Hair loss is a common problem for both men and women. Actually, it is more frequent in men, but women are not spared by it, too. People who have experienced this problem know how frustrating it can be and how important is to find a safe and effective treatment.

Fortunately, there are certain herbal hair loss remedies. Some of them are used to maintain the scalp and hair healthy in order to avoid hair loss, while others are used to promote new hair growth. Here are some of them.

1. Henna – this herb has been used for numerous years for maintenance of healthy hair which reduces the possibilities of hair loss problems.

2. Aloe Vera – a plant very popular among Native Americans and Caribbean people who used it to prevent hair loss and to keep their hair in a healthy condition. A shampoo made of Aloe Vera, wheat germ oil and coconut milk cleans the scalp and stimulates its healing.

3. Jojoba oil – an extract successfully used for treatment of skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis. It is also very effective for treatment of dandruff.

4. Lavender oil and bay oil – aroma therapists recommend these herbal remedies as they stimulate new hair growth. They are applied to the scalp with light massage.

5. Horsetail – this herb is known for its ability to stimulate hair follicles. It makes the hair stronger and encourages hair growth, so it is very effective in cases of pattern baldness.

6. Rosemary – a plant that is very effective for hair loss treatment. It can be used in the form of oil and in this case it is massaged into the scalp.

7. Saw Palmetto – this herb successfully block DHT hormone which is known to be among the causes of hair loss. Saw Palmetto comes in different forms, including oil or capsule, and it is often included as an ingredient in various preparations.