Best Home Remedies for Hair Growth
Feel like you’ve been waiting for ages to have long luscious locks but still have short and brittle hair? You’re not alone!
The good news is that there are products you can find in the kitchen that you could use to combat this problem.
It’s time to leave those bad hair days behind and say hello to long silky locks! Check out the best home remedies for hair growth that will make everyone jelly of you.
Coconut Milk
Coconut is rich in essential nutrients such as proteins and iron which is excellent for hair growth and breakage prevention. It’s recommended to apply coconut milk to your hair before washing your hair. Leave it on for at least an hour and rinse off, shampoo and condition as usual.
Egg Mask
Protein and lecithin are two nutrients that egg yolks are known for and we have a powerful recipe that will make your hair healthy and silky. Mix one egg yolk, one tablespoon of olive oil, and a little bit of water in a bowl. Coat your hair with this mixture and slip on a shower cap. Leave it on for at least an hour while you watch your fave chick-flick and then rinse off. Shampoo and condition as usual, make sure to get rid of the mixture completely so you don’t smell like egg the entire day. Enjoy your silky locks!
Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
Say hello to happy hair days! Loaded with potassium, pectin, Malic acid and calcium, raw apple cider vinegar will work wonders on your hair. It has a pH of 3, which will help your hair maintain its pH balance and it also removes dead skin cells from your scalp. Mix 2-4 tablespoons of raw apple cider vinegar with 16 ounces of water. After shampooing and rinsing your hair thoroughly, pour the mixture on your scalp and hair. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes and rinse thoroughly. Repeat no more than twice a week.
Potato Juice
Potato is rich in vitamin C, niacin, iron and zinc which promotes hair growth. In a food processor, add 4 unpeeled potatoes and extract the juice. Massage the juice in your scalp for 5-10 minutes and leave on for at least 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Easy peasy DIY recipe using only one ingredient!
Biotin
Biotin is so powerful that it not only helps keep your hair healthy but also your skin, eyes, liver, and nervous system. If you are experiencing hair loss, then biotin is the way to go. You can easily purchase capsules for under $10.
Hibiscus Flower
Besides making a delicious and refreshing drink, hibiscus flowers can be used to avoid hair breakage and graying. Mix dry hibiscus in a little bit of water and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Then apply it to your scalp. Rinse off.
Green Tea
To stimulate your hair follicles and avoid dandruff, green tea is the ultimate solution. After washing your hair as normal, massage freshly brewed tea onto your scalp and leave it on for 10 minutes. Rinse it off with cool water. Use 2-3 times a week for the next couple of months for a significant difference.
Vitamin E Oil
Vitamin E oil is packed with antioxidants and nutrients that promotes healthy hair, skin, and nails. Mix a tablespoon of vitamin E oil with warm coconut oil and massage onto your scalp. Leave it on for 30 minutes and wash your hair as usual. Repeat 2-3 times a week for best results.
Olive Oil
Are your tight curls in need of a deep conditioner? Nourish them with extra virgin olive oil. Mix 1/2 cup of your favorite conditioner with 1/4 cup of olive oil. Apply it to your hair in sections and leave it on for 15 minutes. Hop in the shower and rinse off the mixture.
Argan Oil
You’ve probably noticed that many of the hair products at the beauty salon contain argan. What’s the hype? Argan oil contains fatty acids and vitamin E, which is essential for hair growth. It’s a super popular product among celebrities! It’ll give you the shiny and bouncy hair you’ve always wanted. You can use it as a shampoo, hair mask, or styling agent.
