No one likes hair loss. Would you like a bald head? If you are like most people, you perhaps hate even the thoughts of being bald.
Although rare, for some people baldness is a fashion statement. If you are reading this article, then you are certainly not one of them.
When you begin to notice hair fall you become concerned. But, when you notice receding hairline you start your hunt for the magic oil that can immediately stop your hair loss.
One such home remedy is castor oil which can prevent baldness or at least delay it even if you are genetically predisposed to be bald.
Table of Contents
- What is Baldness?
- How Castor Oil Treats Your Baldness?
- How to Use Castor Oil for Baldness?
- Additional Non Castor Oil Based Baldness Home Remedies
- Other Tips and Precautions
What is Baldness?
Baldness is a condition of partially or wholly lacking hair on the scalp.
Hair loss also known as alopecia affects both men and women. In some cases it causes psychological distress.
Some periodic hail loss is normal as a set of hair completes their life cycle and others begin to regrow to maintain the balance. However, excessive hair fall can lead to baldness.
There are many causes that lead to hair loss. Male pattern and female patterns baldnesses are genetic but there are many other causes of hair fall as under:
- Scalp Infections
- Ringworms on scalp
- Burns
- Injuries
- Hormone Imbalance
- Iron deficiency
- Protein deficiency
- Aging
- Chemotherapy and other medications
- Hair styling and styling products
- Certain illnesses
How Castor Oil Treats Your Baldness?
Castor oil is extracted from the seeds called castor beans of Ricinus communis plant.
The oil extraction goes through the heating process which removes a toxin enzyme called ricin. Oil is safe for medicinal and other uses after removal of ricin.
- Moisturizes hair - The ricinoleic acid (a monounsaturated fatty acid) in castor oil is very good moisturizer. It keeps you scalp and dry hair moisturized to prevent hair loss.
- Lubricates The ricinoleic acid also lubricants the hair shaft to increase its flexibility which prevents breakage.
- Prevents dandruff - It prevents dandruff which is sometimes responsible for hair loss.
- Improves Blood Circulation - Massaging castor oil improves blood circulation.
- Removes Infections - Castor oil is antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory. It kills fungal infections like ringworm which causes extensive hair loss.
- Conditions hair - It conditions hair and prevents thinning and breakage.
With so many benefits on hair and scalp castor oil is one of your best bets to prevent being bald.
How to Use Castor Oil for Baldness?
You can use castor oil alone or with other natural oils to stop hair loss. Castor oil is very thick oil so it is not easy to apply on its own. Mix it with other oil which are also good for hair growth
1. Castor OIl and Coconut OIl
This is one of the easiest and effective combinations for your hair health.
Ingredients:
- Castor Oil
- Coconut oil
Instructions:
- Mix 1 tablespoon of castor oil with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a bowl
- Heat it to make it slightly warm
- Apply on your entire scalp first then
- Apply on all hair strands
- Massage your scalp now
- Leave it overnight
- Wash with mild herbal shampoo in the morning.
- Do it every alternate day.
2. Castor Oil and Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree is an antifungal essential oil. It works well with castor oil to prevent baldness.b
Ingredients:
- Castor Oil
- Coconut Oil
- Tea tree Oil
Instructions:
- Pour 1 tablespoon of castor oil and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a frying pan
- Heat it on a mild flame to make it slightly warm
- Remove the oil mix from the pan and put it in a bowl
- Add 10 drops of tea tree oil and mix well
- Apply on your scalp first on your entire head
- Apply on hair
- Massage your scalp thoroughly for 10 minutes
- Leave it for 30 minute or overnight depending on when you apply it
- Wash your hair with mild shampoo
3. Castor Oil and Rosemary Oil
Rosemary oil is a powerful hair growth agent. It unclogs the pores with its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ingredients:
- Castor Oil
- Coconut oil
- Rosemary Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Mix castor oil and coconut oil in the 1:2 ratio
- Heat it on a low flame to make it slightly warm before application
- Add two drops of rosemary oil for every tablespoon of castor oil coconut oil mix.
- Mix well
- Apply on the scalp first then
- Apply on hair
- Massage your scalp for 5 minutes at least
- Leave it overnight
- Wash it off with mild herbal shampoo in the morning.
- Do it 3 times a week
Additional Non Castor Oil Based Baldness Home Remedies
There are many oils and other natural products that can stop hair fall. Some popular ones are listed below.
Oils to stop hair loss
- Coconut oil
- Olive oil
- Jojoba oil
- Tea tree oil
- Peppermint oil
Other natural remedies for hair fall
- Aloe Vera
- Apple cider vinegar
- Coffee
- Ginger
- Onion juice
- Licorice root
- Egg yolk
Other Tips and Precautions
if you are genetically predisposed to male or female pattern baldness then you can only delay it but otherwise in most cases you can stop and prevent being bald. Take the following precautions.
- Massage your scalp with castor oil or other stated oils daily
- Protect your hair from harsh sun and environmental pollution by wearing a cap
- Wash your hair with mild herbal shampoo and conditioners. Do not use harsh chemical based hair care products.
- Sparingly use hot metal hair straightening
- Be aware that hair dyes can cause hair fall
- Eat nutritious food
- Exercise regularly
- Sleep well
If none of the precautions and remedies stop your hair fall then consult your doctor to rule out any underlying health condition.