The chile is one of the ingredients that cannot be missing in Mexican kitchens, as it is a fundamental part of our gastronomy. But did you know that chile has great benefits for hair?

At kiwilimón, we tell you all about the properties of chile, from its health benefits to how to use it to achieve the long and strong hair you have always dreamed of.

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Benefits of chile for hair


According to the portal Healthline, chiles have multiple health benefits, including pain relief and weight loss. The capsaicin found in chiles may help temporarily desensitize pain receptors, thereby alleviating pain caused by reflux. On the other hand, some studies have found that capsaicin decreases appetite and increases fat burning, thus contributing to weight loss.

Moreover, chile also has beauty benefits that can help you achieve the long and strong hair of your dreams, as well as help control hair loss.

According to Farmacias San Pablo, capsaicin, vitamin C, and vitamin A are the main substances responsible for the benefits of chile on hair, including preventing and controlling hair loss, accelerating hair growth, and controlling dandruff, in addition to helping it become soft and shiny.

Capsaicin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and can promote blood flow to the scalp, thus aiding in the growth of healthy hair, as noted by Curl Centric.

Additionally, a 2007 study found that the combined administration of capsaicin and isoflavone can increase hair follicle production, thus promoting hair growth. However, more studies are still needed on the benefits that chile may have for hair.

A couple of years ago, a trend emerged on social media suggesting the application of chile oil, and sometimes even chili paste or whole chiles, directly on the scalp, supposedly to promote hair growth. However, as experts from the specialized center for hair loss and care The Belgravia Centre point out, this trend can have adverse side effects, such as irritation, burns, and inflammation of the scalp. Therefore, it is best to seek medical advice before using this type of remedy lightly.

How to make homemade chili shampoo?
While you can find a wide variety of shampoos in stores and supermarkets, including shampoos that contain chile, you can also prepare your own with natural ingredients at home using this recipe shared by American Chronicles.

Ingredients:

• 1 chile
• 5 bunches of rosemary
• Your preferred shampoo
• ½ liter of water

Instructions:

1. In a pot, bring the water to a boil and add the washed chile and rosemary. Let it boil for 5 minutes.
2. Remove the pot from heat, let it cool, and strain the chile and rosemary infusion into a bottle.
3. Add your preferred shampoo to the bottle and shake to mix thoroughly.

To use this homemade chili shampoo, you should wash your hair with it and let it sit for 10 minutes. You can use it every day until it runs out, but after that, it is necessary to wait 2 months before restarting its use.

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Now that you know the benefits that chile can have for your hair, you are ready to show off silky and healthy locks. Remember that at kiwilimón, you can find the best beauty tips for hair and skin care with natural ingredients.