web analytics

4 Ways To Use Onion Juice to Promote Hair Growth and Prevent Thinning Hair

Many women and men are experiencing thinning hair. Sometimes it comes with age, sometimes it’s caused by stress and sometimes it just happens. Although it’s not a health hazard problem, it can be quite an unpleasant problem that can affect a person’s confidence. There are many treatments for thinning hair, but we’re suggesting a treatment that is completely natural and can be found in your own kitchen. We’re suggesting to try an onion juice.

Onions have been used for graying hair and promoting hair growth for ages. Onions contain nutrients and phytochemicals that boost the scalp and hair roots. Onion also contains sulfur, that promotes hair growth, and catalase, that fight off graying. Onion juice is anti-fungal, anti-microbial and antibacterial and can also be used for treating bacterial and fungal infections that affect hair growth.

Here are 4 ways you can use onion juice to make your hair healthier:

1. Onion juice and honey hair mask

  • 2 medium sized onions
  • 2-3 tbsp. raw honey

Grate the onions and strain the juice by using a clean cheesecloth. Mix the onion juice with honey and apply it to your hair. Massage your scalp for 5 minutes and then let it sit for 30 minutes. Shampoo your hair thoroughly. Do this treatment once a week.

2. Onion juice scalp soaking solution

  • 2 medium sized onions
  • one lemon

Grate the onions and strain the juice by using a clean cheesecloth. Add the juice of a whole lemon into the onion juice and mix. Apply the mixture into your scalp and massage it into. Keep the mixture on for 30 minutes and then shampoo your hair. Do this treatment once a week.

3. Onion juice and coconut oil pack

  • 1 medium sized onion
  • 3 tbsp. coconut oil
  • A few drops of your favorite essential oil

Grate the onion and strain the juice by using a clean cheesecloth. Mix the coconut oil and onion juice. Add the essential oil and mix. Massage the mixture into your scalp and leave it there for 90 minutes. Wash your hair with shampoo and warm water afterwards. Do not use this treatment more than once a week.

4. Onion and rum potion

  • 1 medium sized onion
  • 2 fl oz rum

Chop the onion. Place the onion and rum in a glass jar and let the mixture sit overnight. Strain the mixture and apply it on your scalp. Do this treatment once a week.