5 Best Herbs For Your Hair

Hair Care

oi-Anwesha Barari

By Anwesha Barari

Tuesday, September 13, 2011, 11:46

The best treatment for your hair is with herbs and there is no doubt about it. However, we always turn to nature last after we have tried everything else and damaged our hair in the process. Be smart and choose herbal hair remedies before anything else. Our ancient Indian science of Ayurveda has all kinds of herbs for hair, be it herbs for loss, colour and health. These natural herbs are easily available and always good for the general health of your hair. They are also capable of solving specific problems like dryness or dandruff.

Here is a list of the best herbs for hair that will be your alternative green remedy to artificial treatments.

Top 5 Herbs For Hair:

1. Reetha: Is the Indian name for Washing or Soap nuts or Sapindus Mukorossi, its scientific name. It is a tree that grows at very high altitudes. In India it is a mythical plant that grew in the Himalaya from where the sages of the past found the secrets of beautiful hair. It is the best cleansing agent for your hair. With the growing levels of pollution, Reetha could be your saving grace to get rid of the dirt that clogs your scalp pores.

2. Bhringraj: In botanical terms Eclipta alba, is a herb used by ancient Indians to have thick lustrous black hair. This herb for hair loss also addresses the problem of premature graying. It is best to boil this herb in coconut or almond oil so that the essence bleeds into the oil. You have to massage it on your scalp, see how ancient science can work wonders. It can easily be stored in bottles once it cools down.

3. Methi or Fenugreek: It is an ingredient that helps solve your hair problems in two ways; one when you apply and secondly when you eat it. You can crush the seeds or leaves and use them as a hair pack for natural hair remedy or you can you can temper your food with the seeds and add the leaves to your curries. It will improve the holistic health of your hair and also foster hair growth by increasing the blood circulation of the scalp.

4. Henna or Mehendi: This natural colouring agent is also a very good herb for hair loss. If you mix it with curd and lemon then it becomes an effective cure for dandruff. Henna hair packs can be made by mixing it with several ingredients and in any proportion. But it always strengthens the roots of your hair.

5. Aloe Vera: Is a herb that is good not only for hair but every aspect of beauty and health, be it skin or eyes or kidneys! Aloe vera is great if your hair is thinning as it is a mild shampoo not harsh like chemicals on your hair.

These natural beauty tips are based on the 5 best herbs for hair; a completely green hair care solution.