Author: Namratha Gopal
Grandmas are the best. When it comes to our grandmothers everything is abundant – be it an unconditional love, the care, the cute little gifts, the yummy food they prepare, the head massages they give us and all their magical home remedies they try for us and the list goes on. So you all might be thinking why am telling so much about grandmothers. When it comes to hair care the first person to care about us would be our grandmothers. Be it oiling our hair with a good head massage, washing hair with shikakai paste, giving charcoal heat to dry hair making sure we do not suffer from cold, good food that benefit your hair and what not ?!!
Lockdown has made us realize these. Aren’t they? We simply spend so much on the hair masks, conditioners and typical hair growth oils. But at the end of the day we need to make sure what best suits for us. I always stress on the importance of home remedies and their benefits which is essential to know too rather spending so much on typical harsh chemicals out there. We never lose anything by giving a try right?! So check out an amazing recipe for hair growth mix which you will be amazed for sure and is super natural and all effective.
RECIPE FOR HAIR GROWTH MIX
Benefits of the ingredients used in the hair growth mix
Bhringraj Powder
A traditional herb that is super beneficial and recommended for growing long, silky smooth, strong and lustrous hair. Thus effective for hair loss, preventing baldness and promotes hair growth. Helps treating scalp from deep thus helping for treating dandruff due to its anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties. Prevents graying of hair and the main thing is it strengthens hair. Nourishes the hair by supplying vitamins and antioxidants and restores the natural hair color.
Fenugreek Powder
Fenugreek is a rich source of protein and iron which are essential nutrients for hair. The saponin in fenugreek has antibacterial and antifungal properties which help in treating dandruff. The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties of fenugreek help in reducing inflammation of the hair follicles that may lead to many issues. Fenugreek is known for promoting hair growth and is especially helpful in increasing hair density and decreasing hair shedding.
Hibiscus Powder
Hibiscus is rich in nutrients such as amino acids which are very necessary in producing the keratin. They stimulate hair re-growth and are capable of transforming from dormant follicles and even bald patches to thick and dense follicles when used regularly. We can easily count on the hibiscus for silky smooth hair and their leaves are also very beneficial. They are rich in invigorating ingredients that is flavonoids and amino acids that is very helpful in obtaining healthy strong hair.
Shikakai Powder
One of the best thing about shikaki powder is that it adds shine and softens the hair naturally. Heals and soothes the itchy dry scalp and promotes the hair growth which is the best part about. Works best on lice and treats dandruff. Acts as a mild detangler and natural cleanser. Slow downs the graying of hair. Can trust this for lifetime for getting stronger and thicker hair.
Ingredients to form paste
It’s completely up to you to use the ingredients to form the paste depending on your hair and scalp concerns. Rose water can be used if you have oily scalp and have dandruff. Use Curd if you need shiny and silky smooth hair with moisturized scalp. Green tea mixture can be used if you are in need of hair growth and to get rid of thinning of hair. Use black tea mixture if you want to restore the natural hair color and to promote healthy scalp.
Method
Things you need:
- 4 tbsp of Bhringraj powder
- 3-4 tbsp of Fenugreek powder
- 4 tbsp of Hibiscus powder
- 5-6 tbsp of Shikakai powder
- Rose water/ curd/ green tea/ black tea (Based on your choice and adjust the quantity as per hair length)
Directions:
To prepare this hair growth mix, mix bhringraj powder, hibiscus powder, fenugreek powder and shikaki powder. Give a very good mix to prepare the dry mixture. To this dry mixture you can add either rose water or curd or green tea or black tea to form the paste as per your choice and requirements. Apply this paste on the scalp and hair and wash it after 2 hours. Can wash it off with plain water or can shampoo. Can store the dry mixture in air tight container.
Note
- Can adjust the quantity of products as per the hair length.
- Use the freshly prepared paste as much as possible in order to maintain the scalp health.
- Maintain consistency to see the best results.
- Perform patch test before you use this paste and check if you are allergic to any of the ingredient used in the hair growth mix.
- Use organic products/ ingredients for best results and to maintain the scalp health.
- Do not expect instant results in case of hair care especially since hair growth period is very less and can vary from person to person.
