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10 Home Remedies For Hair Growth

One of the first things that people see when looking at someone is their hair. When some people face hair loss it can be concerning.

In addition, it can really affect someone's confidence and self-esteem. Thinning of the hair is a concern and a problem that many people face every day.

There are many causes to why someone's hair may be thinning out and balding. For instance, it is just a natural cycle of aging; when you get older many people tend to lose hair naturally.

However, there are other causes to hair loss that are not related to age. For example, emotional or physical stress, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, medical conditions and diet.

These 10 home remedies for hair growth should help you promote hair growth and reduce your hair from falling out.

Eggs

For many people if you do not get enough protein it will reduce hair growth. This is why eggs is a great source to provide protein to your hair. It will allow your hair to become thicker and longer.

Just follow these few simple steps:

• Get one or two eggs depending on how long your hair is
• Mix the egg well
• Apply to hair and leave on for 15 minutes
• Wash out in the shower with mild shampoo

Frequency: Three to four times a week

Olive Oil

Olive oil is not just good for cooking, but it is great for your hair. It contains Omega-3 fatty acids and has moisturizing properties. This allows prevention of hair loss and also promotes thicker hair growth.

Just follow these few simple steps:

• Take a few drops and massage into your hair and scalp
• Leave it on for 30 minutes or even overnight
• Wash out with some mild shampoo

Frequency: Once or twice a week

Avocado

Avocado has Vitamin E properties which help with repairing damaged hair and vitamin B properties which are essential for promoting hair growth. It is a great way to thicken, strengthen and add moisture to your hair.

Just follow these easy steps:

• Mash one avocado and one banana together
• Add a drop of olive oil and mix well
• Apply to scalp
• Let it sit for 30 minutes
• Wash out with shampoo and conditioner

Frequency: Two to three times a week

Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek Seeds has properties like diosgenin, Vitamin C iron and fiber which are great for your hair.

It helps to prevent hair loss, strengthens and adds volume. In addition, it helps get rid of and prevents dandruff. All you need to do is follow these simple steps:

• Take three tablespoons of Fenugreek Seeds and soak them in water for about 10 hours
• Blend seeds with water in a blender
• Apply paste to hair
• Leave on for 30 minutes
• Wash out with warm water

Frequency: Once a week

Indian Gooseberry

Indian Gooseberries contains anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and exfoliating properties. This is why Indian Gooseberry is amazing when it comes to your hair. It promotes hair growth and helps with maintaining a healthy scalp.

Just follow these easy steps below:

• Add a tablespoon of Indian Gooseberry and two tablespoons of coconut oil
• Mix well together
• Boil and strain mixture
• Massage into scalp and hair
• Leave overnight
• Rinse and shampoo in shower next day

Frequency: Every few weeks

Castor Oil

Castor oil has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties which are beneficial for maintaining healthy hair. Castor oil also contains vitamin E and fatty acids. This helps you fight against dandruff, scalp infections and helps your hair from falling out. In addition, it helps with hair growth and making your hair thicker.

Just follow these simple steps:

• Heat up the castor oil
• Massage and apply to hair and scalp (caution: make sure its not too hot so you burn yourself)
• Cover hair with a warm moist towel
• Leave on for an hour
• Rinse off with shampoo

Frequency: Once a week

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is known for its many health benefits which include your overall health of your hair.

It contains more than 20 minerals and vitamins which is why it is great and essential towards your hair growth. Aloe Vera helps provide thicker hair and helps with moisture and restores pH balance to the scalp.

Just follow these steps:

• Get two or three Aloe Vera leaves
• Cut them into half and take out the gel
• Massage the scalp and apply to hair
• Leave on for 30 minutes
• Rinse off in shower

Frequency: Once a week

Henna Leaves

The use of henna leaves is an old remedy in Indian cultures. It helps give the hair a natural color, thickens hair and increases softness. Also helps prevent dandruff, itching and help promote hair growth.

You could also experience less breakage with henna leaves.

Just follow these easy steps:

• Grind a few henna leaves to make a paste
• Apply to hair
• Leave in hair up to 3 hours
• Wash out

Frequency: Once a month

Note: Use gloves as it does stain

Flaxseeds

Flaxseeds contain omega-3 acids and protein. It is also a great substitute towards chemical based products and does not have any health risks. It promotes healthy hair and thickens hair.

Follow these few steps:

• Add three tablespoons of flax seeds to water
• Soak for 5 days
• Dip cotton ball into solution and onto scalp
• Leave on for 15 minutes
• Wash out with warm water

Frequency: Daily

Orange Juice

Orange juice is not just a tasty and refreshing drink, but it is also great for your hair. It contains citric acid properties which help get rid of dandruff. Also improves thickness and promotes hair growth.

Follow these easy steps:

• Take an orange peel and blend with beater
• Apply the pulp to your hair
• Leave on for 20 minutes
• Wash off with warm water

Frequency: Once a week

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil does wonders for your hair. It contains rich carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals which are great for promoting hair growth.

It also helps thicken hair and improves blood circulation to the scalp. The proteins found in coconut oil helps with the nourishment of hair growth.

Take these simple steps:

• Heat up the oil (make sure not to burn your scalp)
• Massage into scalp
• Leave on for an hour
• Wash off

Frequency: At least once a week

Medications

Unfortunately, sometimes natural homemade remedies do not work on some people. Therefore, you may need to turn to medications like Propecia which is used for treatment on males who are experiencing hair loss. Or even see your family doctor.

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