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These Are The Natural Alternative Of Shampoo That You Can Find At Home

By on July 16, 2018

Natural Alternative Of Shampoo

Your hair are indeed your asset and it is a time taking process to take care of them so that their health can be retained. There are many chemical shampoos available in the market that claims to take care of your hair’s health but with their regular use, your hair health can be stripped off.

Natural Alternative Of Shampoo

Natural Alternative Of Shampoo

Natural ingredients help in keeping up the health of your hair

It is a good idea to stay away from such chemicals that harm your scalp’s health and your hair in one go. Let’s take a look at some natural alternatives that can easily clean your hair and maintain their good health as well.

1# Reetha

Reetha is very commonly used for restoring the shine and lustre of your hair. It is also used for cleaning up the scalp and treating many fungal infections as well. The shell of reetha is absorbed in the water for few hours and it releases saponins that helps in removing dirt and grime from your scalp. Reetha also promotes hair growth and prevents hair breakage as well.

Reetha also helps in taming the dandruff and dry scalp problems. Take about a dozen of reetha and then add 5 cups of water. Keep it on the medium heat and let it boil for 10-15 minutes. Leave it overnight in a bowl and in the morning crush it gently in the same water to retain saponins.

Strain this liquid and store in a bottle so that you can use it as and when you need it. Massage it well into the roots of your hair and after 20 minutes, wash off your hair with cold water. Your hair will become shiny and softer.

2# Multani Mitti

Multani mitti provides cooling effect to your scalp and keeps hair shiny

This is also a very ancient formula to keep your hair healthy and shiny. It helps in improving the blood circulation and its exfoliating properties helps in taking off dead cells from the scalp. It is anti-fungal in nature and prevents the growth of fungus or bacteria on the scalp. Multani mitti also helps in conditioning your hair and also straightens them out naturally.

Multani mitti provides cooling effect to your scalp and keeps hair shiny

Multani mitti provides cooling effect to your scalp and keeps hair shiny

Soak some multani mitti and reetha powder overnight in a bowl. In the morning, use this mixture on your scalp as a mask and the remaining mixture can be used for rinsing before you wash it off thoroughly with water. There is no need to shampoo your hair after using this mixture.

3# Henna

Henna is another conditioning agent that helps in keeping the hair soft and smooth. It also helps in promoting the growth of the hair. It is also useful in coloring the hair and keeps them shiny and adds volume in lifeless hair. It also eliminates dandruff and keeps scalp healthy and free from other fungal infections. Henna locks in the moisture in the hair and keeps the scalp hydrated and nourished. Take 2-3 tbs of henna in a bowl and add some water to make a fine paste. Leave this mixture overnight and then in the morning apply it on the roots of your hair. Wash off after an hour with normal water and you will admire the softer and smoother appearance of your hair.

4# Aloe Vera

Aloe vera gives a soothing effect to scalp and increases blood circulation

Aloe vera gives a soothing effect on your scalp as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. It cleanses the scalp and keeps it hydrated. Aloe vera balances the pH level in your scalp and increases blood circulation as well. Take some aloe vera gel and gently massage it on your scalp for at least 5-10 minutes.

Aloe vera gives a soothing effect to scalp and increases blood circulation

Aloe vera gives a soothing effect to scalp and increases blood circulation

Wash off with normal water and you will experience healthy hair in few minutes. You can also prepare aloe vera shampoo by mixing 2 tbs of aloe vera gel, 1 tbs of honey and half cup of apple cider vinegar. Mix them well and use it as a shampoo to wash your hair.This not only cleans up your scalp but also keeps hair well conditioned.

5# Coconut Milk

Coconut milk can be used as a natural shampoo for your hair and it provides essential nutrients to your hair as well. You can also use coconut milk along with reetha, honey and almond oil to provide nutrients to your scalp. This does not contain any harsh chemical and it takes care of your hair in a natural way. Massage it well on your scalp and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash off with normal water and you will notice healthy hair with each use of this magic potion.

6# Yogurt

Yogurt repairs the damaged hair and makes them frizz free along with great shine

Yogurt helps in repairing the damaged hair and replenishes dull hair as well. It has anti-fungal properties that treats the dandruff and makes hair shiny and frizz free. It also helps in preventing the hair loss effectively. Take some yogurt, castille soap, 2 tbs of lemon juice and 2 tbsp honey. Melt the castille soap in hot water on a double boiler and then add all these ingredients in the melted soap. Mix hem well and store this mixture in a bottle. Use this mixture as a shampoo to clean up your hair as and when required.

Divya Sharma
Mrs. Divya Sharma is an avid writer with a vast experience of almost 15 years in writing career. She did her MA in English from IGNOU along with Diploma course in Journalism from YMCA, New Delhi. She has worked as a Content Manager with Times Of India, Noida for 10 years. Writing is her passion and she tries to give her best every time she writes on any given topic. Writing articles on home remedies is her area of interest and she has gained immense knowledge by writing and researching a lot in this field.
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