by Melanie Grimes

Created on: September 19, 2011

Hair loss is increased with aging and a variety of factors, including genetics, stress, disease and hair care products. While a variety of commercial and medical treatments offer hair loss treatments, homemade products have the advantage of being less toxic than most on the market. Homemade treatments are commonly less expensive than commercial products and have the advantage of knowing exactly what is in a formulation and customizing it for your needs or tastes.

Vitamin Treatment

Vitamin E has long been touted as an aide to circulation and used in heart ailments. Because of its ability to rebuild capillaries and arteries, vitamin E is a useful treatment for hair. Though the vitamin can be added to shampoos and conditioners, the most direct treatment is to apply the nutrient directly to the scalp. Puncture a capsule of vitamin E and apply directly to the scalp. This can be repeated daily.

Molasses Treatment

Molasses has been shown to help regrow hair. Blackstrap molasses contains a variety of B vitamins that help reduce stress, which is one of the leading cause of hair loss. Molasses also softens the hair and adds luster. It can be applied directly to the hair but because of its stickiness, molasses is best applied diluted in water. Add four ounces of molasses to one cup of warm water and use as a rinse. Wrap the head with a towel and leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing off and drying. Blackstrap

Herbal Remedy

Herbal tinctures and oils are beneficial for the follicles on the scalp and for the hair shaft itself. The University of Maryland Medical Center suggests massaging the scalp with a combination of essential herbal oils including rosemary, lavender, cedarwood and thyme. The University suggests that this combination helps increase circulation on the scalp and is especially beneficial for those suffering from alopecia.

Protein Treatment

Hair is made up of protein. Adding protein to the diet can help hair grow, as can adding protein directly to the hair. Eggs and mayonnaise are both sources of protein that can be used as hair treatments. Mix one egg into a half cup of mayonnaise and apply to the hair. Leave on for 15 minutes to a half hour, then shampoo as usual. This will not only add protein and strength to the hair but add oils and help moisturize the scalp. An avocado can also be added to increase the moisture content of the hair.

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