Recently, B-vitamins have been getting a lot of medical attention because their he alth benefits are endless. They are used for various skin and heart diseases, ulcers, atherosclerosis (vascular disease), anemia, and are also used to prevent many diseases. A group of vitamins has a positive effect on the condition of the skin, nails, teeth and, of course, hair! The most popular representatives are vitamins B1, B6, B12.
Benefits of Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
This vitamin plays an important role in carbohydrate metabolism. If carbohydrates are used by the body incompletely due to a lack of B1, then the process of accumulation of lactic and pyruvic acid begins. Over time, this will lead to a disorder of the central nervous system and to the abnormal functioning of all cells, as a result of which the condition of the skin, nails and hair worsens.
Using vitamin B1 for hair that has lost its luster and vitality is a must. The product in capsules is available in a pharmacy and is applied to the scalp. Its action is:
- fast regeneration of skin cells;
- strengthening the hair follicle;
- stimulation processgrowth;
- improve the overall condition of the hair.
Medicated thiamine is also needed, and to maintain the natural strength of the hair, it is necessary to constantly eat foods rich in vitamin B1. Hair needs nutrition from the inside as well as from the outside.
Natural sources of thiamine
Vitamin is practically not synthesized in the body, so it is very important to include it in the diet. Its daily requirement is up to three mg, and it is abundant in foods such as:
- Pork. This meat contains the highest amount of vitamin. For example, in beef it is 10 times less.
- Peanuts.
- Buckwheat porridge and oatmeal.
- Green peas.
- Yeast.
Also found in small amounts in milk, eggs, cabbage, legumes, cereals, dried fruits, table mustard, lentils.
Thiamin hair mask (recipes)
Hair growth requires more than just vitamin B1. The hair mask has the following composition: 1 egg yolk + 2 tbsp. spoons of linseed oil + 2 tbsp. spoons of almond oil + 10 drops of thiamine.
From hair loss, this recipe is popular: 4 tbsp. spoons of burdock oil heated in a water bath + 10 drops of thiamine + 1 egg yolk.
For dry and brittle hair, it is recommended to take ½ avocado and extract the pulp from it. Mix 10 drops of thiamine and a few drops of ylang-ylang essential oil with it.
For thickhair vitamin B1 (teaspoon) is added to a mixture of oils such as almond, burdock, sea buckthorn (two tablespoons each). You also need to add 1 egg yolk here.
As you can see, masks use not only vitamin B1 for hair. It is necessary to rub it in all the masks presented, after which a plastic cap is put on and the head is wrapped with a warm towel. The treatment time is 15-20 minutes, the interval between reapplication is 7 days.
Other B vitamins for hair he alth
It is clear that B1 for hair brings undeniable benefits. After a course of its application, they have a natural color, become elastic, smooth, soft and durable. But group B is also rich in other types of vitamins (B6, B12), which will also affect the structure of the hair and scalp in a beneficial way.
B6 (pyridoxine) is involved in such metabolic processes as fat, amino acid, protein, its average daily dose for an adult is 1.5–3 mg. With a lack of keratin protein, which is a building block, the hair structure deteriorates and dullness appears. For problems with the scalp, namely dryness, itching, the complex use of pyridoxine is recommended: inside the body and as hair masks. By the way, a lack of vitamin B6 can lead to dandruff.
B12 (cyanocobalamin) - a vitamin involved in such metabolic processes as hematopoiesis, cell division, regulation of the amount of amino acids and fat in the body. The daily norm for an adult is 2-3 mcg. With a lack of cyanocobalamin, the process of delivering oxygen to the hair is disrupted (the follicles do not receive enough red blood cells through the capillaries).
Vitamins B1, B6, B12 for hair. How to apply?
B vitamins are usually not mixed with each other, since one can inhibit the action of the other or increase the allergic reaction, including B1 and B6. As for cyanocobalamin, when mixed with other "brothers" in the group, it precipitates.
Usually vitamins B1, B6, B12 are used as homemade hair masks. It is more effective than cosmetics from store shelves. For the quick action of the vitamin mask, dimexide is used - an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, analgesic that can improve metabolic processes and penetrate deep into the cell, thereby ensuring the penetration of vitamins.
When opening an ampoule with thiamine, pyridoxine or cyanocobalamin, it is not recommended to leave the remedy for the next time. When storing the ampoule in an open form, the drug loses its properties and becomes ineffective. Better to use it right away.
Adding a vitamin to beauty products
Almost all B vitamins have an effective effect on the scalp, including B6, B12, B1. For hair, it brings shine, softness, strong structure and resilience. The fact is that these vitamins are responsible for the synthesis of polyunsaturated fatty acids. Why inas a preventive goal not to add them to cosmetics?
For the effect, it is recommended to add 3-5 capsules of B12 or another vitamin from this group to the shampoo (250 ml). But with prolonged contact with the skin, the vitamin will lose its properties, so it is necessary to calculate the dose for several applications. It's better to do more later. By the way, after the first wash, the shampoo must be washed off, and then applied again and held for 5-7 minutes so that the product has time to act.
Thiamin, pyridoxine or cyanocobalamin can be added to lotions, masks, liquid soaps, etc.
Vitamins B6, B12, B1 for hair. Reviews
Judging by the numerous reviews, the benefits of vitamins are obvious. Some beautiful ladies do not see the result of the action of vitamins, but as soon as they stop using them, their hair immediately begins to fall out and the natural shine of the hair is lost. Hair masks are very popular, in which not only thiamine, pyridoxine or cyanocobalamin is added, but also essential oils of ylang-ylang, tea tree, rosemary and others. It all depends on what effect is needed.
Vitamins B1, B6, B12 for hair, reviews of which are positive, should be consumed in large quantities with food, and in critical condition, a course of intravenous injection of preparations containing these vitamins is recommended. Usually, hair loses its volume and shine after the use of antibiotics or prolonged illness.
Contraindications to the use of hair masks with B vitamins
The only contraindication isan allergic reaction of the body to one of the vitamins. When using for the first time, it is necessary to conduct a test: apply the product on the elbow and wait 5-10 minutes. If no reaction followed (redness, itching, irritation), then you can safely proceed to the cosmetic procedure.
And do not mix all the vitamins together, usually it brings little effect, and in the worst case - allergies.
