Hair Loss Remedies

Writing by Raechele on Tuesday, 1 of July , 2008 at 1:54 pm

Piyu left a comment in my last article about Hair Loss and Hair Biology made me realize that I hadn’t written about any home remedies that people could try to help treat and/or prevent hair loss. I did a little more research and this is what I found.

Hair Loss Remedies

Please keep in mind that some of these remedies may not work for you. Everybody’s hair is different and not everybody has the same kind of hair loss. You can try and find the following ingredients at GNC or any other natural herbs, vitamins, and minerals store.

Massage

Massaging the scalp in a circular motion for a couple of minutes a day can stimulate blood flow to the hair follicles and in mild cases stimulate some hair growth in minor cases of temporary hair loss. It is also said that massaging with lavender oil also helps.

There are several electric massagers on the market that have an attachment for scalp massaging. An oriental method called Qi Gong [pronounced chi-kung] has been used to increase circulation to the scalp. I’ve also heard that it’s been used for the face as well.

Nettle Root Extract

Nettles are rich in vitamins A and C, several key minerals and lipids that can be beneficial to the hair. Nettle Root Extract has been used successfully in Europe as an inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase in treating BPH. Women who are taking oral contraceptives [birth control] or who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take nettle root extract.

More information on Nettle Root, drugdigest.org
I also found a website that sells nettle extract shampoo, nutracareinc.com
Nettle root extract is also available at health food stores, such as GNC.

Rosemary and Sage

Rosemary and sage are two herbs that have shown benefit traditionally when used externally. All you have to do is boil rosemary, sage, peach leaf, nettle and burdock together in water . Then strain the loose herbs from the liquid and use the liquid to wash the hair daily.

I’ve heard that these are sold in jars at health food stores.

Jojoba Oil

If you are likely to get seborrhea, eczema, psoriasis, or dandruff, you could consider using jojoba oil. Mexicans and southwestern Native American nations have used jojoba oil traditionally for centuries to promote hair growth and the control of dandruff. Jojoba oil is great for hypoallergenic skin because it is a great moisturizer and mimics the scalp’s own *sebum.
*The semi-fluid secretion of the sebaceous glands, consisting chiefly of fat, keratin, and cellular material.

Here’s a website I found where you can buy pure jojoba oil, Mountain Rose Herb

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera has been used by Native Americans, Indians and many in the Caribbean to promote healthy hair and prevent hair loss. Aloe’s can help the scalp by healing it and balancing the pH level of the scalp while cleansing the pores. A common mix of Aloe Vera gel with a small amount of wheat germ oil and coconut milk is used as a shampoo and has traditionally shown great benefit.

You can buy aloe vera here, about.pricegrabber.com

Henna

Henna is a traditional Indian herb that acts as a natural conditioner and is said to be excellent for the maintenance of healthy hair. It can help heal the hair shaft by repairing and sealing the cuticle. By doing so it is protecting hair against breakage and loss of shine.

You can buy henna leaf powder here, fromnaturewithlove.com
A step-by-step recipe I found on ehow.com that uses henna leaf powder and other ingredients, ehow.com

Exercise

Exercise does nothing directly to grow hair, most *holistic practitioners recommend it. Exercising can improve blood flow, the delivery of oxygen to the cells of the body, and help the digestion of foods, all things that aid the health of hair follicles.
*Pertaining to the whole body; treatment of disease by taking into consideration every part of the body to bring the internal environment into balance.

If you have any questions or advice then feel free to comment or message me at raechelecee@gmail.com.

category: Conditioners, Hair Care, Product, Shampoos

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