Coconut Oil Really Works! 20 mon  

I found this posted in the hair loss forum and thought it sounded right. I have been suffering from hair loss and premature graying of hairs for last few months after two consecutive pregnancies. Initially I never thought that I have to take some serious step but when my grey hairs started peeping out, I was really shocked. I started using coconut oil mixed with equal amounts of olive oil & castor oil and few drops of lemon juice. (I discovered this home remedy for hair loss after a tiring research) Though I have used it a few times and I am not sure about grey hairs but it is really wonderful to use. My hair loss has diminished, my hairs feel shinier & softer and I am really fresh and cool. You can also try this if you have any hair problem but be patient may be a different proportion of ingredients will work for you.

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Hair Restoration Tips 30 mon  

As a substitute for shampooing with harmful chemicals to restore my hair health and give my hair new growth, I have tried many less harmful things than abrasive cleansers and toxic scents made with petrochemicals.

Neem oil is one ingreient that I would find a way to add to my hair treatment for thinning hair. Neem oil comes from the neem plant found in India. It may be purchased online or at most any heat... read
 

Prevent Hairloss 30 mon  

NATURAL HOME REMEDIES FOR BALDNESS / HAIR LOSS Baldness or alopecia refers to the falling of hair or absence of hair on the head. It is the most common disorder among men. Hair is found on each and every part of the body except the hands, palms and soles of the feet. Hair is formed in minute pockets in the skin called follicles. An up growth at the base of follicle produces hair when a special group of cells turn amino acids into keratin, a type of protein, of which hair is made. The rate of production of these building blocks determines hair growth. There is a balance in the hair growth and falling of hair. Any problem in the body system can disturb this balance causing more of hair loss and finally baldness

Types of Baldness / Hair Loss Male pattern baldness - This condition can occur at any age and is mostly hereditarycondition. It results in total hair loss in a short period. Female pattern bald... read
 

Remedies for Hair Care 30 mon  

NATURAL HOME REMEDIES FOR HAIR CARE Hair is formed in minute pockets in the skin known as follicles. An up growth at the base of the follicle, called papilla produces hair. Hair is made up of keratin, a type of protein. They tend to be the body’s barometer that indicates good health or the poor health. There are three types of hair that grow on the human scalp and they are:

Dry hair Dry hair looks dull and is often difficult to control after shampooing. They have dry and split ends. When the oil glands become inactive they make the hair dry. Dry hair needs lot of car... read
 

Essential Oils:Hair Care 3 y  

Adapted from Rosemary Gladstar's Family Herbal, by Rosemary Gladstar. Have you ever noticed how few people over 50 have shiny, healthy hair hair you'd die for? There aren't very many of them. Simple Solution: Though it may be part of the natural aging process to lose some of your crowning glory, it's not a natural process for it to lose its gleam and glow. This lack of life is almost always due not to aging but to the unhealthy practices of overwashing, blow drying, and using chemical products such as sprays, perms, and gels. Health, natural hair care is basically a very simple undertaking. Here are some tips of how essential oils can help!

Essential Oils for Hair Care More Bath & Shower Solutions Basil: Oily hair … promotes growth Chamomile: Fine to normal hair … gives golden highlights Clary sage: All types of hair … dandru... read
 

Home Made Shampoo 3 y  

Egg & Lemon Clarifying Shampoo In a blender, combine 1-ounce olive oil, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and ½ -teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Use as regular shampoo. Always place leftovers in a labeled glass container and refrigerate. Use within 4 days.

Hair Avocado & Coconut Milk Hair Conditioner Combine mashed avocado with some coconut milk. Comb it through the hair and let sit for 10 -15 minutes, rinse out. Egg Hair Conditioner 1 ... read
 

Soap Nut Shampoo 3 y  

Herbal Shampoos Herbs as cleansing agents have been used since ancient times for hair washes. These herbs have very little lathering quality. Make your own home made Herbal Shampoo with this recipe. This shampoo cleans gently. It eliminates all the dirt and oil from your hair and scalp, without depriving the scalp of its natural oil. It also restores the pH balance of the scalp.

Herbal Shampoos Herbs as cleansing agents have been used since ancient times for hair washes. These herbs have very little lathering quality. Make your own home made Herbal Shampoo with this re... read
 

No Shampoo Routine 3 y  

This is a summary of the "No Shampoo Routine" that was published @ http://motowngirl.com/no_shampoo.php about Lorraine Massey's book called, "Curly Girl" ***I have added a few remarks

Lorraine Massey says in her book. "Curly Girl http://motowngirl.com "Curlies should not use shampoo. There are a few mild shampoos out there, but most contain sodium laurel sulfate and/or sodi... read
 

Shampoo in the Pantry 3 y  

Over the centuries women have come up with their own remedies for hair care, from the garden or the pantry. The recipes listed are all very interesting and have a certain amount of benefit. I didn’t find any that are harmful. As a hairdresser, with color-enhanced hair, I will feel safer sticking to my LC Legacy Shampoo and Conditioner. However, if I’m ever stranded at home with no shampoo, I’ll know what to do!

Natural Hair Care - Shampoo From the Pantry Fashion minded women have been mixing their own hair care potions from ingredients found in their pantry for hundreds of years. Some recipes have be... read
 

Tea/Coffee Hair Rinses? 3 y  

Dear Karen, My auntie had waist length thick black hair that was gorgeous. After she died I asked my mom how Auntie Ruth had such shiny black hair, even into her later years. My mom said she thought that Auntie used either coffee or tea as a final rinse. Unfortunately my mom did not know the exact details and so I am at a loss to try and figure this out. Have you ever heard of such a thing before? If so, do I use instant coffee, brewed coffee or what is the deal? A friend thought that I might be able to avoid the muss and the fuss and just buy the drip of the day from Starbucks and pour that over my head.

Hmmmm....Starbucks brew of the day as a rinse? I never thought of that before but you know, it could potentially work. The important point to note is to make sure you don't pour it on your head w... read
 

Shampoo: Baldness Caused by SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE 3 y  

STOP USING SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE!!! "This ingredient is found EVERY body and face soap...and EVERY shampoo. IT IS ALSO WHY YOUNG MEN ARE GOING BALD!!!"

SLS and Premature Hair Loss SLS is implicated in premature hair loss in men and women, and may be one reason for widespread incidence of thinning hair. Because SLS is such a caustic cleanser, it... read
 

Make Neem Shampoo 4 y  

Neem Shampoo a la natural You can also make a shampoo for yourself - and use this natural one instead of all the chemicalised ones you get in the shops. Take a handful of neem leaves. Mix equal quantities of dried curry leaves ( curry patta ), lemon peel (nimbu ka chilka ), shikakai , fenugreek seeds ( methi daana ) & green gram ( moong saboot dal ) and grind them finely together.

http://health.indiatimes.com/articleshow/msid-1103899,prtpage-1.cms I started researching ways to grow back my thinning hair about a year ago. I found Apple Cider Vinegar and started using it to... read
 

Herbal Treatment:Hairloss 4 y  

Massage the scalp gently with coconut or almond oil daily for 10 to 15 minutes. Boil neem leaves in water. Cool, strain and rinse hair with it. Increase green leafy vegetables, salads, milk , fruits and sprouts in the diet. Take more proteins, milk, buttermilk, yeast, wheat germ, soya beans, whole grains and nuts. Premature graying of hair

Neem Oil for Hairloss & More An effective remedy [for hairloss]is using neem leaves - Take a handful of these leaves and boil them in four cups of water. After cooling and filtering, use the dec... read
 

Natural Skin Care Ingredients 4 y  

Glossary of Natural Skin Care Ingredients Great Resource

Glossary of Natural Skin Care Ingredients BACK TO APOTHECARY AGRIMONY LEAF - Agrimonia Eupatoria. Calming, astringent and toning. Beneficial as an eye wash. Also anti-inflammatory. ALGAE -... read
 

Lighten Hair w/ Rosemary Oil 4 y  

Essensial Oil of Rosemary I have been using essential oil of rosemary to brighten my dark brown hair for a few years as an alternative to chemical coloring. One of my perimenopausal symptoms was falling hair. I also feared the toxins of the dyes. My hair is in great shape now. All you need is approximately 8-10 drops diluted in a few tablespoons of water.

After shampooing, apply with conditioner (rosemary first), comb through, leave it on for a minute and rinse well. http://www.google.com/search?q=cache:hGRr_a_nSVIJ:www.maryjanesfarm.com/HomeSafeH... read
 

Hair Rinse:ACV Chemically Damaged Hair 4 y  

Hair Rinse Removes shampoo and chemical residue. Add softness and shine. This hair rinse is especially helpful for hair that feels dry. The high acid content plus the enzymes in the raw apple cider vinegar kill the bottle bacillus. These bacteria cause such problems as itching scalp and dandruff.

Hair Rinse Removes shampoo and chemical residue. Add softness and shine. This hair rinse is especially helpful for hair that feels dry. The high acid content plus the enzymes in the raw apple cid... read
 

Home Hair Treatment 4 y  

Avocado Hair Treatment for Dry Hair

HOW TO APPLY AN AT HOME HAIR TREATMENT The best & most convenient time to apply a hair treatment is just before you get into a warm bath. Avocado Hair Treatment for Dry Hair 1 cup of M... read
 

To Make Natural Shampoo 4 y  

Ingredients for an Avocado-Jasmine Shampoo: 1/2 cup shampoo base 1/2 cup aloe vera gel 3/4 teaspoon avocado oil 3/4 teaspoon jasmine essential oil Mix together all ingredients. Place into a clean container preferably with a screw-on lid. Let mixture set for a few hours to allow to thicken and the scents to take hold. Work into hair as usual and allow to sit for several minutes. Rinse as usual and style.

To make your own natural shampoo, you will need to create a shampoo base first: Ingredients you will need for the shampoo base: 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup castile soap 1/2 teaspoon of extra virg... read
 

No Shampoo: ACV & Baking Soda plus a Blog 4 y  

Why You Should Go No ‘Poo Almost three months ago, I was introduced to the idea of no longer using shampoo. I was intrigued. After looking into it somewhat, I figured I didn’t have anything to lose. So I picked up some baking soda and apple cider vinegar and then took the plunge. I love the results! There was an adjustment period where I had to play around with the measurements a bit but I finally got the hang of it. I have straight-as-a-board, baby-fine hair that has never held a “do.” After “no ‘poo,” I don’t even have to use styling products. I just blow dry and go; my hair now keeps any style. It’s awesome!

http://www.naturalfamilyonline.com/1-nb/53-no-shampoo.htm Hair Luv Routine I switched up my hair care routine to all natural non-mass marketed homemade products! "Sonrisa" reminded me about the a... read
 

natural healing - dandruff 4 y  

Further to my last article on “Hair Loss”, the discussion on hair care is incomplete without the mention of Dandruff. Let us get some facts straight about dandruff. Dandruff is the inflammation of the superficial layers of the skin whether it be on the scalp or any other part of the body.

AROMATHERAPY– NATURAL HEALING - DANDRUFF While the causes of dandruff are various, it can certainly be transferred genetically and can get aggravated with emotional and physical stress and with cl... read
 

Hairloss Prevention Shampoo 4 y  

Alopecia Shampoo Blend ingredients together in a bainmarie and use the shampoo once a week. Soap stew 4 ounces Jojoba Oil 12 drops Carrot Oil 6 drops Rosemary 6 drops Lavender 10 drops

Alopecia Shampoo Blend ingredients together in a bainmarie and use the shampoo once a week. Soap stew 4 ounces Jojoba Oil 12 drops Carrot Oil 6 drops Rosemary 6 drops Lavender... read
 

Grey Hair: Henna for Dark Hair 4 y  

For normal hair: Use a paste made of henna and curds. For oily hair: Use a paste made of henna, lime juice and dried gooseberry (amla, nellika ) powder. This not only cleans the scalp but also lends a lustre to it.

Henna for the hair Style Henna is an excellent conditioner for the hair. For dry hair it is better to avoid it or use it as sparingly as possible, since henna tends to dry out hair further. ... read
 

Grey Hair: Sage Restores Natural Color 4 y  

Covering Gray: Simmer 1/2 cup dried sage in 2 cups water for 30 minutes, then steep for several hours. Apply to hair and leave on until dried. Then rinse and dry. Repeat weekly, until desired shade, then monthly to maintain color.

Covering Gray Hair Recipe Homemade Hair Dye By Purdue University Wash your hair with one of the following rinses. Pour the selected rinse through your hair 15 times, re-rinsing with the same l... read
 

Hairloss:Thyme-Lavender-Rosemary-Cedarwood-Grapeseed-Jojaba Oil 4 y  

The results of one research study suggest that the essential oils of thyme, rosemary, lavender, and cedarwood mixed with an oil and applied on the areas of hair loss may stimulate hair growth. This double blind, placebo-controlled study enrolled 84 people who who massaged either these essential oils or a non-treatment oil into their scalps each night for seven months. Results showed that 44% of people in the treatment group had new hair growth compared to only 15% in the control group.

Hair Oil Recipe 3 drops of essential oil of thyme 3 drops of essential oil of lavender 3 drops of essential oil of rosemary 3 drops of essential oil of cedarwood 1/8 cup of grapeseed... read
 

Cayce:Irish Potatoes For Hairloss 4 y  

The peelings of potatoes don't of themselves make hair grow if everything else is done to prevent it! But it tends to stimulate, to keep the activities in such a manner as to be beneficial. For this body, or any other body - if it desires to use it - though it's rather late for this body to undertake to grow back hair, when it might have followed this procedure some twenty years ago and prevented the loss of the hair; but for most bodies, about an ounce of the potato peeling juice taken every few days is beneficial.

Potato Botanical Name: Solanum tuberosum Common Names and Synonyms: Spud, Irish Potato Potato in the Cayce Readings Eating the peelings of potatoes was sometimes recommended to improve ... read
 

Burdock Seed Oil for Hairloss 4 y  

If you make your own shampoo and have some pointers, please send me an email @ risingsun0707@yahoo.com

Burdock seed oil, one of the best selling hair tonics in Russia, is especially recommended for those with thinning hair or hair loss. Apply to your hair and scalp, leave on overnight and shampoo it... read
 

Hair Loss Shampoo: Saw Palmetto 4 y  

I am going more slowly through the process than I thought for making shampoo. I want to make my own chemical free shampoo for my thinning hair that has a dry patch and contains my first significant quanities of grey hairs. Pattern Baldness runs in my family so this dry patch of hair concerns me. I know it is easier to prevent baldness than it is to regrow hair once it is lost so this blog and making my own natural shampoo is my effort to be proactive and save my hair. I have tried some things so far but I want to base my formula on research based information. So far I am considering using Cold Pressed Virgin Olive Oil, Aloe Vera Juice, Rosemary extract, Cinnamon, Honey, Cayenne, Stinging Nettles, Milk Thistle and blending Saw Palmetto Gel Tabs into my hair loss/pattern baldness prevention shampoo. I have just begun using Apple Cider Vinegar as a rinse with good results. The following is a study about the effects of Saw Palmetto on Pattern Baldness.

Saw palmetto for male pattern baldness? - Phytotherapy Review Commentary Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, June, 2003 by Kerry Bone Save a personal copy of this article and quickly fi... read
 

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