Tag: Scalp Care

Untreated dandruff and an itchy scalp could indirectly be causing your hair loss. On the flip side, hair regrowing medication like minoxidil may cause you to get dandruff in the first place. Fixing your dandruff problem may even alleviate hair loss, so it may be time to get to the root of the matter!

A dry scalp can be easily treated with simple home remedies. Apply natural oils like jojoba, coconut, argan, and olive oil to a damp scalp to help retain moisture. A weekly deep-conditioning hot oil treatment can also help keep moisture locked in. Honey, avocado, yogurt, and oatmeal can be used in conditioning masks. Use a humidifier and shower filter and avoid blow dryers and daily shampooing.

Ginger has enjoyed a cult-like status as a natural remedy. From ancient Chinese scriptures to traditional Ayurvedic practices, ginger is mentioned everywhere. And for good...

Dandruff is easy or hard to manage based on its root cause. While dry flakes go away post winter season, dandruff due to oily skin, psoriasis, or fungal growth require more efforts. To avoid dandruff buildup, follow healthy practices like washing hair regularly, avoiding product residue in hair, and eating right. Treating dandruff problems on time can prevent further issues.

Microblading a popular technique used for making eyebrows look fuller n thick is being used on the scalp to conceal thinning hair or excessive shedding. The procedure uses needles and ink and targets those areas where hair is less. Like any other cosmetic procedure, scalp microblading also has its pros and cons.

In Ayurveda, bhringraj or “false daisy” is used as a medicinal herb. The oil is used as a traditional remedy for hair loss and may be more effective than minoxidil, the commercial hair growth chemical. Simply warm up the oil and massage it into the scalp. For more benefits, add peppermint oil to encourage blood flow and coconut milk for hydration. Bhringraj will even control stress and skin inflammation, two factors that worsen hair loss.

Improved hair growth, reduced hair fall, conditioned hair, reduced dandruff and a healthy scalp are some of the benefits of using henna hair mask periodically. It also acts as a natural hair dye and has been used for thousands of years by people from various countries such as India and Egypt. This hair treatment is equally beneficial for those with dry hair or oily scalp.

Yogurt can promote healthy hair. Applying yogurt and lemon can fight dandruff. Yogurt with egg whites and olive oil can hydrate your strands. A mask of yogurt and banana can tame frizzy hair while a mask of yogurt and strawberries can prevent oily scalp. A paste of yogurt and fenugreek powder can prevent hair loss.

Instead of using commercial hair care treatments, which often contain harsh chemicals that can damage your hair, try egg masks instead. Combine them with yogurt for a nourishing hair mask or with castor oil for stimulating blood circulation in your scalp. Other options you can try are with aloe vera, coconut oil, lemon juice, or vinegar. Do these egg masks at least once in 3 weeks for faster results.

Almost every woman wishes she had long, flowing locks that she could show off to the world. But if your hair stubbornly remains shoulder-length,...

Dandruff is a common health condition where the skin on the scalp turns dry and flaky, shedding itself from time to time. These dry,...

For centuries, fenugreek has been used as a traditional remedy for hair loss. On the skin, it fights dandruff and irritation, so you won't keep scratching and breaking hair. This spice even protects the skin because of its anti-aging effects. To benefit from fenugreek, make a hair mask with its seeds and water. Add peppermint essential oil to boost circulation and hair growth. For extra hydration, mix fenugreek with coconut milk.

Who doesn’t dream of long, lustrous hair shining with health? But hair like that needs all the gentle and loving care it can get....

According to Greek mythology, Pluto transformed a nymph he had fallen in love with, named Mentha, into a herb so people could continue to...

Hair loss has become a common problem for everyone around the world. Bad food habits, stressful lives and bad lifestyles can all take a...