MY AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS AND REGIMEN

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I am currently on a strict Ayurvedic hair regimen, from now until December. After that I might either streamline my regimen or just continue with it, as is.

I actually mix my products with traditional Conditioners and Deep Conditioners. I prefer the combination of conditioners and powders, versus powders only. I find that it makes it easier to wash out.       

THE USES OF SOME AYURVEDIC HERBS AND INGREDIENTS

Amla- Stimulates hair growth, darkens the hair, conditions and strengthens the hair at the roots.

Henna- is a natural hair dye and it's a great hair strengthener. Some people use it to loosen their curls or coils.

Bhringraj- Treats hair loss, balding, premature greying and acts as a conditioner. It also nourishes the hair and scalp which is necessary for hair growth.

Brahmi- Relieves dandruff, thickens hair and also strengthens hair at the roots.

Neem(Dogonyaro)- Is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral. It promotes healthy hair growth and fights dry scalp. It's used in skincare as well.

Kapur Kachri- It promotes thicker and fragrant hair. It also promotes hair growth by stimulating the scalp and has antiseptic properties.

Shikakai- It is a natural cleanser and mild conditioner. Promotes hair growth and aids detangling.

Aritha(Reetha)- Also known as Soapnuts, is a natural cleanser as well. It has insecticidal properties and can be used to get rid of lice.

Methi(Fenugreek)- It promotes hair growth, prevents hair loss and helps strengthen the hair shaft. Its also a light protein.

Hibiscus(Jaswand)- It conditions the hair, promotes healthy hair growth and prevents hair loss. It also thickens the hair and delays premature greying.

Aloe Vera Gel- It promotes hair growth, balances the PH level and heals the scalp. It also imparts sheen, and nourishes the hair follicles and scalp.

MY PRODUCTS

CONDITIONERS- V05 Moisture Milks Strawberry and Cream Conditioner- For Co-Washing.

Organic Root Stimulator Hair Mayonnaise- For Deep Conditioning.

Giovanni Direct Weightless Leave-In Conditioner.

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS

Pre-Poo Oils
Dabur Vatika Oil and Parachute Coconut Oil.

Conditioner-Washing
Hibiscus Petal Powder/Neem Powder, Amla Powder, Shikakai Powder and Coconut Oil.

Strengthening
Godrej Nupur Mehendi Henna.

Deep-Conditioning
Hibiscus Petal Powder, Brahmi Powder, Bhringaraj Powder and Coconut Oil.

Hair-Rinsing
Apple-Cider Vinegar.
Herbal Tea Rinse(Hibiscus Powder/Fenugreek Seed Powder)

Conditioning
Giovanni Direct Weightless Leave-In Conditioner.

Moisturising
Dabur Vatika Oil. Parachute Coconut Oil.

Sealing
Kinky Apothecary Whipped Shea Butter and Tropic Isle Lavender Jamaican Black Castor Oil.

These are the products I currently use and I didn't want to make this too long, so i'll post the part two of this, on my regimen next time.

Meanwhile, i'm going to make a separate post on where I get my products from; online and in shops. Now, there are some amazing places where people in Lagos can get some really good hair and body products, all-natural and organic too! Watch this space.

Have an amazing week ahead.

XOXO

Emmanuella