Growing your hair can take forever but with the right treatment, progress and motivation aren’t far behind. Onions, normally seen as a humble kitchen staple, may have uses other than simply adding flavor to our food.
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It might sound surprising, but onion juice is also a home remedy for hair loss. To extract onion juice, use a squeeze to extract its juice. For application to your hair, you will need:
- 1 tbsp Onion Juice
- Cotton Pad
Prep Time
2 minutes
Treatment Time
15 minutes – 1 hour
Method
- Saturate a cotton pad with the onion juice.
- Use the saturated cotton pad to dab your scalp with the onion juice.
- Once your entire scalp is covered, massage your scalp for a couple of minutes.
- Leave the juice on for about 15 minutes to an hour.
- Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
To give your onion water a better boost, you can make additions such as:
CASTOR OIL AND ONION JUICE
Castor oil is one of the most popular remedies for boosting hair growth. Animal studies have shown that it helps thicken your hair and maintains hair health. Many people find this effective and use castor oil and onion juice for hair fall and to promote hair volume.
You’ll need
- 2 tbsp Castor Oil
- 2 tbsp Onion Juice
Prep Time
2 minutes
Treatment Time
1 hour
Method
- Mix the castor oil and onion juice until you get a well-combined mixture.
- Apply this mixture onto your scalp and gently massage your scalp in circular motions.
- Leave the oil on for about an hour.
- Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
EGG AND ONION JUICE
This onion juice hair mask consists of the nutritional value of eggs and the growth-boosting properties of onion juice. The high protein content of the eggs helps nourish your hair and keep it healthy while the onion juice stimulates your scalp to promote hair growth. The essential oil in the mix helps control the smell.
You Will Need
- 1 tbsp Onion Juice
- 1 Whole Egg
- 2-3 drops of Rosemary/Lavender Essential Oil
- Shower Cap
Prep Time
2 minutes
Treatment Time
20-30 minutes
Method
- Whisk the onion juice with the egg to get a smooth mixture.
- Apply this mixture onto your scalp and work it down through the length of your hair.
- Once your hair and scalp are entirely covered in the mixture, wear a shower cap to avoid making a mess.
- Wait for about 20-30 minutes.
- Wash your hair with cool water and a mild sulfate-free shampoo. Cool water will prevent the egg from “cooking” in your hair while also controlling the smell.
POTATO AND ONION JUICE
Potato juice is another ingredient which is well known for its growth-boosting properties. It gives hair nutrition as it is an abundant source of nutrients such as vitamins B and C, and the minerals iron, zinc, and niacin. These good hair vitamins and minerals help nourish your follicles, ensuring that your hair grows out healthily.
You Will Need
- 2 tbsp Potato Juice
- 1 tbsp Onion Juice
Prep Time
2 minutes
Treatment Time
10 minutes
Method
- Combine the ingredients until you get a smooth mixture.
- Apply this mixture onto your scalp and gently massage your scalp in circular motions.
- Massage your scalp for about 10 minutes.
- Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
