Essential Hair Supplements & Weekly Hair Growth Routine
Essential Hair Supplements
1. Biotin (Vitamin B7) - 5000 mcg daily
- Supports hair growth and thickness.
- Take with food.
2. Vitamin D3 - 1000 IU daily
- Boosts follicle health.
- Best taken in the morning with healthy fat.
3. Iron (with Vitamin C) - 1 tablet/day after lunch
- Prevents shedding due to deficiency.
- Do not take with calcium or dairy.
4. Zinc - 10 mg/day
- Reduces shedding and supports scalp health.
5. Omega-3 (Fish Oil or Flaxseed) - 1000 mg/day
- Improves scalp condition and hair strength.
Optional (For hormonal imbalance or PCOS):
6. Saw Palmetto - 160-320 mg/day
- Blocks excess androgens to reduce thinning.
Brands: HealthKart, Himalayan Organics, Cipla, OZiva, Swanson, GNC.
Weekly Hair Growth & Scalp Routine
Oiling (2x/week):
- Mix coconut oil + castor oil + 2 drops rosemary oil.
Essential Hair Supplements & Weekly Hair Growth Routine
- Warm slightly, massage into scalp for 10 mins.
- Leave overnight or for 2 hours before washing.
Scalp Massage (3x/week):
- Use fingertips or a wooden brush.
- Boosts blood circulation.
Washing (2-3x/week):
- Use a mild, sulfate-free shampoo (like Mamaearth, Wow, or Kama Ayurveda).
- Follow with a light conditioner on ends only.
Hair Mask (1x/week):
- Aloe vera gel + curd + a few drops of oil.
- Leave for 30 mins, then rinse.
Avoid:
- Heat styling, tight hairstyles, frequent shampooing, hard water (use filtered or boiled water).
Optional: Rinse hair with green tea or rice water once a week.