The ManicaPost
Ann Ruthenburg
HELLO there everyone, I hope you are all well! This week I am reprinting my home made hair growth treatments for you all because I am getting so many people asking about them. Please note that not all will work for everyone. But what I am assured of is that they all work, why? It is because they come from my Indian friends who have used these for centuries. So read them well and test them for at least twice before you decide whether it works. So here we go with my none medical treatments to prevent thinning, shedding, and breakage.
The first and most potent treatment is Curry Leaves & Coconut Tonic. Praised and expensive, Indian hair is often said to be worth more than gold and, given the price range of most extensions, weaves, and wigs, not to mention the price of upkeep, it most certainly is! Curry, actually does wonders for hair growth. You will need to get fresh curry leaves and some coconut oil.
Boil these two together until the black residue starts forming, then harvest this residue and apply it to your hair. Use it twice a week to replenish your hair, help it grow faster, and even fight gray hair! You don’t want to fry the leaves, just boil them a bit and then harvest the black stuff. Do this twice a week.
My second top hair treatment is Castor Oil. Castor oil is one of my favourite growth treatments and I use it for everything from eyelashes to eyebrows! Add it to your conditioner or mix with almond oil and massage into your scalp if you are looking for an easy way to promote healthy hair growth.
Apply several drops of castor oil to your scalp and massage it in thoroughly. Cover your hair with a shower cap, a silk scarf, or other covering and leave it on overnight. Shampoo and condition as usual the next morning.
Alternately, mix a few drops of castor oil with olive oil or almond oil and follow the same directions. Also consider adding several drops of castor oil to your daily rinse-out conditioner.
When using the oil itself, begin with weekly treatments; when mixed with conditioner, use daily or every other day depending on your hair type and texture; to grow thicker eyebrows or eyelashes, try the treatment every day or every other day.
Vinegar is another brilliant treatment especially for straight hair. Although it might seem harsh to treat your hair with something as acidic as vinegar, the truth is that hair really appreciates it due to its slightly acidic nature.
So, in order to help your hair really give its 100 percent in terms of both growth and quality, vinegar makes an excellent treatment. To use it mix one part vinegar (apple cider vinegar is the hair care favourite, since it leaves less of an odour; white vinegar works just fine; and wine-based vinegar is best for dry hair) with two parts of water. To minimise odour, add a few drops of your favourite essential oil.
Use as a final rinse after you shampoo. Begin by rinsing with the vinegar treatment one to two times a week; over time, you will be able to use it one to two times a month while maintaining ample shine, health, and growth.
Egg yolk and Olive Mask is next. Rich in proteins, vitamins, and super-nurturing fatty acids, egg yolks won’t only make your hair softer, shinier, and healthier, they help you to grow it long as well. An abundance of vitamins A, D, and E will help prevent any hair loss and thicken thinning hair, while D itself promotes new growth and keeps split ends at bay.
To use, mix two egg yolks with two tablespoons of olive oil, then dilute the mixture with about half a cup of water. Slowly, thoroughly massage the resulting mask into your scalp.
After letting it set for 15-20 minutes, rinse it out as usual. You can shampoo afterward if you want to but it’s not necessary. This treatment is effective enough that you only have to do it one to two times each month. You do not have an excuse with this one.
Bananas are a very rich source of potassium and vitamins A, E, and C, which make them the perfect choice for homemade hair growth treatments. We all know our hair needs all of these vitamins to be healthy and grow strong, but because bananas are very rich in calories, we rarely allow ourselves to eat as much as we need.
Well, here’s one very simple recipe that could and will help you enjoy fast-growing, long, and healthy hair – instead of eating that last banana, mash it and massage it into your hair and scalp! It’s a piece of cake – just pick a soft, ripe one, mash it into a paste, then apply it on your head and cover with a plastic bag.
To use, pick a soft, ripe banana, mask it up into a paste (use a food processor if you like, to make sure there aren’t any chunks), apply it to your hair, and cover it with a plastic cap or bag. To lock in the nutrients, either wrap a hot towel around your head or remove the cap after 20 minutes and use your blow dryer long enough to help the banana set.
Shampoo your hair and rinse well. Some users have reported difficulty rinsing out the banana, but if you end up with a smooth paste, rinsing should go smoothly. You can also add olive oil or almond oil to your paste, or a tablespoon of conditioner. Try this treatment once a week for the best results. Coconut oil and avocado makes a great hair treatment for several reasons.
The mixture adds luster to your hair if it’s dry, it gets rid of flaking and dandruff, and it keeps your hair safe from the sun, which can be just as damaging to your hair as it is to your skin. While it sets in, mash up an avocado, by hand or using the food processor; as with the banana, you want to end up with a smooth paste.
Once it reaches the right consistency, massage the avocado into just the tips of your hair. Let the mixture set for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with cool water and shampoo as usual. Try this treatment once a week for maximum results.
To be continued….
Until next week, God bless!
Ann can be found at Kutz & Kurlies Hair Salon in Meikles Stores or messaged on 0772 933 845. Or follow her Blog (annruthenburg.blogspot.com <http://annruthenburg.blogspot.com>), or email on [email protected].
