Hair fall is a common problem that most people across the world deal with. Losing about 50-100 strands of hair each day is pretty normal. Excessive hair loss can be a troublesome problem, often causing worry. Hair fall could happen due to many reasons, and the exhaustive list includes chemical hair treatments, heat styling tools, stress, poor diet, bad hair care routines and more.
Here are some home remedies that will help strengthen your hair follicles and help to reduce falling hair.
Flaxseed
Flaxseed is the best home remedies for hair loss. Not only this, but it also makes hair stronger. It is loaded with short-chain omega 3 fatty acids, particularly alpha-linolenic acid, which is necessary for maintaining the health of hair follicles. Flaxseed helps increase the elasticity of the hair fiber, making it healthy, strong, shiny and prevents breakage. If your hair lacks luster, is prone to breakage, looks dry and brittle, you can benefit a lot from this seed. Consuming or using flaxseed for hair can change the texture of your mane considerably. It will also ensure that the new hair which grows from the roots is strong and healthy.
Basil oil
Basil leaves have been historically used in the traditional medicine and diet of many cultures. The essential oils contain the same compounds as the leaves in a convenient form and have been touted to have a wide variety of benefits. This oil has stimulant properties and can be applied topically to increase blood flow. The increased blood flow is theorized to help hair growth.
Eat high-protein food
Poor diet can also contribute to hair loss. Consume a diet rich in oils, protein, and nutrients to nourish your body and scalp. Eating lean meats, fish, soy and other proteins may help reduce hair loss. Many foods rich in protein also contain vitamin B-12, which is great for your hair.
Minimize stress
Stress can cause the hair to stop growing and cause excessive shedding. It can also cause an autoimmune response where the body’s immune system attacks the hair follicles resulting in hair loss. The hormones that our bodies release when it's stressed is what disrupts the hair growth cycle. As a result of this disruption, the hair goes into a longer rest period which stops growth.
Minimize your stress, start by getting consistent rest, exercising frequently, eating healthy, staying hydrated, and avoiding smoking, drugs, and alcohol.
Get your snooze on
Sleep disorders such as insomnia and stress are closely linked, aim to get 7+ hours of sleep to help reduce stress.
Pumpkin seed hair oil
A team of Korean researchers published a study in 2014 on pumpkin seed oil and its effects on pattern hair loss. The phytosterols present in Pumpkin seed hair oil are very good for hair growth. They can block the hormones and enzymes that are responsible for hair loss. Pumpkin seeds block DHT with the help of its many beneficial nutrients. They are also available as oil gel capsules.
Onion juice
Apply raw red onion juice directly on the scalp and the shafts of your hair. Medical evidence suggests that this trick does wonders for obtaining healthy hair if used with discretion. The feel of applying raw onion juice on the scalp is not at all glamorous but it is a big trend even in Korean beauty as it is loaded with anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory properties and lots of antioxidants.
Black seed oil
Black seed oil is known as a miracle oil for hair loss. This nutrient rich oil contains vitamin B, folic acid, calcium, and iron and thymoquinone, which is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has been known to help support hair growth and thickness and treating scalp conditions that may be contributing to hair loss. Simply massage the oil into the scalp, or use it as a treatment mask for a more targeted, in-depth treatment.
