Natural Hair Treatments & Growth

Generally loss of hair On an average approx 80 – 150 hairs a day, which can be ignored. There is a cause for concern if the hair loss is double than that. There can be several factors behind hair loss such as environmental effects, aging, too much stress, excessive smoking, nutritional deficiency, hormonal imbalance, genetic factors, scalp infections, use of wrong or chemically enriched hair products, certain medicines and medical conditions like thyroid disorder, autoimmune diseases, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), iron-deficiency anemia, and chronic illnesses are the key reasons.

Common Homeopathic medicine

Homeopathy treats the person as a whole. It means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a person, as well as his pathological condition. The homeopathic medicines are selected after a full individualizing examination and case-analysis, which includes the medical history of the patient, physical and mental constitution etc.

Acid-flouricum, Graphites, Apis, Ars-alb, Calcarea, Hepar-sulph, Psorinum, Kali-carb, Sepia, Psorinum, Calc-phos, Carbo-animalis, Selenium, Kali-phos, Lycopodium.

Natural Treatments for Hair Growth

Ayurvedic philosophy attributes hair fall to the rise of Pitta dosha in the body (We also encourage you to discover your personal dosha here). This dosha can result in excess heat in your constitution which may disrupt metabolic processes and trigger hair loss. Curb Pitta by reducing the intake of alcohol, coffee, tea, smoking, oily, spicy and acidic foods. Enough sleep can also ease Pitta dosha by relaxing you. A good night’s sleep is the first step to stress management and promoting hair growth.

Amla (Indian gooseberry)

As one of the reasons for hair loss could be impurities in your blood, opt for amla or amlaki for its purifying power. Indian gooseberry is power packed with the goodness of Vitamin C among many minerals and antioxidants. It prevents grey hair and acts as a conditioner to give you strong and silky.

Make a potent Ayurvedic treatment for long and strong hair by using amla in a hair pack. Mix together amla powder, fenugreek powder and Brahmi powder in a cup of curd. Apply and leave on for an hour or two. Wash it off with a mild shampoo.

Neem (Margosa)

Hair loss can occur due to scalp infections and dandruff. Neem has great antibacterial properties which can help reduce this hair loss. Switch out chemical hair washes for this powerful natural alternative. Boil a cup of neem leaves in four cups of water. Strain and cool this mixture. Rinse your hair with this water post-shampoo. This hair loss treatment for men and women will make your scalp flake-free and keep hair fall at bay. You could also do head massage (champi) with neem oil.

Ashwagandha (Winter Cherry)

With natural hair fall treatment tips, ashwagandha deserves an honorary mention. This Pitta-pacifying herb is rich in antioxidants and is the best go-to when hair loss is due to aggravated Pitta. You can also take ashwagandha supplements to deter Pitta-induced hair fall. It clears away toxins and enhances immunity to help your hair.

Bhringaraj (Eclipta Prostrata)

This herb is known as the king of herbs for the hair and with good reason. It is well known for its abilities to reverse baldness and help with hair regrowth. Strengthen hair follicles with a hair mask containing this powerhouse herb. Oiling your hair with bhringaraj oil and leaving it on overnight will give you a lustrous mane.

Jatamansi (Indian Spikenard)

Jatamansi is a staple in hair tonics because it rejuvenates hair roots. It is an anti-fungal agent that can fight off scalp infections. This aromatic herb promotes restful sleep and prevents graying hair.