Homegrown haircare products to combat every hair concern

All Indian families have certain things in common. Old T-shirts that become mops, no plastic (or paper) bag ever goes to waste and we’re all (at least) borderline hoarders. Another thing that plays a very critical role in all our homes is haircare. Waking up to the smell of your grandmother cooking her famous onion oil and then giving you a hot champi just hits differently. 

Thankfully, a lot of homegrown brands are now tapping into these natural ingredients that our hair has grown up with. Aloe vera, fenugreek, hibiscus flower, the list goes on. These work so hard and yet so gently on the hair, it’s like your hair is falling in love. 

We’ve rounded up a list of products that will leave you with this wholesome feeling while still targeting and combatting whatever hair troubles you might be facing. Scroll down and maybe you'll unlock the secret to keeping your hair dancing with glee.

Re’equil’s Hair Fall Control Serum 

Waking up to the design your hair strands have created on your pillow case incurs the feeling of your stomach dropping to your knees. Hair fall is a tricky problem to fight. It’s all about trying and testing a combination of home remedies and hair products to see what works. Don’t fret. There is no point crying over spilt hair strands. Especially since this hair fall control serum from Re’equil might just be what you’re looking for. 

It’s packed with Pisum sativum sprout extract that works towards reactivating hair growth, aminexil which is a chemical compound that strengthens the cuticles, and aloe vera extract that contains vitamins A, C, and E. This serum works by reviving hair roots and removing blockages that might’ve formed around the follicles and rebalancing the hair life cycle. 
₹ 556

The Earth Collective Hair Moisturizer 

For all the days your hair feels and looks like the houseplant you can’t be bothered about, this hair moisturizer is like a quick solution to supply it with some TLC. The key ingredients in its formulation are (supposed hair superfood) goji berries, oats and sunflower. These components breathe life back into dull and dry hair by hydrating, fighting off frizz and doing some damage control. As a bonus, you can also use this moisturizer to prep hair before styling. 

To use, take some product (remember, a little goes a long way) and distribute it evenly on damp hair. It’s lightweight, non-greasy and since it’s a leave-on product, it’s not time-consuming either. Talk about being an overachiever. 
₹900

Earth Rhythm’s Murumuru Butter Shampoo Bar 

Sometimes having curly hair can feel like you’re raising a teenager at the peak of their rebellious phase. They get themselves into more tangles than a scooby string and refuse to stay calm. The struggle is real and if this describes the situation you’re wrestling with, we feel you. But instead of turning to your trusty straightener every two days, maybe try restocking your bathroom beauty shelf with products that cater directly to curly/wavy hair. You can start with this shampoo bar from Earth Rhythm. 

Formulated with clean ingredients like murumuru butter, plant-derived surfactant and vitamin E, this product softens the hair and helps detangle and battles frizz like a warrior in a tin box. 
₹249

Juicy Chemistry’s Hibiscus, Amla and Bhringaraj Hair Oil 

All products from this brand are vegan, cruelty-free, handmade and free from sulphates. The hair oil we’re discussing today is a blend of 13 powerful natural substances, including hibiscus, amla and bhringaraj. The ingredient list of this hair oil reads like a recipe (it’s not, just saying!). 

Think of this product as the scalp care expert you didn’t know you needed to consult. It not only does what all hair oils are supposed to do—condition and nourish—but it also prevents premature greying of the hair and increases blood circulation to hair follicles. Maybe it’s time to ask yourself—is it champi time yet? 
₹900

The Tribe’s Organic Hair Cleanser  

The organic answer to clarifying shampoos, this hair cleanser goes deep into your hair and rids it of all the dirt, debris, and product buildup. It leaves the natural nutrients of your hair intact. Think, no more overly cleansed, parched and crispy hair. The key ingredients in this organic hair cleanser include fenugreek, soap berries, shikakai, Indian gooseberries and hibiscus leaf extract. If some of these sound familiar it’s because these ingredients are critical part of age-old haircare traditions.  

This hair cleanser helps to make hair strong from the roots, stimulates growth and gives it a healthy sheen. To use, take 4-5 tablespoons (depending on the length of your hair) and mix it well with 1/4th mug of water to form a thick liquid consistency. 
₹1,347