Growing long hair takes a lot of time and patience. Hair procedures involving trimming, shampooing, conditioning, moisturising and others must be adhered to. With the use of growth stimulating ingredients like onion juice, long hair does not have be a slow and painful process.
Onion juice improves hair growth by boosting the level of an antioxidant enzyme catalase. This enzyme helps decompose hydrogen peroxide, optimizing the hair growth cycle. It also helps nourish your hair follicles with its rich content of sulfur. Sulfur, which is essential for the regeneration of your hair follicles, minimises hair thinning and breakage.
The antioxidants of onion juice help reverse premature graying and delayed graying. Onion also has rich antibacterial properties that keep your scalp healthy and free of infection, promoting hair growth. Lastly, onion juice stimulates your scalp and improves the circulation of blood, which nourishes the hair follicles. Here are 5 Onion juice DIY remedies for hair growth:
1.Only onion juice
Saturate a cotton pad with the onion juice. Use the saturated cotton pad to dab your scalp with the onion juice. Once your entire scalp is covered, massage your scalp for a couple of minutes. Leave the juice on for about 15 minutes to an hour. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
2.Coconut oil and onion juice
Combine onion juice, coconut oil and tea tree oil into a paste. Apply this onion and oil mixture onto your scalp and massage for a couple of minutes. Once your entire scalp is covered, leave the mixture on for about 30 minutes. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
3. Castor oil and Onion juice
Mix the castor oil and onion juice until you get a smooth mixture. Apply this mixture onto your scalp and gently massage your scalp in circular motions. Leave the oil on for about an hour. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
4. Egg and onion juice
Whisk the onion juice with the egg to get a smooth mixture. Apply this mixture onto your scalp and apply through the length of your hair. Once your hair and scalp are entirely covered in the mixture, wear a shower cap. Wait for about 20-30 minutes. Wash your hair with cool water and a mild sulfate-free shampoo. Cool water prevents the egg from “cooking” in your hair and controlling the smell.
5. Ginger and Onion juice
Combine the ginger and onion juice. Apply this mixture onto your scalp and gently massage your scalp in circular motions. Leave the oil on for about half an hour. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.