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From preventing greys to treating dandruff: Benefits of henna

Natural Dry Henna Powder in a Bowl
Natural Dry Henna Powder in a Bowl (irem01 via Getty Images)

Henna is used in India for hair care, and it is a prevalent treatment for hair loss, but what exactly is Henna good for? The plant's leaves are reddish-brown, very similar to the colour of dried henna leaves and are known for their curative qualities. The plant is also known to have strong antibacterial and antifungal properties. Since the leaves contain protein, which is the basic building block of hair, they can act as a natural moisturizer, making them particularly useful for treating dry and brittle hair. So, let's have a quick-read on its benefits.

Conditions hair

Henna conditions and protect your hair from heat, moisture and blow-dry. Apply the hair pack to your wet hair and massage into shape, starting from the scalp and moving down the hairline.

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You should wrap your hair in a plastic bag that has been tightly sealed for some extra protection for around twenty minutes or until the powder has dried. This will help to protect your hair from any heat damage while preventing the concentrated paste from evaporating.

Let stand for half an hour to allow the powder to absorb fully before rinsing with cold water. When you wash your hair, you should first remove all the Henna powder traces and then rinse thoroughly to remove any excess powder and then leave to dry naturally.

Covers grey

Henna packs are trendy with women who want to give their hair a lift. There are many different henna pack types, and they can be used on thin or thick hair to give your tresses some added sophistication.

If you have grey hairs, you may want to consider using these types of packs as they can make your grey locks look incredibly appealing.

You should ensure that you keep the hair completely dry before applying the pack. You should also ensure that you brush your hair while wearing the henna pack to prevent fraying.

Grey hair can look beautiful if you use henna packs, but they must be worn for them to work correctly. These packs are effortless to wear and can give you an instant lift without too much effort.

Home made hair Treatment with mud to resolve with gray hair.
Getty Images (amnarj2006 via Getty Images)

Keeps dandruff at bay

Henna treatments are a uniquely natural way to treat your dandruff, and there is no better way to get rid of it than with a treat. If you are looking for the best way to get rid of your dandruff, then you should consider trying a treat that contains all-natural ingredients.

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An excellent dandruff treat should be made from all-natural ingredients that work to eliminate dandruff. These treatments will not harm your hair or skin, and they are simple to use.

Restores natural pH balance and shine

Henna restores your hair and scalp's natural pH balance, giving hair the healthy bounce that it needs to grow back into shape. Henna, more than any other product on the market can stimulate blood circulation in the scalp, promoting hair growth and restoring natural hair health.

For the best results, you recommend using all-natural products when treating your hair and scalp with a natural remedy such as Henna. And you should also keep these in mind, like -

Avoid over-cleansing your hair with harsh shampoos and styling products which can strip the natural oils from your hair, causing them to become dry and brittle.

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Avoid using colours or perms that cause your hair to lose its natural lustre and shine. Do not wash your hair every day. Shampooing is okay but does not over-shampoo if you must wash your hair to keep it on the longer side and the only shampoo when necessary.

Henna is easy to grow and can be found everywhere: the grocery store, drug store, health food store, or nursery. You can even grow it yourself in a container indoors. So, start using some and be the owner of lustrous locks!