Hair fall control tips
If you experience hair fall and thinning, your genes or the continuous trauma you have been putting your hair through (styling or coloring) could be some of the reasons. Are you wondering if medications for hair fall control are safe or should you try out natural alternatives? Read on to find out.
What causes hair fall?
When you have excessive hair fall, it can cause baldness. Factors that could be triggering hair loss include:
- A family history of hair loss
- Hormonal changes due to childbirth, pregnancy, thyroid problems, and menopause
- Medical conditions like alopecia areata, ringworm, and hair-pulling disorder
- Medications used to treat cancer, arthritis, heart problems, high blood pressure, and gout
- Radiation therapy
- Certain hairstyles that include tying your hair too tight
- Heat styling that includes permanent straightening, blow-drying, and curling
- Lack of proper nutrition
Some factors might also increase your risk of losing hair. They are:
- Advancing age
- High levels of stress
- Significant weight loss
- Conditions like diabetes and lupus
Signs and symptoms
The symptoms of hair loss might include:
- Gradual thinning of hair on top of the head
- Circular or patchy bald spots
- Loosening of hair
- Hair loss on the entire body
- Scaly patches on the scalp
These symptoms might vary from one individual to another, depending on the underlying cause. It is best to see your doctor immediately before the symptoms worsen.
Home remedies to control hair fall
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Coconut oil:
Coconut oil penetrates deep into your hair shafts and prevents protein loss. This helps to decrease hair breakage and hair damage caused by physical trauma such as styling and the use of harsh products. (Source: NCBI) You will need 1-2 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil. Massage it gently onto your scalp and hair. Leave it on for an hour before rinsing it off with a mild cleanser. Follow up with a conditioner. Do this twice a week.
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Amla:
Amla contains zillion nutrients, which make it a natural hair fall control remedy. The vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and phytonutrients present in amla can increase blood circulation significantly throughout the scalp. Thus, it provides enough oxygen and nourishment to the hair follicles. This makes the hair fibers strong and controls the hair fall problem. Amla has high levels of antioxidants which take good care of scalp-related issues like dryness, irritation, and dandruff. This reduces hair breakage and hair fall significantly. Apply fresh amla juice to your scalp. Leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse it off using a mild cleanser. Follow up with a conditioner. You can do this 1-2 times a week.
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Yogurt:
Yogurt is a rich source of probiotics. Thus, it can be useful to nourish the tissues and work excellently towards hair fall control. You can consume a bowl of probiotic yogurt once daily for best results.
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Fenugreek:
Fenugreek possesses hair regrowth promoting properties. It reduces hair loss significantly and stimulates new hair growth. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacology) Soak half a cup of fenugreek seeds in water overnight. Grind the soaked paste. Apply it as a hair mask. Rinse it off with water after 30-60 minutes. Do this once a week.
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Onion juice:
As per a study published in the Journal of Dermatology, the topical application of crude onion juice to the scalp can aid in hair growth, especially in cases of alopecia areata. (Source: NCBI) Blend ½ onion and strain the mixture to obtain the juice. Apply the onion juice to your scalp. Leave it on for 30-60 minutes. Rinse it off with water. Do this 1-2 times a week.
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Green tea:
Green tea contains a polyphenol called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). It stimulates the growth of the dermal papilla cells of the scalp. It can help in the prevention and treatment of androgenetic alopecia. (Source: NCBI) Put a green tea bag in a cup of hot water. Steep for 2-3 minutes and strain. Allow the solution to cool a bit. Drink the tea 1-2 times daily.
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Egg yolk mask:
The water-soluble peptides in egg yolk possess hair regrowth stimulating properties that might be useful for hair fall treatment. (Source: NCBI) Whisk 1 egg yolk. Apply it to your scalp. Leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse it off using a fragrant shampoo (which uses fragrance from natural ingredients) and follow up with a conditioner. Do this once a week.
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Henna:
When applied topically, henna can help with hair growth. (Source: Trade Science Inc. Journals) Blend 1 cup of henna leaves with water to form a thick paste. Apply the paste to your scalp and spread the remaining mixture through your hair. Leave it on for an hour. Rinse it off with water. You might use any organic henna powder if fresh leaves are not available. Do this once a week.
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Curry leaves:
Curry leaves help to retain the natural pigmentation of your hair while stimulating hair regrowth. (Source: NCBI) Add a handful of curry leaves to half a cup of coconut oil and heat it in a saucepan. Once the mixture turns to a black residue, switch off the stove. Let the oil cool. Strain the oil to get rid of the leaves from the mixture. Apply the oil to your scalp and hair. Leave it on for 30-60 minutes. Rinse it off with a mild shampoo. Follow up with a conditioner. Do this once every week.
Hair fall treatment in homeopathy
Homeopathy has numerous deep-rooted benefits. Some of them are listed below.
- Treats the hair loss symptoms along with the exact reason for excessive hair fall.
- Free of harmful side-effects.
- Helps to regulate the hormonal imbalance.
Hair doctors at Dr Batra’s® can help you with the best hair fall treatmentappropriate for your condition. We can customize a treatment plan combined with homeopathy, aesthetics, and lifestyle changes to meet your expectations and your needs.
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