10 Natural Hair Treatment Tips for Hair Growth

What is hair loss?

Hair loss can be categorized by several symptoms. Male or female pattern baldness, also called androgenic alopecia, is most common among men over 50 and women who already experienced menopause.

Male pattern baldness

For male pattern baldness, causes include:

• genetics
• cancers
• thyroid conditions
• medications
• nutritional disorders
• high levels of sex hormones called androgens
• Female pattern baldness

It’s less likely for women to go completely bald, but it’s common for thinning to occur. Doctors divide female pattern baldness into 3 types:

Type I: This is when a small amount of thinning starts around the hair part.
Type II: This involves widening of the part and increased thinning around it.
Type III: This is thinning throughout, with a see-through at the top of the scalp.

Female pattern baldness can be naturally occurring, related to genetics, a side effect of medication or treatments, or hormone changes caused by pregnancy or menopause.

Women are less likely to experience hair thinning in their 20s and instead may start to see symptoms in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. Although this has changed due to the chemical products in this century. 

Natural hair regrowth treatment options

Treating hair loss or hair thinning can be a challenge, and not all treatments may work for you.

If you are experiencing certain types of pattern baldness or a health condition that can cause hair loss, it may not be possible to regrow your hair. However, there are some natural treatments that some people have found to be effective while trying to regrow hair. Here’s our list of 10 of the best natural hair regrowth treatments.

1. Do Not Massage

Massaging the scalp, which people can combine with hair oils and masks, stimulates the scalp and may improve hair thickness however for those suffering with hair loss, this actually makes it worse. 

When an individual is suffering from hair loss, their hair follicle is very thin and brittle, any rough massaging can cause the hair to break or fall off very easily. This is why if you are using a hair oil and have hair loss, the proper method is to gently get the oil through the hair without any rough massaging or handling. 

For those who are not suffering hair loss, it’s thought that stretching during the massage encourages hair growth and thickness in the dermal papilla cells, which are located in the bottom of the hair follicle. These cells play a key role in the formation of hair, hair growth, and the shedding and regrowth cycle.

A 2019 study showed that scalp massaging improved hair growth, blood flow, and scalp health in people. Taking the time to massage your scalp each day can also help you relieve stress and tension, an added bonus if these emotions are at the root of your hair loss.

Massage your scalp with your fingertips, not your fingernails. Move your way across your scalp in small circles, applying light to medium pressure. While there’s no set amount of time that you have to do a scalp massage, each scalp massage was given daily for 4 minutes for a period of 24 weeks in the 2019 study above.

The bottom line: Be patient and consistent.

2. Aloe vera

Aloe vera has long been used for treating hair loss. It also soothes the scalp and conditions hair. It can reduce dandruff and unblock hair follicles that may be blocked by excess oil.

You can apply pure aloe vera gel to your scalp and hair a few times per week. You can also use shampoo and conditioner that contain aloe vera. Sinha Hair's 9-ingredient herbal mixture includes Aloe Vera, and we use it in all of our products, including our hair oils. 

3. Coconut oil

Coconut oil contains fatty acids, called lauric acid, that penetrate inside the hair shaft and reduce protein loss from hair.

Coconut oil can be used before or after you wash your hair, depending on your hair type. If your hair tends to be oily, you can do a leave-in treatment overnight or for a few hours before you wash it.

Massage coconut oil into your scalp and all of your hair. If your hair is dry, you can also use it as a leave-in treatment. There needs to be more research on coconut oil as a promoter of hair growth, but it’s been shown to lubricate the hair shaft and prevent breakage.

One 2021 study also showed that coconut applied to the scalp helps enrich the scalp’s microbiome, making the scalp and hair follicles healthier. Sinha Hair's products are born from coconut oil as this is main oil we use in Sri Lanka. Till this day, Sri Lankans use it for hair growth, skin care and lifestyle. 

4. Healthy Diet

Studies suggest deficiencies in vitamins B12 and D, biotin, riboflavin, iron, and other nutrients are associated with hair loss.

Eating a balanced diet that is rich in these vitamins and minerals may help promote hair growth, especially if you're experiencing hair loss due to poor nutrition.

Keeping a protein- and vitamin-rich diet is vital in growing out longer and healthier hair. Proteins like eggs, fish, and chicken are noted to contribute to hair regrowth, as well as vitamins A through D. Some types of food that are rich in these vitamins include: Vitamin A: Known to help boost hair growth.

5. Fish oil

Consuming omega fatty acids can help improve your hair from the inside, since they are filled with nutrients and proteins. Taking an omega supplementTrusted Source, along with antioxidants, helps improve hair density and diameter. It also reduces hair loss.

Omega fatty acids help your cells work correctly and can boost immunity, leading to better overall health.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommended dosage and consult your doctor before introducing any new supplements to your diet.

6. Herbal Hair Oil

A 2015 study found that oils can help revive hair with a much-needed moisture boost. Another study from 2021 found that coconut oil strengthens hair fibers.

Especially for hair that's been affected by intense styling and heat damage, hair oiling can fill in some gaps to keep it moisturized and, in turn, silky smooth. For those struggling with hair growth or hair loss, finding a real herbal oil can change your world forever. Check out our hair oils which derive from the Island of Sri lanka.

7. Mental Health

Yes, stress and hair loss can be related. Three types of hair loss can be associated with high stress levels: Telogen effluvium. In telogen effluvium (TEL-o-jun uh-FLOO-vee-um), significant stress pushes large numbers of hair follicles into a resting phase.

If you've lost hair as a result of stress or anxiety, there's every chance it will start to grow back once your stress levels are back to normal. Try working on reducing your stress levels as well as improving your general health and wellbeing. Any hair lost due to stress should grow back on its own in a few months.

8. Rosemary oil

Rosemary is a common essential oil that people use to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss. Rosemary oil has been found to stimulate new hair growth and can even be used to treat androgenetic alopecia.

Mix a few drops of rosemary oil into a carrier oil, like argan oil or jojoba oil, and massage it into your hair and scalp before rinsing. You can do this a few times per week.

You can also add a few drops of rosemary oil into your shampoo and conditioner daily. However, avoid using essential oils directly on the skin, and always mix them in a carrier oil or shampoo. If you don't want to do this yourself, our shampoos and hair oils have rosemary infused using traditional Ayurvedic methods. 

Frequently asked questions about natural hair regrowth

Can I use natural hair regrowth methods with other treatments?

Naturally re-growing your hair often requires a multidirectional approach, which means you may have to combine different approaches for the best results.

If you’re currently under a physician’s care for hair loss, and you want to combine natural methods with your medical treatment, talk with your doctor or hair care expert to make sure there are no concerns or possible contraindications.

What causes hair loss?

Hair loss can have multiple causes. In some cases, there’s a genetic component. Other times, it results from autoimmune disease, high stress levels, recent surgery or illness, hair damage from bleach or dyes, scalp conditions, or vitamin deficiencies.

Hair loss can also develop in response to hormonal imbalances or thyroid conditions. Pulling on your hair and wearing tight hairstyles can also contribute to hair loss over time.

When should I see a doctor?

Most people lose about 50 to 100 strands of hair per day. This may seem like a lot, but it’s insignificant compared with the 100,000 hair follicles you have on your head.

If you’re noticing that you’re losing more hair than average, it’s worth discussing with your doctor, especially if hair loss combines with other symptoms, like fatigue, anxiety, itching, and mood changes.

Takeaway

If you want to improve your hair, come up with a plan and stay consistent. Remember that the treatments may take a few months to yield noticeable results. Be creative with the remedies and mix them up as much as you like.

It’s important that you take time each day to focus on nourishing your hair. Taking this step and practicing self-care are beneficial if your hair loss is related to any emotional or stress-related issues. Do your best to maintain a healthy lifestyle that complements your hair treatment plan.

Talk with your doctor or ayurvedic expert about medications or procedures if these natural methods don’t work for you. We offer free consultations from our Ayurvedic Hair Care Experts, click here to get hair care advice.