5 amazingly easy home remedies for hair loss
If you notice your hair getting thinner or falling out more than it used to, you may be facing an increased rate of hair loss rate that is not caused by a natural process. If you would like to know more about how exactly to identify hair loss, see our article, Hair loss; how to prevent and control it.
In this article, we are going to show you 5 home remedies that are very easy to prepare and that may surprise you with their effectiveness to slow down the rate of hair loss and stimulate growth.
If you don’t suffer from hair loss but you are looking for a way to make your hair grow faster, we recommend reading Sure-fire tips and treatments for growing beautiful, healthy hair, fast.
1. Aloe vera
Properties
Aloe vera, or aloe, is one of the most famous plants in the world due to its nutritional value and its many medicinal and cosmetic benefits. It has a high water content and is rich in antioxidants and minerals. Therefore, with regular use it can prevent hair loss and also relieve itching produced by dandruff.
Preparation and application
1. Cut the aloe vera leaf horizontally
2. Scoop out the gell and gently rub it onto your scalp
3. Leave it to dry for 2 hours
4. Rinse well with warm water
5. Repeat this process 3 times a week to obtain the best results.
2. Green tea
Properties
Green tea contains a huge quantity of various different antioxidants that strengthen the hair, stimulates the hair, and prevent excessive hair loss.
Preparation and application
1. Heat two bags of green tea in a pot of water
2. When the water is warm, apply it to the scalp
3. Leave it for one hour
4. Rinse with warm or cold water
You can also use the tea as a toner after showering.
3. Rosemary
Properties
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is used in the kitchen to give flavor and aroma to our food, but this is not its only use. For thousands of years, rosemary has been used as a medicinal plant to relieve pain from different illnesses and care for skin and hair. It contains vitamins A, B2, B6, C, calcium and zinc, which improve circulation in the scalp and stop hair loss, allowing for thick, silky hair.
Preparation and application
1. Heat a cup of water
2. When it starts to boil, place three tablespoons of dried rosemary (pre-washed)
3. Strain the water and let it cool
4. Massage the infusion onto the scalp
5. Leave it for up to two hours
6. Rinse with warm or cold water, or with a mixture of vinegar and water.
4. Onion
Properties
Onion is often used as a remedy for wounds and skin problems. Therefore, this remedy is ideal if you are suffering from hair loss as a result of a skin condition. Also, the juice from this vegetable contains large quantities of sulfur, which improves blood circulation towards hair follicles, preventing hair loss and stimulating growth.
Preparation and application
1. Extract the juice from an onion and strain it
2. Apply the liquid to the scalp
3. Leave it for 30 minutes
4. Wash the hair well in warm or cold water
5. Repeat twice per week, over three months
5. Cannabis*
The Cannabis, or marijuana plant, has many properties, including strengthening the hair follicles. CBD, one of the active substances present in this plant, may contribute to cell regeneration and is recognized as an anti-aging component and antioxidant.
Cannabis contains vitamin E, which strengthens the hair, increasing its elasticity and making it softer. Gamma linolenic acid, one of the fatty acids found in cannabis, is a great hydrator and combats dryness and nourishes the scalp, eliminating dandruff. If that weren’t enough, the Cannabis plant also contains other fatty acids that are essential for hair growth and make hair look shiny, silky and healthy.
Preparation and application
- Crush two tablespoons of cannabis stems or seeds
- Add half a cup of coconut or olive oil
- Heat the mixture for a couple of minutes
- Let it cool and keep in a bottle (preferably glass and opaque) for up to 3 days.
- Use a generous amount of this cannabis oil and gently massage the scalp.
- Leave it for 30 minutes
- Rinse out with cold water.
*Always check to see if it is legal in your jurisdiction before obtaining any cannabis-based product.
We hope you enjoyed reading about the 5 best home remedies to stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss.