-3 weeks(for hair fall),it may take couple of weeks or month to show effect.
3. Fenugreek(methi) seeds powder and yogurt(curd) - very good remedy for hair fall, dandruff and hair loss.Methi seeds contain protein and nicotinic acid which are important for healthy hair growth.If you have an oily scalp avoid yogurt use water or aloe vera juice instead to make a paste.yogurt nourishes and conditions dry,itchy scalp.
How to use - Take 2-3 teaspoons of fenugreek powder and mix it with 1 cup of yogurt(depending on the length of hair).The mentioned quantity would be enough for medium length hair.Apply this pack evenly over scalp and cover your entire hair it would deep condition.Keep it for 1 hour and cover it with a shower cap to prevent it from drying.Wash it off after an hour with a mild herbal or organic shampoo.
Action time - 2-3 weeks(for hair fall), it may take couple of weeks or month to show effect.
4. Get a hair massage- A good hot oil massage is the best treat that you can give to your hair.
Rub hot oil into your scalp for at least one or two hours to restore the moisture of your tresses as this will replenish the hair roots and provide them intense nourishment. You can use massage your scalp with coconut, almond, neem, amla or olive oil.
5.Avoid taking hot water baths - Hot water opens the pores, making your hair follicles brittle leading to hair fall.
- Another thing to be kept in mind is to use a thick hair brush and not to comb your hair roughly if you are facing hair fall.
- It is also suggested that if you have long hair, then avoid tying your tresses in a bun all the time as this can also lead to hair fall as well. And finally, if you really love your hair then please avoid indulging in a lot of hair styling as it damages your tresses.
6. Beat stress - Yes, you heard it right. Stress is a major factor that leads to hair fall. So, try to control it with meditation, yoga and breathing exercises.
7. Healthy Diet - Your first step towards healthy hair is to switch to a healthy diet and exercise regime. Include protein rich food like wheat, oats, barley, maize and brown rice in your palette. Kidney beans, black beans, chickpeas and green peas are another great source of protein.
8. Drink lot of Water - Drinking water not just keeps your skin healthy but also makes hair roots strong.
9. say no to smoking and alcohol - Smoking & consumption of Alcohaol aggravate the problem of hair loss.
10.Choose a healthy lifestyle - A healthy lifestyle is the key to keep you fit overall. So, please get ample amount of sleep as insufficient sleep may aggravate the problem.