Author: Namratha Gopal
Tresses are a direct expression of an individual’s personality and style that adds beauty. Stress these days and increased work timings due to which the low intake of food being taken, all these parameters directly affect hair resulting in excessive hair loss. Hair loss is really a troublesome problem and is so common these days. Diagnosing it right and taking right amount of food intake and of course following the home remedies is the key to controlling hair fall and promoting hair growth. Here is a very effective and natural remedy for hair growth. Read on to know how to make this hair growth super food mask-
Recipe for hair growth super food mask
Benefits of the ingredients used in the hair growth super food
Avocado fruit
Avocados are great for people with dry hair. Avocados are chock full of vitamin D, A, E and are rich in amino acids, proteins, magnesium, folic acid, iron and copper due to which it provides extensive moisture to hair and thus nourishes it. The monosaturated fatty acids, phytosterols and high levels of antioxidants like vitamin E are absorbed into hair scalps and shafts that deeply nourish hair follicles and prevents from the dull, dry and damaged hair.
High fat coconut milk
Coconut milk is rich in lauric acid; these high/medium fatty acids are able to penetrate easily through hair shafts thus strengthening the hair cuticles. Coconut milk is rich in protein that potentially makes your hair since our hair is made of keratin. They are high in vitamin C, E, B-1, B-3, B-5 and B-6 micronutrients that makes your hair strong, healthy and moisturized. Many studies tell that coconut milk may slow down rate of hair loss.
The natural fatty acid profile of coconut milk has extreme moisturizing effects which inturn can restore dry and flaky scalp. It is also very beneficial in conditioning the scalp and prevents dandruff due to its anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties.
Fenugreek seeds
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.
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Method
Things you need:
- 1/2 cup of avocado pulp
- 3 tablespoon fenugreek seeds (soaked overnight)
- High fat coconut milk ( as per the consistency)
Directions:
To prepare this hair growth super food mask, take a blender and add 1/2 cup of avocado pulp, 3 tablespoons of soaked overnight fenugreek seeds and a high fat coconut milk which you can adjust as per the consistency you need. Blend it to smooth paste. Apply this paste on the scalp and hair, wash it after 2 hours followed by mild shampoo.
Note
- Can adjust the quantity of ingredients 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 mask.
- 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 and can vary from person to person.
- Avoid harsh chemicals and heat tools as much as possible to avoid damage to tresses.
