10 DIY Effective Home Remedies To Get Rid Of White Hair Naturally

Hair growth happens when old cells are pushed out by the hair follicles due to the production of new cells. It occurs in three stages – growth (anagen), cessation (catagen), and rest (telogen). Pigmentation in hair, unlike in skin, is not continuous. The hair is actively pigmented in the anagen phase. Pigmentation reduces in the catagen phase and is absent in the telogen phase.

But due to stress and modern lifestyle, white hair comes out sooner than expected. When the first strand of white hair comes out, plucking it is a complete no-no. Pulling out even a single strand makes more come out.

The occurrence of white hair with old age is obvious. But when you notice them in your early 30s and sometimes, even 20s, it’s absolutely disheartening. Both gray and white hair are the result of your hair losing its pigment. When there is a significant reduction in the pigment, the hair turns gray. When there is absolutely no pigment present, it turns white. The exact cause of this is yet to be discovered. In this article, we have listed a few remedies for reversing white hair growth. Hair is an asset and everyone wants to flaunt it- hence measures are taken to make hair black again.

Amla And Coconut Oil

Being a very rich source of Vitamin C, iron and calcium, amla is a health treasure.It also offers a number of beauty benefits for your hair and skin. Amla has an antioxidant and has anti-aging benefits and revitalizes the pigment in your hair follicles. Coconut oil penetrates through the hair shaft and reduces protein loss. This improves hair health.

You Will Need

- 3-5 Amla
- 1 cup of Coconut oil

Process

- Boil 3-4 Indian gooseberries with one cup of coconut oil to prepare an oil solution.
- Store this oil in a jar and take about two tablespoons for each use.
- Massage the oil into your scalp and work it through the length of your hair.
- After massaging for about 15 minutes, leave the oil on for an additional 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can leave the oil in overnight.
- Wash off with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Black Tea

Black tea is made from the leaves of a bush called Camellia sinensis. It has caffeine as well as other stimulants and antioxidants. These antioxidants can help prevent free radical damage to hair, and thus, premature graying. It also helps darken hair color while adding shine. Black tea extract is sometimes sold as an herbal supplement. Sometimes, the supplement includes other types of herbs, vitamins, or minerals. Black tea is also known to help relieve stress. As discussed, stress is a contributing factor to premature graying of hair.

You Will Need

- 2 tablespoons of Black Tea
- 1 cup of water

Process

- Boil two tablespoons of black tea in a cup of water until it is well brewed.
- Set the brew aside to cool.
- Strain the liquid and apply it to your hair and scalp.
- Massage your scalp for a couple of minutes and wait for about an hour with the tea in your hair.
- Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Curry Leaves And Coconut Oil

Curry leaves are a rich source of iron and folic acid. Folic acid is mainly responsible for carrying and helping the body absorb iron, and since kadi patta is a rich source of both the compounds it is your one-stop natural remedy to beat anaemia. Curry leaves are popularly used to retain and maintain natural hair tone and prevent premature graying of hair. Coconut oil can penetrate the hair follicles to nourish the hair right from the root and promote hair growth.

You Will Need

- Curry leaves
- 3 tablespoons of coconut oil

Process

- Boil a handful of curry leaves with 3 tbsps of coconut oil to prepare an oil solution.
- Set the oil aside to cool.
- Once it has cooled, strain the oil and massage it into your scalp and work it through the length of your hair.
- After massaging for about 15 minutes, leave the oil on for an additional 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can leave the oil in overnight.
- Wash off with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Lemon Juice And Coconut Oil

Lemon Juice is a popular home remedy, with online sources claiming that it can help improve digestion, detox the body, or promote weight loss. Lemon contains vitamin C, an antioxidant that can neutralize free radicals and prevent hair damage. However, there is no scientific evidence to prove that lemon juice can reverse the graying of hair. Coconut oil nourishes your hair and promotes hair growth.

You Will Need

- 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of coconut oil

Process

- Pour two teaspoons of lemon juice into two tablespoons of coconut oil and heat the mixture for a couple of seconds until it is slightly warm.
- Massage this mixture into your scalp and work it down to the tips of your hair.
- Leave it on for about 30 minutes.
- Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Castor Oil and Coconut Oil

Castor oil is a multi-purpose vegetable oil that people have used for thousands of years. Castor oil has a number of medicinal, industrial and pharmaceutical uses. It’s commonly used as an additive in foods, medications and skin care products, as well as an industrial lubricant and biodiesel fuel component. Many people use castor oil as a natural hair conditioner. Dry or damaged hair can especially benefit from an intense moisturizer like castor oil. Castor oil may benefit those who experience dandruff, a common scalp condition characterized by dry, flaky skin on the head. Castor oil boosts blood circulation to the follicles. It contains omega-6 essential fatty acids that promote hair health and hair darkening.

You Will Need

- 1 tablespoon of castor oil
- 2 tablespoons of coconut oil

Process

- Combine one tablespoon of castor oil with two tablespoons of coconut oil and heat the blend for a couple of minutes until it is slightly warm.
- Massage this oil mixture onto your scalp and work it down to the tips of your hair.
- After massaging your scalp for about 15 minutes, leave it on for an additional 30 minutes.
- Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek is an herb that is similar to clover. It is native to the Mediterranean region, southern Europe, and western Asia. The seeds are used in cooking, in medicine, and to hide the taste of other medicine. Fenugreek seeds smell and taste similar to maple syrup. Fenugreek leaves are eaten in India as a vegetable. Fenugreek is rich in B vitamins and saponins that prevent hair loss. It is popularly used to preserve the natural hair color, prevent dandruff, and keep the hair silky.

You Will Need

- 2 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds
- 1/4 cup of water

Process

- Soak two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds in a quarter cup of water overnight.
- In the morning, grind the seeds with enough water to get a smooth, consistent paste.
- Apply this mixture to your hair and scalp and leave it on for about 45 minutes.
- Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Onion Juice And Olive Oil

Onion juice though not been extensively researched has become quite popular as anti-hair fall / hair regrowth agent. It has been used as a home remedy for years now for controlling hair fall. Applying onion juice to the hair and scalp could increase blood supply to hair follicles, which in turn improves hair growth.Onion juice contains catalase that can help reduce hydrogen peroxide build-up on your hair and scalp, thus helping reverse graying and improving the health of your hair. However, the only drawback to using this remedy is that it is hard to get the onion smell out of your hair. Olive oil is an emollient and conditions your hair.

You Will Need

- 1 medium-sized onion
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- A cheesecloth

Process

- Chop a medium-sized onion into small pieces and blend it with about a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Squeeze the juice out of the pulp using a cheesecloth.
- Apply this juice onto your scalp and massage for about 10 minutes.
- Leave the juice on for an additional 30-35 minutes.
- Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and condition.

Henna And Coffee

Henna helps cover up the appearance of white hair by adding rich reddish tones to your hair due to the presence of lawsone (18). Coffee is another popular hair colorant that can impart a reddish-brown to blackish-brown tinge to your hair.

You Will Need

- 5 tablespoons of henna powder
- 1 tablespoon of coffee
- 1 cup of water

Process

- Brew one tablespoon of coffee in a cup of water.
- Add five tablespoons of henna powder to the brew, stirring as you do to avoid lumps.
- Apply this mixture to your scalp and hair and leave it on for about 3-4 hours.
- Rinse with warm water and a mild sulfate-free shampoo.

Sage Leaves

Sage is an herb. The leaf is used to make medicine.Sage leaves help in preserving the color of your hair and prevent graying. In some cases, they also help restore pigment to white hair patches.

You Will Need

- A handful of sage leaves
- Water
- Spray bottle

Process

- Boil a handful of sage leaves in water until it is well brewed.
- Let the concoction cool and then collect the liquid in a spray bottle.
- Spritz your hair until all of your hair is saturated with the sage tea.
- Leave the tea on for about 2 hours.
- Wash the sage solution out of your hair with a mild shampoo and finish with conditioner.

Ridge Gourd And Coconut Oil

Ridge gourd can help restore natural hair pigment and prevent premature graying of hair. Coconut oil penetrates the hair shaft and nourishes your hair.

You Will Need

- 1/2 cup of chopped and dried ridge gourd
- 1 cup of coconut oil

Process

- Soak half a cup of chopped and dried ridge gourd in a cup of coconut oil in an airtight jar for about 3-4 days.
- After 4 days, take about two tablespoons of the oil and heat it until it is slightly warm.
- Massage the oil into your scalp and then work it down to the tips of your hair.
- After massaging your hair for about 15 minutes, leave the oil on for an additional 30 minutes.
- Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner.