Are natural ingredients like fenugreek seeds, onion peel and rice good for hairfall?

We are always looking for effective hairfall solutions with no side effects. That and more is promised in many social media videos and hacks. While some may look promising, how each one’s scalp reacts to the hack might be different. This is why, it is paramount to seek guidance. One such hack that we came across on Instagram from beauty blogger Shalini was to use a hairfall serum made with natural ingredients.

Using fenugreek seeds, rice curry leaves, and onion peel, the blogger prepared the serum. She also mentioned that one must focus on a healthy diet.

How to make the serum

Ingredients

1tsp – Fenugreek seeds, soaked
1tsp – Rice, soaked
1 sprig – Curry leaves
Few onion peels

Method

*Soak fenugreek seeds and rice in water overnight.
*Next morning, boil the soaked mixture along with onion peel and curry leaves.
*Cool and strain the mixture. Transfer it to a glass bottle with a sprayer.

Does onion peel help your hair? (Source: Freepik)

How to use it?

*Store for one week and use it 2 to 3 times a week or you can keep it whole night or 1 hr before hairwash.
*Wash off with mild shampoo.

Does the hack work?

For people who are a fan of DIY home haircare remedies, a combination of methi seeds, onion peels, and rice serves as an excellent and effective option, said Dr Saurabh Shah, dermatologist, cosmetologist, dermatosurgeon and hair transplant surgeon, Bhatia Hospital Mumbai.

“Methi seeds contain alkaloids like – Trigolenine and flavonoids. These have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-carcinogenic properties. It also increases levels of estrogen estradiol which increases hair growth,” said Dr Shah.

Methi can change the story of your hair because it hydrates the scalp, commented Dr Jatin Mittal, cosmetologist, skin expert, and co-founder Abhivrit Aesthetics, New Delhi. “It is also helpful for thickening hair and encouraging healthy hair development, according to several studies. Rich in essential minerals and with potent anti-inflammatory qualities, it helps revitalise harmed hair and infuse life into lifeless locks.”

Onions have high levels of sulfur. “They are believed to increase collagen content of hair thus imparting more thickness and hair root strength. Onions are also known to have beneficial effects on the scalp by moisturising the scalp and reducing dandruff. The application of onion juice maintains the pH of the scalp. The antioxidants in onions are known to counteract the ill effects ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species) on the hair and turn stimulate hair growth, increasing hair volume,” said Dr Shah.

According to Dr Shah, rice kernels and rice water are known to strengthen hair roots. “Additionally, rice is also known to add shine and lustre to hair shafts and prevent hair breakage.”

Dr Mittal said that although there isn’t much we can do about outside influences like the weather and pollution, we can certainly take care of our mane internally to encourage hair development and lessen hair loss. “You can use this all-natural hairfall serum by adding fenugreek, onion peels and rice twice a week to get the full effects. But if the problem persists, I would certainly advise you to see a healthcare provider.”

 

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