Canitia, or the appearance of white hair, is a natural phenomenon generally associated with aging, although it can sometimes occur at an early age. Many people then turn to chemical colorations to camouflage them. However, there is a natural and healthy solution that gives your hair a nice natural color ...
Where do the white hairs come from?
The appearance of white hair is linked to a decrease in the production of melanin, a natural pigment that gives color to hair, eyes and skin. The melanocytes responsible for its production weaken with age and their functioning is therefore reduced.
In addition, a European study showed that there is another factor favoring hair discoloration: hydrogen peroxide. This chemical compound is produced in very small amounts by the hair follicles and is neutralized by an antioxidant enzyme called catalase. Now, with age, catalase production decreases, which causes an accumulation of hydrogen peroxide that has the ability to inhibit melanin production and lighten the hair.
Besides these phenomena related to the natural aging process, there are other factors that accelerate the appearance of white hair, such as stress, extreme climate, hormonal disorders and genetics.
To help you delay the canitie and naturally hide your white hair, here is a simple trick to achieve the natural color of your hair.
Tip to delay and hide the white hair:
Due to its high caffeine content, black tea is very beneficial for the hair, which it nourishes, protects, and whose growth it accelerates. According to a German study, whose results have been published in the International Journal of Dermatology, caffeine has the ability to inhibit the action of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a male hormone that accelerates the hair growth cycle causing Less effective shoot, faster fall and premature depletion of the hair follicle.
In addition to stimulating the growth of your hair and slowing down the growth cycle, black tea is also known for its coloring action that masks white hair and gives it shine.
To take advantage of all these properties, here's how to prepare your black tea treatment.
Black tea for hair care
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons black tea (powder or leaf)
- 1 bowl of water
Preparation:
Pour the black tea powder into the bowl of water and bring to the boil. Then, let infuse overnight. The next day, apply the filtered infusion over your entire hair and let it act for about 30 minutes, before rinsing in clear water only.
You can also prepare another infusion by adding 1 teaspoon of salt to the previous ingredients, and follow the same method of preparation.
For the application, filter the infusion once it has cooled down, pour it into a spray bottle, and then generously spray your hair. Allow to dry then rinse your hair without using shampoo. Renew the application 2 to 3 times per week, for best results.
Do not forget to apply a moisturizing treatment (vegetable oil ideally) because the tea can leave hair rough.