When I noticed my first few strands of gray, I immediately thought of my Nana. Her hair, even into her 80s, had a soft, dark shine. And no, she didn’t dye it—not once. Instead, she relied on a simple kitchen remedy her own mother taught her. The best part? It nourishes the scalp, strengthens roots, and slowly brings back the natural pigment in hair.
What You’ll Need:
- 2 tablespoons of dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoons of dried sage
- 2 cups of water
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of black tea (for extra depth in color)
How to Prepare It:
- Boil the water and add the rosemary, sage, and black tea.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- Strain the liquid and pour it into a clean spray bottle.
- Spray generously onto clean, dry hair—especially at the roots.
- Do not rinse out. Let it air dry. Repeat 3–4 times a week.
Why It Works:
Rosemary and sage are both rich in antioxidants and known to stimulate melanin production—the pigment responsible for hair color. Over time, with consistent use, they may help restore the depth and tone of your original color.
Tips From Nana:
- She used this nightly and massaged it gently into her scalp.
- She always avoided harsh shampoos with sulfates.
- She combined this with a spoonful of blackstrap molasses in her morning tea—a source of copper, which supports natural hair pigmentation.
Important Notes:
This isn’t an overnight miracle. It’s a gradual, nourishing method best suited for early-stage graying. It won’t turn white hair dark overnight—but it can slow graying and even reverse it slightly for some.
