Radhika Apte Haircare Tips: What Makes Her Hair So Luscious

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During the past few years, Radhika Apte has carved a niche in cinema and on OTT platforms. The multilingual actress has acted in films in Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, and English.

When it comes to beauty or life, her Instagram photos provide a constant reminder that she keeps it real.

A true southern beauty, Apte is the epitome of glamour on and off screen and while her performance on the screen is stellar, her beautiful mane is no less impressive.

There is no doubt that Radhika Apte swears by hibiscus as a hair treatment, and our opinion is the same.

"My mother used to oil my hair and she sometimes even used hibiscus gel on my scalp," says Radhika Apte in a Vogue interview [1].

Read on to know more about Radhika Apte Haircare Tips.

Radhika Apte Haircare Tips: How To Use Her Favourite Ingredient In Her Haircare Routine

Is Hibiscus Good For Hair Growth?

Hibiscus is enriched with a number of beneficial ingredients that aid in stopping hair loss and preventing baldness.

The extract of hibiscus leaves and flowers contains vitamin C, flavonoids, amino acids, mucilage fibre, and antioxidants, which nourish your hair, promote hair growth, and make your hair soft and silky [2].

There are many types of hibiscus available in a variety of sizes, shapes, colours, including red, pink, yellow, orange, and white. However, the original wild type of this plant bears bright red flowers and is the best for your hair [3].

1. Simple hibiscus mask

• It is best to take approximately 15 hibiscus leaves and 3 flowers.
• Wash them and separate the petals from them.
• Use a blender to grind them all and mix in some water. Make a smooth paste by applying it to the roots and strands and covering them.
• Let it sit for 30-40 minutes and wash them with a mild shampoo.
• You can use it 2-3 times a week.

2. Hibiscus and amla powder mask

• Combine equal amounts of amla and hibiscus powder.
• Add water to make a smooth but not runny pasty.
• Apply hair and scalp and leave for 40 minutes.
• Gently rinse with cold water.

3. Hibiscus and fenugreek hair mask

• In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of ground hibiscus leaves with 1 tablespoon of powdered fenugreek seeds and 14 cups of buttermilk.
• Allow the mixture to sit for an hour on your scalp.
• Make sure you cover all areas thoroughly with the mixture.
• Wash it off with cold water.

Note: Always do a patch test before using any new products, be it natural or chemical.