For both men and women, hair is a strong
part of identity. We design our hair, color it, add accessories or give it a
free rein to send the world a message about ourselves. This is why hair loss,
although often harmless, can be so devastating. It doesn't have to be.
According to the Mayo Clinic, hair loss is
caused by the destruction of hair follicles and their replacement with scar
tissue.
The most common causes of hair loss are
family history (we thank Bald Uncle Bob for these genes!), Hormonal changes
(like pregnancy and menopause), medical conditions like ringworm and lupus, and
medications, such as those used to treat cancer, arthritis, depression, and
heart problems.
1. Olive oil, cinnamon, and honey
Start by heating the olive oil in the
microwave or on the stove. Mix 1 to 3 teaspoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of
cinnamon. Massage your scalp with the warm home remedy and leave it on for 15-20
minutes before rinsing it off with a mild shampoo. Home remedies for life
recommend repeating the treatment 2-3 times a week.
2. Fenugreek seeds
Add the ground fenugreek seeds to the water
to make a paste that you can apply to your scalp. Rest for 1-2 hours, then
rinse it off with water. Home Remedies For Life says the seeds are effective
because they contain hormonal precursors that stimulate hair growth and
proteins that strengthen tufts of hair.
3. Castor oil
It
nourishes the scalp and cures infections that impede hair growth. Home Remedies
for Life suggests massaging warm castor oil into hair and scalp. Wash off the castor oil with a mild shampoo
the next morning. Instead, add a few drops of castor oil to your regular
moisturizing regime.
4. Aloe vera
You are probably familiar with aloe vera in
the context of a sunburn. that stimulate
hair growth, open up clogged hair follicles, and clear up scalp infections.
Simply massage aloe vera gel onto your scalp in the evening. Cover it with a
hood and rinse it off with lukewarm water the next morning.
5. Onions
To take advantage of onion antioxidants,
Home Remedies for Life recommends making a home remedy with equal parts onion
juice and organic honey. Rub the solution into the scalp, let the solution soak
for a few minutes, and then rinse with water.
6. Coconut oil
Massage your scalp with your favorite
coconut oil and leave it on for an hour before rinsing it off.
7. Garlic
You may hesitate to try this home remedy
with exposure to a scent like garlic, but follow the directions provided by The
Health Site and not only will you stimulate hair growth, but you'll also smell
a pleasant and refreshing scent. Boil mashed garlic cloves in coconut oil.
Allow the solution to cool, then rub it into your scalp. The high concentration
sulfur in garlic aides rejuvenate hair growth, while coconut oil moisturizes.
8. Eggs
Like garlic, eggs are high in sulfur. It is
also rich in phosphorous, selenium, zinc, iodine, and protein, all of which
promote hair growth. The health site recommends mixing an egg white in a
teaspoon of olive oil until the solution reaches a paste-like consistency.
Massage the scalp with the home remedy and let it soak for 15-20 minutes.
