Posted By: Stella Pike | March 5, 2022
If asked about hair goals, the most common answer would be long, lustrous, smooth, silky and voluminous hairs. I mean who doesn’t want these types of hairs? But the problem is, not everyone is blessed with a good hair condition. While genetics and heredity play an important role in getting the texture of the hairs, it is also true that we can have control of our hair appearance.
Pollution, stress, junk food and unhealthy lifestyles damage our hair extremely. Using products with harsh chemicals or heat styling tools can ruin our hair. Our hairs are usually silky and smooth after a professional salon treatment. But what if we want to attain those lovely, frizz-free, luscious locks at home on our own? With some knowledge and caring, it is possible to get salon-like hairs at home. We just have to look for the right ingredients in the products we buy depending on our hair types.
Some natural ingredients work as food for our hair and you must include them in your ‘hair diet’. These ingredients can work like magic for our hairs as they have various properties locked in them. Here are the ingredients listed below:
The next time you root into buying hair products, you must look for argan oil as one of the ingredients or you can directly apply argan oil to your hair if the cost is not a concern. Argan oil is rich in Vitamin-E; various unsaturated fatty acids like oleic acid, linoleic acid etc. and have various antifungal properties. Benefits of argan oil are:
Along with many health benefits, Aloe Vera is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties which help with scalp issues. It contains Vitamin A, C, E and B12 and folic acids promoting hair growth. Make a DIY Aloe Vera gel at home and use it daily for various benefits like:
Research shows that onion contains anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties which promote blood flow to the scalp and kill the bacteria, ultimately resulting in hair growth. Including onion in your hair care regimen is like preventing all hair issues at once.
For years, Bhringraj has been used in Ayurvedic medicines as a herb that helps with hair growth. It successfully improves blood circulation in the scalp and hair follicles, which feeds the roots by bringing in more nutrients via the blood supply that eventually stimulates hair growth.
It is used from ancient times for head to toe treatment because it is a simple but excellent ingredient having a vast number of benefits for skin and hair. It penetrates the scalp thoroughly and protects the hair cuticle from any damage. Some of the vast benefits of coconut oil are:
Apple Cider Vinegar is a mild and natural cleanser easily available in every store. You can use Apple Cider Vinegar in a variety of ways such as a hair mask, hair mist or an after rinse. Just dilute 2 spoons of Apple Cider Vinegar into 1 cup of water and rinse your hair thoroughly after shampooing and conditioning.
Honey is rich in antioxidants and humectant properties. This kitchen ingredient can work wonders on your hair. You can use raw honey in a form of a conditioner or a hair mask and you can even buy products containing honey as a major ingredient.
These ingredients do work as a miracle that can transform your hairs if used properly and moderately. All these ingredients are easily available nowadays. You can use them alone or in the form of products like shampoo, conditioner, mask or serum. These ingredients will provide your hair health that will last for a long time if used regularly. Just prepare a simple hair care routine and stick to that. Avoid products with harsh chemicals and also avoid heat styling tools to protect your hair from damage.
You are advised to consult a dermatologist if you are suffering from long term hair concerns. They will find the root cause of the problem and will suggest you proper solution.