Statistically Americans spend more than 3.5 billion dollars a year in an attempt to treat their hair loss. There are a wide variety of innovative treatments for hair loss and thinning hair on the market today, and some are effective, while others are not.<br><br>Herbal remedies have long being used for many medicinal purposes including treating hair loss. Olive oil has been used for centuries for cooking and healing, but it also has emollient properties which are beneficial for hair. It has a high content of healthful, monounsaturated fats, like oleic acid, and polyphenols.<br><br>Rosemary is believed to stimulate hair follicles and promote hair growth. It is also believed to slow down or even permanently hold off premature hair loss and gray hair. For hair growth try mixing '4' to '6' drops of rosemary oil in '1' tablespoon of olive oil. Gently massage into your scalp. For a deep conditioning, cover your head with a shower cap, and wrap a hot wet towel around your head. Leave it on for 30 minutes then shampoo.<br><br>Studies show that mineral-rich apple cider vinegar improves the overall health and volume of hair. Simmer '1' ounce of nettles in '1' cup of apple cider vinegar for 15 minutes. Strain and store in a cool dark place. After shampooing mix ? cup of the herbal vinegar mixture in '1' pint of warm water and use as a rinse.<br><br>It is believed that drinking ?3? teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water right before a meal or first thing in the morning for a few months will thicken your hair.<br><br>Saw palmetto has been reported to treat baldness or at least slow down loss for men. Drop '2' milliliters into a glass of water or juice and take it up to three times a day.<br><br>Honey has been known to have many traditional uses throughout the centuries. It has antibacterial, antifngal and antioxidant properties and has high nutrient value. These properties may contribute to stimulation of the hair follicles and promote growth. Mix ?1? teaspoon of honey with ?1? jigger of vodka and the juice from a medium size onion. Rub the mixture into the scalp every night thoroughly cover your head prior to going to bed, then shampoo and rinse the next morning.<br><br>Sesame oil is believed to have natural healing and antibacterial properties that treat fungi and other viral problems of the skin and scalp. It is said to be useful in helping to stop excessive amounts of hair from falling out. Rub sesame oil on your scalp every night. Cover your head with a cap. In the morning wash with a herbal shampoo. Do the final rinse with ?1? tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in '1' quart of water.<br><br>Vodka may have other purposes other than making cocktails. It is believed that vodka deep cleanses the scalp, which can stimulate the follicles and promote healthy hair.<br><br>Cayenne Pepper has long been known to stimulate the blood supply.<br>Mix '1' jigger of vodka with ? teaspoon of cayenne pepper and rub it on the scalp.<br><br>Compared to traditional hair products, herbal folklore remedies are cheap and inexpensive to use, and who knows, they just maybe the solution you have been looking for.