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Grey Hair Treatment

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Dr. Shantnu SharmaAyurvedic Doctor • 24 Years Exp.Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
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10 best natural remedies to fight premature hair greying

The main reason for hair greying is the loss of pigmentation melanin from the hair follicles, and it is best to treat this problem with effective home remedies that have absolutely no side effects.

Curry leaves and coconut oil massage

One of the most common herbs used to temper indian curries, curry leaves have amazing benefits for hair as well. It is the most effective natural grey hair solution. Vitamin b present in curry leaves restores the functions of the natural pigment in the hair follicles that provides a shining black colour to the hair strands and prevents further greying of hair. It also supplies essential nutrients to the hair and heals damaged hair roots. Being a rich source of beta-carotene, it stimulates hair growth and prevents hair fall. The benefits of coconut oil for hair and skin are numerous as well. It is the best natural conditioner for dry, rough hair that smoothens the open hair cuticles and makes hair lustrous, bouncy and manageable.
Ingredients:
Coconut oil - 1 cup
Curry leaves - handful

Add the curry leaves to the oil and boil it for 6 to 8 minutes, or till the leaves turn black. Remove from flame and let it cool. Strain the oil in a container and massage your scalp and hair with this oil 3 to 4 times per week before going to bed. Wash off with a mild herbal shampoo in the morning.

Amla and fenugreek pack

Amla or Indian gooseberry is one of the most effective home remedies for grey hair and has been used since ancient times in Ayurveda for treating all kinds of hair problems. Being a rich source of antioxidant vitamin c, it has amazing anti-aging properties and helps in preventing premature greying of hair. It also promotes hair growth and improves hair health. Fenugreek or methi is a common kitchen spice, but it is loaded with nutrients such as vitamin c, iron, potassium, lysine, l-tryptophan and alkaloids that have amazing benefits for hair and skin. It prevents premature greying, treats follicular problems to prevent hair fall, promotes hair growth and prevents scalp dryness as well as dandruff. In addition, it also acts as an effective natural remedy for acne and pimples.

Ingredients:
Dried amla - 5 to 6 pieces
Fenugreek - 1 tablespoon
Coconut oil - half cup

Turn the fenugreek seeds to a smooth powder and keep aside. Heat the oil and add the amla pieces to it, let it boil for 5 to 6 minutes, add the fenugreek powder to the oil, let it boil for another minute and remove from flame. Let it cool and strain the oil, apply on scalp and hair before going to bed. Wash off with a mild herbal shampoo in the morning.

Lemon juice and almond oil massage

Being a rich source of antioxidant vitamin e, almond oil acts a natural remedy for treating wrinkles, fine lines and age spots. Almond oil is extremely beneficial for hair as well. Massaging scalp and hair with almond oil prevents premature greying of hair. It nourishes the roots of the hair, improves elasticity and prevents split ends. It treats dandruff and adds a healthy glow to hair. Lemon is a rich source of vitamins b, c and phosphorus that promotes hair growth by supplying nourishment to the hair roots. It adds volume and shine to the hair strands.
Ingredients:
Almond oil - 2 tablespoon
Lemon juice - 3 tablespoon

Mix almond oil and lemon juice in a glass bowl and apply thoroughly on scalp and hair, leave it on for 30 minutes and wash off with a mild shampoo.

Black tea massage
The benefits of black tea for cancer prevention and improving cardiovascular health are well known. But it also has great benefits for skin and hair. Loaded with antioxidants and caffeine, black tea stimulates hair growth and improves strength and elasticity of the hair strands to prevent brittleness and breakage of hair. It adds a natural dark hue to hair and adds a natural shine to it.
Ingredients:
Black tea powder - 2 tablespoons
Salt - 1 teaspoon
Boil 2 tablespoons of black tea and 1 teaspoon of.

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