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Ayurvedic hair conditioners are various Ayurvedic herbs and oils used for strengthening, nourishing, and conditioning the hair. The Ayurvedic system of medicine mentions many herbs and oils which are considered good for hair conditioning.
Classical Ayurvedic texts mention how certain hair oils help in making hair shinier, stronger, and healthier. The classic Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia textDravyaguna Vijnana mentionskeshya dravyawhichroughly translating to ‘substances that are good for hair’.
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Keshyameans hair anddravya means substances. The following are consideredKesha Dravya:
All these substances are used for making various Ayurvedic hair oils. Some of the most popular Ayurvedic hair oils made from these ingredients includebhringraj oil, coconut oil,neeli bhringraj oil, andtila taila or sesame seed oil.
Once you know which Ayurvedic hair oil is best suited to your hair type, you can go ahead and start using it.Gently massage it into your hair and scalp.You can use it either before bed and wash your hair in the morning or you can use it an hour before washing your hair.
If you have excessively dry and frizzy hair, avoid using too much hair oil. Use only small amounts because excessive oil can make the hair sticky and can attract more dust particles.
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This is one of the most common ways for deep conditioning the hair. This is how to usehenna.
You can usehenna once a month to condition your hair. Be careful while applyingHennato your hair as it leaves an orange-red or light brown color.Make sure you don’t get it on your forehead or face accidentally as it can cause discoloration to the skin and may take a while to fade away.
Do not apply henna toyour hair if you are allergic to it or its ingredients.
Many people in India use yogurt for conditioning the hair. It is especially popular with Indian women.Here’s how to use it.
You can use yogurt for conditioning your hair once or twice a week. You can also add one teaspoon of lemon juice to the yogurt before application. Lemon juice helps with scalp conditioning and moisturizing.
Take one aloe vera leaf and cut it from the sides to extract aloe vera gel.Mix this gel thoroughly until a smooth paste is formed.
Dry your hair after washing and then apply evenly from roots to tips.Let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes. Then rinse your hair with lukewarm water.
You can use aloe vera to condition your hair every 7 to 10 days. You can add one teaspoon of lemon juice to the gel if you wish.
Eggs are one of the most common ways of conditioning the hair naturally. Here’s how to use eggs for conditioning the hair.
Let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse it off with a mild herbal shampoo.
You can use eggs every 7 to 10 days for hair conditioning.
Hibiscus is also known as Chinese hibiscus, China rose, rose mallow, shoe black plant or Hawaiian hibiscus.
In the classical Ayurvedic textDravyaguna Vijnana, thekeshya (hair improving) properties of hibiscus have been mentioned.5
Here’s how to use hibiscus in your hair.
Alternatively, you may try this preparation.
You can use hibiscus for hair conditioning every 7 to 10 days.
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You should always consult your Ayurvedic practitioner before using Ayurvedic hair oil and other Ayurvedic hair conditioners. Your Ayurvedic practitioner will help you select the right hair oil or Ayurvedic hair conditioner for your prakritior body constitution.
If you do not know yourprakriti, your Ayurvedic physician may be able to help. Alternatively, you can take this free quiz to discover yourprakriti or Ayurvedic constitution.
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