Hair: control hair loss, oiliness and dandruff with natural teas –

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You already know: balanced nutrition does a damn good to the wires. And the good old tea can indeed be included in the diet with countless benefits — the basil tea, for example, can act in the loss of hair. But it is by applying the drink directly to the locks that the result appears faster.

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“Teas are great allies in hair treatments because they contain specific properties that promote effective results”, says Renata Souza, specialist in natural hair treatments at Spa Dios, in São Paulo.

The process is simple: just place the chosen plant in water and bring it to a boil. Wait for it to cool down and start the application. “It must be done on clean hair, separated by strands, with a comb or brush. Twenty minutes is enough for the properties to be absorbed”, teaches the expert. Then just wash normally.

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Alert: be aware of the temperature of the mix! If it’s too hot, it can burn the scalp and damage the wires. Below is a list of plants that can alleviate three common problems:

Fall: jaborandi, birch and rosemary.

Oiliness: nettle, cinnamon and green tea.

Dandruff: basil and sage.