11 Home Remedies To Prevent Hair Loss

Did you know that it is normal to lose between 100 and 200 hairs a day? In case the figure is higher, you can opt for some natural remedies that will allow you to strengthen your hair.

Hair loss is one of the most common concerns in the population. And despite what is believed, it is not always a symptom of illness. And it should be noted that hair loss is not the same as alopecia, the latter becomes a problem that affects, above all, men when they reach adulthood.

Now, there is a normal daily hair loss. This means that it is normal for between 100 and 200 hairs to fall out every day, as this is part of cell regeneration. Thus, it is understood that the hair is usually renewed in its entirety every 6 months.

When autumn arrives in the northern hemisphere, it is normal that, on a daily basis, hair loss is a little greater. For this reason, many people are looking to take care of their hair even more during this season. Now, what is really convenient is to nourish and strengthen the hair throughout the year, to promote its growth.

Factors that affect hair loss

There are several factors that can significantly affect hair loss. This includes lifestyle habits (such as eating), rest, stress management, among others.

A diet that is poor in nutrients will not benefit the body at all, thus causing weakness in the nails, hair, etc. Hence the importance of leading a healthy and consistent lifestyle, in every sense.

Now, the way you care for your hair is also important. In general, hair that is frequently subjected to the heat of the dryer or the iron, discoloration or dyeing, and even inappropriate daily care products (shampoos, gels, fixatives, etc.), will be more abused and, therefore , they will tend to fall further.

On the other hand, family inheritance and  hormonal changes can influence hair loss, therefore, when a woman gives birth or is in the menopausal stage, she may experience greater hair loss than at other times.

Other reasons why hair can fall are: the intake of certain medications, thyroid conditions, anemia, among other diseases.

Home remedies to prevent hair loss

1. Aloe vera

• The application is very simple, you just have to cut, horizontally, a leaf of aloe vera and gently rub the crystal just over the birth of the strands.
• Let the aloe vera crystal dry on your hair and then rinse with plenty of water. 

• Repeat this procedure daily for good results.

2. Green tea

This drink not only serves to purify the body. Green tea provides a large amount of antioxidants that can help both the growth and the strengthening of the hair, thus preventing it from falling excessively.

• The application is very simple: once you make a cup of tea, let it cool.
• When showering or bathing, pour the tea over your hair, as a tonic.
• Repeat the application 2 times a week for good results.

3. Almond oil

Almonds are a great source of nutrients for hair. Therefore, just placing a few drops of the essential oil in the palm of your hand and making circular massages on the scalp will be enough to stimulate hair growth. There is no need to rinse the hair after applying it.

4. Rosemary oil

Another essential oil that nourishes and strengthens hair is rosemary. As in the previous case, the oil is applied with a massage on the scalp. In this way,  the movement stimulates blood circulation and allows the hair follicles to strengthen. You can also add this essence to the shampoo that you use regularly.

5. Green cabbage

A diet that includes cabbage can often also help strengthen hair. On the other hand, it can also be used as a mask for hair loss.

You just need to take half a raw cabbage, chop it and soak it for at least an hour. Once this time has elapsed, it is processed with the help of a hand mixer and a little water, to turn it into a kind of paste, which will be applied to the hair as a cream bath.

6. Egg white

If your hair falls out a lot, beat four whites and rub them into your scalp in circular motions. Leave on for half an hour and rinse. Finally, wash as usual. The albumin in the egg will act to strengthen the hair follicles and weak strands.

7. Nettle

Nettle leaves are very effective in preventing hair loss. The lotion of this plant is obtained in the naturopathic houses or homeopathy and botanical pharmacies. You must apply it to the scalp before going to bed with circular massages. Leave it on overnight and rinse off in the morning.

8. Onion juice

Onion is used as a remedy for wounds and for any skin problem, so it can help us if we suffer hair loss due to a skin condition. This vegetable also  contains a lot of sulfur, which improves blood circulation in the hair follicles.

• Once you extract the juice from the onion, apply it on the head and leave it to act for about 30 minutes.
• Then wash the hair as usual.
• Repeat the treatment twice a week for at least three months.

9. Beetroot

Beets have many vitamins and minerals, which strengthen hair and prevent it from falling out.

• You can cut a beet root in half and rub it into the scalp. Don’t worry, the purple color will go away when you rinse half an hour later.
• Repeat 3 times a week for best results.

10. Garlic

This quintessential home remedy is also effective in treating alopecia.

• The application is similar to that of beets: cut the garlic in half and rub very carefully into the scalp.
• Stop treatment if it burns or your skin turns red.

11. Olive oil

Another natural remedy to nourish and prevent hair loss is olive oil. By applying a few drops to the hair and massaging gently for 15-20 minutes every two days, it will be enough to obtain good results.

Although there are thousands of treatments and products on the market that can be used to prevent or reduce hair loss, we also have at our disposal certain natural recipes that can be prepared, in a very simple way, and that are highly nutritious for the hair. Do not stop taking advantage of them!