subject: Herbal Hair Loss Remedies [print this page] In this article, I will share with you some herbs that can help you to promote hair growth and volume. You will find that after trying out these herbs, you will be able to have a set of thicker and shiny hair on your head once again.
Green tea promotes hair growth by arresting the formation of DHT which is the most common cause of hair loss. It is helpful in treating dandruff which is a very common cause of hair fall. It is a great antioxidant and like any other antioxidant, it is useful for healthy cell generation. And that includes new hair follicles.
He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) - also known as Fo-Ti, this Chinese herb has traditionally been used to reduce hair loss. It is found in many commercial preparations, or in tea and capsule form.
Aloe vera is used to treat skin wounds and heal any skin irritants problems. In addition to that it contains hair nourishing properties and occurring agents that can promote hair follicles regeneration.
This is a famous Chinese herb that has phytoestrogens which is known to minimize the DHT formation. Excessive DHT formation will eventually lead to hair fall or much worse, hair loss. Based on researches done, phytoestrogens can alleviate or even reverse hair fall effects. Dong quai is very much popular with Chinese women because they commonly use it to normalize their menstrual cycle and to relieve their cramps.
Horsetail is a natural treatment for baldness which keeps the follicles healthy and stimulates hair growth. It is available as a supplement. Horsetail oil is also available. Apply the oil directly to the scalp and massage it in to increase circulation.
Horsetail - Massage your scalp with this mixture to help treat hair fall. Combine tinctures of horsetail, rosemary, nettle and birch. This will stimulate hair growth; improve blood circulation and clear itchy scalp.
DHT, or dihydrotestosterone ,is an androgen hormone produced from testosterone. DHT is directly implicated in female pattern baldness because it over-stimulates receptors in hair follicles, causing them to shut down. Hormonal imbalance is caused by birth control pills or other estrogen-based drugs, pregnancy, menopause,or endocrine disease. Natural DHT-blockers include saw palmetto, nettle root, pygeum, pumpkin seed oil and fo-ti. Other herbs for hormonal balance include dong quai, ashwaganda, damiana, black cohosh and sage.
