Hair fall is a natural part of our lives. Even when both our hair and scalp are healthy, it is quite natural to shed around 50 to 150 hairs every day. The numbers may seem a lot, but this is a normal range of hair shedding that we must accept.
However, sometimes, hair fall reaches an abnormal amount, and we can literally see our fallen strands piling up on the bathroom floors and sinks. That’s not all, there are some very common signs of hair fall that we might all more or less be familiar with: hair on our pillowcase, hair on our brushes and combs, in our hats and on our shoulders, as well as receding hairlines and male pattern baldness on men.
There may be a lot of reasons for our hair to start shedding, but fortunately, there are also natural remedies that you can try to control it.
What causes Hair Fall and how to Control it?
There might be a lot of reasons behind unnatural hair fall in both men and women. Some common causes include:
- Stress,
- Pregnancy,
- Using too much hair straightening or hair curling agents and tools,
- Iron, Vitamin B12 or protein deficiency
- Rapid and sudden weight loss,
- Genetic causes
- Side effect of cancer treatment
- Incorrect or excessive chemical-enriched shampoo, etc.
For all of these reasons and more, hair fall can be an inevitable part of a person’s life. The good news is that this is a problem that can be easily rectified.
There are actually both a lot of over the counter and prescribed medications that can be used for hair loss, as well as light and laser therapies. There are dermatologists and hair specialists who can decide on the right track for you that can both prevent hair loss and promote new hair growth.
However, natural and home remedies of hair fall control are more popular than medications for this problem.
5 Home Remedies for Naturally Controlling Hair Fall
Some of the most popular hair remedies to naturally control hair fall uses easily available ingredients that can be found in any home.
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Egg Mask with Olive Oil and Honey
This recipe for a natural hair mask only uses three ingredients: egg, honey and a dash of olive oil. The main nutrients in eggs – Sulphur, selenium, phosphorous, iodine, protein and zinc – are all extremely good for promoting new hair growth and prevent shedding of existing hair.
Ingredients:
- Egg, 1
- Olive Oil, 1 tsp
- Honey, 1 tsp
Procedure:
- Mix all three ingredients together in a bowl.
- Beat to make a thick paste.
- Use a brush to apply the paste to your hair and scalp, from root to the tips.
- Leave on for 20 minutes to harden.
- Wash away with a mild shampoo and water.
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Greek Yogurt and Honey Mask
Greek yogurt, rich with protein and Vitamin B5, is another ingredient that’s great for controlling hair fall. It helps against hair thinning and promotes blood flow inside your scalp, which leads to more hair growing.
Ingredients:
- yogurt, 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice, 1 tsp
- Honey, 1 tbsp
Procedure:
- Mix all three ingredients together in a bowl.
- Use a dye brush to apply the paste to your scalp and hair roots.
- Leave on for half an hour.
- Rinse with water.
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Amla (Indian Gooseberry) and Lime Juice Hair Pack
There’s nothing better than to follow Indian Ayurvedic home remedies when it comes to healthy skin and hair. This particular recipe for an all-natural hair mask contains only two ingredients: Indian Gooseberry juice and lime juice that both contain plenty of Vitamin C and prevents unwanted hair fall.
Ingredients:
- Amla powder or dried Indian Gooseberry powder, 1 tsp
- Lime juice, 6-7 drops
Procedure:
- Mix the ingredients to make a thick paste.
- Apply the paste to your scalp and roots of your hair with a brush.
- Leave on for around 40 minutes.
- Use a mild shampoo and cold water to wash away.
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Green Tea Hair Cleanser
Green tea is one of the healthiest drinks there is, perfect for calming down a person, reducing body fat and promoting a refreshed mood. At the same time, green tea can also be an excellent ingredient that, when applied regularly and in the correct way, can promote both hair fall and even promote new hair growth.
Ingredients:
- Green tea bags, 2
- Water, 1 cup
Procedure:
- Soak 2 green tea bags used or new (unsweetened), in a cup of boiling hot water.
- Cover the cup and let the tea bags seep.
- Remove the tea bags and allow the mixture to cool.
- Dip your fingers into the tea and massage the mixture on your scalp and hair roots gently.
- Wait for an hour until the green tea is soaked into your scalp.
- Rinse off with water.
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Onion Juice
As unpredictable as it sounds, onion juice has the power to fight a number of skin and scalp infections and promote a healthy amount of blood flow under your skin. Because of the pungent and strong smell, onion juice isn’t a very popular choice of ingredient that anyone would like to apply to their hair. The smell might linger for a few days even after washing off with shampoo, but there’s no denying how effective this recipe is for preventing hair fall.
Ingredients:
- Onion, 1 medium sized
Procedure:
- Peel the onion and use a grater to grate it into small pieces. Alternatively, you can use a grinder to make a paste out of the onion.
- Squeeze the grated onion/onion paste to get the juice out.
- Use a brush or a cotton ball to apply the onion juice to your scalp and hair root.
- Leave for about 30 minutes.
- Wash away with a mild shampoo and water.
While hair fall can be a natural occurrence in our lives, too much hair fall can be heartbreaking. Waking up to find strands of hair on our pillowcase or broken hair on our hairbrush is something no one wants to experience.
Whether it is stress, genetics, illness or external causes, occasional hair fall can sometimes lead to eventual baldness or bald patches on your head. Controlling this can also be possible, especially with natural ingredients that won’t harm your hair health otherwise. These five hair mask recipes can help you to control your unwanted hair fall, and even promote new hair growth.
