Herbs for Your Hair

Many of the folks that are interested in herbs and natural remedies also choose to use natural products for cosmetic and personal use. People have been using plant based preparations for hair care for thousands of years. Cleopatra used henna mixed with juniper berries to dye her hair. Greek women applied lemon to their hair and then walked in the sun to lighten it. Down through the ages a number of herbal preparations have been used for hair. Many of them are still in use today.

Elder, sage and henna, calendula and walnut, have all been used as natural hair dyes. Sage and rosemary are said to make hair grow. Many people have tried these herbs for baldness with varying results. Additional herbs for promoting hair growth include aloe vera, and burdock. Aloe cleanses the hair follicles by removing dead cells and sebum that block them and inhibit hair growth. Burdock is anti-inflammatory and promotes strong hair growth.

Olive oil moisturizes, and strengthens hair and contributes to its elasticity. A search of the internet will bring up many formulas for olive oil treatments for hair. Coconut oil is another favorite hair oil. Polynesian women have been using it for centuries. Constituents in the coconut oil strengthen and nourish the hair, preventing and repairing damage to the hair. Coconut oil is also a great moisturizer and conditioner for hair.

Here is a recipe for an itchy scalp. Mix olive oil and lemon juice and apply it to your hair. This mixture helps cleanse the scalp from dry skin and the olive oil helps to moisturize it. Use two tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of water. Massage it into your scalp. Let is sit for 20 minutes and rinse. Then shampoo your hair.


Sources:
http://www.thealternativedaily.com/13-natural-beauty-secrets-seductive-cleopatra/
http://www.diybeautytutorials.com/2014/06/discover-9-ancient-greek-beauty-secrets_13.html
http://www.naturallivingideas.com/best-herbs-for-hair-growth/
http://www.care2.com/greenliving/olive-oil-hair-repair.html
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/oils/coconut-oil-for-hair.html
http://www.womansday.com/style/beauty/advice/a1853/8-homemade-hair-treatments-110251

Disclaimer: The information in this blog is intended for educational and informational use. The author is not responsible for the results of using these herbs. If you wish to use herbal remedies  consult a dermatologist or hair care professional.

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Valerie Lull
Author
Ten Spices for Health and Longevity
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