In the rhythm of modern life, the body works to the limit. He often has enough strength only to ensure the operation of important functional systems, and in such circumstances it is not up to beauty. You will be able to help yourself through special caring events. For hair, nicotinic acid is one of the most effective drugs that support their appearance and strength.

Description and composition of PP vitamin for hair

Discussed acid is popularly called "nicotine." She is also vitamin B3, or PP, and also nicotinamide, niacin. The substance has several beneficial effects on the body, due to which it is actively used to treat diseases of the heart, liver, and also as a wound healing agent. During periods of increased need, for example, during pregnancy, the vitamin is used for preventive purposes.

Hair nicotinic acid for growth and strengthening: methods of use, contraindications, pros and cons

For internal use, nicotinic acid is often prescribed in tablets or in a solution, poured into ampoules of 1 ml.

The mechanism of action of the drug under discussion is due to its activity at the cellular level. It improves the transfer of nutrients and oxygen through cell membranes, as a result of which microbreathing becomes more intense, and reactions are accelerated. In fact, metabolism is catalyzed. Vitamin PP is also involved in carbohydrate-lipid metabolism, and also stimulates recovery processes. It has a vasodilator and a mild irritant effect.

Foods rich in B3 are part of the daily diet. These are meat, liver, fish, milk, some cereals.Its deficiency under normal conditions rarely occurs.

Hair problems (brittleness, dandruff, loss) are often not associated with a lack of this substance in the body. However, it is niacin with the external method of application that allows to solve many of them.

Pros and cons of nicotinic acid

The use of nicotinic acid in ampoules for hair has a number of significant advantages:

  • the quality of care and effectiveness against hair loss are similar to those of professional cosmetic procedures;
  • cost (15 - 20 rubles) and availability;
  • the possibility of independent use;
  • lack of need to wash off the composition if rubbed into the scalp in its pure form;
  • universality - the vitamin slightly dries the fatty dermis, but does not negatively affect the dry;
  • the duration of the effect (the solution is applied in courses);
  • fast manifestation of the result (after 3 to 4 uses);
  • intensive hydration achieved by improving the absorption of water at the cellular level;
  • complex effect: root strengthening, awakening of "sleeping" bulbs, acceleration of hair growth.

There are fewer disadvantages. The main problem is a possible allergy and the presence of other contraindications. In these cases, the drug should not be used.

To achieve a noticeable result, treatment should be carried out regularly.

Methods of using the remedy, recipes

The most convenient method of using the drug to improve the condition of the hair is rubbing directly the solution from the ampoules into the scalp. It is sold specifically for these purposes in a dosage of 5 ml.

The procedure must be carried out quickly, since the vitamin is oxidized, volatilizes and loses its beneficial properties. After opening the bottle, use its contents to the end.

Rub the composition should be light massage movements in the parting, as during staining. To obtain a complex effect, complicate the scheme of application by supplementing the discussed product with other active substances in the composition of masks, scrubs and shampoos.

For active growth

For better hair growth, it is required to stimulate them from the root, preserving and protecting the structure along the entire length. Great helpers in this matter will be natural decoctions and juices of herbs and fruits.

Scrub for the scalp:

  • nicotinic acid - 1 ampoule (5 ml);
  • kiwi - 1 fruit;
  • ground coffee - 1 tsp.

Application:

  1. Rinse and chop the kiwi in a blender with peel and seeds.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients to the resulting slurry, mix.
  3. Use as a scrub: apply with rubbing and massage movements on the scalp.
  4. To achieve the best effect, leave the mixture for a couple of minutes and only then rinse.

Means for intensive growth:

  • nicotinic acid - 1 ampoule (5 ml);
  • aloe juice - 2 tbsp. l .;
  • slice of rye bread.

Application:

  1. Mash bread and juice with a blender into a homogeneous porridge.
  2. Add the nicotine ampoule.
  3. Apply the composition on the scalp and along the length of the curls.
  4. Wrap your hair in a towel for 20 minutes.
  5. After, wash your hair with everyday shampoo.

To strengthen hair

Well-known hair strengthening agents (for example, burdock oil, nettle broth) enhance their effect in the presence of nicotinic acid. Moreover, the effects do not add up, but multiply.

As part of a combined hair mask, the effect of the independent action of each individual substance is enhanced by the expansion of the peripheral vessels of the scalp.

Mask for strengthening hair:

  • nicotinic acid - 1 ampoule (5 ml);
  • nettle broth - 50 ml;
  • honey - 1 tsp

Application:

  1. Mix the listed components, apply on the hair, rubbing into the skin.
  2. After, put on a hat and wrap your head in a towel for 20 minutes.
  3. Rinse off hair.

This mask is suitable for frequent use, convenient to use and affordable. The effect will be noticeable after 2 - 3 procedures. Nettle should be replaced by a camomile, otherwise there is a risk of dying the curls in a greenish color.

Vitamin PP is water soluble.It is not effective in the presence of oils, is not able to penetrate the fatty film. However, it is oils that are the best remedies for hair loss.

  1. You can get out of the situation like this: use a multi-stage “bath” for your curls:
  2. First, rub pure vitamin into the skin, activating metabolic processes, expanding capillaries, stimulating the roots.
  3. After, apply burdock oil, vitamins A and E.
  4. Wrap your head for 30 to 40 minutes.
  5. Rinse off with regular shampoo.

The regular use of these products significantly strengthens the roots. After a few months, the curls look much thicker and denser, due to an increase in the number of hair, or rather, the absence of hair loss.

Can I use during pregnancy

Pregnancy changes the body's work dramatically. Sensitivity increases locally, reactions to any effects are rebuilt. Hair problems occur in most women in the position - chic locks for pregnant women become a dream. This is due to the redistribution and lack of nutrients, minerals and vitamins, hormonal changes in the body. Caring for your appearance at this time is especially important.

It is difficult to say unequivocally whether nicotinic acid can be used for hair growth during this period. In general, this is not recommended. But in the absence of contraindications, well-being and under his supervision, the doctor will most likely allow the use of hair masks with a small content of nicotinamide.

Contraindications

Nicotinic acid is a drug, therefore, before using it, it is better to consult a doctor. This can be a hair specialist (trichologist) or a local therapist (general practitioner).

In general, niacin (vitamin B3) has the following contraindications:

  • allergy to the drug;
  • skin problems: lesions and diseases (for example, acne, psoriasis or ulcers);
  • liver pathology;
  • problems with the cardiovascular system;
  • hypertension or other fluctuations in blood pressure;
  • stomach ulcer;
  • pregnancy and breastfeeding;
  • cerebral hemorrhage, a history of ischemic GM disease;
  • children's age (up to 12 years).

Most of the contraindications are associated with the mechanism of action of vitamin PP, and more precisely - with its vasodilating effect.

The use of the drug for the scalp can affect not only the hair follicles and blood vessels that nourish them, but also deeper structures, including the brain itself. The action may be unpredictable, so if there are contraindications, it is better not to take risks.

Is there an allergic reaction to a vitamin from an ampoule (not of food origin), can be determined using a test. Rub 1 ml of the medicine on the inside of the wrist, where there are many superficial blood vessels, leave for 1 hour. If redness, irritation and other negative consequences do not appear during this time, then use the drug - there is no allergy to it. Light heat and hyperemia of the skin is a normal reaction caused by the expansion of capillaries and thin vessels.

  • Yulia

    When I grew my hair, I used nicotinic acid, I made a mask with red pepper from horsepower and regular massage of the scalp, I grew my hair by 4.5 cm in 2 months.