Amla or gooseberry is a wonder fruit that is known to give immense health benefits. But did you know it is also an amazing natural remedy to treat dry, dull and lifeless hair? To know how you can derive maximum benefits for your hair from amla or how to include it in your regular hair care routine for thick, healthy and beautiful hair, read further.
Reasons for hair fall?
Hair fall is a common problem that most men and women suffer from. The reasons for it could be:
- Poor diet
- Excessive use of hair products & tools
- Medication
- Genetic
- Improper hair care regime
- Pollution
But are you aware that one of the most common yet ignored reasons for hair fall is the deficiency of Vitamin C? Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that helps build collagen, which is highly required for hair growth and strengthening of hair from the roots. Lack of it can lead to the problems of hair fall, thinning of hair, dandruff, dry scalp, split-ends and hair breakage.
Hair experts often lay emphasis on significance of Vitamin C to get rid of hair woes. And the best way to do that is by including amla in both your everyday diet and hair care regime. Amla, whether consumed in the form of juice or applied directly on the scalp as a hair mask, is bound to add volume, luster and health to your mane.
Need ideas on how you can create easy yet effective homemade hair remedies using this super fruit? Check them out right here.
Amla mask for hair strengthening
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp amla powder
- 2 tsp yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp hot water
Method:
- In a bowl mix all the ingredients together and make a smooth paste
- Apply it all over the scalp and hair and let it sit for 40-45 minutes
- Rinse it off with lukewarm water followed by a mild shampoo
- Repeat twice a week to get strong and healthy hair over a period of time
Anti-dandruff amla hair mask
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp shikakai
- 2 tbsp amla powder
- 1 tsp curd
- 1 tsp freshly squeezed amla juice
Method:
- In a bowl, mix the ingredients together to make a smooth paste
- Apply it on the scalp and hair and leave it to dry for an hour
- Rinse it off with cold water followed by a mild shampoo wash
- Repeat twice a week for deeply moisturized and conditioned scalp
Read more on how to remove dandruff at our blog.
Amla hair mask to prevent pre-mature graying
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp amla powder
- 1 tsp reetha
- 1 tsp shikakai
- 2 tbsp henna powder
- 2 tsp almond oil
Method:
- Make a smooth paste using all the ingredients and leave it overnight
- Next morning, apply the mix on the scalp and hair and let it dry for at least an hour
- Before rinsing the mask off with warm water, massage your head in circular motion for 5-10 minutes
- Repeat the process at least twice a week for the desired results
Amla hair oil mask for hair growth
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp Dabur Amla Hair Oil
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Method:
- Mix the two oils together & heat them
- Wait for them to cool down to lukewarm temperature and then gently massage the scalp in circular motion with it for 10-15 minutes
- Make sure to cover the length of the hair from the roots to the tips
- Leave the oil mix in the head overnight
- Next morning, rinse it off with a mild shampoo followed by a conditioner
- Repeat the process twice a week to get a definitive answer on how to get thicker hair? Read more home remedies for thick hair at our blog.