Every person dreams of having long silky and luscious hair. What can be done to grow the hair longer and thicker naturally? There are many natural remedies by which the hair can be grown thicker and longer. People are often overwhelmed with numerous treatments and hair transplant therapies.

Natural ingredients have become popular products that can make the hair longer and thicker. In this blog, you will get a better understanding of the treatment options, at-home remedies, and the best natural alternative for the treatment.

Hair Growth

Keratin which is a protein helps in stimulating hair follicles thus helping them to grow. All the hair follicles are already present at the time of birth when a person is born. The hair follicles have 3 specific growth phases: Anagen, Catagen, and Telogen. They have specific characteristics that determine the length of the hair. 2-6 years is the time taken by the hair to grow during the growth cycle.

Factors that determine hair growth are genes, age, hair type, nutritional status, psychological factors, hygiene, and certain health conditions.

The thickness of the hair depends upon the volume of hair present. The thickness of hair can be reduced due to hair fall. The causes of hair fall are genetics, hormonal changes due to thyroid problems, pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, certain autoimmune conditions, nutritional deficiencies, physical or emotional stress, and certain hairstyles and hair treatments. The use of certain drugs for a prolonged time, as a side effect, may cause hair loss.


Treatment

Some of the treatments for longer and thicker hair are:

  • Micro-needling: Micro-needling is a skin roller with small needles that are used to stimulate the hair follicles which helps in hair growth.
  • Hair transplant: It is a surgery where a strip of skin with hair or individual hair is taken from a part of the scalp and transplanted to the thinning or bald area.
  • Low-level laser therapy: laser is used to stimulate cell growth which stimulates the hair follicles
  • PRP therapy: Stem cell hair transplant therapy. The active follicles are harvested, replicated, and implanted into the affected area of the scalp.

These treatments are not suitable for all and might cause side effects in the longer run.

 

Useful Phyto-constituents in hair growth 

Amla

Biological source: Amla is the fruit of the plant Indian gooseberries belonging to the family Phyllanthaceae.

Phyo-Constituents: Vitamin C, polyphenols, tannins


Role in hair growth:

  • Vitamin C of amla produces collagen protein, which stimulates hair growth.
  • Collagens help in replacing the new hair follicles.
  • Dermal papilla cells of hair follicles are proliferated by Polyphenols, which help in new hair growth.
  • Tannins protect the hair from heat and photodamage.
  • The protein molecule of Keratin binds with tannins, providing strength to the hair, and preventing hair breakage and split ends.
  • Carotene in amla helps produce sebum, keeping the hair from drying out

Brahmi

Biological source: Brahmi is the leaf of the plant Bacopa monnieri belonging to the family Plantains.


Phyo-Constituents: vitamin C, saponins, flavonoids, calcium, vitamin C, zinc, etc.

Role in hair growth:

  • The alkaloids increase the amount of protein in the hair follicle which strengthens the roots of the hair and reduces hair fall.
  • Reduces cortisol levels in the body.

Bhringaraja

Biological source: Bhringraja is the leaf of the Eclipta alba belonging to the Asteraceae family

Phyto Constituents: Alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, polyacetylenes, triterpenoids, saponins, proteins, amino acids, Vitamin E, Vitamin D Magnesium, Calcium, Iron.

Role in hair growth:

  • The antimicrobial and antifungal properties help in reducing dandruff. It also improves circulation to the scalp. (3)
  • The darkening properties of Bhringraj may help hair appear less grey. It increases blood circulation to the scalp and roots, which promotes hair growth, and prevents hair fall and baldness. (4)

 

Almond oil:


Biological source: Almond is the fruit of the plant Prunus amygdalus, belonging to the Prunus family. The oil is extracted from the fruit.

Phyo-Constituents: Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and zinc. Biotin,

Role in hair growth:

  • Biotin promotes hair growth and reduces hair thinning. It increases the flow of blood to the head and exposes the skin to potent antioxidants.
  • It has hydrating and nourishing properties that make the hair healthy as a result of which they become shinier and lustrous.


Aloe vera:


Biological Source: Aloe vera is the dried pulp of leaves of Aloe Barbadensis, belonging to the family Liliaceae.

Phyto-constituents: All the variants of aloe vera have majorly anthraquinone glycosides. The principal active constituent of aloe is aloin, which is a mixture of glycosides, among which barbaloin is the chief constituent. Along with barbaloin, the drug also contains Barbaloin, β- barbaloin, aloe-emodin, and resins.

Role in hair growth:

  • The anti-pruritic properties and proteolytic enzymes of aloe vera cure itchy scalp conditions. It has a high water content which makes it a great humectant for the scalp and hair.
  • Provides essential nutrients to the hair follicles that make the hair grow healthy and prevent the scalp and hair tissues from drying out.
  • It locks the opened-up hair cuticles and helps in retaining the natural oils in the scalp. Aloe Vera is a primary factor in promoting hair growth.


Coconut oil:


Biological source: Coconut is the fruit of the plant Coconus Nucifer belonging to the family Arecaceae. The oil is extracted from the fruit.

Phyo-Constituents: Phenols, tannins, leucoanthocyanidins, flavonoids, triterpenes, steroids, and alkaloids

Role in hair growth:
It helps in the thickening of the hair and stimulates hair growth, helps to remove sebum build-up from hair follicles, which speeds up growth.


Avocado oil :


Biological source: Avocado is the fruit of the plant Persea Americana belonging to the family Lauraceae. The oil is extracted from the fruit.

Phyo-Constituents: Alpha-Tocopherol, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin D.

Role in hair growth:

  • Vitamin D regulates Keratinocyte (cells that form the hair cortex) proliferation, thus promoting hair growth. It also restores damaged hair and repairs the protective lipid layer.
  • Vitamin B6 has the unique function of breaking down proteins and enhancing the supply of amino acids to the hair.


Olive Oil


Biological source: Olive is the fleshy part of the fruit of the plant Olea europaea belonging to LamialesThe oil is extracted from it.

Phyo-Constituents : Oleuropein , hydroxytyrosol , tyrosol (5) etc.

Role in hair growth:

  • Antioxidants help in maintaining scalp and hair health and protect them from free radical damage. It nourishes and conditions hair, and improves blood circulation.
  • Olive oil inhibits 5-alpha reductase, which helps to block the production of DHT(dihydrotestosterone ). One of the reasons for hair loss is the production of DHT, therefore helping in reducing hair fall.
  • The oil prevents dryness, it also helps keep the hair thick and voluminous by reducing breakage. (6)


There are different reasons for hair loss but there are some things you can do to naturally regrow your hair and increase the thickness of the hair. What is the best natural solution for thick and long hair which reduces hair fall and strengthens the hair?

The answer is HERBCIENCE because it is 100% Natural & 100% Safe, Certified by ECOCERT – COSMOS Natural. The products which can be helpful are Hair Nourishing Pro-V Keratin Shampoo, Replenishing Pro-V Keratin Hair Conditioner, Nourishing Pro-V Keratin Hair Oil, and Rejuvenating Head Massage Oil.


Hair Nourishing Pro-V Keratin Shampoo
Benefits:

  • Deep Cleansing
  • Anti-Dandruff
  • Hair Growth

Replenishing Pro-V Keratin Hair Conditioner
Benefits

  • Hair Conditioning
  • Anti-Dandruff
  • Promotes Hair Growth
  • Prevents Hair Loss

Nourishing Pro-V Keratin Hair Oil
Benefits:

  • Promotes Hair Growth
  • Prevents Hair Loss
  • Boosts Natural Hair Color

Rejuvenating Head Massage Oil
Benefits:

  • De-Stress
  • Boosts Natural Hair Colour
  • Prevents Hair Loss

 

Conclusion


Hair growth depends on heredity, lifestyle, age, nutrition, stress, type of hair, etc. One of the main causes of reduction in the volume of hair is due to hair loss, which is the gradual thinning and loss of hair.

Treatments for hair loss are micro-needling, hair transplant, and low-level laser therapy which may have side effects overuse in the long run. Drugs such as Bhringaraja, Amla, Aloe Vera, Brahmi, Coconut oil, Almond oil, etc have active phytoconstituents that help in strengthening, hair growth, and thickening the hair.

Hair Nourishing Pro-V Keratin shampoo, replenishing Pro-V Keratin hair conditioner, nourishing Pro-V Keratin hair oil, and rejuvenating head massage oil have the maximum number of drugs that works on all types of hair by providing nourishment and which helps in having long, healthy and thick hair.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions


1. What causes hair loss?
Ans: There are many causes. It may be due to high-stress levels, recent surgery or illness, genetics, hair damage from bleach or dyes, scalp conditions, or vitamin deficiencies.

2. Can I increase the length, and volume of my hair, and can I prevent hair loss?
Ans: Hair loss can be prevented by following a proper diet and a hair care routine 3 days a week. To make your job easier, Herbcience has a variety of natural hair care products.

3. Can hair loss be reversed?
Ans: Yes it can be reversed by following a regular hair care routine and proper nutrition. The duration differs from one individual to another.

4. What are the natural ways of having long hair?
Ans: A herbal hair mask made of Brahmi powder can be applied to your scalp for 30 min and wash it. Aloe vera can be mixed with coconut oil or olive oil, applied on the scalp, and leave it for 30 minutes before washing. HEBRCIENCE can make your job easier.

 


References


1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5429933/ 
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11344694/ 
3. Begum S, Lee MR, Gu LJ, Hossain J, Sung CK. Exogenous stimulation with Eclipta alba promotes hair matrix keratinocyte proliferation and downregulates TGF-β1 expression in nude mice. Int J Mol Med 2015;35:496-502.
4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19481595/
5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6150410/
6. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5877547/