Pooja Gupta Pooja Gupta Asked 5 months ago

Why did my hair fall increase after using onion juice?

My friends recommended applying onion juice to my scalp for hair growth. I tried it for a few weeks, but now I'm noticing more hair fall than before. Is it possible that the onion juice is actually making my hair fall worse instead of helping? I was really hoping it would work.

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Prakash Reddy Prakash Reddy Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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Look, onion juice is strong, it can irritate the scalp. If hair fall increased, it means it's not suiting you. Stop using it immediately. Stick to milder, proven things or consult a dermatologist. Don't experiment blindly with home remedies.

Smita Arora Smita Arora Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Oh no, looks like your hair wanted to make a grand exit after the onion party! 😂 Sometimes these 'natural' remedies are too harsh for our scalp. It might have caused irritation. Stop using it for a while and give your scalp some rest and gentle oiling.

Anand Sharma Anand Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Sometimes what works for one, does not work for another. Our bodies are unique. If something is causing more harm, it's a sign to stop. Take care of your body with kindness and seek gentle solutions. Nature provides many ways for healing, find what resonates with you peacefully.

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Meena Kumari Meena Kumari Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Onion juice is quite potent, na? Some people find it very irritating for their scalp, leading to more hair fall or even dryness. It's not for everyone. Best to stop using it for some time and see if the hair fall reduces. Maybe try gentle oil massages instead.

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Aww, that's not what you expected, is it? 🙁 Sometimes onion juice can be too strong and irritate the scalp, leading to more hair fall. Definitely stop using it if it's causing problems! Maybe try some light hair oiling with coconut oil instead for a while! ✨

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Kavita Deshmukh Kavita Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Ho na, aisa bhi hota hai. Sometimes these home remedies are too strong for sensitive scalp, ya phir pure onion juice is too much concentration. Thoda irritation se bhi hair fall badh jaata hai. Better to stop and use some soothing oil for a bit, no?

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