Fenugreek seeds for healthier hair

Many common kitchen ingredients can be useful for beauty and self care and fenugreek seeds are one of them.  They are often used in home remedies to help keep hair healthy and strong.

Fenugreek seeds contain nutrients such as protein, iron and other compounds that may support hair and scalp health.  They can help nourish dry hair strengthen the roots and make hair look softer and shinier.

Here are some simple ways to use fenugreek seeds for hair care.

For dry hair

Fenugreek can help add moisture to dry and dull hair.  Mix one tablespoon of ground fenugreek with two to three tablespoons of warm coconut oil.  Apply it to your hair after shampooing leave it for about 30 minutes, and then wash it out.

For stronger hair

Soak two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds overnight and blend them into a smooth paste.  Apply the paste from the roots to the ends before shampooing. This can help nourish weak and brittle hair.

For dandruff

Fenugreek may also help keep the scalp clean and reduce dandruff.  Mix three tablespoons of soaked fenugreek with half a teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply the mixture to your scalp leave it for around 15 minutes and then wash your hair.

For shinier hair

You can also use fenugreek water as a final hair rinse. Strain the water from soaked fenugreek seeds and pour it over your hair after washing. It can leave dry and dull hair feeling softer and looking shinier.