THE BEST AYUVERDIC HERBS FOR NATURAL HAIR GROWTH

Here are some of the best herbs for hair growth and thickness, with an explanation on each one:

1) Henna Powder

Scientific name: Lawsonia inermis

Henna is commonly used for hair coloring and has been become very popular in the natural hair world. It has antibacterial, antimicrobial and astringent properties. It removes excess scalp oil to prevent clogging.

Benefits of Henna:

  

•  Natural hair color 

 

•   Treats greasy hair 

 

•  Adjust the pH of the scalp 

 

•   Repairs damage 

 

Recipe: Henna powder is mixed with water, and rested for a few hours. The paste is then applied to the hair and left for a few hours. Rinse thoroughly with cool water. 

Henna powder is also a natural dye, and has a different method of preparation for the dye effect. 

2) Amla Powder

Scientific name: Phyllanthus emblica

Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a fruit loaded with vitamin C and several other antioxidants that help with collagen production (1). Collagen increases the rate at which hair grows and promotes strong hair growth.

Advantages of Amla:

 

•   Promotes hair growth 

 

•   Reduces hair graying 

 

•   Helps with dandruff and scalp condition 

 

•   Acts as a hair conditioner 

 

Recipe: Dry Amla powder can be mixed with coconut oil and applied to your hair. You can also combine the powder with water to form a paste. The paste can be applied as a hair mask to your hair. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes and then rinse with cold water.

3) Fenugreek Powder 

Scientific name: Trigonella foenumgraecum

Advantages of Fenugreek:

 

•  Improves the circulation of the scalp 

 

•  Promotes hair growth 

 

•  Conditions of the hair 

 

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Recipe: The seeds are soaked in water; the resulting liquid is a slimy substance added to a mixture of Shikakai, Amla and Henna. Alternatively, the seeds may be soaked overnight in water and then ground to a fine paste and applied to the hair. You can add a little yogurt to the paste to reap the benefits of added lactic acid.

4) Bhringraj Powder 

Scientific name: Eclipta alba

This is an ancient Ayurvedic remedy that has been used in India for centuries. It is used to treat hair loss and to rejuvenate the scalp.

Advantages of Bhringraj:

 

•  Promotes the growth of new hair. 

 

•  Adds shine and shine to hair 

 

Recipe: You can use this herb by adding Bhringraj powder with a carrier oil and then applying the mixture to your hair. If you have fresh Bhringraj leaves, grind them and apply the paste directly to your hair.

5) Shikakai Powder

Scientific name: Acacia concinna

Shikakai is derived from the bark, leaves, and pods of the shikakai tree. Its powder helps strengthen hair, control dandruff and gently cleanse the scalp. It is mainly used in the same way as Amla.

Recipe: It may be used with a carrier oil such as coconut in its powder form, or it may be used by mixing the powdered shikakai in water to form a paste as a hair mask. Dried Shikakai fruit is also steeped in water to make a healing cleanser. This is one of the most effective herbs that promote hair growth.

Benefits of Shikakai:

 

•   Cleans and improves the health of your scalp 

 

•   Controls dandruff 

 

•   Promotes hair growth 

 

•  Strengthens the hair roots 

 

6) Moringa Powder 

Scientific name: Moringa oleifera

Moringa contains thiocyanate, which strengthens the follicles and prevents hair loss. It is used as a plant and promotes the growth of new hair.

Benefits of Moringa:

 

•  Reduces hair loss 

 

•  Promotes hair growth 

 

Recipe: You can use Moringa in its oil form by applying it directly to your hair. Alternatively, you can make a tea from Moringa powder and use that to rinse your hair.

7) Brahmi Powder

Scientific name: Bacopa monnieri

Brahmi is used in oil and powder to stop hair falling and make hair thicker and healthier.

Benefits of Brahmi:

 

 

•  Reduces stress and hair loss 

 

•   Promotes hair growth 

 

•   Nourishes the scalp 

 

Recipe: The powder is mixed with water to form a paste and applied to the hair and scalp for one hour. A head massage with Brahmi Oil is the perfect stress-buster that reduces hair loss.

8) Flaxseed

Scientific name: Linum usitatissimum

Flaxseed contains a wealth of fatty acids that are essential to your hair. It also consists of antioxidants that get rid of free radicals.

Advantages of flaxseed:

  

•  Maintains hair 

 

•   Fights free radicals 

 

•  Strengthen the hair 

 

•  Prevents hair loss 

 

•  Moisturizes hair 

 

Recipe: To use flaxseed for your hair, ground seeds boil to form a gel. Apply this gel to the scalp and hair.

9) Cassia Powder 

Scientific name: Cassia obovata

Cassia is a well-known conditioner for dry hair. It is sometimes known as the blonde henna because it adds golden gray hair to golden colors.

Benefits of Cassia:

antibacterial

 

•  Reduces hair loss 

 

•  Conditions hair 

 

Recipe:  To use, mix Cassia in water until it gets to a pasty consistency. Apply the paste to your hair and leave it for an hour. Wash your hair to remove any residue.

10) Licorice Powder

Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza glabra

Licorice root has triterpene saponins, glycosides and flavonoids that heal the scalp and to nourish damage that might have been caused by fungal infection. It acts as an effective cleanser.

Benefits of liquorice:

 

•  Nourish the scalp 

 

•  Heal damage 

 

Recipe: To make licorice root as a hair cleanser, add one tablespoon of it to three cups of boiling water. Let it simmer for an hour and then strain. After cooling, the solution applies to your scalp and hair.