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There’s no magic bullet for growing hair, but research has shown some
herbs may slow hair loss or help promote new growth. It’s important to
note however, that much of the research has been done on animals.
Additional studies are needed to prove their effectiveness on humans.
Keep reading to learn how herbal remedies may be used to help improve
your hair growth. Be sure to talk to your doctor before adding herbs to
your daily routine, especially if your hair loss is caused by a medical
condition.
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coconut oil
sweet almond oil
walnut oil
olive oil
mineral oil
jojoba oil
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How to use
Using clean hands, massage the hair oil directly to your scalp and rinse as
directed.
Polyherbal ointments
Herbal ointments, sometimes called herbal salves, are usually made by
combining herbs with an oil like lanolin or petroleum jelly and water.
Other ingredients may include beeswax or cocoa butter. Polyherbal
ointments typically contain multiple herbal extracts.
Gotu kola (Centella asiatica): Gotu kola is one of the most popular
Ayurvedic herbs. It’s thought to increase hair length and stimulate
hair growth, possibly by increasing blood circulation to the scalp.
Aloe vera (A. Barbadensis Mill.): Aloe vera is a tropical plant and a
popular folk remedy for burns and digestive problems. It may be
also used to keep the scalp conditioned and healthy which can
support healthy hair growth.
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Polyherbal ointments are usually applied directly to your scalp. With clean
hands, massage the ointment into your scalp until absorbed as per
manufacturer’s instructions.
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Herbal creams
Herbal creams are also made from herb-infused oils and water. They
contain less oil and more water than herbal ointments and are easily
absorbed by your skin.
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How to use
With clean hands, massage the hair cream into your scalp or apply to hair
from roots to tips as per manufacturer’s instructions.
Herbal gels
Herbal gels contain herbal extracts in a gel base. They typically don’t
contain oil.
How to use
Using clean hands, massage the gel into your scalp or apply to your hair
from roots to tips as per manufacturer’s instructions.
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Cubosomal suspension
Cubosomes are liquid, crystalline nanoparticles. Cubosomal suspensions
are used to target the delivery of drugs and, in some cases, herbal
remedies.
How to use
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Using clean hands, comb in or apply to your hair from root to tip, or as
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otherwise instructed. Use herbal cubosomal suspensions as directed by
your doctor.
To do this:
rash
hives
redness
itching
difficulty breathing
dizziness
headache
thinning hair
increased hair loss
dry scalp
scalp redness
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The side effects of most herbs for hair growth aren’t well-studied in
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humans. There’s not enough information to standardize dosing
recommendations.
Research has shown that some herbs may help strengthen hair, support
scalp health, improve hair thickness, or stimulate the hair growth cycle.
Still, more clinical trials on humans are needed before herbal remedies
become a mainstream hair growth treatment.
Any herb may be used in all types of herbal hair product preparations. But
it may be difficult to find over-the-counter hair growth products that
include the herbs used in research. Your doctor or natural health
practitioner may be able to help you find a remedy that best suits your
needs.
Be sure to talk with your doctor before use. They can walk you through
your treatment options and advise you on any next steps.
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