Brilio.net - Hair loss is a normal thing, with the average person losing 50-100 strands of hair per day. However, if the number exceeds that number, it could be a sign of more serious hair damage. If more hair falls out than grows, the risk of baldness increases.
In addition to hair loss, another problem that often bothers is gray hair, which appears due to the loss of hair pigment as we age. In addition to age factors, the growth of gray hair can also be caused by genetics, health conditions, smoking habits, and side effects of certain medications. In fact, gray hair can appear faster in those who are still young, especially if influenced by an unhealthy lifestyle.
Although gray hair due to genetic factors or aging is difficult to prevent, gray hair that appears due to lifestyle or medical conditions can still be delayed. Likewise with hair loss, which can be reduced with proper care. One solution to maintaining healthy hair is to utilize natural ingredients that are rich in nutrients for the scalp.
Usually, natural ingredients that are often used to maintain healthy hair are black cumin. In fact, besides that, there are still other natural ingredients that can be used to blacken hair while strengthening hair roots. Like the upload from the TikTok account @twinsbymyside on March 13, 2023.
The post shares a trick to prevent hair loss and gray hair growth using one type of leaf, namely curry leaves. In addition, he also added another ingredient, namely coconut oil. You can use these ingredients as a hair mask to prevent hair loss and gray hair.
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Curry leaves are not only useful for adding aroma to cooking, but also have natural abilities for healthy and shiny hair. Curry leaves contain fiber and protein that help increase hair growth. This one leaf also contains beta-carotene and amino acids that play a role in reducing hair loss and strengthening hair follicles.
Curry leaves also contain antioxidants and vitamin B complex that work together to restore the hair's natural pigment. Quoting from the Indian Express, curry leaves can give hair roots a much-needed nutritional boost, so that graying can stop, and new hair that grows will have a healthier texture.
Likewise with coconut oil which is also one of the natural ingredients that you can use to care for your hair. Coconut oil is a vegetable oil produced from coconut flesh. It is rich in vitamins, fatty acids, lauric acid, and antioxidants that are good for hair health.
Because, in coconut oil contains fatty acids that function to nourish the scalp and help stimulate its growth. These fatty acids play a role in increasing blood circulation to the scalp, so that it can increase hair growth and prevent it from falling out.
The fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants in it can also help maintain protein levels and provide nutritional intake to prevent the growth of melanin or hair coloring substances. Let's see how to make it, as reported by briliobeauty.net from the TikTok account/@twinsbymyside on Friday (8/25).
Material:
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1. 10-15 curry leaves
2. 2 tablespoons coconut oil
How to make:
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1. Put coconut oil and curry leaves in a pan.
2. Heat over medium heat until it boils
3. Stir until both are mixed then turn off the stove and wait until it cools.
4. Apply to hair thoroughly, especially on the scalp.
5. Massage gently for 2-3 minutes.
6. Roll up your hair and let it sit for 30-60 minutes.
7. Rinse using your favorite shampoo and conditioner.
8. Use this mask regularly 1-2 times a week for satisfactory results.
(brl/far)
