Buttermilk and Triphala masks can do wonders for your hair’s health; Ayurveda expert shares recipe, benefits

The sweltering summer heat means bad news for your hair as your luscious locks lose moisture and become dry and brittle. Besides, hair problems like dandruff can add to the comfort of hot summer. It is important to take care of your hair during summer by keeping it nice and moist. An old Ayurvedic remedy to restore the lost luster of your hair would be to mix buttermilk and Triphala Churna together and soak it overnight. The DIY treatment not only helps keep your hair smooth and shiny, but also strengthens it from the root. In addition to cleaning the scalp completely, it also prevents premature gray hair. (Also read: 10 Ayurveda tips to beat heatstroke and stay cool)

Buttermilk’s lactic acid is a mild alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps exfoliate the scalp and remove dead skin cells. It also strengthens your hair.

Triphala powder is a popular addition to hair masks as it has the benefit of three amazing herbs – Haritaki, Bibhitaki and Amla in equal proportions.

“This Takra (milk) recipe has helped many of my patients with their hair problems due to dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema. It can also be used by people without hair problems once in a while to clean the scalp and maintain or improve their hair health,” says Ayurveda expert Dr. Dixa Bhavsar Savaliya in his latest Instagram post.

Buttermilk and Triphala mask recipe

• Take 500 ml of butter milk and add 1 tbsp of Triphala churna to it. Mix it well and keep it overnight.
• The next morning, wash your hair with this milk followed by a mild shampoo.

How often to use this

For dandruff: Twice a week

For psoriasis: Three times a week

For seborrheic dermatitis: Twice a week

Benefits of buttermilk and tripahala hair mask

• Every triphala ingredient has hair care properties.
• Amla is rich in vitamin C and has immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. This helps to strengthen your hair.
• Haritaki contains antioxidants that slow down aging and help delay premature graying.
• Bibhitaki has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti fungal properties which ultimately help with dandruff and clean the scalp.
• Buttermilk on the other hand, soothes and nourishes the itchy scalp with its moisturizing power.
• The probiotics present in buttermilk help keep the scalp healthy by balancing the natural pH levels. This helps fight dandruff and prevent recurrence, leaving your scalp free of blemishes and healthy.
• If you too are annoyed by your dry strands, try this very simple and effective hair care remedy.