Ingredients
- 1 medium onion
- Cheesecloth or a fine strainer
- Cotton ball or spray bottle (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and roughly chop the onion.
- Blend or grate it until it forms a pulp.
- Strain the pulp through a cheesecloth or fine sieve to collect the juice.
- Apply the juice directly to the scalp, gently massaging for a few minutes.
- Leave it on for 15–30 minutes.
- Wash thoroughly with a mild shampoo to remove the odor.
Use once or twice a week if your scalp tolerates it.
Optional Nourishing Hair Mask
For added moisture, combine:
- 2 tablespoons fresh onion juice
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
Mix well, massage into the scalp and hair, leave on for 20–30 minutes, then rinse and shampoo.
Safety Tips
Before using onion juice:
- Perform a patch test on a small area of skin.
- Stop use if you experience burning, redness, or severe irritation.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- Do not apply to broken or infected skin.
People with sensitive skin may find onion juice too irritating.
