Hair gives a woman a precious beauty. This is why every woman dreams of having healthy hair. Hair loss is a problem faced by many women nowadays. Let’s discuss today the reasons for this happening and what we should do to get tips for healthy and beautiful hair.
What are the causes of split ends?
- Hair is constantly exposed to the sun for a long period of time.
- Using a hair dryer on high heat to dry wet hair.
- By chemicals used in hair styling (hair straightening, hair coloring, firming, etc.)
- Frequent use of hair iron.
- Lack of good sleep.
- Lack of nutritious diet.
- chronic diseases
- Nutritional deficiencies.
- Use of various medications
- Uncontrolled use of vitamins can lead to split ends.
How to prevent split ends?
- Adding protein rich foods to the diet.
- Taking care of the quality of cosmetics used for hair.
- Going to experienced beauty salons with quality ingredients to perform hair straightening, color, rebonding, firming etc.
- Making different types of oils at home using things like aloe vera, pure coconut oil, curry leaves, coconut milk, honey, eggs, garlic, black cumin, castor oil, olive oil, uluhal.
- Use natural cosmetics whenever possible.
- Trimming the ends of the head about once a month.
- Scalp massage using pure coconut oil
- Getting enough sleep.
- Stay away from artificial foods and always have a balanced diet.
- Avoid wearing unnecessary styles that are not suitable for the head.
Thinking about profit, using low-quality shampoos, conditioners, and lotions can hinder the growth of the hair shaft, causing them to become discolored, weak, and split at the ends of the hair, giving it an ugly appearance. Hair is nourished according to the care given to the root of the hair tree
Choose beauticians who are knowledgeable in caring for the scalp and hair roots. It is also important to understand the ingredients they use and get the treatment you need.
By paying attention to these things, you will be able to claim a very beautiful shiny, healthy, attractive full head of hair.
Are you also facing these hair related problems?
Currently, many people are suffering from hair loss, thinning hair, premature graying of hair and split ends. Due to these conditions, many people are suffering a lot mentally.
One of the main reasons for hair fall is the very busy lifestyle that people lead nowadays. Therefore, they are not able to pay more attention to their health. Hair loss has become a common sight today due to many reasons such as excessive stress, not cleaning the hair well, deviating from a nutritious diet, not consuming fresh vegetables and fruits frequently, using highly concentrated chemicals, and not using proper oil care.
A warm oil treatment nourishes the scalp and heals your mind. Although some women use only oils such as coconut oil, some women are tempted to make oil at home using natural ingredients to beautify their hair. This is because of the good nutrition that comes from natural plant extracts to keep the hair healthy. By eating a balanced diet and properly oiling your hair, you can keep your hair looking full. Now let’s examine the medicinal treatments made from such natural ingredients that are currently available in the market.
Aloe Vera
Ever since ancient times, aloe vera can be known as an ingredient used by women to prepare many types of cosmetics. As this medicinal plant can be found very commonly in Sri Lanka, it can be called as a plant that we Sri Lankans can use regularly. Aloe vera is a natural treatment that contains many nutrients that are very important for hair growth and scalp nutrition. Aloe vera leaf extract contains vitamins A, C and E. It also contains vitamin B-12 and folic acid. Therefore, applying aloe vera on the head can prevent the conditions that occur in the scalp. Also, the coolness of the aloe vera scalp massage makes the head feel very healing. It also improves mental health. This aloe vera property also helps to get rid of the oily nature of the scalp.
You can use natural aloe vera leaf extract on its own or in products that contain aloe vera extract that are currently on the market. You can now get aloe vera rich oil and shampoos at affordable prices. The use of natural products with aloe vera extract balances the pH of the scalp and opens clogged hair follicles. It makes hair grow faster.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil, which is easily available at home, is a type of oil that is very important for hair growth and scalp nourishment. This oil is mostly used in cooking and contains many medicinal properties needed for hair. Coconut oil contains vitamins and essential fatty acids that will thicken your hair and give it shine. Applying coconut oil to the scalp can reduce the damage to the scalp proteins. The lauric acid contained in coconut oil has the ability to penetrate the scalp and thus nourishes the hair from within.
A person with dry hair can get smooth hair by applying coconut oil on the scalp. But, while buying coconut oil from the market, one should be careful about its purity. Some of the coconut oils in the market are not pure and contain other oils that can be harmful to your hair. So, to make your hair strong and nourished, make sure to buy super pure herbal coconut oil from responsible manufacturers.
Onion Juice
It has been scientifically found that onion juice helps in hair growth. But the problem here is that many people cannot tolerate the stench of this onion juice. Onion juice increases blood circulation in the scalp. It contains more sulfur. It makes hair grow faster. Animal research has shown that salt increases carotene levels in hair. This enables you to get healthy, long hair in a short period of time.
Rosemary oil
Many people use rosemary oil for hair growth. Rosemary oil promotes hair growth and also controls hair fall. Rosemary oil also stimulates new hair growth by massaging the scalp.
Do not suddenly apply extracts from aromatic plants such as rosemary oil to the scalp. It can cause allergic reactions in some people. It is best to mix this rosemary oil with another type of oil.
Lemon
Lemon juice is another natural treatment that can be used for hair growth. Lemon juice increases the growth of hair and also improves the quality of hair. Applying lemon or lime juice on your scalp can help you get a dandruff-free scalp.
Lavender Oil
Lavender oil is popular among many people as an oil that prevents baldness and accelerates hair growth. Produced from the essence of the lavender tree, this oil has a very appealing aroma. Applying lavender oil to the scalp improves blood circulation in the scalp, which in turn promotes faster hair growth. Another benefit of lavender oil is that the production of natural oil in the scalp can be done more regularly along with hair growth. One of the side benefits of using lavender oil is its ability to repel insects. Therefore, it can also control lice on the scalp. Lavender oil is a very suitable medicine for hair growth as it helps to increase the nutrition of the scalp.
Vadamal Flower
Vadamal is one of the most common flowers in Sri Lanka. It is found in clusters and single petals. Many people opt for the clustered type of mulberry for hair growth. Vadamal extract contains a lot of antioxidants and vitamins that nourish the scalp and promote faster hair growth. Also, due to the use of vadamal, it is possible to avoid conditions like hishori in the skull. You can now get shampoos made from vadamal at affordable prices in the market.
Ginseng
Ginseng plant is more popular in countries like China. But this is a very suitable medicinal plant for hair growth. The Chinese believe that this plant is very helpful in treating conditions such as hair loss. Moreover, this medicinal plant also increases the strength of hair.
Green T
As we all know “green tea” is a drink that contains many antioxidants. This antioxidant property reduces hair fall and increases its strength. The compound called “Catechin” contained in it controls hair fall. The polyphenol compounds in green tea reach the hair roots and nourish them. Apart from this, the vitamins contained here can also give you thick hair.
Meenchi plant
There are many varieties belonging to the genus Minchi, among which peppermint is a medicinal plant that is most important for hair growth. Peppermint plant strengthens the hair root. It reduces hair loss. Applying peppermint oil to the scalp improves blood circulation. Due to the anti-fungal properties of peppermint oil, fungal infections of the scalp can be prevented.
Moringa
The various nutrients found in Moringa plant strengthen the hair root. It reduces hair fall. Applying moringa oil to the scalp improves its nutritional properties. The natural properties of these herbs can help you achieve fuller hair. Moringa oil and shampoos are available in the market at affordable prices. Since these products are naturally processed, you will not experience any side effects. Due to its natural properties, you will definitely get strong, full hair.
Gotukola Leaves
This plant is used in many treatments in Ayurveda. Medicinally, Gotu Kola is very helpful in hair growth and hair strengthening. Gotukola can be known as a type of medicinal leaf that Sri Lankan women have used in their daily food since ancient times. Adding gotu greens to food can increase the length of hair and accelerate the growth of new hair. It contains a lot of vitamins as well as iron which helps in this. It has been scientifically proven that the medicinal components of gotukola increase the blood circulation in the skull. Gotukola porridge, gotukola tea and capsules made from gotukola extract are now available in the market and by using them you can get healthy, long and black hair.
Basil Plant
The basil plant has many medicinal properties and is fragrant. The oil extracted from this plant, which also has wound-healing properties, increases hair growth and lengthening by applying it to the hair. The extract of this plant is also useful in reducing scalp allergies. The extract of basil plant is also important to overcome conditions like dandruff.
Kekiridiya Plant
In Hela Ayurveda, milk thistle plant is used for many treatments and is also beneficial for hair growth. Therefore, Ayurvedic doctors recommend Kekiri water to almost anyone who has hair problems. This medicinal plant has the ability to reduce hair fall. Hair loss can be reduced by strengthening the roots of the hair. The nutritional value of the plant is very beneficial for getting long and full hair. This medicinal plant also helps in reducing premature hair growth. Oils produced from this plant are still available in the market.
Fenugreek
The uluhal plant, which has a direct relationship with hair since ancient times, helps reduce scalp allergies. It is mentioned in ancient books that women in the past used uluhal extract to get full hair. Shampoos and oils containing natural uluhal properties are now available in the market at affordable prices.
Milkweed plant
This plant, which is mostly found in the Himalayas, is one of the main medicinal plants used in Ayurveda and Siddhi medicine for hair growth. The properties of this medicinal plant prevent hair discoloration and graying of hair. Scientists are conducting further research on the properties of the plant.
Kohomba Plant
The juice of kohomba plant is used to treat many diseases and kohomba is one of the most useful medicinal plants for maintaining good health. The juice obtained from this cohomba plant can also be used to prevent scalp conditions and maintain good hair health. It is also mentioned in ancient books that women have been using kohomba extract to protect the fullness of their hair from the past. You can already buy soaps, shampoos and oils based on this essence.
Nelly
Nellie is one of the main medicinal plants used in Sri Lankan Hela Ayurvedic medicine to promote hair growth and nourish the scalp. Nutrients such as vitamin C present in Nelly make the blood supply to the scalp more regular and thereby speed up hair growth and new hair growth. Scientists have confirmed from research that Nellie accelerates the production of collagen protein contained in hair. Therefore, Nelly is one of the most important medicinal plants for getting a full head of hair. Teas full of Nellie extract as well as oils and shampoos containing them are now available in the market.
Castor Oil
Castor oil is used as a medicinal plant in many cases in Ayurvedic medicine. The oil obtained from the seeds of the castor plant is very useful. It is a common sight nowadays that many people use castor oil to keep their hair beautiful. Castor oil is quite thick compared to other oils and nourishes the hair from the roots through its coating. Castor oil can also increase the thickness of hair. It increases the strength of the hair and prevents hair breakage.
Rose Petals
Rose, although a flower, is often used as a medicinal plant to treat allergies. Rose water obtained from rosemal petals can be used in a variety of situations. Rose water can be used to nourish the scalp and maintain the strength of the hair. Rose water also gives the hair a natural fragrance due to its pleasant aroma. This treatment can be used to get shiny hair.
Curry leaves
Curry leaves are a medicinal plant that is used for many treatments. The nutritional value of curry leaves is very important for hair growth. It is not easy to find because it is a very common plant in Sri Lanka and there are many ways to make oil from it. Due to the high beta-carotene and protein content in curry leaves, it reduces hair loss. Also, the antioxidants and acid components contained in curry leaves strengthen the hair.
Godapara
The juice of the fruit of this plant, which grows near many water bodies, helps to maintain healthy hair. This herbal extract helps to get long hair and also to relieve dandruff. Shampoos made with this plant are now available in the market.
These types of natural plants are commonly found in a country like Sri Lanka and we should work to get as much benefit from them as possible. Also, the use of products made with such plants helps to claim healthy, full, strong and shiny hair. You and the country will surely have a bright future by using the natural products produced in our country, aside from the various artificial products imported from foreign countries.
