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a) Sitting comfortably grab handfuls of your hair
and gently pull straight out. Do this all over your head twice.
Try to do this each day - before a shower or washing your hair.
b) Reflexology for the head...how can it help? Well,
much in the same way as my previous tip. Scalp stimulation and
the unclogging of hair follicles contributes to both growth and
health of hair. Sitting comfortably, form your hands into loose
fists. Taking the knuckles of your hands, gently tap all over
your head - making sure you get ALL of your head at least twice.
Believe it or not, you'll actually feel a cool/tingling sensation
when you're done. Now, don't hit too hard - that'll just give
you an unattractive and painful lump!
c) My gramma SWORE by this one and I have to admit
that although, even as a Dr. of Reflexology, I have NO idea why
it works, it does work. Try this for getting your hair to grow.
Position the fingernails of each hand towards each other with
hands cupped. BRISKLY buff nails of your hands together (back
and forth) for at least five minutes a day. Now, head reflexes
are at the tips of fingers, and maybe that is why this works
so well. But, for whatever reason, it rocks :)
5) A good shampoo and conditioner - and, if you
do some searches in this site, or go to http://www.natural-Herbs-remedies.com/
and hit 'natural recipes' - you'll find some great natural shampoos,
conditioners and 'problem fixers' that are really inexpensive
to make - many times using things already found in your fridge.
6) Ok, I fibbed - this tip will
cost some money - but nearly everyone recognizes the need for
some Supplements in their daily routine so I figured I'd include
a few that are great for hair.
a) Biotin - Contained naturally in foods such as
cheese, raspberries, eggs, liver, chicken and avocados, most
people get enough Biotin in their regular diets without ever
having to worry about a deficiency. The function of Biotin is
to help the body make use of essential folic acids, pantothenic
acid, protein and vitamin B-12. Although very rare, Biotin deficiency
can cause fatigue, Hair Loss, depression, skin rash and skin
discoloration. I get my Biotin from Hair, Skin and Nails by Rexall
and I love it!
b) Omega-3 Fish Oils - Just as I've recommended
for skin, Fish Oils rock for the hair too. Fish Oil helps maintain
a good luster of the hair. Omega three has hair growing properties
as it provides nourishment to the follicles. It therefore aids
in faster development of hair and preventing Hair Loss. A good
supply of Proteins is also necessary for Hair Growth. Since most
fish varieties are rich in protein, eating fish helps in keeping
healthy hair.
c) Flax Seed Oil - Promote healthy hair and nails.
The abundant Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Flaxseed oil have been shown
to contribute to healthy Hair Growth (in fact, low levels of
these acids may cause dry and lackluster locks). Hair problems
exacerbated by Psoriasis or Eczema of the scalp may respond to
the skin-revitalizing and anti-inflammatory actions of Flaxseed
oil as well. Similarly, the oil's EFAs work to nourish dry or
brittle nails, stopping them from cracking or splitting.
d) A good Multi-Vitamin - this is just a great staple
to include regardless.
7) My final tip? Beer. Good ol' cheapo beer - you
know, like PBR or Busch. As a matter of fact, make it warm, stale
beer! (yes, I'm serious) The Proteins from the malt and Hops
in the beer coat the hair and build it up and help repair damage.
It leaves the hair with wonderful body. After your shampoo, rinse
your hair with a little beer. This can help restore shine. Honestly,
it makes your hair shinier than any fancy-schmancy conditioner
or treatment I've ever found. This is one I'll swear by!
Here's a couple of recipes to
get you started:
Beer Shampoo
* 3/4 cup beer (any cheap brand)
* 1 cup inexpensive shampoo
Boil the beer until it reduces
to 1/4 cup. Cool the beer and add it to the 1 cup of inexpensive
shampoo
Beer Hair Rinse
If you want to do something
nice for your hair, rinse it once a month with flat beer. After
applying the beer, you can rinse the hair with warm water or
not, as you choose. The beer acts as a natural setting lotion,
giving blow-dried hair increased vitality, resilience and hold.
The B Vitamins and natural sugar add body and shine. Don't worry;
the stale beer smell will disappear very quickly.
Super Body Hair Treatment
* 2 tablespoons molasses * 2
tablespoons unflavored gelatine * 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed
milk * 1 tablespoon stale beer
Combine ingredients in a small
bowl. Comb or brush into hair. Cover hair with a plaster shower
cap or wrap with a Sheet of plastic wrap. Cover with a thick
terrycloth towel. Leave the treatment on for 30 minutes, then
rinse in warm water. Shampoo the hair.
That's about it for now - but
I think it's enough to start you on the road to gorgeous, shiny
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