Monday, September 2, 2019

Wonder Herb Bhringraj - How to use bhringraj oil for hair growth?

Bhringraj (Eclipta Prostrata or Eclipta Alba) is a famous herb that has been used throughout India for centuries, for its benefits and usage in hair growth and other body disorders as well.

Bhringraj is a traditional Ayurvedic hair tonic. In Sanskrit Bhringraj means 'King of Hair'. This herb has a long reputation as a hair tonic for dark, healthy hair. Its flowers are classic, dainty and daisy-shaped, so it is also known as 'false daisy'.

Bhringaraj is an annual herb that grows as a week in marshy lands worldwide although it is most commonly found in India, China, Thailand, and Brazil.

In India, False oil is commonly known as Bhringraj oil. It is an Ayurvedic ingredient that is more often used in hair growth treatments. It does work wonder in curbing hair fall while stimulating hair growth and thickening hair.

bhringraj, eclipta alba

BENEFITS OF BHRINGRAJ OIL FOR HAIR GROWTH

Promotes Hair Growth

Bhringraj oil can increase the blood flow in your head. The oil is known to increase vasodilation, meaning widening of the blood vessels that improves blood flow to the roots. Massaging scalp with Bhringraj oil will facilitate the visible growth of hair.

Prevents Hair Fall

Most of us should be aware of the fact that stress is one of the biggest reason behind hair fall. Bhringraj oil is a natural therapy for preventing hair fall with a soothing fragrance. Massaging your scalp and hair with Bhringraj oil relaxes the mind and prevents hair fall due to stress.Another reason for hair fall is lack of nutrition in hair. Bhringraj oil is rich in nutrients that fulfill the deficiency of minerals that lead to uncontrollable hair loss therefore promoting hair growth.

Treats Dandruff And Dry Scalp

Bhringraj oil has a high specific gravity which makes it dense. For this simple reason, it can penetrate deeply into the scalp and helps in treating dryness of the scalp. Bhringraj oil can be warmed and applied to hair, helps in activating sebaceous glands and treats dandruff. It also provides relief from the itchiness and greasiness caused by dandruff.

Treats Baldness

In Ayurveda, Regular massage with Bhringraj oil considered to be improving blood circulation at the root of the hair, allowing more nutrients present in the oil to support hair growth, strengthen the hair follicles and prevent baldness. These nutrients present in the oil help in facilitating the health of the overall hair and scalp.

Prevents Graying Of Hair

Bhringraj oil also helps in maintaining the natural color of your hair. When combined Bhringraj oil with other few herbs including Indigo, Balloon Vine and Amla, works wonderfully as a treatment to convert gray hair into black hair as well as prevent graying of hair in future.

Adds Shine

The secret to Indian's lush, glossy hair is a traditional Ayurvedic recipe that prepares some potent herbs and Bhrinraj is one of them when Amla extracted into pure Sesame oil, added in it. This recipe works as a natural conditioner to nourish hair.

HOW TO USE BHRINGRAJ OIL FOR HAIR GROWTH

You can make Bhringraj powder on your own. You just need to sun dry ground Bhringraj leaves for two to three days and then immerses the dried grounds in a jar and mix with some essential oils or you can get organic Bhringraj oil available in the market directly and follow the below procedures for hair growth.

1. Amla And Bhringraj Oil

Method:-

  • Take 1 tablespoon of amla powder and 2 tbsp of Bhringraj oil in a pan and heat it until the oils start to change the color.
  • Once the color of the mixture turns to dark brown, turn off the heat.
  • Keep aside to let it cool.
  • Strain the oil and collect in a glass bowl.
  • Apply this oil directly onto your scalp.
  • Massage gently with your fingers in a circular motion for about 15minutes.
  • Leave the oil for atleast 30 minutes.
  • Wash with herbal shampoo.
  • You can repeat this process two or three times every week.

2. Castor Oil And Bhringraj Oil

Method:-

  • Combine 1 tablespoon of castor and 1 tablespoon of Bhringraj oil.
  • Heat this combination of oil for about 20 seconds.
  • Apply this oil onto your scalp with the help of your fingertips.
  • Massage it gently in a circular motion for 15minutes.
  • Leave the oil for half an hour.
  • Wash with a herbal shampoo.
  • You can apply this twice or thrice a week.

3. Coconut Oil And Bhringraj Oil

Method:-

  • Take one tablespoon of Bhringraj oil and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan.
  • Heat this blend for about 20 to 25 seconds until it is warm.
  • Apply this blend of oils onto your scalp with the help of your fingertips as well as cotton ball.
  • Massage gently for good 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Leave it for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Rinse it well with herbal shampoo.
  • Apply this blend of oil twice or thrice a week.

4. Shikakai And Bhringraj

Method:-

  • Mix 1 tablespoon of shikakai powder in 2 tablespoon of Bhringraj oil in a pan
  • Heat it until the oil starts to change the color to dark brown.
  • Let the oil cool
  • Once it is cool, strain the oil in a glass bowl.
  • Now apply this oil in your scalp.
  • Massage gently in a circular motion for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Leave it for an additional 30minutes.
  • Wash with herbal shampoo.
  • You can repeat this massage twice or thrice a week.

5. Feenugreek Seeds And Bhringraj Oil

Method:-

  • Take 2 tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in 2 tablespoon of Bhringraj oil in a pan.
  • Boil it until the seeds turn reddish.
  • Let the oil cool down.
  • Strain the oil in a glass bowl.
  • Massage the oil on your scalp and hair.
  • Keep the oil for 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Wash with herbal shampoo.

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