5 Super Surprising Ingredients That Promote Hair Growth
Many people want strong and healthy hair, especially as they grow older. Interestingly, your hair grows around 0.5 inches (1.25 cm) per month, and 6 inches (15 cm) per year. How fast it grows depends on factors like age, health, genetics and diet. Although you can’t change factors like age and genetics, diet is one thing you have control over. In fact, eating a balanced diet with the right nutrients can help promote hair growth.
Apples
Not only do apples have essential minerals including: magnesium, potassium, copper and calcium—all of which help decrease hair loss. They also contain nutrients that help restore and regenerate new cell turnover and are loaded with antioxidants that help prevent buildup such as procyanidin B-2 which is proven to aid in hair growth.
Grapeseed Oil
Grape seed oil, is made from the seeds of grapes that are thrown away during the process of wine making. They are beneficial because grapes are packed with Vitamin E. Vitamin E helps block the production of DHT, a hormone that causes hair loss. Grape seed oil applied directly to the scalp will also encourage the spread of other natural oils, a process which relaxes hair follicles and encourages overall growth.
Eggs
Full of proteins and minerals, an egg yolk can actually help hair grow back. This is because it contains biotin and B-complex vitamins. You can apply an egg yolk directly to the roots of your hair follicles, massaging it into the scalp for maximum benefits. Aside from actually applying the yolk to your hair, incorporating eggs into your diet can also help with hair growth.
Onions
Onions make the list because they are super rich in chemical sulfur, which has been proven to aid in hair growth. There are also many natural antioxidants found in onions, which works against build-up and bacteria to regenerate hair growth. To reap the full benefits juice 2-3 onions and apply it directly to scalp the before shampooing.
Potatoes
Potatoes contain Vitamin B and C, zinc and iron – all the ingredients that are scientifically proven to encourage hair growth. Like onions, juicing 2-3 potatoes and applying this liquid to your roots can actually aid in the hair growth process. This tasty vegetable can also help to remove the build-up from hair products which helps refresh your hair for growth.
Reference
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11841365
