Hair Loss: 5 Onion Treatments

In summary, hair loss is one of the hair disorders that regularly affect men and women. 

It is normal to lose between 50 to 100 strands of hair a day,  but many are noticing a much larger amount than that.

The bad thing is that it is not always easy to solve the problem and, with time, the hair starts to look weak and with very little volume.

In addition to the aesthetic part, the presence of exaggerated hair loss can indicate a hormonal imbalance,  stress and some nutritional deficiencies.

Fortunately, there are 100% natural treatments whose properties help to strengthen the hair; in order to stop the fall and promote its growth.

Among the options we find several recipes with onion that, due to its content of sulfur compounds, give excellent results.

Below we will share the 5 best recipes so you can try them when you have this condition.

1. Onion and garlic treatment against hair loss

The combination of onion juice with garlic cloves brings us  a complete treatment to strengthen the hair roots. As well as stopping the excessive fall.

Its content of sulfur compounds, added to its vitamins, improves the scalp’s regeneration process, stimulating hair growth.

Ingredients

• 4 raw onions
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 glass of water (100 mL)

Method of preparation

• Peel the onions and garlic, place them in the blender glass and blend them with half a glass of water.
• Make sure you get a smooth juice and, when ready, pass it through a strainer.

• Separate the hair into several strands and rub the juice all over the scalp.
• Leave on for 30 minutes and rinse with your usual shampoo.
• Use at least three times a week.

2. Treatment of onions with oils

This alternative is recommended for those who, in addition to falling, have excessive dryness of the scalp.

Its moisturizing and repairing compounds help regulate the hair’s natural pH  as well as reduce shedding and provide  a strong, shiny appearance.

Ingredients

• 2 raw onions
• 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (30 g)
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil (16 g)

Method of preparation

• Peel the onions and blend them in a blender with coconut oil and olive oil.
• After obtaining a thick paste, separate the hair into several strands and rub all over the root.
• Cover your hair with a cap and leave for 30 to 40 minutes.

• Rinse with your regular shampoo and repeat your application twice a week.

3. Onion and honey treatment

Honey onion treatment is an effective solution to the problems of excessive hair loss in those people with oily scalps.

In addition, honey and onion help to  regulate the natural production of oils in the sebaceous glands,  leaving a cleaner and brighter appearance.

Ingredients

• 2 raw onions
• 3 spoons of bee honey (75 g)

Method of preparation

• Chop the raw onions and blend them in a blender with the bee honey, until you get a juicy paste.

• Rub it all over your scalp and hair.
• Then  cover with a cap for 40 minutes.
• Rinse as usual and use 2-3 times a week.

4. Onion and shampoo treatment

By introducing a few pieces of onion into regular shampoo, it is also possible to achieve interesting effects in controlling hair loss.

The properties of this vegetable are easily absorbed through the scalp,  protecting and strengthening the hair follicles.

Ingredients

• 1 raw onion
• 1 bottle of herbal shampoo

Method of preparation

• Cut the onion into small cubes, then place them in the herbal shampoo bottle.
• Leave it to macerate for a week and start using it on your hair.
• Rub the scalp using the product to facilitate its absorption and promote circulation.
• Then leave for 20 minutes and rinse.

• Therefore, repeat your application twice a week.

5. Onion and rum treatment

In short, the onion rum drink is  a very old remedy for hair loss control.

In addition, both ingredients strengthen hair roots, remove dead cells and boost healthy growth.

Ingredients

• 2 raw onions
• 1 glass of rum (200 ml)

Method of preparation

• First, chop the raw onions and place them in a glass of rum.
• Afterwards, place the product in a cool, dark place and let it concentrate overnight.

• The next day, pass the mixture through a strainer and use the liquid to massage the scalp.
• Afterwards, let it be absorbed for 20 minutes and rinse.
• Finally, use 2-3 times a week.

In this way, onion can be combined with many other ingredients to maximize its benefits on hair.

So, cheer up and include her in your beauty routine. As well as discover that it is a great ally to increase the volume of your hair. 

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