Do you know that just "squeezing" an onion to counteract hair loss?

Did you know that onion can help fight hair loss? Here are the DIY recipes of onion hair masks.

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Did you know that onion can help fight hair loss? Here are the DIY recipes of onion hair masks.

La onion gives great taste and flavor to dishes, but did you know that if applied to the skin, it can lead to hair growth and prevent hair loss? One study of Journal of Dermatology found that after 4 weeks of using onion juice, 74% of individuals with alopecia areata experienced significant regrowth, and that within 6 weeks of using this juice, as many as 84% ​​of individuals reported regrowth hair.

If you suffer from excessive hair loss or baldness, the application of these packs will greatly improve the situation in a few months; Furthermore, it is believed that this wondrous juice applied locally, gives the hair a beautiful auburn shade.

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Benefits of onion for hair growth

The onion has so many benefits for the hair, as:

• It stimulates blood circulation and accelerates growth
• Helps prevent premature graying 
• Onion contains sulfur which is an excellent tonic against hair thinning
• Regular application of the onion helps to thicken the hair by improving its volume
• Onion is a natural cure for improving hereditary hair loss
• Onions are useful for controlling hair problems such as dandruff
• Le antibacterial properties of onion they help treat various scalp and hair infections caused by fungi and yeasts.

Several research studies conducted on hair loss have established that onions contain great healing properties, effective in treating conditions such as androgenetic alopecia or male pattern baldness. (Read also: Don't throw away the sprouted onions! Plant them to have the fresh ones always available)

3 ways to make onion juice

prepare your onion juice you can proceed in several ways. Let's find out together.

Food processor or blender

Here's how to proceed:

• peel the onions and cut them into four sections. 
• blend them evenly and drain.
• at this point, filter the juice with a fine mesh strainer.

Grater 

If you don't have a blender, proceed by cutting the onion in two halves. Grate both halves onto a plate and, when done, filter the onion juice grated helping you with the back of a spoon.

Cloth method

Collect the outer skins of the onions (try using the discarded ones to avoid waste) and blend them. Place them in a muslin cloth or thin cotton cloth and wring it directly into your hair or into a bowl.

Onion hair masks: how to use them 

Hair masks should be left on the scalp for at least 30 minutes or more to achieve the desired results. Some people may find the smell annoying, so you'll want to rinse your hair using one mild shampoo, for example with rose water essence. Repeat the treatment at least three times a week for better results.

Before applying onion juice, we recommend that you try it on a small area to make sure you are not allergic. 

Also, keep in mind that locally applied onion juice gives the hair a nice auburn shade, but if you want to keep the natural color we recommend that you mix your juice with 1-2 teaspoons of mustard oil, which can counteract this color lightening. (Read also: Onions: tips and tricks to peel and slice them without crying)

DIY masks: recipes

Below you can find some recipes of DIY onion masks.

1. Onion and honey mask: Mix ¼ cup of onion juice with 1 tablespoon of honey and apply the mixture to the scalp. Massage for 15 minutes every day; alternatively, you can also consume it orally every day.
2. Onion and rum mask: Finely chop a medium sized onion and dip it in a glass of rum overnight. Strain the mixture the next day to remove the onion pieces. Use the mixture to massage your scalp or as a rinse after shampooing.
3. Hair rinse with onion juice: add 4-5 chopped onions to 1 liter of water and boil for about 10 minutes. Let the mixture cool and strain it before applying it to the skin.
4. Normal mask: Try applying onion juice daily directly to your hair for at least 30 minutes before rinsing.
5. Onion and garlic mask: crush the garlic and extract the juice. Add it to the onion juice and massage it into your scalp. Leave it on for 30 minutes before rinsing off. (Read also: Rosemary, hair's secret weapon! 3 do-it-yourself treatments to counteract hair loss and increase the "Rapuntzel effect")
6. Onion and gooseberry mask: gooseberry also called "amla" is a very powerful remedy to counteract hair loss and promote hair regrowth. You can pulverize it and use it dried or dip it in any oil of your choice to form a paste. You can add amla powder to onion juice directly on the hair, and use this mixture once a week. Leave it on for 30 minutes up to a maximum of one hour to see amazing results.

Being a natural remedy, we recommend that you follow it for at least 2 months in order to see results. For stimulate hair growth, you can also massage the scalp with a blend of olive oil, coconut oil e almond oil once a week, and leave it to act even for a whole night. Also, for the well-being of your hair, don't forget to include the right amount of fruit and vegetables in your diet, preferably in season.

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