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As per Ayurveda ,
scalp massage with warm oil two or three times a week will help
stimulate and moisturize the scalp. You can use good quality coconut,
almond or amla hair oil. Apply some mildly warmed oil to your hair and
gently massage into your scalp evenly with your fingertips. Leave it
overnight if you can, if not, leave it for at least an hour or two,
then wash it with suitable sampoo. |
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Never
attack wet hair with a brush, no matter how rushed for time you are.
Tangles in wet hair are best removed with a wide-toothed comb. Use a
wooden or metal teeth comb if you can find one; it won't generate
static electricity. Excessive blow-drying can damage hair in the
long-term, making it brittle and causing split ends. If you can, let
your hair dry naturally, then brush into place. |
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Like
everything else about true healthy hair begins within your body. Start
with your diet. Include lots of green leafy vegetables and sweet juicy
fruits. Dairy products such as milk and fresh yogurt will also help.
Fresh coconut is also considered excellent "hair food" - sprinkle
grated coconut over salads, diced fresh fruit, or rice. |
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Ayurveda
considers foods with artificial preservatives and chemical additives
stripped of their inherent "intelligence" and therefore not helpful in
supplying nutrition to your body and mind. Ice-cold beverages also
hamper the process of digestion and assimilation of nutrients. |
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Cooking
with certain spices adds flavor to your food and provides nourishment
for your hair. Cumin, turmeric and black pepper are some
"hair-friendly" spices. |
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Ayurvedic
herbs that help hair health include Eclipta alba and Gotu Kola. Eclipta
alba is called "Bhringaraj" - literally, king of tresses. It nourishes
the hair and helps resistance to stress as well. Brahmi, sometimes
called Gotu Kola, also helps balance the mind and nourishes the hair
and scalp. Ayurveda considers the health, color and luster of hair so
dependent on overall mind/body health. |
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Stay
away from harsh chemical topical products that can damage hair . Look
for gentle, natural cleansers and conditioners, especially if you wash
your hair more than three times a week. Shampoos and conditioners that
contain nourishing botanicals are even better. Read labels carefully -
sometimes, products that say "herbal" or "natural" can include
chemicals. |
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Stress
can be seriously injurious to long-term health and color of hair. Try
and manage your time and tasks to minimize time-related pressures.
Practice relaxation techniques such as meditation. Get adequate, good
quality sleep to help the natural process of rejuvenation. |
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Wash
your hairs with appropriate shampoo atleast twice in a week, don?t
change the brand of shampoo so frequently, stick to one brand that
suits you. |
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When washing hair don?t scrub heavily. This flakes hair cuticle[the outer later of hair] |
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If you have dry hair try to avoid daily hair washing if possible. Try every other day. |
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Use a mild shampoo. Look at the shampoo ingredients. Avoid anything that contains harsh detergents. |
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Don?t
apply shampoo directly on your hair, dilute it or make foam in your
hands than use it. This can minimize the negative effects of shampoo. |
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If you have very dry hair, use a little oil (coconut, almond, etc.) Before using a shampoo. |
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If
you have dull, dry hair don`t use conditionor. Any chemical action on
the hair like this breaks down the chemical bonds of the hair cuticle
and cortex. Permanent damage quickly sets in and your dull, dry hair
will rapidly get worse. |
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Hair
coloring and Perming is very common now a days but remember it is a
chemical and heat treatment, it can damage to the cuticle of the hairs
and entire hair fiber. |
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Don?t use poor quality rubber bands it may creat tangle and hairs may break off. |
