Brilio.net - Gray hair is one of the physical changes that occur in hair, and for some people, the presence of gray hair can affect their appearance. Gray hair appears when hair turns gray or white, and this generally occurs with age. However, it is not uncommon for gray hair to appear at a younger age.
Basically, gray hair is a natural process that occurs as we age. However, other factors such as stress, vitamin deficiencies, or hair damage can cause faster graying. Gray hair caused by genetic factors and aging is indeed difficult to avoid, but there are still some ways to overcome it.
According to Healthline, hair that has turned white or gray generally cannot return to its original color. However, there are various ways to disguise or even prevent further gray hair from appearing, which can help maintain the original hair color.
Several natural ingredients can be used to prevent further gray hair growth, and of course are more friendly to the body and more affordable than chemical products. One of them is a method shared by the TikTok account owner @chefuziskitchen on August 3, 2022, which uses a mixture of coconut oil and coffee grounds.
"Here is my diy coffee hair oil for my beautiful people try it," she wrote in the caption of the uploaded video, as reported by briliobeauty.net from the TikTok account @chefuziskitchen, Friday (27/12).
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Coconut oil, in addition to stimulating hair growth and preventing hair loss, is also effective in treating gray hair. This oil is rich in polyphenols (antioxidants) and vitamin E, which help regenerate hair cells and increase collagen production that supports hair darkness. Fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants in coconut oil can help maintain protein levels in hair and prevent melanin (hair coloring) from fading.
In addition, coffee grounds are also known to have benefits to prevent gray hair from growing back. The antioxidant content in coffee beans functions to fight premature aging of the hair and scalp, and increases the production of melanin which gives color to the hair.
By using hair care products containing coffee regularly, the hair whitening process can be slowed down. The caffeine in coffee is also useful for stimulating the growth of new cells on the scalp, which helps speed up hair growth and prevent more gray hair from appearing.
photo: TikTok/@chefuziskitchen
Both of the ingredients mentioned above can be used as hair oil that is claimed to prevent gray hair from growing back. If used regularly, you will get shiny black hair. Here's how to make it.
Material:
- 5 tablespoons of coffee powder
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
photo: TikTok/@chefuziskitchen
How to make:
1. Mix the ingredients mentioned in a container.
2. Heat both ingredients for 10 minutes using low heat.
3. Stir both until evenly mixed and the color changes to brown.
4. Turn off the stove and let it cool down.
5. Strain the coconut oil and coffee solution into a storage jar (You can use the remaining coffee grounds as a body scrub)
6. Apply your homemade hair oil to your hair thoroughly, especially the scalp and hair roots.
7. Massage gently until absorbed.
8. Roll up your hair and cover it with a shower cap , then leave it for 2 hours or overnight.
7. Rinse hair using shampoo and conditioner.
8. Use this hair oil regularly 2-3 times a week for maximum results.
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