How To Color Your Hair With Henna Properly?

Henna (also known as Mehendior, Hena) is a flowering plant used to dye skin, fingernails, leather, silk, wool and even to dye hair and has been used for centuries. Nowadays henna is widely used by the Indian women as a dye for hair, skin and nails as well as for body art and temporarily tattoos. Using henna to dye your hair is probably the best way to color your hair naturally without damaging it. Henna simply adds color to the hair with a gentle and natural approach. It doesn’t alter the structure of the hair but it does condition and nourish the hair, as it doesn’t contain synthetic chemicals. It works great to color red or reddish brown hair.


The benefits of using henna to color your hair:
◦prevents premature graying of hair
◦nourish and condition the hair
◦make hair shiny and smooth
◦doesn’t irritate the scalp or the skin
◦simple and easy to use
◦henna doesn’t lighten (or bleach) hair
◦doesn’t contain harsh ingredients and chemicals
◦henna straightens and thickens your hair
◦doesn’t contain ammonia
◦prevents hair loss and dandruff

You will need:
◦henna powder
◦lemon juice (vinegar, red wine)
◦protective plastic gloves
◦a shower cap to cover your hair
◦a bowl
◦wide-toothed comb
◦old towels

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Homemade Hair Masks

Here are hair masks for oily hair or dry hair and for all type of hair. if you have dry hair and if you try oil on hair, sometimes it may not give the desired result. At that time a suitable homemade hair mask/pack will come to your rescue. It will give a long lasting visible result. When explaining these homemade hair masks I mentioned the type of hair.
How to prepare homemade hair mask/hair pack

Homemade hair mask/pack: Egg
Here is a hair mask using egg. This can be used for dry hair as well as normal hair. As it is not containing any oil it can be used in oily hair also.

you need
yolk of an egg
1/2 cup milk
Mix these well. Apply a little oil on hair(for dry hair) and apply thishomemade hair mask on entire hair. Massage the head for 10 min. Leave it like that for 10 min. and rinse it well in normal water. Then use shampoo.
Homemade hair masks: Oatmeal
This hair pack can be used in all type of hair. For extreme oily hair use any thin oil instead of almond oil. Use in small quantity. As this hair mask contains oats that will nourishe the scalp skin.

you need
oats 1/2 cup or more.
almond oil 1 or 2 tbsp.
fresh milk 1/4 cup or more.
Mix all the ingredients well. Comb your hair and take out all the knots if you have. Make sure hair is not wet. Apply the homemade hair mask/pack and leave it for 15 – 20 min. Then rinse in water and shampoo well.
Homemade hair mask: Multani mitti
This hair mask is for oily hair. The mitti(earth) can control the excess oil on hair.

you need
multani mitti (fuller’s earth) 1/2 cup
apple cider vinegar 3 tbsp.
Mix the above ingredients using water if nedded and apply on wet hair. Leave it for about ten to fifteen min. It is suitable for oily hair.
Homemade hair pack: Parsley 

his hair mask is suitable for all type of hair. Prepare a juice of parsley. Mix 1/2 cup parsley, 3 tbsp. olive oil. Apply this on scalp and hair. Massage the scalp for 15 min. After 20 min. rinse it off.
The above homemade hair masks can be used weekly for best results. As it safe you can try it more than one and see the result. Then choose a suitablehomemade hair masks and get the desired result.

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Hair Problem And Cure

Hair Loss Problem And Cure
Every day, every one of us looses some hair. Our body then replaces it with some new strands as part of the many renewal processes that are built into our body systems. As we all age, 'the reappearance of new hair' event gradually slows down. This observable fact is more evident in men than women, whose 'male-pattern baldness is genetically determined and can begin as early as age 20. For women, hair normally thins after age 50, and considerable hair loss before that age is very rare.

General problems of hair loss: 
Dandruff, Graying of hair, loosing hair, brittle hair and slow growth of hair are some of the common hair problems that people complain about. Though most of these problems are natural signs of aging or part of our genetic makeup, there are some simple preventative measures and home remedies that may help some of these hair complaints.

Facts about Hair:

• Typically, hair grows an average of an inch every two months.
• The average head can shed up to 100 of its 100,000 hairs every day.

Indication of hair loss:

• Hair Loss generally is noticed in one of two-ways.
  • With common pattern baldness, the loss is gradual. It can start as early as puberty, or very late in life.
  • Sudden loss of hair, or loss in clumps usually indicates a different problem. This type of symptom could be caused by a number of factors, including hormonal changes, medications, thyroid problems, among others.
• Male pattern baldness typically starts by causing the hairline to recede in the center of the forehead. A bald spot may then form on the top of the head, towards the back and center. Eventually almost all the hair on the top of the head will be lost. This leaves the hair on the sides and back forming the notorious horseshoe pattern. By this stage, hair loss will be very difficult to treat with medications. A hair transplant may be a good option at this point, though they can be expensive.
• Female pattern baldness results in a more evenly spread out thinning of hair. Women will notice an increased rate of hair loss. This will most likely be noticed on pillows, in the shower, hairbrushes, or even vacuum brushes. It is impossible to count the number of hairs being lost per day, but women will notice the thinning and loss of hair around the same time. Some women who have curly or thick hair may not notice the change as early. Skin and hair color also determine how easily the thinning is noticed. Someone who has light hair and dark skin will notice balding much sooner than most.

Self-care remedy tips for hair loss:

1. Massage the scalp with 2-3 drops of essential oil or a good vegetable oil. Massage well into the scalp so that the oil gets into deep roots of hair. Wrap the hair in plastic wrap and place a warm towel around it. Leave it for 2 to three hours or overnight. Shampoo the hair with a mild shampoo. Practicing this at regular basis would help your hair pores get rejuvenated.
2. Eat a handful of white sesame seeds every morning. One handful of these small seeds contains about 1,200 mg. of calcium and magnesium to ignite the required nourishments of your scalp not to loose hair.
3. Take some yogurt everyday (unless you are allergic to milk).
4. Rinse hair with a mix of apple cider vinegar tea to help hair grow.
5. Mix little warmer castor and almond oil and massage over scalp at least once a week.
6. Grind lime seeds and black pepper in equal number in some water and apply on the scalp at regular intervals.
7. Scrub the bald portion with onions till it becomes red. Then applying honey, scrub the scalp once a day.
8. Massage almond oil on scalp 2 to 3 times a day. Further hair loss will stop by doing this practice.
9. Massage coconut milk or Aloe Vera gel into the scalp and hair. Leave it for ½ hour, and then rinse with warm water. Repeat 3 times a week.
10. Massage honey with egg yolk into the scalp and hair. Leave for a 1/2 hour, then rinse to prevent hair loss.

Cause of hair problems:
The cause of hair loss is most commonly related to male gender, hormonal changes and genetics. Medications can be another reason for the hair loss.

Temporary hair loss can occur in conjunction with a high fever, a severe illness, thyroid disorders, iron deficiency, general anesthesia, drug treatments, hormonal imbalance, or extreme stress, and in women following childbirth. In these conditions, a large number of hair follicles suddenly go into a resting phase, causing hair to thin noticeably

General tips to take care of hair from loss:

• Eating a balanced, healthy diet is important for a lot of reasons, and it really benefits your hair. And don't forget to treat your hair well. For example, some doctors recommend using baby shampoo, shampooing no more than once a day, and lathering gently.
• Don't rub your hair too vigorously with a towel, either. Many hair experts suggest you consider putting away the blow dryer and air-drying your hair instead. If you can't live without your blow dryer, try using it on a low heat setting.
• Style your hair when it's dry or damp. Styling your hair while it's wet can cause it to stretch and break. And try to avoid teasing your hair, which can also cause damage. Finally, be careful when using chemicals - such as straightness or color - on your hair.

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Homemade Hair Conditioner

Recipe for Homemade Avocado Hair Conditioner

Hair Type: Dry Hair, Frizzy Hair, Curly Hair and Fine Hair
You can take fresh avocado fruit, take out the whitish part and blend it to a pulp and apply directly to scalp and hair. Leave for 5 minutes, and wash with cool water or you can try this shampoo cum conditioner recipe, and store it for weeks. Avocado oil for hair is hugely popular and this recipe which contains avocado oil is excellent for people who have dry hair. To make the shampoo, mix ¼ tablespoons of avocado oil, ¼ cup of aloe gel, ¼ cup of liquid Castile soap, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable glycerin. Mix all the ingredients in a bottle, and shake the bottle well before every use. To shampoo and condition your hair, apply the mix to hair and scalp and let it remain for few minutes and rinse your hair with cool water.

Recipe of Homemade Hair Conditioner Using Egg

Hair Type: Curly Hair, Dry Hair, Frizzy Hair and Hair With Split Ends
This is among deep conditioning treatment recipes of hair conditioners made at home, using egg. In a bowl beat up 2 egg yolks. After it becomes frothy, add 1 teaspoon of Castor oil and 1 teaspoon of rum. Again mix the solution well. Dampen your hair with cool water and massage the mixture on the scalp for 5 minutes and apply the rest on the hair. For hair having split ends, use 3 egg yolks and apply generously on the scalp and split ends. Keep this homemade hair conditioner for 2 - 3 minutes and rinse well with cool water. Egg being rich in vitamin A and D, together with rum and Castor oil will give a deep moisturizing and conditioning effect to your hair. This recipe is suitable for people looking for homemade hair conditioner for African-American hair type.

Homemade Olive Oil Hair Conditioner Recipe

Hair Type: Scalp with Dandruff, Hair Lacking Shine, Dry Hair and Frizzy Hair
Olive oil is a light oil, and can be used in its concentrated form which makes it one of the most effective carrier oils. Olive oil is a suitable conditioner for dry hair. Dampen your hair and take 1 tablespoon of olive oil and massage on your scalp in circular motion. Wrap your head with a hot towel, and keep the towel for 45 minutes and wash your hair thoroughly with cool water.

Homemade Hair Conditioner Recipe Using Rosemary

Hair Type: Curly Hair, Dry Hair, Frizzy Hair, Scalp with Dandruff and Fine Hair
Rosemary hair oil stimulates hair growth and is used in many hair care products. Mix 4 - 5 drops of rosemary essential oil with 2 teaspoons of jojoba oil and warm up the solution a bit. Wet your hair, massage the solution on your scalp for 5 minutes, and wrap your head with a warm towel. Keep the towel on for 45 minutes, and rinse your hair and scalp well with cool water. Rosemary oil for hair will give volume and shine to your hair, with a moisturizing effect. This recipe is suitable for the above hair types, people plagued by dandruff and especially suitable for people looking for homemade hair conditioner for black hair, as it makes black hair even more lustrous.

So, try out these homemade hair conditioner recipes. These recipes are made using natural ingredients, so you can try out the recipes and find out which of these suits your hair type best, and enjoy shiny healthy looking hair!

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How To Use Herbal Oils

Gingili and Lime Oil:
500 gms Gingili oil
Juice of 1 Lime

Heat the oil in a pan till it froths. Remove.
Strain the limejuice and add gradually to the hot oil.
Strain when it is cool and use.

Coconut and Bottle Gourd Oil:
250 gms Coconut oil
250 gms Bottle Gourd ( Ghia, Doodhi)

Grate the gourd with the peel. Blend in a liquidizer and strain well to extract juice. Heat the Coconut oil in a pan. Gradually add the vegetable juice. Boil till all the water evaporates. Cool and bottle.

Pepper With Coconut Oil:
1 cup Coconut oil
1 tspn rice grains
1 tspn Peppercorns

Heat everything together. When rice grains turn brown, remove and cool.
Warm the oil before use.

Gingili and Castor Oil:
1 cup Gingili oil
1 cup Castor oil
1 Sprig Curry leaves

Heat all three together. Cool and strain. Warm the oil before use.

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Hair loss

This is a very natural phenomenon and all of us do loss hair. Too much of hair loss is a matter of concern. This usually happens after a long illness, extreme climates, too much of stress and bad eating or sleeping habits.

Tip 1:
Wash the hair with Tender Coconut water every other day for weeks.

Tip 2:
Add the paste of fresh Curry leaves to Shikakai powder and wash hair with this on a regular basis.

Tip 3:
Wash hair with coconut milk

Tip 4:
Dry some basil leaves and Margosa leaves. Add some Bay leaves and powder all 3 together. Add 1tspn of this powder to 50 ml. of water and apply for ½ an hour Wash.

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Hair lice treatments

This is one problem all School going children face in life.

Tip 1:

Take 2tblspns of Vinegar and dilute with 2 tblspns of water. Apply and leave for an hour before washing well.

Tip 2:

Take a cup of Coconut oil and add 1 tspn of crushed Camphor to this. Heat the oil till camphor melts. Apply well on scalp while the oil is still warm. Leave for 1 hour before washing.

Tip 3:

Make a paste of Basil leaves. Drape a towel and leave overnight or at least for 2 hours. Wash.

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HAIR DANDRUFF

Healthy glowing hair is a crowning glory for a woman today. To keep it this way is not very simple given to-days living conditions. The heat and dust and also working for long periods in air- conditioned surroundings. The hair treatments like perms, tinting, and hot rollers also affect the healthy luster of your hair.

The best way to atone for this would be to go "Totally Natural" from time to time. Just like plants hair too needs proper nourishment. You need to eat a proper protein rich diet.

The scalp should be clean before oiling the hair. Do brush hair as a daily routine, with firm downward strokes. Wet hair should not be brushed, as hair is weak when it is wet, and breaks easily. Take care and the time to massage the scalp while oiling hair, as this will increase the blood circulation around the roots.

Dandruff is the shedding of dead cells from the scalp. It sometimes leads to boils and pimples too. These are some ways in which we can get rid of dandruff.

Tip 1:
Keep the scalp clean. Oil hair on alternate days and shampoo.

Tip 2:
Mix 2 tspns of Brandy in 1 cup of water. Apply with the fingertips to the roots of hair. Wash after ½ hour with shampoo.

Tip 3:
Mix 1 egg with 1 cup of yogurt and apply on the scalp. Leave for ½ an hour and wash.

Tip 4:
Mix 1 tblspn of Olive oil with 1 tspn of limejuice. Apply well on the scalp and cover the head by tying an old scarf. Keep it on overnight and shampoo the next morning.

Tip 5:
1 tspn of Fenugreek seed powder mixed with an egg. Apply and leave for ½ an hour before shampooing the hair.

Tip 6:
1 tspn fenugreek seed powder mixed with 1 cup of yogurt. Apply and leave for ½ an hour before washing.

Tip 7:
Take 2 tblspns of Beetroot juice and add 1 egg and 1 tspn limejuice to this. Apply and leave for ½ an hour before washing.

Tip 8:
Oil hair well before going to bed. Next morning mix 1 tspn limejuice with ½ tspn salt. Rub this on the scalp with the peel of a lime turned inside out. Leave for 1 hour before shampooing.

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