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Long, luscious locks are something many strive for. And you’ve likely tried everything under the sun to achieve them. There may be one thing you haven’t considered and that is the power of herbs. Herbs can be used in so much more than cooking. In fact, there are a variety of herbs that promote hair growth. Scroll below to discover 10 hair herbs that’ll give you the strands of your dreams!
1. Aloe Vera
By now, we all are aware of how magical aloe vera is. This plant works wonders to cure any cut, scratch, or burn anywhere on our body. But what you didn’t know is that it also promotes hair growth by increasing blood circulation of the scalp. When your scalp is stimulated, new hair follicles are able to flourish.
2. Horsetail
Horsetail is a common ingredient in a variety of hair products, so using it to promote hair growth is a no-brainer. Its antioxidant properties allow it to strengthen your strands. You can take it as a supplement or find a product that list it as an ingredient. Horsetail can even be consumed as a tea.
3. Hibiscus
Hibiscus is so much more than a gorgeous flower. It contains amino acids and vitamin C, which provides hair with the nutrients it needs to grow long and luscious. You can add some petals to your shampoo or conditioner, or you can great a variety of masks that contain the planet.
4. Green Tea
Green tea offers plenty of benefits, though you may be interested to know some of those benefits can even help your hair. Because it contains antioxidants, it can strengthen your locks. Green tea can be used as a hair rinse to clear your scalp of dandruff, which has been known to impede hair growth.
5. Lavender
We love the smell of lavender, so we were overjoyed when we learned it was another herb that aided hair growth. It’s chock full of antibacterial properties, which helps clear anything on the scalp. When your scalp is clean, your hair is able to flourish. The most common way to use it is in oil form, so stock up now.
6. Ginseng
If you’re already a fan of ginseng tea, you’re about to love this herb even more. There’s a major scientific explanation for this, but we’ll put it in more understandable terms. Essentially, it contains something known as saponins, which encourage hair growth.
7. Rosemary
Rosemary makes a great addition to just about any dish. But did you know it also is amazing for your stands? This herb not only prevents hair loss, but also stops hair from going gray prematurely.
8. Nettle
Nettle, or stinging nettle, stimulates the scalp by promoting blood circulation. When this happens, it allows for new strands to sprout. Plus, this herb is fantastic at stopping hair loss.
9. Peppermint
When used as an oil, peppermint works to strengthen the hair follicles at the top of the head, thus promoting hair growth. To reap all its rewards, dilute it and rub the oil on your scalp and strands.
10. Gotu Kola
This is likely an herb you haven’t heard of, so allow us to enlighten you. Gotu kola is a savior for your strands, because it stimulates hair growth through increasing blood circulation on the scalp. You can use it as a tea, powder, or oil, depending on your preference.
