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Here are 5 benefits of using curd on your hair you didn’t know about

Have you ever thought about applying dahi on your hair? If no, then here are 5 benefits which will convince you to try it out now.
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Curd has oodles of benefits for hair! Image courtesy: Shutterstock
Shreya Gupta Published: 26 Aug 2020, 07:08 pm IST
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If you are looking for one solution for five hair problems, then place your bets on dahi or curd. You must have grown up listening to your grandma talking about the good things curd has to offer. After all, from eating it with lunch to applying it on your face and hair–dahi is fit for all. 

Curd is a good source of protein, calcium, vitamins, minerals and fatty acids that make it an excellent ingredient for luscious and strong hair. While some incorporate curd in their diet to get the nutrients for healthy hair, others apply it directly to the hair and scalp to treat conditions like dandruff and itchiness.

Also, read: Stop hair loss and get rid of dandruff with these DIY hibiscus hair masks

In fact, here are five wonderful things dahi can do for your hair:

1. Promotes hair growth
Curd has lactic acids which cleanse the scalp and help in getting rid of dead skin cells. This strengthens the roots and promotes hair growth. Curd is a byproduct of milk and it contains zinc and biotin which is known for promoting hair growth.

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Why spend thousands at the salon when you can get lustrous hair at home? Image courtesy: Shutterstock

2. Leaves your hair soft and shiny
Curd has the ability to moisturise and soften your hair. This further reduces the frizz and gives your hair a lustrous shine.

3. Controls your dandruff
Curd has myriad benefits for hair and one of them is controlling dandruff. Your scalp plays a major role in your hair health and studies show that Propionibacterium and Staphylococcus are the two most common bacteria living in our scalp. Research also indicates that encouraging the growth of these two bacteria can help you get rid of dandruff. Dahi naturally contains propionibacterium bacteria, so it can help you leave your dandruff behind.

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Curd also acts as a natural anti-dandruff product because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

4. Prevents hair fall
Curd is rich in protein and provides the nourishment that your hair needs for proper growth. The nutrients in curd help in maintaining the health of your hair. With proper nourishment reaching your hair, it makes it stronger and prevents further hair fall.

Also, read: Struggling with hair fall? So did I, until my mom suggested this DIY hair oil

5. Deeply conditions your hair
Dahi is a great natural conditioner. It contains fatty acids that help in moisturising your hair. The lactic acid really helps in softening the tresses and is a great alternative to your otherwise chemical conditioner.

Now do away with your chemical hair products and try dahi to reap its benefits!

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Finding nirvana in good food, Shreya also loves reading books and is a die-hard Potterhead. Confident and motivated she's fun to be with. Plus food. Always. ...Read More

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