Looking for a natural way to reduce gray hair? This simple two-ingredient remedy can help you to restore your natural hair color while nourishing your scalp and hair. It’s an affordable, chemical-free solution that has been used for generations.
This simple remedy, using just potato peels and water, is easy to make and gentle on your hair while gradually darkening gray hair over time.
Potato peels are high in starch, which helps darken gray hair naturally by staining it. Regular use can enhance the pigmentation of your hair, making gray strands less noticeable. Additionally, potato peels are loaded with vitamins and minerals that nourish the scalp and improve overall hair health.
What You’ll Need
1–2 cups of potato peels (from 4–5 medium potatoes)
2 cups of water
– Step 1:
Add the potato peels to a pot with 2 cups of water.
Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes.
– Step 2:
Remove the pot from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely.
Strain the liquid into a bowl, discarding the peels. The remaining liquid is your natural hair rinse.
– Start with clean, shampooed hair.
– Pour the potato peel liquid slowly over your hair, making sure it saturates your scalp and strands. You can use a spray bottle for easier application.
– Massage your scalp gently, then leave the rinse on for 20–30 minutes.
– You can rinse it out with lukewarm water or leave it in for better results.
– 2–3 times a week for best results. Over time, you’ll notice your gray hairs gradually darkening and blending with your natural color.
Week 1: Your hair will feel softer and shinier.
Week 2–3: Gray hairs will start to appear less noticeable as the natural color begins to return.
Regular application can help maintain darker hair and prevent grays from becoming prominent.
