Ayurvedic Hair Cair Solutions for Healthy Long Hair

Life isn’t perfect but your hair can be with the right tailored regime for hair care. All things when endowed with proper love and care grow; treat your hair like that sensitive antique piece you love and with royalty as it is the crown you never take off. Ayurveda has numerous natural hair treatment products as well various other hair care tips that can aid you in getting those long lustrous hair you always desired. There is no magical remedy to correct your hair it takes patience and a few ayurvedic solutions that have long term effects on the health of your hair. follow these 10 ayurvedic hair care tips for long and healthy hair-

• Onion Juice:

Onions might make your eyes cry but they would make your hair happy. It’s quite an effective ayurvedic remedy commonly used by our grandmothers. The juice of the onion is an excellent source of sulphur which boosts collagen and helps reduce hair fall. Squeeze out the onion juice and gently massage it onto your scalp 15 minutes before shampoo. Use this once a week.

• Rose Water:

Rose water isn’t only skin friendly, while it is well-known for its soothing effects on skin it is also helpful in getting soft and long hair. Spray gulab jal or rosewater all over your hair 20 minutes before taking a shower. Do this before every alternate hair wash day.

• Bhringraj Hair Oil:

Bhringraj is very effective for hair loss and scalp problems, it helps in growth of healthy long hair. Bhringraj is known as the food for hair; it strengthens them and prevents dandruff. Use ayurvedic herb enriched head massage oil bhringraj. Apply it from scalp to ends and wrap your hair in a hot towel for 30 minutes for best results.

• Homemade Shampoo:

What’s better than using a natural hair treatment product formulated into a shampoo at home. Soak soap nuts in 2 cups warm water overnight and boil them the next morning. After the mixture cools down pour it down your hair after washing your hair. Soap nuts retain natural oils in your scalp and increase the volume of your hair. It can be used regularly due to its mild nature.

• Amla or Indian Gooseberry:

Amla improves the texture of your hair and promotes strengthening of hair follicles which aid in growth of long hair. Eating amla regularly is beneficial for the entire body or you can apply a paste of amla (5 tbsp) and water (5 tbsp) and apply it on your hair. Use this paste thrice a week.

• Coconut Oil:

There are ample of hair care oils out there and it can be baffling to choose one. Coconut oil is the unparalleled hair oil for long hair. In winters it prevents dandruff and in summers it helps in decreasing the frizziness. It is the ideal natural conditioner for hair filled with protein and potassium aiding in growth of long and radiant hair.

• Hair Masks:

Hair masks are still not used regularly by the masses. Pre-shampoo masks protect the hair and nourish them from within. Use the intensive hair repair masque japapatti and brahmi, a rich creamy mask excellent in repairing and hydrating your hair. Whisk a whole fresh egg with it and leave the mixture for 30 minutes at least for best results.

• Henna:

Our grandmothers still have thick and long hair; many of them used henna or mehndi to dye their hair. Henna is not only crucial for making hair more lustrous and strong but is also has anti-bacterial properties that helps in scalp problems. Mixing henna with bhringraj, fenugreek seeds or neem enriches its properties.

• Physical Fitness:

Getting proper proteins and carbohydrates is of utmost importance along with their proper utilization in the body. Remaining physically fit either through cardio or yoga helps in ensuring the nutrients we consume are used effectively by body.

• Aromatic Jatamansi:

Jatamansi is the best ayurvedic herb for hair growth. It not only enhances the texture of hair giving them a nonpareil shine but also improves skin complesion and texture. You can consume it as food or apply its powder to scalp once a week.