Beautiful, shiny hair is not something unattainable if you follow the right haircare regimen. You also do not need expensive shampoos and conditioners. One natural way to prevent hair problems is by using curry leaves or kadi patta. Here’s how it benefits your mane.
Prevents premature greying of hair
Even people in their 20s have grey hair these days. This is due to poor haircare, stress, genetic build-up, smoking, alcohol, etc. But curry leaves can prevent this. It has vitamin B which helps restore your hair’s natural colour, nourishes and strengthens it from the roots. It also helps in the growth of new hair which has stronger pigments. This gives you radiant, black locks. Here’s why hair greys early in some people.
Stops hair loss and thinning
Pollution, unhealthy lifestyle habits, stress can cause hair thinning which leads to eventual hair fall. Curry leaves are a rich source of beta-carotene and protein. These strengthen the hair and help in regrowth. These leaves also have antioxidants and amino acids which prevent hair loss.
Repairs damaged hair follicles
Our hair is made of follicles that die every few days and new ones form to maintain hair growth but if your body lacks essential nutrients, they are damaged and unhealthy. Curry leaves have essential nutrients which restore strength in hair follicles and prevent further damage. This allows the follicles to be healthy and eventually leads to a good hair growth. Here are some home remedies for damaged hair.
Strengthens hair shaft
A weak hair shaft can lead to hair fall and other hair problems. Curry leaves contain vitamin B6 which acts as a hormone regulator of hair loss. This strengthens the hair shaft and roots resulting in healthy hair growth. Also read these 10 tips to prevent hair fall.
How to use curry leaves to make hair packs:
Take a cup of curd and add curry leaves in it. Mix well and then massage your scalp with it. Leave it on for 15 minutes before washing it off with water and shampoo.
To make a natural hair tonic, boil curry leaves in any hair oil and then apply it on your scalp. Massage well for better blood circulation. Do this twice a week for hair growth. Here are 5 herbal oils to prevent hair loss.
You can also consume curry leaves in your diet. Add it to buttermilk, poha, pulav or its powdered version in dal and curries. Also read the health benefits of curry leaves.
With inputs from BollywoodShaadis.com
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