Supporting healthy, strong hair starts at the root with nourished skin and healthy blood with a great hair care regimen. Thanks to various nutrients, teas are a great way to maintain not only good hydration levels to combat dry hair and hair damage but also promote thicker hair with less breakage. In this guide, we ranked and reviewed the best teas for hair growth. 

If you want to get some for yourself, we have a collection of the best teas for hair growth right here in tea bags, loose leaf, or iced tea pouches.

What is the Best Tea for Hair Growth?

1. Yaupon Tea

Yaupon is the only naturally caffeinated plant native to North America. It has unique properties that traditional teas lack. One of these benefits is rutin, which is also found in apples and lemons. It’s an anti-inflammatory and Yaupon even has 4 times the amount of rutin as found in its popular cousin plant, guayusa. This compound can also boost collagen production.

Benefits:

• Enhance collagen production to promote smooth and healthy skin and hair.
• Decreased chronic inflammation via chlorogenic acid (CGA) that has anti-inflammatory properties and can promote a healthy scalp for strong hair roots.
• A boost for your immune system from antioxidant activity that removes free radicals in your body.

Side Effects:

• May cause sleeplessness due to caffeine if large amounts of yaupon are consumed all at once.

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2. Nettle Tea

Native to both Asia and Europe, this plant has heart-shaped leaves and pink or yellow flowers. Also known as stinging nettle, this plant is covered with short hairs that release a stinging compound when they are touched. They have been used for centuries for a variety of benefits that are now being corroborated by ongoing research.

Benefits:

• Abundant nutrients to promote healthy skin such as vitamins A, B, C, D, and K.
• Prevent breakage thanks to nutrients including silica and potassium.
• Remove toxins from your body to reduce the toxins entering your hair.

Side Effects:

• May cause allergic reactions in some people.

3. Lavender Tea

Made by steeping lavender buds in hot water, lavender tea is known for its calming and natural relaxant properties. It can also help soothe digestive issues. A floral aroma with hints of rosemary and mint, this is a great option for those looking for a caffeine free option that smells and tastes delightful. Most research so far has been done on lavender extract rather than lavender tea, though many of the benefits may be present in both.

Benefits:

• Used as a rinse, can promote a healthy scalp and thereby strong hair production for various hair types.
• With anti-inflammatory properties, this tea can possibly help soothe irritated tissues.

• The smell of lavender has also been shown to have a soothing effect.

Side Effects:

• Be careful of taking Lavender tea with any other sedatives.

4. Rooibos Tea

Originating in Africa and now popular worldwide, it’s a caffeine-free alternative to traditional black tea and even similarly often undergoes oxidation though unlike black tea it is also often fermented. It has an earthy flavor that can be similar to yerba mate. Your brew is less likely to be bitter too because rooibos has less tannins than other teas.

Benefits:

• Support your skin with antioxidants that remove free radicals and protect your healthy cells and organs.
• Contains high amounts of vitamin C and other essential nutrients which helps boost your immune system.
• Reduce dandruff and promote an overall healthy scalp while reducing itchy scalps.

Side Effects:

• Consuming too much rooibos has been linked to damage your liver so be sure to talk to your doctor

5. Jasmine Tea

Jasmine tea is scented with blooms from the jasmine plant in a base tea. This base tea is normally a green tea, though white or black teas can also be used. The jasmine blossoms can be stored in or near tea to allow the aroma and flavor to infuse in. Jasmine tea will often have the same or similar benefits as its base tea. For this, we’ll focus on green jasmine tea.

Benefits:

• Combat free radicals with the help of polyphenols and other antioxidants that protect your organs and cells.

• Promote healthy cholesterol levels and blood circulation thanks to the polyphenols and can support healthy skin.
• Improve metabolism as studies show that green tea can increase metabolism 4-5% and fat burning 10-16%.

Side Effects:

• May cause sleeplessness if too much caffeine is consumed.

6. Green Tea

Green tea is made from the traditional tea plant Camellia sinensis and has not undergone oxidation like black teas. It has a multitude of health benefits and, similar to Yaupon, it has natural caffeine in it. Each cup is full of antioxidants which can support healthy skin and a healthy scalp. Some studies have even shown that it can lower blood pressure.

Benefits:

• Protect your skin with the polyphenols and catechins from green tea that reduce free radicals that damage your cells.
• Stay hydrated by enjoying multiple delicious cups throughout the day to maintain plump skin.
• Ease inflammation by inhaling the aroma.

Side Effects:

• May cause sleeplessness due to caffeine if large amounts are consumed all at once.

7. Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea has a signature minty flavor due to its easy brewing using mint leaves. This menthol based flavor can help soothe your intestines and decrease bloating while also freshening your breath instantly. Especially when used as a rinse, peppermint can increase cell activity and promote healthy hair growth.

Benefits:

• Invigorate your scalp when using as a rinse to promote increased growth.
• Ease tense muscles as peppermint is a natural muscle relaxant to soothe irritated nerves and inflammation.
• Easy to complement the flavor with ginger, honey, or fruits to find a delicious cup for anytime

Side Effects:

• Can worsen acid reflux by relaxing the muscles around the stomach sphincter.

The Bottom Line

Owing to their amazing healthy-boosting properties, these are some of the best teas for hair growth. They can help support healthy skin and scalp, bolster hair follicles, provide nutrients for hair health, ease hair loss, and reduce breakage.

If you want to get our best tasting tea for hair growth, check out our organic, naturally caffeinated CatSpring Yaupon tea here.

Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informative purposes only and shouldn’t be taken as medical advice. If you have serious health-related issues you should reach out to a medical professional. While we have studied the scientific research available, this is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.