Henna, well known as Mehendi is usually used for decorating hands.It is a symbol of fashion to many women and men.It is a very beneficial herb.
It can do wonders to the hair.When applied to the scalp it not only cleans it but also soothes it.It is a good conditioner for hair.It gives a shine and volume to the hair. It also prevents further damage of hair.With all these properties of henna let's see how it can be incorporate in our hair care regime.
1.Hair Colouring:
Ingredients:
- Henna powder-2 cups
- Amla powder-1/2 cup
- Shikakai powder-2 spoons
- Egg white-1
- Lemon juice-2 spoons
- Tulasi powder-1spoon
- Bhringraj powder-1spoon
Method:
Mix all the powders in the night with tea or coffee decoction. Make sure it stand for at least 6 hours.Apply this to your hair, in the next morning for 45 mins or 1 hour.Cover your hair with a shower cap show that it is well absorbed.
2.As A Conditioner:
Ingredients:
- Henna powder – 2 cups
- Amla powder – 1 cup
- Hibiscus flower powder – 2 tbsp
- Methi powder – 2 tbsp
- Orange peel powder – 1 tbsp
Method:
Mix all the above powders in a bowl with curd. Let it stand for 4 - 6 hours.Apply this all over the head. Cover with a cap for 30 - 45 mins. Then wash and rinse off.
3.For Hair Fall:
Ingredients:
- Amla powder – 1 cup
- Mehendi powder(henna) – 3 spoons
- Fenugreek(Methi) powder – 2 spoons
- Egg white – 1
- Lemon – 1
Method:
Mix all the above and let it stand for 1 hour. Wash and rinse off after 45 mins of application.This pack is to be applied once in a week.You will notice the results within 6 weeks.
4.Dandruff Treatment:
Ingredients:
- Fenugreek seeds (methi seeds) – 1 cup
- Curd – 2 cups
- Mehendi powder – 1 cup
- Lemon – 1
Also read: Mayonnaise for dry hair
Method:
Apply the above mixture to your scalp. Wash off only with water after 1 hour.Shampoo the next day of application of henna pack.For methi powder ,you can grind the seeds raw or after little warming in a wok. For best results use it once in a week.
5.Mehendi Oil:
Ingredients:
Heat gingili oil in a heavy bottomed pan. When heated, add henna powder and let it boil for 5 - 6 minutes. Remove from fire and coo it. Store in dark bottles.Apply this 2- 3 times in a week.You can also use coconut / mustard oil.
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