{"id":764,"date":"2024-09-03T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=764"},"modified":"2024-09-03T16:44:16","modified_gmt":"2024-09-03T16:44:16","slug":"best-herbs-for-natural-hair-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/beauty\/best-herbs-for-natural-hair-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Herbs for Natural Hair Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-logos-only is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BotanicChoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 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What\u2019s yours saying? That you\u2019re old and tired just like your limp, lifeless hair? Thinning hair telling the world you\u2019re unhealthy? Don\u2019t let your hair betray you! Start with these natural hair remedies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The phrase, \u201cYou are what you eat\u201d applies especially to your hair. If you eat a modern diet of processed foods, drive-thru dinners and refined sugars, you could be starving your hair of much-needed nutrition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header1\"><strong>Natural hair growth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_268105528-1024x592.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8996\" width=\"550\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_268105528-1024x592.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_268105528-300x173.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_268105528-768x444.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_268105528-1536x888.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_268105528-2048x1184.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Nutrients obtained through your diet go to your organs first, then whatever\u2019s left over &#8211; if anything &#8211; goes to your skin and hair. That\u2019s why your skin and hair are the first to show poor nutrition. Add to that the damaging effects of blow dryers, stress, sun exposure and chemical processing and you can see how your hair suffers. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully, there are <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/beauty-care\/hair-care\/\">natural care products and supplements<\/a> starting with these:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header2\"><strong>Castor Oil for Hair <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Difeel\/Ultra-Growth-98-Natural-Basil-Castor-Hair-Oil-2-5-fl-oz.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">castor oil<\/a> has been all the rage among beauty enthusiast. This time-tested oil continues to be popular for moisturizing scalp and hair shafts and leaving your hair silky smooth. While research is limited, herbalists prize castor oil for its beneficial fatty acid called ricinoleic acid, thought to promote hair growth and protect against hair loss. Just rub a few drops into your scalp, work through to the ends, and enjoy healthier-looking hair. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header3\"><strong>Vitamins and Supplements for Hair Growth<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Energy-Boosters\/Biotin-5000-mcg-60-Vege-Capsules.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Biotin (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Biotin<\/a><strong> <\/strong>\u2013 also known as B-7, biotin enhances the infrastructure of keratin, an important protein that makes up hair, skin and nails. In a small, limited study, researchers concluded that women were less likely to lose hair after taking a supplement containing biotin. <\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vitamins\/B-Vitamins\/Vitamin-B-12-Plus-Iron-100-capsules.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">B-12<\/a><\/strong> -Found in chicken, liver, kidney and eggs, B-12 promotes healthy natural hair growth by supporting red blood cells. &nbsp;<\/li><li>B-3 &#8211; Also called niacin, B-3 promotes blood circulation to your scalp for a continuous supply of blood and oxygen to your hair. &nbsp;<\/li><li>Folic Acid &#8211; Also known as B-9, folic acid deficiency can lead to hair thinning. &nbsp;<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/vitamins\/e-vitamins\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamin E<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211;<\/strong>  Vitamin E is important for healthy skin, hair formation and maintenance. It promotes healthy circulation to the scalp and to the hair follicles. Deficiencies in Vitamin E can result in dull, dry, lackluster hair that does not grow well. <\/li><li>Pantothenic Acid &#8211; Also called B-5 or calcium pantothenate, this vitamin is vital to the health of skin and hair and helps maintain natural hair color. <\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vitamins\/Minerals\/Zinc-50-mg-100-tablets.axd\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Zinc<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Zinc promotes healthy cell and tissue growth, which is why it\u2019s so popular as an immune booster. But this same process also supports hair growth and benefits the oil-secreting glands found in the hair follicles. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_445145190-1024x678.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8997\" width=\"512\" height=\"339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_445145190-1024x678.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_445145190-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_445145190-768x509.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_445145190-1536x1017.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_445145190-2048x1356.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-5a9fb198-3a6a-4d00-b447-65a6ce8120bd\"><li>Iodine<strong>&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>Iodine is needed for proper thyroid function, often an underlying problem of hair loss. Iodine also eases dry hair.<\/li><li>PABA &#8211; A lesser known member of the B-complex vitamins, Para-aminobenzoid Acid (PABA) is found in many hair care products. It acts as a color protector and can boost hair quality and strength.<\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/minerals\" target=\"_blank\">Selenium <\/a>&#8211; This trace mineral is an antioxidant that fights free radicals internally and environmentally.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can take some of these vitamins individually, your best bet is to find a blend containing them. Pair them with special shampoos, conditioners, and oils specifically developed to keep your hair shiny and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure your hair isn\u2019t betraying your age and vitality by starting with these fabulous &nbsp;products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=764&amp;action=edit#Header0\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Back To Top\u25b2<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Beauty-Care\/Hair-Care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Hair Care<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this Healthy Insight: Natural Hair Growth Castor Oil for Hair Vitamins and Supplements for hair growth Your hair is one of the first things people notice about you. What\u2019s yours saying? 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