A herbal solution
NEETA’S Herbal offers a safe and natural solution for hair problems. A pioneer in
Ayurvedic hair treatment,
Neeta Gosalia introduced her corrective formulas after years of research.
There are a multitude of reasons a person may start losing hair. Research has shown that stress is a vital factor in determining hair condition. A poor haircare regime, climate changes, lifestyle and diet also contribute to the loss of hair growth. It is very important to ascertain your hair type and look after it specifically.
Hair fall comes under two categories – distributed over the whole scalp or localised to certain areas of the scalp. Some cases of alopecia are caused by infection of bacteria or other pathogens while others may be attributed to severe systemic disease.
Other problems associated with the hair and scalp include alopecia areata, dandruff, rashes, itchiness, pimple-like protrusions (sometimes pus-filled), dry and brittle hair, premature greying, patchy hair fall and male-pattern hair fall. Dry, brittle hair with split ends can be due to frequent perming, straightening and excessive use of the hair dryer.
The hair root is responsible for all its natural qualities. Therefore, root nourishment is essential for healthy strong, shiny hair.
“It’s difficult to change your eating habits, but you must. Instead of carbonated drinks, take fruit juice, soya milk or barley drink, which are not only nutritious but helps reduce heat in the body,” advises Neeta. “You may even need a blood test if you have an illness. Hairstylists inexperienced with the physiology of hair health may recommend a perm to temporarily volumise your hair.
“However, once it wears off you are left with visible gaps between the curls. Also, the highly concentrated chemically active lotion used is severely detrimental to hair follicles.”
Covering damp hair should be avoided – when the scalp eventually sweats, the dampness will not only give off a bad odour but also attract fungi and bacteria.
Washing hair three times a week is sufficient for this hot and humid climate, but some people may need to wash daily using a mild shampoo. Use a conditioner to replace moisture loss.
In some cases, hair fall appears to be common among male family members – such genetic disorders may also be treated depending on severity and whether the pores can still be activated. A thorough consultation will provide a clear treatment path.
For premature greying, treatment should be done from the onset. Neeta advises not to pull out grey hair, as forceful removal seems to cause a chain reaction on other follicles, causing an increase in the production of de-pigmented hair. Protein treatment, minerals and vitamin supplements are said to lessen the problem of greying but there are more effective ways to eradicate this issue. Frequent changing of shampoos, which are mostly detergent-based, should also be avoided. Know your hair type before choosing hair products.
Apart from haircare, Neeta’s Herbal also administers treatment for skin problems and disorders. It also provides wigs, hair extensions and customised wigs.
For details, visit Neeta’s Herbal International headquarters at 101, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur or call its hotline at Bangsar (03-2282 8868), Brickfields (03-2276 4868), Damansara Utama (03-7728 6751), Klang (03- 33181412) or Ampang (03-4266 1728), log on to www.neetasherbal.com or e-mail info@ neetasherbal.com.