Seeing your comb with clusters of broken hair is always heartbreaking. The effects of Alopecia make certain people fall into the depths of depression and also lead to the development of an inferiority complex.Though you cannot run away from the forces of nature, yet it is true that in nature itself you can find the secrets to restore your full-bodied mane and regain your self esteem. Here are some efficient home remedies to treat Alopecia.
Effective Home Remedies For Alopecia
Cinnamon
Prepare a paste by mixing together 2 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon Cinnamon powder and 2-3 tablespoon olive oil and apply it on the bald patches. Leave for half an hour and then wash thoroughly.Cinnamon contains volatile oil which has anti-viral and anti-fungal properties. It also stimulates blood circulation that helps in treating the symptoms of Alopecia.
Camphor
Take curd and Camphor lotion in equal proportions, mix well and keep aside for some time. Apply this paste on the bald areas and wash with lukewarm water after 2-3 hours. It helps in fighting with fungus or viruses present on the affected area and thereby treat Alopecia.
Fenugreek Seed
Fenugreek seed is a potent seed that contains lecithin. It helps in strengthening hair and maintaining its sheen. Grind some Fenugreek seeds with a little water into a fine paste.Oil your hair and then gently massage this paste on your scalp. Wrap your hair with a towel and wash after one hour. This remedy should be followed thrice a week for effective results.
Onion
Onion works miraculously in treating Alopecia in men. It is a great source of sulphur which increases blood circulation and also decreases inflammation. Massage the bald patches with onion every morning and evening. Follow it by rubbing honey on the patches and wash thoroughly after 15 minutes.
Coconut
Fresh coconut milk is very beneficial for treating all problems of hair including Alopecia. Massage your scalp with this milk and wash with warm water after half an hour.
Castor Oil
Apply Castor oil on the scalp and hair roots and tie your hair with a cloth. Leave it overnight and shampoo the next morning. You can also steam your hair with a hot towel before shampooing for rapid growth of hair on the affected area.
Black Pepper
Mix together 100 gms curd and about one gm grounded and powdered Black pepper. Apply this mixture on the scalp and leave for an hour. Wash with normal water or shampoo.
Henna Leaves
Boil some henna leaves in mustard oil, strain and let it cool. Massage this oil regularly on the scalp and roots and leave overnight. Shampoo next morning as usual.
Amla Oil
Prepare Amla oil by boiling dry Amla pieces in coconut oil or sesame oil. Strain and let it cool down completely. This oil should be applied every day for greater results.
Homemade Shampoo
Prepare a shampoo by boiling 200 grams of amla, shikakai and reetha each in 2-3 liters of water.
Boil it until the water reduces to half. Let it cool and store it in a glass bottle. This home based shampoo is more effective in treating Alopecia and alleviating its effects.
Healthy lifestyle, yoga and a well balanced diet with all food groups will help tremendously in treating Alopecia along with these home treatments.
