Benefits of garlic and mixtures of it for hair care

 Benefits of garlic and mixtures of it for hair care

Garlic is considered a herbaceous plant and one of the herbal plants widely used in the kitchen since ancient times because it adds a strong flavor characteristic to the dish and also it was used in many medical treatments in the past, as garlic contains sulfur compounds, vitamins (C) and (B6), selenium, magnesium, potassium. Calcium and other substances known to help treat various diseases, and its components make it excellent for hair care.

Evidence of the benefit of garlic for hair:

- Many international studies conducted on the garlic herb revealed that applying garlic to the areas where hair loss occurred by 5% led to hair regrowth in those areas, where the sulfur and selenium present in garlic can help in strengthening the structure of the hair shaft and strengthening it. And increase its growth.

Says research conducted on garlic protects keratinocytes from UV rays damage, and shows promising results as an anti-aging substance. Keratinocytes are the skin cells that produce keratin. These cells are found on the outer layer of your skin, including the skin of your scalp and your hair follicles.

It also found anecdotal evidence that participants with alopecia areata, who applied garlic gel to bald patches on their scalp, had improved hair growth.

 

Here are some of the benefits of garlic for hair growth:

1- Garlic has anti-microbial properties that help kill germs and bacteria responsible for causing damage to the scalp, preventing good hair growth.

2- Raw garlic is known to be rich in Vitamin C which is great for promoting hair health. It also boosts collagen production which helps stimulate hair growth.

3- The selenium content in garlic helps boost blood circulation, for maximum nutrition.

4- It also helps cleanse the hair follicles, strengthens them and prevents their loss.

5- Garlic helps calm an itchy scalp, and it may help in the case of dandruff.

Here are some ways to use garlic for hair growth:

1. Garlic and honey for hair growth:

Add the crushed garlic (it is useful to use a blender to mash the garlic) and honey in a bowl and mix them well to form a paste, then apply the paste on your hair and scalp and leave it for 30 minutes or more. Rinse well with running water to remove ingredients and odor.

2. Garlic and coconut oil to combat hair loss

Mix crushed garlic with warm coconut oil, massage the mixture on the scalp and hair, and leave it for 30 minutes before washing it off.

 

3. Soaked garlic oil:

Soaked garlic oil is completely different and very effective from essential oil. You can add garlic in any of the oils, such as olive oil and coconut oil, and leave it overnight and apply it the other day.

4. Garlic and ginger for hair growth:

Mash the garlic and ginger and mix them together until they become a paste, heat the dough over a low heat, and as soon as the dough starts turning brown, turn off the heat. After the dough has cooled, discard the dough and take the remaining liquid from it and massage it on your scalp for 15 minutes. Then cover your hair with it for 30 minutes before washing it.

Note: Using garlic only can be irritating to the skin as it contains irritants. Therefore, it is essential to add something with it to reduce the chances of skin irritation. Also, do not use garlic essential oils directly on your skin and scalp.