1. A wide-toothed comb should ideally be
used to gently detangle hair and then the regular fine-toothed comb may
be used to style the hair as per one’s need. This will reduce the risk
of hair breakage and hair fall while combing.
2. It is best not to
comb the hair while it is wet as this leads to greater chances of hair
breakage and fall. Let it be dry or semi-dry before combing.
3. Do
not rub your hair vigorously with towel. This will only lead to
unwanted hair breakage. Use the towel instead to gently soak out excess
moisture.
4. Clean your combs every week. If you look closely, you
will see that combs become dirty over time; so they need to be cleaned
with a brush, soap and water as using a dirty comb continuously can lead
to hair fall as well. You can do this easily while taking a bath or
shampooing each week. This is a necessary precaution to take for hair
fall control.
5. Hot oil treatments is one of the best answers to address the problem of hair fall!
The tradition of oiling the hair to enhance and retain its natural beauty hails from ancient India.
Instead of opting for an expensive parlor treatment, it is best to use
natural products that are safe, produce no side effects and are also
effective.
Natural
oils such as coconut, olive, canola, jojoba, sesame etc. can be used to
massage the scalp for countering hair fall and encouraging new hair
growth. You have to warm the oil of your choice by heating it; ensure
that it’s not too hot but bearable, gently massage your scalp using your
fingers or even a cotton ball may be used. Next, wear a shower cap,
leaving it on for about 1 hour and rinse off using a mild shampoo.
As
we know, hair fall problems can be related to the scalp – issues such
as dandruff, dryness and flakiness etc. With a natural hot oil treatment
twice every week, the blood circulation in the scalp area can be
stimulated causing the hair follicles to stay active. Hair loss can be
countered through deep conditioning and eliminating these scalp issues,
and at the same time your hair receives the much-needed nourishment and
care which will help in strengthening and making it beautiful.
6.
Try to switch to shampoos that are sulfate, silicone and paraben-free to
avoid loading the scalp and hair with harsh chemicals that damage hair,
making it brittle and more prone to breakage. Controlling chemical
damage is certainly a sure shot way to ensure hair loss prevention.
Few such products are available from brands like The Body Shop, Soul Tree, Rustic Art, Organic Surge; The Nature’s Co. etc
7.
Wash your hair at least every 3 days with a gentle hair cleanser or
shampoo to remove all accumulated dust, dirt, oil and bacterial build
up. Keep it clean at all times to avoid hair fall due to unclean scalp
and infections. This is a necessary step to follow as an answer to how
to prevent hair fall.
Other Simple Tips To Control Hair Fall:
If you have been wondering what more you can do in your quest on how to control hair fall, here are few more suggestions.
8. Do not subject your hair to frequent chemical treatments, excessive blow drying, ironing and coloring as these can
lead to hair loss.
9.
Hair styles such as wearing tight ponytails, pigtails or braids on a
daily basis, using elastics and rubber bands to pull back hair tightly
can cause hair fall.
10. You can drink natural juices to counter
hair fall. An ingredient from our kitchen can effectively help to tackle
hair fall problems – it is the good old onion.
11.
Eat healthy to minimize and prevent hair fall. Give importance to a
balanced diet to counter hair loss as this is one of the best ways to
prevent hair fall. Nutritional deficiencies in the body are a major
cause of hair loss.
Iron-rich
foods that are rich in zinc, Vitamins A, B complex, Vitamin C, Vitamin
E, omega-3 fatty acids and proteins should be consumed to overcome these
deficiencies, add moisture to your hair, leading to a healthier scalp,
lesser hair fall and fewer split ends and at the same time for getting
thick, stronger hair that shines with good health. This is a long term
and effective way to cure hair fall.
Consider
adding more of these to your diet – carrots, oats, whole grains, brown
rice, green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, lentils, sweet potatoes,
pumpkin seeds, oysters, nuts such as walnuts and almonds, flaxseed oil
(Linseed oil) or grounded flaxseeds, fish such as salmon and tuna that
are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids; eggs, beans, yogurt, low-fat cheese.
Do not forget to drink plenty of water throughout the day to flush out all harmful toxins from your body.
Home DIY For Hair Fall Problem:
Homemade
hair masks are an inexpensive and a very useful option when the
question is how to control hair fall without exposing your hair to any
kind of harmful chemicals. They help to easily strengthen, nourish and
beautify your hair with suggested use.
12. This DIY homemade hair mask is great for combating thinning hair and hair fall problems.
Ingredients Required:
- Freshly prepared strong green tea (good quality)
- 1 egg yolk
How to Prepare:
- Take 1 egg yolk in a clean bowl; add 2 tablespoons of freshly prepared green tea to it.
- Green tea will be hot; so be careful.
- Mix
nicely till such a frothy and creamy consistency is acquired as seen in
the image. If it becomes thicker, you can add more green tea to dilute
it.
How to Apply:
Part
your hair from the center and apply this hair mask. Wear a shower cap;
leave this on for about 30 minutes to allow it to complete its course of
action. Rinse well followed by shampoo and conditioner as usual.
Why is this Useful?
The
increasingly popular drink, Green tea is loaded with antioxidants which
help in preventing hair fall and boost hair growth. Eggs have been used
for hundreds of years to achieve strong and beautiful hair. Being
packed with protein, essential vitamins and nutrients, egg yolk is an
excellent ingredient for prevention of hair fall and also for boosting
hair growth.
- Use this hair mask at least thrice weekly to get rid of brittle hair, dry and damaged hair and hair fall problems.
13. Simple and easy DIY for arresting hair fall and inducing new hair growth:
Ingredients Required:
- Almond Oil – 40 ml
- Coconut Oil – 40 ml
- Castor Oil – 10 ml
- Aroma Magic Stimulate Oil – 5 ml
- Aroma Magic Lavender Oil – 5ml
- Vitamin E capsules – 3 capsules
This
is for a 100 ml mixture. Also required is an empty bottle for storing
it and a measuring cap to take the required quantities.
You can use any one of the following brands:
Divya Badam
Rogan Almond Oil (from Baba Ramdev’s Patanjali),Patanjali Tejus 100%
Pure Coconut Oil, Castor oil from a local brand, Evion Capsules (Vitamin
E) and the two oils mentioned from Aroma Magic.
How to Prepare:
- Mix the above-mentioned quantities of Almond, Coconut and Castor oil.
- Now add 5ml each of Stimulate Oil and Lavender Oil.
- Slit open and squeeze 3 Vitamin E capsules into the mixture.
- Shake the mixture well and store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
How to Apply:
- Massage on the entire scalp and hair for about 10 minutes on alternate days.
- Leave overnight and wash off with shampoo.
Use this remedy for hair fall with patience and I am sure you will see the results very soon.
Treatments to Stop Hair Fall:
14. Hair Spa:
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This is one of the most commonly used
treatments for hair loss. Not only is this a relaxing experience, but hair spa treatment also has a lot of benefits as listed below:
- It is meant to deep condition the hair, treat split ends and repair dry, damaged and dull hair as well as remove dandruff which is another cause of hair fall.
- It
provides essential nourishment to the hair roots; fortifies the hair
follicles and revitalizes the scalp, thus making a way for newer hair
growth and countering hair fall.
- It prevents scalp ageing and
stimulates blood circulation in the scalp area through the massage,
helps in maintaining clean scalp and hair, thus leading to healthier
hair and reduced to no hair fall.
- It also brings a welcome relief from stress and tension.
Many
beauty parlors and hair salons offer hair spa therapy and it is
wonderful to indulge yourself in this treatment once or twice a month to
combat hair fall and get bouncy, smooth and beautiful hair. Charges
will of course vary from one parlor to the other.
15. Minoxidil (Rogaine):
This
is one of the most effective, FDA-approved and commonly prescribed
medications from doctors worldwide for arresting hair fall and treating
alopecia-related problems.
16. Laser therapy:
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A
non-surgical treatment, Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a medical
treatment meant to effectively deal with hair loss or thinning hair and
stimulate new hair growth.
Best Anti Hair Fall Products:
Here’s a look at some of the best anti hair fall products available in the Indian market:
17. Trichup Hair Fall Control Oil:
A
popular and commonly used anti-hair fall product, this is known to
arrest hair fall, strengthen and nourish the hair roots and encourage
new hair growth. It also protects the hair from environmental factors
and chemical-induced damage, improves the hair texture and repairs hair,
making it strong and bouncy.
Directions for Use:
- Cleanse off the hair with Trichup Hair Fall Control Shampoo.
- After thorough drying, gently massage this oil on the scalp using your finger tips until it gets absorbed in skin.
- Keep overnight for better results.
- Repeat 2 – 3 times a week for minimum of 4-6 weeks.
18. Dove Hair Fall Rescue Treatment:
This
is a recent launch from Dove. The Dove Hair Fall Rescue Treatment
contains patented Trichozole active with Ginseng and Soy Protein to help
combat hair fall in only 2 weeks.
It has the following benefits for the hair:
- Strengthens and nourishes each hair strand from the root, reducing damage
- Locks hair firmly in its place, giving freedom from hair fall
Directions for Use:
- Wash hair as usual and towel dry.
- Break open the flat nozzle cap and apply lotion directly on clean scalp.
- Make series of partings and apply lotion evenly to the scalp.
- Massage lotion for 2-3 minutes to let it penetrate into the roots of your hair.
- Use
entire content of one vial at each application and leave it until next
wash. Style as usual (must be left on for at least for 8 hours).
- For best results, apply on clean scalp soon after towel dry & use every two days.
19. Parachute Advansed Scalp Therapie:
Formulated
with Active Protein Complex and tested by dermatologists, this
penetrates into the roots of the hair, provides essential nourishment to
the hair follicles, replenishes hair, heals damage and controls hair
fall. Here is a detailed review of Parachute Advansed Scalp Therapie.
Directions for Use:
- Pour 5-6 ml of Parachute Advansed Scalp Therapie into your palm. For longer hair, you may use 8-10 ml.
- Gently massage it onto your scalp for about 4-5 minutes.
- Leave it onto your scalp overnight or at least 8 hours
- Parachute Advansed Scalp Therapie should be used at least 3 times a week, and for best results should be used daily.
20. TRESemmé Hair Fall Defense Shampoo:
Reasonably
priced, this shampoo from TRESemmé has gained a lot of attention as it
has been found to be useful against hair fall. It is gentle enough for
daily use; it strengthens and restores health to damaged hair and
prevents hair fall caused from breakage, thus giving smoother hair. Here is a detailed review of Tresemme Hair Fall Defense Shampoo.
Directions for Use:
- Apply to wet hair, gently massage and work into lather.
- Rinse thoroughly.
- Use with TRESemme Hair Fall Defense Conditioner.
- For optimum results, use the TRESemmé Hair Fall Defense range. Style using your favourite TRESemmé styling products
21. TVAM Henna Anti-hair Fall Hair Oil:
Enriched
with the goodness of natural ingredients such as Henna, Brahmi, Baheda,
Fenugreek, Jojoba Oil, Amla, Bhringaraj, Olive Oil, Wheat Germ Oil,
Sesame Oil, this nourishing hair oil helps to fight and prevent hair
fall.
It
encourages new hair growth by stimulating the follicles of the hair,
strengthens hair, and reduces thinning of the hair and baldness with
regular use.It, however, is expensive for the quantity you get in one
bottle.
Directions for Use:
- Massage oil gently onto the scalp.
- Leave it overnight or at least for an hour before wash.
