Sadabahar (Periwinkle) flowers are known for their medicinal properties, which help promote healthy hair. It is an age-old remedy used in Indian households to improve scalp health. Tap to read five ways to use sadabahar flowers for hair growth and thickness.
Sadabahar hair oil
Crush a handful of sadabahar flowers and mix them with coconut oil. Let it simmer for a few minutes and strain the oil. Massage the oil into it, keep it overnight and rinse it in the morning.
Sadabahar hair rinse
Boil a few sadabahar and let it cool down. Use it as a hair rinse after shampoo to strengthen your hair.
Sadabahar hair mask
Grind fresh sadabahar flowers with curd and aloe vera gel. Apply it onto your scalp for 15-20 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.
Sadabahar hair and hibiscus oil
Crush sadabahar and hibiscus flowers and mix it with coconut oil. Heat the oil for 4-5 minutes and strain it. Massage it onto your scalp and shampoo with lukewarm water after an hour.
Sadabahar infused oil spray
Soak sadabahar flowers in olive oil for a week and strain the oil in a spray bottle. Spray it to your hair for instant shine.
Information credits
This information is taken from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). However, it is always advisable to do a proper patch test before applying directly to your scalp.