Acupressure Points for Gray Hair
Acupressure is an effective natural method to improve blood circulation and restore gray hair to its natural color by applying pressure to specific acupressure points on the body. The following are the commonly used acupressure points to restore gray hair that you can do on your own. Instead of using your fingers, you can also use a tool called an acupressure pen, which is a pen-like tool with a small rounded end. Once you master this simple self-care technique, you can use it anytime and anywhere.
Shenting (GV24)
Shenting, also known as Spirit Courtyard, can be used to calm the mind and reduce stress, which can be beneficial for hair health. It is located on the forehead, directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline. Press it lightly with your forefinger and applying pressure using small circular motions.
Baihui (GV20)
Baihui, also known as Hundred Meeting, can improve blood circulation in the head, which can support hair health. It is located at the top of the head. Press it gently for about 1 minute. Then, release your finger for about 30 seconds, and repeat the process for few times.
Fengchi (GB20)
Fengchi, also known as Wind Pool, can be used to relieve stress and improve circulation to the scalp. It is located behind your earlobe, toward the top of your neck and the base of your skull. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with finger.
Taichong (LR3)
Taichong, also known as Supreme Rush, can facilitate the smooth flow of qi throughout the body, which can contribute to hair vitality. It is located on your foot about two finger widths above the place where the skin of your big toe and the next toe join. Use your thumb and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with thumb. You may feel a little soreness. This procedure should have been repeated for the other foot.
Hegu (LI4)
Hegu, also known as Union Valley, can be used to improve blood circulation to the scalp, which can slow down the hair graying process. It is located on the highest spot of the muscle when the thumb and forefinger are brought close together. Use your thumb and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with thumb. This procedure should have been repeated for the other hand.
Yongquan (KI1)
Yongquan, also known as Gushing Spring, is often used to regulate the balance of qi, which can contribute to hair vitality. It is located on the sole of the foot, between the second and third metatarsal bones, approximately one third of the distance between the base of the second toe and the heel, in a depression formed when the foot is plantar flexed. Use your thumb or forefinger and apply pressure or you can do circular motion with finger.
