acharya on February 10th, 2009

Hair-loss although seems like a common problem, the reasons behind the problem could be plenty. Anything from hormonal changes to too much tugging at hair, lack of mineral or vitamins, lack of sleep could all lead to hair-loss.
Although people consider medication or hair transplant as an immediate solution to the problem, it is a fact [...]

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acharya on November 9th, 2008

Until a few years back, when the market shelves were not packed with fancy haircare products, the fragrance of the black concoction obtained when reetha (soapnut), soaked overnight, is blended with shikakai powder, filled most Indian homes.
Both reetha and shikakai have been an integral part of due to their diverse benefits. The reetha tree, found [...]

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acharya on March 30th, 2008

Hair restoration is now a necessity. Earlier, there was hardly any option for hair restoration, except surgery alone. But with more awareness, medical advancement, and inclination towards natural procedures, people now prefer to solve their hair loss problems without surgery. Moreover it is important to realize that most hair restoration products available in the market [...]

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Natural make-up products are any day, a safer, healthier alternative, than their synthetic counterparts. Chemicals made their entry into the make-up kit just a few generations ago, but, people have been decorating themselves for more than 6000 years now, and most of this history has seen only natural products. Most of these are being used [...]

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acharya on April 17th, 2007

Exposure to excess cosmetics or chemicals, hormonal imbalances, poor diet, stress, anxiety and illness are few common reasons for hair loss.

Massage scalp with warm almond oil or coconut oil regularly for ten minutes.
Neem leaves can be boiled in water, and the strained solution can be used to rinse hair.
A high-protein diet with green leafy vegetables, [...]

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acharya on April 17th, 2007

According to [tag]Ayurvedic[/tag] principle, the condition of one’s hair reflects the constitution of the individual. For instance, an individual with Vata constitution will have coarse, dry and [tag]dark hair[/tag] that are prone to dandruff and split ends, while Pitta constitution individuals have light brown hair that is prone to premature greying, and appears silky, while [...]

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acharya on April 14th, 2007

[tag]Hair loss[/tag] is a common problem these days. Various [tag]herbs[/tag] have proven to be beneficial in treating hair loss. Herbs disinfect the scalp, stimulate hair growth, and [tag]increase blood circulation[/tag], while also being gentle enough on the hair.
Herbs such as Nettles, Aloe, Birch leaves etc., are excellent [tag]skin cleansers[/tag] that stimulate hair growth. Drinking one [...]

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acharya on April 3rd, 2007

As suggested by [tag]Ayurveda[/tag], beautiful healthy hair requires constant care routine, which is very nourishing. Traditional Ayurvedic hair care routine includes a minimum weekly (bi-weekly or thrice a week for extremely dry hair) oil massage for the scalp, using the purest ingredients for nourishing and stimulating the hair follicles.
Genuine Ayurvedic food (shampoo / conditioner) for [...]

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