How to Mix Aloe, Coconut & Wheat Germ Oil

The juice from an aloe vera plant can soothe and heal the scalp.

Hair loss is a serious issue affecting both men and women today. Many hair loss treatments contain chemicals which are harmful to the environment and can provide disappointing results. An old Native American treatment combines the natural soothing properties of aloe with the healing properties of wheat germ oil and coconut oil. Wheat germ oil improves circulation, which can stimulate hair follicles, while the composition of the coconut has been known to aid in hair regrowth. An equal combination of these three ingredients creates a natural and effective hair loss treatment that can also soothe dry, itchy scalps.

Things You'll Need

• Bowl
• Spoon

Instructions

1. Locate pure aloe vera, wheat germ oil and coconut oil or coconut milk at your local health food store.

2. Combine an equal mixture of aloe, wheat germ and coconut oil or milk into a bowl.

3. Replace your shampoo with the mixture and massage the ingredients into your hair using circular motions.

4. Use as often as desired.

Tips & Warnings

• Coconut oil and milk can be used interchangeably; the oil is more pungent.

• There is no guaranteed cure for hair loss. This method has been effective for some people, but won't necessarily work for everyone.

• Wheat germ oil has a strong and distinct smell; regular application of your normal shampoo a few minutes after the treatment should alleviate the smell.

References

• Bitter Root Restoration: Importance of Aloe Vera
• Mountain Rose Herbs: Wheat Germ Oil Profile
• Organic Facts; Health Benefits of Coconut Oil; Kiran Patil
• The Healthy Living Site: Natural Remedies to Prevent Hair Loss

Resources

• NIH; National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Aloe Vera; December 2006