Amber acid for hair

Succinic acid (ethanedicarboxylic acid, sodium succinate) is a substance obtained during the processing of amber. Due to its medicinal properties, succinic acid is widely used in cosmetology and medicine, as it has a unique rejuvenating and restorative effect. The drug is used both internally and externally to improve the condition of the skin and hair. In this article, we will talk about how useful succinic acid is for hair, and how exactly to use it.

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Indications of succinic acid for hair

Succinic acid is used to treat and prevent many diseases:

• for inflammation and salts in the joints;
• for osteochondrosis;
• with reduced immunity;
• for liver and lung diseases;
• in pathologies of the cardiovascular system;
• for obesity and excess weight;
• in cases of poisoning and intoxication;
• in malignant diseases;
• for diseases of the endocrine system (diabetes mellitus, thyroid dysfunction);
• for disorders of the nervous system, as well as for depression, stressful situations, and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Succinic acid is used for hair to improve its condition, growth, and to increase its manageability when styling and combing.

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Pharmacodynamics

Succinic acid stops tissue aging processes, tightens the skin, cleanses cells and facilitates the flow of oxygen into them, and helps remove toxic substances. This is an effective remedy for hair restoration and stimulation of hair follicles.

Regular use of succinic acid tablets leads to the normalization of metabolic processes at the local and systemic level, stabilization of the balance of biochemical processes, and strengthening of the immune system.

Improved supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin and hair follicles leads to a significant improvement in the condition of the hair. It acquires a shiny, healthy appearance, becomes more manageable and soft. Sebum secretions are normalized, due to which the hair looks well-groomed even several days after washing the head.

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Dosing and administration

Succinic acid is used for hair externally and internally.

Internal use of the preparation allows for a beneficial therapeutic effect from the inside, improving blood circulation, increasing immunity and expanding the body's internal reserves. Thanks to this, the condition of not only hair but also the entire body as a whole improves.

Take succinic acid according to one of the following schemes:

1. Take 3 tablets of succinic acid during breakfast for three days. Take a break on the fourth day. Continue this for a month.
2. Take succinic acid 1 tablet 4 times a day for a month.
3. Take 2 tablets 2-3 times a day for a month.

If the condition of the hair is normal, then you can take succinic acid for preventive purposes, 1 tablet 2-3 times a day, for a month.

If necessary, the treatment can be repeated after a month's break.

Externally, succinic acid is used to prepare hair masks.

Hair mask with succinic acid

Succinic acid is perfect for hair care. There are also recipes for masks designed for long-term use, as well as express masks for immediate improvement of hair condition.

• The simplest and fastest hair mask:
  • Grind 1-2 tablets of succinic acid into powder and dissolve in 2 tablespoons of warm water;
  • apply to clean and damp hair;
  • cover your head with plastic and leave for up to 20 minutes;
  • rinse with warm water.

This procedure can be carried out once a week.

• The following mask has a more pronounced effect, but requires more time:
  • Dissolve 1 tablet of succinic acid in 20 ml of warm water;
  • apply to clean and damp hair;
  • wrap your head with a terry towel;
  • Leave for 2 hours and rinse under running warm water without using detergent.
• The third recipe is more complex, however, and the effect is expected to be corresponding:
  • Grind 1 tablet of succinic acid into powder;
  • mix with raw egg yolk and a small amount of olive oil;
  • rub into scalp and leave for 10 minutes.

The procedure can be performed twice a week, in a course lasting a month. After such a course, the hair becomes stronger, and its loss stops.

• If you don’t have time for a hair mask, you can use an express recipe:
  • Grind 1 tablet of succinic acid into powder;
  • add to a small amount of regular hair shampoo;
  • wash your hair with the resulting mixture as usual.

Succinic acid for hair will have a more pronounced effect if you apply it both externally and internally. After the second or third application, the amazing result will be visible not only to you, but also to others.

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Use of succinic acid for hair during pregnancy

For pregnant women, the problem of deterioration of skin and hair condition is often very relevant. Among the few permitted drugs, there is also succinic acid: indeed, succinic acid for hair is used during pregnancy - however, in a slightly lower dosage.

If the gynecologist does not see any obstacles to using the drug, then it is taken orally and hair masks are prepared throughout the pregnancy. The total amount of succinic acid used during this period should not exceed 7 g.

During breastfeeding, it is recommended to limit the use of succinic acid for hair.

Contraindications

Scientists have acknowledged that succinic acid cannot cause harm to the body if used in accordance with the recommended dosage. However, the drug still has several contraindications:

• presence of kidney stones;
• exacerbation of gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer;
• tendency to high blood pressure.

In addition, it is not advisable to take the drug orally at night, as it may cause sleep disturbance in the form of insomnia.

If, while taking succinic acid tablets orally, you experience discomfort in the stomach, back, or elsewhere, you should reduce the dosage of the drug or take a break from taking it for 1 week.

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