How to Use Ginger for Your Hair

For hair regrowth: ginger and onion

You need:

• 1 tbsp. coconut oil

• 2 inches ginger root

• 1 onion

Instructions:

• Cut the ginger and onion into small pieces.

• Wash with water and mix them in a blender till you get a paste.

• Add the oil to it and mix with a spoon.

• Apply it on your scalp and let it remain there for at least half an hour.

• Wash with warm water.

• Repeat this process at least 2 times a week. If you want quicker results, up it to 4 times a week.

For split ends: ginger and essential oil

As already mentioned in the introduction, ginger is seriously high anti-oxidants, which is key to use ginger for hair damage repair, as well as for dry hair rescue! So what do you need to do?

Well, you will need:

• 3 inches ginger roots

• 1 tsp. almond, olive or jojoba oil

• 1 tbsp. aloe vera

• 10 drops of essential oil of choice

• Empty spray bottle

Introductions:

• Chop the roots finely, and take out all their juice.

• Add your oil, aloe vera and essential oil to the juice.

• Mix and use a strainer to pour the juice into the empty spray bottle.

• Sprinkle once you’re out of the shower on damp hair.

This will not only act as a mild conditioner and detangler, but will also help repair any damaged hair you may have.

For damage repair: ginger and garlic

Coconut milk and oil work hard to repair damaged hair and bring back its shine, and ginger, due to its rich sulphur content, keeps your scalp free of free radicals and at the same time gives it a plethora of minerals and nutrients to promote hair growth.

You will need:

• 2 tsp. coconut oil

• 2 tbsp. coconut milk

• 5 garlic cloves

• 1 tbsp. grated ginger for hair

Introductions:

• Mix all the above ingredients in a clean bowl, till you have a smooth paste.

• Then apply this mask carefully on your scalp and let it remain there for half an hour to 45 minutes.

• Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and use this mask on your scalp at least 3 times a week.

For dandruff: ginger and lemon

Ginger is a natural antiseptic that kills dandruff causing fungi, and lemon possesses vitamin C and anti-fungal properties. This mixture of ginger and lemon helps restore the pH balance of your scalp.

You will need:

• 2 tbsp. grated ginger

• 1 tsp. lemon juice

• 3 tbsp. sesame or coconut oil

Introductions:

• Mix all the ingredients in a clean bowl till you have a smooth paste.

• Then apply it carefully on your scalp and let it remain there for 30 minutes.

• Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and use this mask on your scalp at least 2 times a week.

For scalp detox: ginger and baking soda

Baking soda exfoliates the dead skin cells from scalp and clear clogged hair follicle. It soothes the itchy scalp and improves oxygen flow to hair roots. Ginger and baking soda both have anti-fungal property which will kill the microbes causing dandruff. Besides, honey will moisturize the scalp.

You will need:

• 2 tbsp. honey

• 1 tsp. baking soda

• 2 tbsp. crushed ginger for hair

Introductions:

• Extract juice from the ginger, and add honey and baking soda to it.

• Mix till it forms a paste, and apply to your scalp.

• Let it remain there for 10-15 minutes, and rinse it with warm water.

• Use this method only once a week, and avoid it if you have dry or sensitive hair or skin.

For hair loss: ginger and Indian gooseberry

Not only does the Indian gooseberry have a high number of antioxidants, its exfoliating properties help in the maintenance of a healthy scalp, which in turn increases hair growth and reduces chances of hair fall. It also gives a fantastic shine to your hair.

You will need equal quantities of ginger and Indian gooseberry juice.

Introduction:

• Simply mix both the extracts and apply on your scalp.

• To make things easier, you can pour the mixture in a spray bottle and spray it over your scalp for a more easy and convenient distribution.

• Let it remain for at least half an hour, and apply this mixture at least thrice a week!