Home remedies to banish grey hair on a budget
We can get rid of grey hair at the hairdresser, but that involves considerable costs. An alternative is home remedies that allow you to hide greyness without straining your budget. These tricks were already used by our grandmothers years ago.
30 October 2024 14:12
For many people, grey hair is associated with aging. However, many factors influence its appearance on our heads, not just age. Genetics plays a key role. Premature greying of hair is also caused by stress, consuming too much coffee and alcohol, smoking, and thyroid diseases. Melanocytes, which are cells that produce melanin, are responsible for hair colour. Due to the above, their number decreases, and greyness becomes more and more visible. How can you address this?
Get rid of grey hair cheaply and effectively
If the greyness has reached a stage where it practically covers all the hair on your head, then dyeing at the hairdresser is probably the only way to get rid of it. However, if it's just a few strands, quick and inexpensive home rinses are sufficient. You only need natural ingredients to prepare them.
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An effective method for getting rid of grey hair is to use a rinsing solution made from ground coffee. It will not only effectively mask the silver hue but also deepen the natural colour, e.g., dark blonde or light brown. How do you make it? The recipe is very simple. Pour about 500 millilitres (or 2 cups) of water over a few tablespoons of freshly ground coffee and cook for a few minutes. Strain and let it cool. Massage the prepared rinse into previously washed hair. Leave the liquid on for about 20 minutes, and then rinse your head. Regular use of this method shows results after just two weeks.
Another way to achieve a new colour is by using a rinsing solution made from walnut shells. This is particularly recommended for light brunettes and redheads. Place a handful of shells in a pot, cover with water, and cook for 30 minutes until the water becomes dark brown. When the infusion cools, pour it over the strands and leave it on your head for about 15 minutes. After rinsing the mixture, dry your hair as usual. You will see results after a few uses.
Another alternative to professional dyeing in a hair salon is a black tea rinse. This is the ideal option for light blondes. Regular rinsing of the hair with a strong infusion of dark herbs can darken the hair colour and add shine, as well as hide the first grey hairs. To make this method work, we must prepare a so-called "axe," which involves brewing several tea bags in one cup of boiling water and waiting for it to cool down. The infusion should be applied to the hair as often as possible. The grey strands will gradually become less visible, and the blonde colour will deepen.
