How To Use Henna And Amla To Hide Grey Hair At Home?

By Yashika Goel
19 Feb 2025, 19:00 IST

Are you tired of using chemical hair dyes on your hair? Try something natural and homemade to prevent excessive drying of hair. Henna is an age-old remedy to cover grey hair. Tap to read the DIY henna and amla pack.

Ingredients

Collect one cup of henna powder, two tablespoons of amla powder, one cup of water, and two tablespoons of lemon juice.

Make henna paste

Take a bowl and add a cup of henna powder, amla powder, yoghurt, water and lemon juice. Combine it well to make a smooth paste.

Apply the pack

Section your hair and apply it to your hair from roots to ends using a brush. Leave it for 2-4 hours.

Rinse

Rinse your hair gently with shampoo and apply a conditioner to prevent dry hair. Nourish your hair with coconut oil afterwards.

Henna and amla powder benefits

Henna helps give the colour, and amla powder is rich in vitamin C, which helps strengthen the roots.

Directions

Always wear gloves while applying dye to your hair and use a sulphate-free shampoo to maintain the hair colour for longer.

Information credits

This information is taken from the trusted health website, Healthline. However, it is always advisable to do a patch test before applying anything directly to your hair.