Try triphala churna to prevent premature greying of hair

Applying triphala powder mixed with coconut or almond oil helps in improving hair growth and also prevents grey hair.

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Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated : February 15, 2016 10:06 AM IST

Rather than finding ways to deal with grey hair or trying to mask it with henna or colour, go natural! Although it is quite common in elderly, greying of hair is increasingly seen in young kids and adults below 30 years of age. So before it's too late and you opt for permanent hair colouring solutions to fight premature greying of hair, try triphala churna.

How does it help?

Triphala is an Ayurvedic herb that comprises of three common herbs namely harad, amla and behada. Loaded with vitamin C, this churna acts as a powerful antioxidant which helps in flushing out the free radicals and thereby hindering with the hair growth. One of the key reason for greying of hair is deficiency of minerals and hormonal problems. This churna has minerals like iron and potassium that not only aids in promoting hair growth but also helps in preventing hair fall and premature greying of hair. Moreover, triphala churna detoxifies the body and increases blood flow to the head and root of the hair follicle, preventing hair fall [1]. Read about more home remedies to prevent premature greying of hair.

How to use it?

  1. Add one teaspoon of triphala powder to a tablespoon of oil (coconut or almond oil) and allow it to boil for two-three minutes, ensuring that the powder is properly mixed.
  2. After three minutes of boiling, keep it aside and let the oil cool down a little.
  3. Now apply the warm oil to the scalp and massage the head.

Do this at least twice a week to prevent premature greying of hair. Moreover, this churna also helps to get rid of dandruff, itching and treating alopecia [2]. Here are 6 common myths about grey hair BUSTED!

References

  1. Dweck, A. C. (2002). Natural ingredients for colouring and styling. International journal of cosmetic science, 24(5), 287-302.
  2. Gaud K. Sharangadhara - samhita - Sharangadharacharya virachita (14th Cen. A.D.) Lucknow: Tejjkumar; 1967. p. 419. Chapter 2(9):161,162.

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