TNN | May 21, 2018
1/5Best oil for hair fall
Do you remember the last time you oiled your hair? Well, if it was ages ago and you are experiencing hair fall, then chances are your hair needs nourishment! The problem of hair fall seems to be very common these days. Some of the most common causes of hair fall or hair loss are stress, nutritional deficiencies, dandruff, excessive oiliness of the scalp, illness, thyroid imbalance, as well as hair damage caused by procedures like hair colouring/dyeing, bleaching, straightening, perming, etc.
Hormonal imbalances during menopause, or post pregnancy can also cause hair loss. But the good news is that hair fall or hair loss can be always reversed. And, in order to help you deal with the depressing hair fall, we will tell you about a homemade oil that will leave you with healthy and shiny hair in no time.
Hormonal imbalances during menopause, or post pregnancy can also cause hair loss. But the good news is that hair fall or hair loss can be always reversed. And, in order to help you deal with the depressing hair fall, we will tell you about a homemade oil that will leave you with healthy and shiny hair in no time.
2/5The magical hair oil
Bhringraj (False Daisy) popularly as ‘Karisalankanni’ or ‘Kehraj’ is a medicinal ayurvedic herb, which has been used as a vital hair care ingredient since ancient times. Legend has it that bhringraj slows down the ageing process of hair while rejuvenating it, specially if you apply it in the form of an oil. The oil also helps boost blood circulation to the scalp, thereby triggering hair growth. While it's not so difficult to procure, it's best to make it at home and believe us it's not so difficult.
3/5How to make the oil
Heat a cup of coconut oil in a vessel. Now, take a handful of finely chopped bhringraj leaves or a tablespoon of bhringraj powder and add to the coconut oil. Add a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds (methi dana) and heat the mixture for about five minutes. Now, turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool. Once the mixture has cooled down, strain it and store it in a container.
4/5Add this secret ingredient for best results
Add one tablespoon of shikakai to the homemade oil to enhance the effects of bhringraj. Adding shikakai would also
boost hair growth and reduce the production of excess sebum in the scalp.
boost hair growth and reduce the production of excess sebum in the scalp.
5/5How to apply the oil for best results
Heat the homemade oil for half a minute. Now, apply the oil on your hair and scalp, and massage gently in circular motion.
Massage the hair for 20 minutes and leave it open for an hour. Wash off the oil with a mild shampoo and you are done!
Massage the hair for 20 minutes and leave it open for an hour. Wash off the oil with a mild shampoo and you are done!
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