Whether it's caused by stress, genetics or pregnancy, hair loss seems like the dreadful stepchild no one wants to babysit. No matter how much we try to avoid thinning hair, the comb never lies. All those chunks of hair you lose while showering or combing your hair is never a healthy thing. Luckily, there are natural remedies and quality products to prevent and combat thinning hair.
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We are also rounding up the best hair products to make sure you beat the hair loss blues.
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Aloe vera
Filled with natural healing properties, aloe vera has amazing benefits for hair health. The plant contains powerful enzymes that help grow hair from the root and soothes dry scalps. Once you extract the plant's gel, rub on scalp and hair and leave in for at least 30 minutes for twice a week. Rinse with warm water.
Castor oil
This silky ingredient provides thicker hair and prevents more hair from falling out. Take chilled castor oil and massage throughout damp hair and scalp. Allow the treatment to sit for about an hour (try this once a week) and then thoroughly rinse.
Flax seed
The vitamin E in flax seeds creates naturally thick hair and fast hair growth. This is also a great natural remedy for curly hair since it works to detangle hair. Soak about a cup of seeds in cold water overnight and boil it in the morning until you get a gel like consistency. Strain the liquid and let sit until cooled. Apply to your hair and scalp as a leave in conditioner.
Coconut oil
The lauric acids in coconut oil builds a protective layer filled with beneficial minerals. Filled with vitamin E, K and iron, coconut oil improves hair growth and fights against dandruff. Massage into hair and leave in for about 30 minutes–then rinse.
Avocado
Doing a hair mask with avocado can help thicken hair and prevent hair loss. The vitamin E in avocados is a great natural nutrient to feed hair with more strength and health. For hair mask, mash one avocado, one banana and mix with olive oil. Leave in for about 20 minutes and then shampoo your hair as normal.
Dominican Magic
The hair serum is packed with natural ingredients like rosemary oil and jojoba seed oil that promotes hair growth. The line also includes a shampoo and conditioner, but the serum definitely packs the most punch for hair growth. $29, Dominican Magic
Arvazallia
A favorite at salons, this product moisturizes hair and scalp and promotes hair growth. The treatment will leave hair feeling silky smooth and many rave about its amazing scent. $19, Amazon.com
HSI
This product is often described as "liquid gold" since it does so much at once. The rich nutrients promotes healthy hair from root to tip. While it promotes shine, it won't weigh down your hair or make it greasy like other products. $32, HSI.com
Lee Stafford treatment
The thick treatment cream is packed with a pro-growth complex that promotes expedited hair growth like no other. The product also helps volumize thinning hair so you get the effect while it continues working to create more luscious strands. $12, Ulta.com
Miss Jessie's treatment
If you have coarse or curly hair, this product does just the trick to detangle hair and promote growth. Use once a week by applying to hair for 30 minutes and then rinsing. $18, Walgreens.com
