Coconut milk for hair loss - Hair masks

Hair thinning can occur due to malnutrition, stress and lifestyle choices but it is absolutely possible to get your beautiful thick locks back. Here is an all-natural solution for boosting hair growth and preventing hair loss at the same time.

It is a quick, easy and inexpensive method and it is definitely worth a shot. So, keep reading and find out how you can use coconut milk to nourish and strengthen your hair and prevent unnecessary hair fall.

Coconut milk hair masks to prevent hair fall

Here are different ways of making use of coconut milk in order to create 12 different hair packs that will nourish and enrich your hair.

With Camphor

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Camphor has the power to solve the problems of hair fall by strengthening the roots and killing fungi and bacteria which causes infections in the scalp that lead to loss of hair. In a bowl mix coconut milk(half a cup) with camphor(one-fourth tablespoon). Crush the camphor before adding it. Mix this well before you massage it on your scalp. Wash it off with water and shampoo after a few hours. Do this once every week.

With Yogurt, lemon juice

Lemon has the properties to cleanse your scalp and reduce dandruff and infections that are the causes of poor hair growth.

In a bowl take coconut milk(two tablespoons), yogurt(four tablespoons) and lemon juice(half a teaspoon).
Mix all these ingredients really well and apply it on the scalp along with the roots and tips of your hair.

Keep it for two hours and then wash it off. Do this twice every week to see benefits.

With Tulsi

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Make a paste of handful of Tulsi leaves with water. To this add four tablespoons of coconut milk and the gel extracted from an Aloe Vera leaf. Form a smooth paste before applying it on your hair and scalp. Keep it for half an hour and wash with water. On regular application of this hair mask you will be able to have stronger and better hair.

Coconut milk massage

Heat 1/4^th cup of coconut milk till it’s lukewarm before applying it on your hair.
Begin by taking a little on your fingers and applying directly onto your scalp.
Massage it in for about 15 minutes. Do the same till the whole of your scalp is covered.
Now apply the milk on your hair beginning from the roots and gently coat all your hair till the tips.
Leave it in for another 45 minutes.
If you’re worried about getting coconut milk on your clothes, you can wear a shower cap for this duration.
Wash it off with any shampoo that you would normally prefer to use.
Repeat this treatment once in every 7 days.

With honey

Take 4 tablespoons of coconut milk in a bowl and mix in 2 teaspoons honey till you get a nice smooth consistency.
Begin by taking some of the mixture and applying directly onto your scalp.
Gently massage it in and then start coating your hair with the coconut milk as well as honey from your roots to the tips.
Cover your head with a shower cap so you don’t make a mess.
Let the pack nourish your follicles and hair shafts for at least an hour. If possible, leave this on for around 2 hours.
Shower it off with any shampoo that you would normally prefer to use.
This pack is great for conditioning and should be used by anyone having dry or damaged hair.
Repeat this treatment once in every week.

With yogurt

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Take 5 tablespoons of coconut milk.Then add 1 tablespoon of yogurt or curd into it. Also add 1/4^th teaspoon of camphor and combine everything well till you get a smooth consistency.
Begin by taking some of the mixture and applying directly onto your scalp.
Gently massage it in and then start coating your hair with the coconut milk and yogurt mixture from your roots to the tips.
If you’re worried about getting the hair pack on your clothes, you can wear a shower cap for this duration.
Let the camphor in the pack activate dormant hair follicle and boost natural hair growth. Keep it on for at least an hour. If possible you can leave it on for up to 2 hours.
Wash it off with any shampoo that you would normally prefer to use.
Repeat this treatment once in every week.

WIth aloe vera

Take 3 tablespoons of coconut milk and mix in a tablespoon of aloe vera gel. You could use store bought aloe vera gel or harvest your own plant. Throw in a bunch of tulsi or basil leaves if you also suffer from a dandruff problem.
Mix everything well till you get a thick consistency.
Begin by taking some of the mixture and applying directly onto your scalp.
Gently massage it in and then start coating your hair with the coconut milk and aloe vera gel mixture from your roots to the tips.
If you’re worried about getting the hair pack on your clothes, you can wear a shower cap for this duration.
Leave it in for 30 minutes. Then use slightly warm water to gently rinse your hair. Do not use a shampoo directly after applying the pack to help the nutrients boost your hair health.
Repeat this treatment once or twice every week.

With fenugreek

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Fenugreek or methi seeds is a well-known ingredient for improving hair growth and curbing hair loss. They also make the hair very shiny and silky soft.

So, add 2 tablespoons of fenugreek powder to 2 tablespoons of coconut milk and mix well.
Begin by taking a little on your fingers and applying directly onto your scalp.
Massage it in and continue till the whole of your scalp is covered.
Let the pack sit on your scalp for at least 30 minutes.
Wash it off with a shampoo of your choice and use a conditioner afterwards.
Repeat this treatment once or twice in every week.

With lemon juice

The weakening of collagen is often the reason behind hair fall. So, you must combat this with Vitamin C to improve collagen production.

Take 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, a great source of vitamin C and add it to 4 tablespoons of coconut milk.
Put this mixture in the fridge for about 4 hours. The citric acid in the lemon will cause the coconut milk to curdle a little.
Begin by taking some in its curdled state and apply directly onto your scalp.
Gently massage it in and then start coating your hair with the coconut milk and lemon juice mixture from your roots to the tips.
Leave it in for about 45 minutes.
If you’re worried about getting coconut milk on your clothes, you can wear a shower cap for this duration.
Wash it off with any shampoo that you would normally prefer to use.
Repeat this treatment once in every week.

Hair pack with Gram flour for oily hair

Gram flour or besan is great for deep cleansing your follicles. Oily scalp can clog the cuticles leading to hair loss. Use this pack to purify and cleanse your hair of excess oil and dirt and improve hair growth.

Combine half a cup of gram flour with half a cup of coconut milk. Add in the juice from half a lemon to supercharge its benefits.
Now mix the ingredients using a whisk to get a lump-free consistency. Add in a little extra coconut milk till you get the right thickness.
Apply the pack all over your hair while it is still damp. Cover every inch from the roots to the tips.
Massage some into your scalp as well before letting it sit for around 15 minutes.
Gently rinse your hair using lukewarm water.
Repeat the treatment once a week for best results.

With olive oil

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This is a great hair pack for those with rough and unmanageable hair. Regular application will not only curb hair loss but also leave you with smooth and nourished hair.

Heat a saucepan and add 4 tablespoons of coconut milk, 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon honey into it. Stir for 2 minutes and then cool it.
Once it’s lukewarm, take some onto your fingertips and gently massage it into your scalp. Proceed to coat the whole length of your hair with this deeply conditioning hair mask.
Leave it in for an hour and wear a shower cap if you wish to protect your clothes.
Wash well using any shampoo and don’t forget to use a conditioner after.
Repeat this treatment once a week for quick results.

With egg protein

This hair pack loaded in proteins will strengthen your hair and stop breakage.

Take an egg white and whisk it until it’s fluffy. Add in 5 tablespoons of coconut milk and 1 tablespoon of vitamin E oil and then whisk it well.
Apply it on your scalp and then along the hair shaft from roots to tips.
Leave it in for 20 minutes and then shampoo your hair. Make sure that you rinse using cold water.
For best results use it once a week.

With amla

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Amla or Indian Gooseberry is an extremely nutritious fruit that not only prevents hair fall but also treats dandruff and scalp infections.

Cut up a couple of amla fruits and throw away their seeds. Grind or crush them and add them to half a cup of coconut milk.
Mix them well and apply the hair mask on both your scalp and along the length of your hair.
Leave it in for an hour and then rinse your hair with a mild shampoo.
Repeat this treatment two times a week.

With castor oil

If you want to grow a lot of hair really quick this hair oil massage will be your best bet.

In a bowl mix 3-4 tablespoons of coconut milk with a tablespoon of castor oil.
Massage it into your scalp for 5-8 minutes. Apply the rest on your hair and leave it in for about an hour.
Wash your hair using regular shampoo.
For best results repeat this treatment thrice every week.

With curry leaves

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Take a bunch of fresh curry leaves and grind them into a paste. Add half a cup of coconut milk to it and blend everything well.
Apply this mixture on to your scalp and along the length of your hair from the roots to tips.
Let it stay for 2 hours and then use a mild shampoo to rinse off.
Repeat this treatment whenever possible.

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How to get coconut milk?

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Coconut milk is different from coconut water. It is rich in vitamin E and fats that helps to fight hair loss. Coconut milk is actually extracted from the flesh of the fruit using a very simple method.

It is also easily available in the market in canned or powdered forms. But if you want pure fresh coconut milk then you can extract it from coconuts yourself. Here’s how?

First you need to buy coconut fruits and then cut them up. Using a spoon carefully collect its meat from the shells.

Next, you need to take a fine grater and grate the meat. Once you have done this, it will be very easy to collect the coconut milk.

Just take a muslin cloth, place the grated coconuts and squeeze. Now pour the milk you have collected into a preheated pan and let it stay on the flame for approximately 5 minutes.

Then allow it to cool, freeze it overnight, and the coconut milk will be ready for use.