Home Remedies to Reverse Greying
It starts with a few strands but is enough to make the hair on your neck stand. Premature greying is an increasing cause of concern among women these days. We all are aware of the life cycle but nobody wants to grow old, leave alone looking old. There are a lot of causes for premature greying. Topping the list is stress, followed by irregular diet, lifestyle and sometimes it is also heredity. While there are specialised hair product and treatments for greying hair, it is best to treat this condition at home.
Here are some home remedies to reverse greying
- Curry Leaves and Coconut Oil
You’ve know curry leaves to add taste to your food. Now see how they revitalize your hair at a root level. Being a rich source of beta-carotene, it stimulates hair growth and prevents hair fall. Coconut oil is nature’s best conditioner for dry, rough hair and makes it lustrous and healthy. So when the two come together, it’s a perfect match.Ingredients- Coconut Oil – 1 cup
- Curry Leaves – handful
Directions
- Boil the curry leaves in the oil for 6 to 8 minutes, or till the leaves turn black.
- Cool, strain and massage your scalp and hair with this 3 to 4 times per week before going to bed
- Wash off with a mild herbal shampoo in the morning.
- Amla and Fenugreek mask
Amla being a rich source of vitamin C is an ancient remedy for reversing greying, treating hair problems and improving hair health. Fenugreek or methi is loaded with vitamin C, iron, potassium, lysine, L-tryptophan and alkaloids that benefit hair by preventing premature greying and hair fall, and scalp dryness which causes dandruff.Ingredients:- Dried Amla – 5 to 6 pieces
- Fenugreek – 1 tbsp
- Coconut Oil – ½ cup
Directions:
- Powder the fenugreek seeds until smooth and set aside.
- Heat the oil, add the amla pieces to it and boil for 5-6 minutes.
- Now add the fenugreek powder and boil for another minute.
- Remove from flame, cool and strain.
- Apply on scalp and hair before going to bed.
- Wash off with a mild herbal shampoo in the morning.
- Black Tea Massage
Black Tea is loaded with antioxidants and caffeine. It is an effective hair growth stimulant and improves strength and elasticity of the hair strands which prevents brittleness and breakage.Ingredients:- Black Tea Powder – 2 tbsp
- Salt – 1 tsp
Directions:
- Boil 2 tablespoons of black tea in 1 teaspoon of salt in water for 2 minutes.
- Remove, cool and strain. Use this to wash or rinse hair but do not use any shampoo.
- Let it dry naturally.
- Repeat it 2 to 3 times per week for best results.
- Onion and Lemon Juice Pack
Colouring your hair regularly? Research shows that deficiency of antioxidant catalase and deposition of hydrogen peroxide in the hair roots are the two chief reasons for premature hair greying. Onion juice boosts up the level of catalase, thus restoring the natural colour of the hair strands. Lemon juice adds a healthy shine to hair and prevents excessive oiliness of hair.Ingredients:- Onion Juice – 3 tsps
- Lemon Juice – 2 tsps
Directions for use:- Mix both juices in a bowl and apply on scalp and hair evenly.
- After 30 minutes, wash off with a mild herbal shampoo.
- Repeat 4-5 times a week for 2 weeks.
Irrespective of all these remedies, ZYX Hair Cream Gel is your go-to product. It not only prevents hair fall but also prevents premature greying. So, it’s time to say bye-bye to grey hair.
Learn How to Protect your Hair from Pollution
Living in the metro cities is certainly exciting but this concrete jungle can have ill-effects on your hair. Living in an urban environment can wreck damage on your crowning glory. So, here are some ways to keep your hair healthy and shiny despite the pollution.
- Always cover your hair when you step out in the sun. The strong UV rays are the major cause of dry and dull hair. Hence, get ready to make a style statement with a trendy scarf or a hat.
- Never walk out with oily or wet hair. Your damp hair is prone to attract more dust and dirt particles that will stick to your hair.
- Tie your hair close to your head and make sure you don’t tie it too tight. Allow your to breathe too.
- Your hair is made of what you eat. Hence, a diet rich in protein that includes fish, leafy vegetables, nuts, yoghurt and fresh fruits.
- Use a homemade hair mask that uses natural ingredients like strawberries, vinegar, honey and yoghurt. Leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse it off with lukewarm water.
- Try a hair sunscreen before going out in the sun. This will not only protect you from the scorching sun but also retain the texture and shine.
- A conditioning and pampering hair spa once in two weeks should suffice to retain healthy, smooth and shiny hair.
- Shampoo and condition your hair regularly to get rid of dust and keep your scalp clean.
Despite all these precautions the pollution still manages to harm your hair. In that case, ZYX Hair Cream Gel is on your side. This hair product by Dr.Jaikiran shall keep your hair healthy, reduce hair fall and prevent premature greying.
Prepare your hair for the summers
As the summers are approaching, it is essential to know the dos and don’ts for your hair in this season. Here are a few, which we at Dr.Jaikiran have noticed.
- Scarfs and hats are going to be your best friends this season. They shall protect your hair from the harmful UV rays and also help in retaining the moisture content.
- The scorching sun does not mean you can’t add style. Try out new and loose hair style to air out your locks and prevent accumulation of sweat.
- Avoid washing your hair too much. It might lead in losing the essential oils and leave your hair dry and flaky.
- Avoid the blow dryers and resort to natural drying instead. The blow drying will frizz your hair up.
- Don’t brush your hair. Use a wide-tooth comb instead. These tend to be less harsh while untangling your locks.
- This season calls for chop-chop. Trim your tresses to avoid splint ends and other hair problems that tag along with summers.
- The last but the most important hair tip in this season is to avoid any method of heat-styling. This summer, try natural styling.
Apart from all the above hair care tips, you know what’s important? Using Zyx Hair Cream Gel. A hair product compatible for every season and hair type. It’s time to be summer ready.
10 Things to keep in mind while washing your hair.
A warm hot shower is always comforting. It’s almost therapeutic. But little did you know that whilst this process you are actually hurting your hair. So here are ten things you should keep in mind for a perfect hair wash.
- Don’t underestimate your grandma’s advice about oiling your hair before a healthy wash. Hair oil retains the essential oils and keeps your hair strong, healthy and moisturized. Oiling your hair- a tried and tested tip for years now.
- Before you step into the shower, remember to brush your hair. Get rid of the knots and tangled hair. This will help you to rinse out to your hair easily and also lessen the strands lost during the wash.
- Just like your body needs a good warm up before a long run, your needs to be prepped before a wash. Make sure you rinse your hair well with warm and not hot water. This shall help your pores to open up and facilitate penetration of any hair product that massage on your scalp.
- Measure your shampoo well according to the length of your locks. Coin sized for hair that reaches the shoulder and double for longer. Also, apply the shampoo to the roots of your shafts and do not forget to wash the hair at the nape of the neck.
- To prepare your hair for conditioning, remember to squeeze out the excessive water. If you are someone with short hair, use a towel and for long hair use your hands to squeeze your hair from the midsection to the end.
- Do not rush your hair wash. The faster the better is a myth. After shampooing your hair, take a quarter sized dollop of conditioner and smooth it over your from the mind shaft to the tips. Keep it on for 2-4 minutes and rinse it off completely. Any leftover conditioner can leave your oily.
- If your hair is a little unmanageable, use a leave-in conditioner after taking a shower. This will keep your hair intact for the day.
- While warm water opens the pores, cold water shuts them. Thus the last rinse before you complete the entire hair wash process, should be done with cold water.
- This may not seem vital, but it is. Do not rub your hair vigorously to dry it, instead remove the excessive water and wrap it with a towel to let it set for a few minutes.
- Always make sure you know your hair type to use the perfect shampoo. This step is usually overlooked but is very important.
So pick up the shampoo and conditioner, head to bathroom for a long and relaxing shower. But do not forget to use the ZYX Hair Cream Gel after.
Home Remedies to get Naturally Straight Hair
Ladies, let us all accept it. We are never happy with our lady locks. If you are blessed with beautiful waves or playful curls, it’s not enough. We constantly wonder how to get silky straight hair. Also, we are completely aware of the effects that prolonged use of chemical hair straightening. Thus, we at Dr.Jaikiran have some simple hacks for you. A few home remedies that could leave your hair shiny, smooth and most importantly Straight! Take a look-
- Egg And Olive – This combination works wonders with your hair. But did you know that they can straighten your hair too? All you need is 2 eggs and olive oil. Mix them together and apply it on your scalp. Leave it on for about an hour and then rinse it for silky, straight hair.
- Milk, Honey and Strawberries – Sounds delicious, doesn’t it? Mix milk with two teaspoons of honey and then add fresh, crushed strawberries. Leave this mixture on for about 2-3 hours with a towel wrapped around it and then wash it off.
- Aloe Vera – Mix half a cup of warm oil along with half a cup of aloe vera and apply this nutrient rich mixture on your hair and rinse it off after 45 minutes. The penetrating quality, leaves your hair moisturized and reduces any chances of frizzy and curly hair.
- Vinegar – One of the most popular remedies, vinegar is known to add sleekness and shine to your hair. After you’ve rinsed out the conditioner from your hair, take a few drops of vinegar in a mug of cold water and rinse off your hair with it one last time. And voila!
- Lemon Juice and Coconut Milk – Lemon Juice is a natural hair straightener. Additionally if you mix coconut milk, the mixture provides you the perfect amount of moisturization. Apply this paste on your strands and wash it off with lukewarm water.
Well, here’s your homemade guide to straight hair. But most importantly, do not forget to use Dr.Jaikiran’s ZYX Hair Cream Gel to keep your hair shafts strong and healthy after making use of all the above healthy hair hacks.