How to stop hair fall? 6 effective home remedies that are worth trying

One of the most common problem among men and women is hair fall. And most of always find ourselves to know how to stop hair fall. It is true that genetics place an integral role in the hair fall but experts have identified several other reasons including stress, hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiency, ageing, under-active thyroid glands, ageing, scalp infection, certain medical conditions or medicines, air or water pollution and insufficient circulation of blood. If you loose 50-100 strands a day you don’t need to worry, that is pretty normal. But if you are experiencing more hair fall then it is time to pay some attention to the health of your scalp and hair. We don’t realize but there are many ingredients around us available which can stop hair fall and help in maintaining a healthy scalp which promotes good hair growth.

1. Aloe Vera

Since the beginning Aloe Vera has been used by Ayurveda to stop hair fall. Use of it can make the scalp healthy by stopping itching and flaking. It helps in restoring the pH level of scalp and is mildly alkaline in nature. It stops dandruf and boosts hair growth as it penetrates deep into the scalp.

You will need: A leaf or two of Aloe Vera

Procedure: Take the leaf of Aloe Vera and extract the pulp with the help of a spoon. You may need to cut the side thrones with a help of knife. Take the pulp out and grind it in mixer grinder and apply the liquid on your hair and scalp. The leave it for 40 minutes before you rinse with normal temperature water. Do this three to four times a week to see better results.

2. Fenugreek seeds

Fenugreek or Methi seed is considered the most effective home remedies to stop hair fall. It helps in repairing the hair follicles and promotes re-growth of the hair. Rich in proteins and nicotinic acid, fenugreek seeds provides strength to the hair shaft and make your hair strong, long and shiny.

You will need: 1 cup of fenugreek seeds

Procedure: Soak the fenugreek seeds in water and leave it overnight. Grind it to a fine paste the next day and apply it evenly to your hair and scalp. Leave the paste on your head for about 30 minutes. You can also use a shower cap to cover your scalp and keep it moist. After 30 to 40 minutes, rinse it with normal temperature water. You don’t have to use any shampoo. Do it twice a week for a month for stop hair fall and get beautiful shinny locks.

3. Coconut milk

Rich in proteins and essential minerals coconut milk controls hair fall, reduce breakage of hair and helps in promoting hair growth. It also contains potassium, which boosts hair growth. It moisturizes the hair and scalp thus strengthens it.

Coconut milk protects your hair against damage with its antibacterial properties.

You will need: 1 cup of coconut milk. You can make it by grinding the grated coconut in a grinder and squeezing to extract the milk out.

Procedure: Apply the coconut milk and gently massage into your scalp and hair. Wrap a towel around your head or use a shower cap and leave it for about 20 to 30 minutes. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and cold water after that. Do it once a week and see better results.

4. Indian Gooseberry or Amla

Enriched with vitamin C, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and the exfoliating properties of Indian Gooseberry or Amla has been a proven home remedy to stop hair fall. When we have deficiency of vitamin C, we tend to loose more hair. So consuming amla will not only strengthens the hair follicles but also help you to control and eventually stop hair fall. It will also help in growing hair faster and maintain a healthy scalp. Another benefit of Amla is that it help prevent premature hair graying. We have two methods to share with you. Below are the details.

You will need: For the first method, you will need 4 to 5 dried gooseberries and 1 cup of coconut oil. For the second one, you will require a spoon or two of gooseberry powder and lime juice.

Procedure: For the first procedure, add the dried gooseberries to the coconut oil and boil it till colour of the oil turns black. Let the oil cool down a bit and then massage it into your scalp when the oil is still warm. Keep the infused oil for 30 minutes and then wash it off with normal temperature water and a mild shampoo.

For the second procedure, mix lime juice and the amla powder to make a thin paste. Apply it on your scalp and hair and massage gently. Use a shower cap to cover your head to keep it moist. Keep it for an hour and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this twice a week for lustrous locks.

5. Beetroot juice

Beetroot is well known for its health benefits. It contains essential nutrients like vitamin C and B, potassium, calcium, carbohydrates, protein, phosphorous, which are good for healthy hair. Considered as one of the best kitchen remedies to control and stop hair fall, you can consume it daily for fast growth of hair.

You will need: A few Beetroot leaves, 1 tablespoon of henna

Procedure: Take beetroot leaves and add two cups of water, bring it to a boil till the water is reduced to half its quantity. Let it cool and then grind it in a mixer. Add the henna to make a fine paste. Apply it to your scalp and hair. Leave it for 20 minutes approximately and then rinse it with normal temperature water. Follow this procedure thrice a week to stop hair fall and make it healthy.

6. Onion juice

Don’t you believe us? Onions can actually do wonders for your hair. The antibacterial properties help fight against scalp infection and the sulfur content helps in improving blood circulation to the hair follicles. It promotes hair growth and stops hair fall.

You will need: Juice of 1 onion and a cotton ball. To extract onion juice, grind or grate the onion and then squeeze to extract the juice out.

Procedure: Apply the juice on to your scalp with a help of cotton ball. Leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes and then wash it off using a mild shampoo. Follow this procedure once a week and see the difference.

Also, apart from these a healthy diet is also recommended to stop hair fall and promotion of new hair growth.