Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal swear by these ghar ke nuskhe for skin and hair: ‘Cut it and apply’

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal swear by traditional Indian remedies for skincare and haircare. In an interview with Pinkvilla, the couple shared their favorite home remedies. Zaheer Iqbal mentioned using aloe vera on his face, while Sonakshi added that it's good for both skin and hair. Their house help, Usha, prepares a hair treatment using castor, rosemary, cloves, and kalonji oils.

Dermatologist Dr Pravin Banodkar explains that aloe vera has moisturizing, hydrating, and anti-inflammatory properties, but it may cause acne or allergic reactions in some people. Dermatologist Dr Shareefa Chause notes that aloe vera gel may soothe irritated skin and help heal minor burns, but it should not be used as a cure for acne or other skin conditions.

For hair, Dr Banodkar says castor oil, rosemary oil, cloves, and kalonji may have antioxidant benefits, but their effectiveness varies and they should be used cautiously. Dr Chause adds that aloe vera can hydrate the hair, castor oil can improve shine, and rosemary oil may support hair growth, but no evidence proves the mixture promotes hair growth.

Essential oils like rosemary and clove should be properly diluted and patch-tested to avoid irritation. Persistent hair fall should be evaluated by a dermatologist.