Ancient hair pack recipes used by Indian queens for long locks

Long before we had hair repair treatments, serums, and salon blow-dries, Indian queens heavily relied on time-tested hair packs that included botanical and nature-inspired herbs, which offered slow fixes with great results. Here are some ancient hair pack recipes inspired by royal practices that can still be used even today.

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Soaked and ground fenugreek, or methi, seeds mixed with fresh curd help to prevent hair fall and split ends. It improves the overall elasticity of the locks and moisturises the scalp, leaving a soft texture.

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Pluck fresh hibiscus petals and leaves, and crush them with coconut milk to create a thick paste. This hair pack is believed to encourage faster growth and delay premature greying.

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This was a staple in the royal household, where fresh amla and shikakai were blended with warm water or rice water. This strengthened the hair follicles, reduced overall breakage, and cleansed the scalp without stripping natural hair oils.

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The paste of multani mitti and aloe vera was especially used in warmer months of the year, which was used to detoxify the scalp and maintain moisture. From removing extra buildup to soothing the scalp, it prevents hair weakening, which is caused by excess heat.

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Royal women heavily used egg on hair, which is a protein-rich treatment that helps fortify the hair strands and was mixed with almond milk, which reduces breakage and improves overall hair thickness.

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Fermented rice water blended with milk was applied to the lengths of the locks, which improved overall smoothness, reduced hair tangling, and retained the length by minimising damage.

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Ancient queens who dealt with scalp irritation and intense hair fall used to blend fresh neem leaves with sandalwood powder and apply this antibacterial paste to keep the scalp clean and healthy.

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Though this potion used to be pungent, it was prized for encouraging thicker growth and is still used today. It improves blood circulation to the scalp, which promotes hair growth and strengthens the hair roots. You can use it with rose water for better essence and smell.