Most people, particularly women spend a lot of time taking care of their hair. Everyone wants their hair too look nice and shiny. But you should not be taking care of your hair just for it to look beautiful; you should also pay attention to its health.
Hair loss and unhealthy hair are very common nowadays. Fortunately hair problems can be successfully treated with the help of natural remedies.
Curry leaves are rich in anti-oxidants, amino acids and beta carotene. These compounds are very beneficial for the health of the hair, they reduce thinning and hair fall and also encourage the growth of new hair.
You can use curry leaves by including them in your diet or by applying them topically.
To prevent premature hair graying apply a mixture of curry leaves and hair oil on your scalp. Prepare this mixture by heating the virgin oil and putting a handful of fresh curry leaves. Always wash and dry the leaves prior to using them.
For promoting new hair growth mix some yogurt with a handful of curry leaves. Apply it on your scalp and leave it for 20 minutes, then wash it off with shampoo. Regularly using this mask will rejuvenate your hair follicles which will make your hair grow even faster.
If you have damaged hair roots apply the curry leaves directly on the scalp. The hair growth will be much faster if the roots are stronger. Mix 2-3 curry leaves with a few drops of milk in order to create a paste. Apply this paste on your hair and then leave it on for 30 minutes. Then rinse your hair as you usually do.
Curry leaves will also make the hair follicles become stronger in a shorter period of time. They contain vitamin B6 which is very important for reducing the hair loss.
Curry leaf tea is also beneficial for the hair’s health. Boil the leaves in water and drink the tea for seven days. After the 7 days you will start noticing improvement.
Prepare a hair tonic by mixing a handful of honey with a bowl of water. Stir until the water becomes green and until the leaves become softer. Then apply the liquid on the scalp and massage for 10-15 minutes. This procedure should be repeated 2 times a week.
Besides treating hair issues curry leaves are excellent for treating acne and promoting weight loss. For acne treatment prepare a mixture with 3 curry leaves and organic turmeric.
Using curry leaves as hair masks make your scalp clean while restoring the strength of the hair and preventing further damage. Another remedy for hair growth is a mixture of curry leaves and coconut oil. Take 4-5 leaves and one cup of coconut oil and put them in a pan. Then place the pan over a large bowl of water and heat the water until the oil is warm enough.
The oil is ready once a black residue is formed. You should apply this residue on your hair. This procedure should be repeated at least two times a week.