Discover the benefits of nettle for hair

Nettle acts as a powerful anti-hair-loss ingredient, adds shine and luminosity, and helps combat and prevent dandruff. We explain the benefits of nettle for hair and why products

formulated with this plant can be worth including in your hair routine. Nettle is often known as a weed because its leaves create a substance that causes inflammation and intense stinging.

In the past it was even called the plant of the blind, because it could be recognised simply by touching it. The nettle plant has many benefits for the body, for the skin and especially for the hair. The reason is that it is rich in vitamins and

minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, silicon, zinc, phosphorus and potassium.

Nettle and its benefits according to hair type.

Oily hair. This plant has antioxidant properties that help combat oily hair. As mentioned above, nettle is rich in vitamins A, C and K, which benefit the hair. With its use, we can help combat and prevent dandruff,

• eczema and itching, and support sebum production on the scalp. Sebum is an oil produced by the sebaceous glands to help prevent hair from becoming excessively greasy or dry.
• Weak hair. Nettle leaves also strengthen weaker hair. Among their benefits, they can help

increase volume, provide hydration to the scalp,

leave hair looking shinier in cases of dry hair and oxygenate the hair bulb. Nettle and its power against hair loss.

• Using hair products that contain nettle, with its regenerating properties, can help combat hair loss because it improves blood flow in the scalp.
• However, in cases of alopecia disorders, we recommend consulting a specialist before using these products so they can advise on
• the treatment that best suits your needs. It is also worth noting that one of the many benefits of nettle is helping prevent hair
• loss in women who suffer from anaemia or significant hormonal disorders, such as heavy periods or pregnancy. Would you like a recommendation for nettle treatments for your hair?

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