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11 Herbs That Are Excellent For Healthy Hair

11 Herbs That Are Excellent For Healthy Hair

There are various kinds of herbs and packs available in the market that provide enrichment to the hair. Basically herbs have qualities that boost growth and promote shine along with fighting different kinds of hair problems. These herbal remedies have been tried since ancient times and are highly suggested to get healthier and fuller hair.

Here Are Some Of Them-

Gooseberry

The Indian gooseberry is one of the most commonly used hair herbs that are available in both dry and fresh forms. Basically the gooseberry helps to darken the hair naturally. It is also vitamin C rich that helps in growth of hair along with improving over all texture.

Gooseberry

Basil

This herb is rich in ingredients that rejuvenate the hair. Basil also fights different kinds of hair infections and problems like dandruff and itchy scalp. Apply the puree of basil on the hair as a mask. You can also consume basil in your diet everyday to improve hair quality.

Basil

Indian Lilac

Indian lilac has antibacterial and antiviral properties that is known for combating different hair problems. It is also an excellent remedy to get fragrant hair naturally, combat dandruff and get rid of lice too. You can boil it in some coconut oil and then apply the same or make a puree of the fresh leaves and use.

Indian Lilac

Curry Leaves

South Indians have been using curry leaves for ages to combat hair problems. Boiling curry leaves in coconut water, till they are charred helps in getting rid of many hair problems. It also improves hair quality and texture.

Curry Leaves

Soap Nuts

This is basically a naturally cleanser for the hair, which is available in powder form. You can use this powder to rinse hair and get a soapy and lathery feeling instead of chemical based shampoos. It enhances hair growth too.

Soap Nuts

Stinging Nettle

This is the perfect herb to get rid of oily hair problems along with improving overall hair texture and quality. Stinging nettle should be boiled in olive oil for few hours. Strain the liquid and then use to enhance hair growth and improve cell functions.

Use Nettle Leaves

Rosemary

Rosemary is used mostly in the kitchen but works very well in grey hair and falling hair issues. Apply paste of fresh rosemary on the hair and let it stay for at least an hour. Wash off with water.

Rosemary

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is another cleansing and nourishing agent that really works great for your hair. You can simply use the pulp of the aloe plant to apply on hair. You can also make an oil out of it by mixing the same in some almond or coconut oil and then apply it. This adds nourishment to the hair and also adds shine.

Aloe Vera

Ginseng

Ginseng is highly recommended for re-growht of hair and balding problems. Use ginseng tea or its powder and massage the hair very well with it. Repeat the treatment at least 3-4 times a week to see beneficial results of hair re-growth.

Ginseng

Hibiscus Flower

This is a common ingredient used in India for adding natural hair colour and improving hair vitality and growth. Boil the flower in coconut or olive oil. When cooled completely strain and apply generously on the hair.

Hibiscus Flower

Lemon Grass

This is a great hair rinse that provides lustre and improves health of the hair. Take some dried lemon grass and boil in water. Then use it as a rinse after shampooing hair. It gets rid of smelly hair problems and improves hair quality too.

Lemon Grass