HERBS
HERBS
Amla Indian Gooseberry
Why we select it
Amla contains essential fatty acids that penetrate into the follicles, making the hair softer, shinier and voluminous. It also stimulates hair growth. The phyto-nutrients, vitamins and minerals present in amla help in increasing the scalp circulation and stimulate healthy growth. Vitamin C, its anti-inflammatory plus its anti-bacterial properties can stop dandruff and also the itching caused by it, on the scalp.
Origin
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Amla aids in hair growth, a natural conditioner, treats dandruff, scalp cleanser. It strengthens hair, an antioxidant, gives hair a natural shine, thickens hair and prevent frizz.
Why we select it
Prevents dryness of scalp- Aritha powder is rich in minerals and vitamins that help heal the dry scalp. Vitamin A, D, E, and K help to make hair shiny and smooth. Aritha helps to moisturize the core of the scalp. When used with shikakai powder, aritha powder helps to 'cool' the scalp. Aids in hair growth. Helps thicken your locks and protect them from sun damage. Being completely natural, it can be used as an excellent eco-friendly cleansing hair shampoo for all hair types.
Aritha
Origin
India, Nepal
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
It’s a natural soap nut, to provide nourishment to the hair scalp and promote hair regrowth. Helps to control dandruff and promotes hair growth due to its Tridosha balancing property. It’s anti fungal and curbs hair fall.
Why we select it
Ashwagandha can contribute to healthy hair as it contains antioxidants and amino acids. It can also help to strengthen hair. It includes amino acids and antioxidants, which help thicken hair while preventing damage. DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is a hormone that promotes hair growth. Additionally, DHEA increases collagen synthesis that improves the elasticity of the scalp, and repairs any sun damage. As a result, you get healthy and shiny hair.
Ashwagandha
Origin
India, Southeast Asia
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The DHEA hormone promotes hair growth, Ashwagandha, by reducing stress, can balance out the cycle of cortisol production and hair loss, acting as both a preventative and a remedy
Why we select it
Bay leaf has antioxidants present in it that can help to smoothen your hair and also make them smooth and shiny. It has antibacterial and antifungal properties which help to kill the infection on the scalp. The herbs’ inflammatory properties can help soothe a swollen and itchy scalp. It helps the hair to grow stronger. Treats an itchy scalp, help to reduce hair fall.
Bay Leaf
Origin
Mediterranean
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Bay leaf anti-fungal anti-bacterial properties which reduces fungal infection on the scalp and combats dandruff. It has antioxidants which nourishes your hair deeply conditions your hair, acts as a natural conditioner and tames frizz, strengthens hair follicles and promotes hair growth. Makes your hair lustrous and strong and prevents breakage, relief itchy scalp and reduces any sort of inflammation.
Why we select it
Bhringraj herb used in the management of hair loss due to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. It also helps fight hair fall and greying of hair. It boost blood circulation in the scalp. The circulation of blood ensures nourishment of your hair follicles. It has antifungal and anti microbial properties help fight dandruff and scalp infections.
Bhringraj
Origin
Thailand, India, Brazil
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The herb fights dandruff and scalp issues. It promotes hair growth and strengthens the hair from the follicles, helps thicken the hair and improve blood circulation in the scalp. Conditions the hair and prevent hair loss
Why we select it
Brahmi has nutrients like vitamin C, saponins, flavonoids, calcium, zinc and antioxidants. The herb helps in reducing hair fall, fights dandruff. The nutrients in the herb promotes hair growth and help the overall health of the hair. It can help prevent split ends, it creates a protective layer on the hair.
Brahmi
Origin
Southern and Eastern India, Africa, Asia
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The nutrients and vitamins in the brahmi helps reduce hair fall, and boost hair growth. The antioxidants help to fight dandruff and helps keep the scalp ph balance, reduce an oily scalp. Protective layer on the hair and improves the overall health of the hair.
Why we select it
Burdock root in hair care has been shown to promote healthy hair growth, sooth inflammation and scalp conditions, and leave hair soft, smooth and shiny. The combination of fiber, essential fatty acids, and vitamins (particularly vitamin A) in the burdock roots increases the amount of hair in the (growth phase) anagen. The herb is a hydrator, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. The herb primarily of carbohydrates, volatile oils, plant sterols, tannins, and fatty oils
Burdock Root
Origin
Europe, North Asia
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Burdock root benefits include potential hair growth, soothing scalp irritation, building keratin in hair, and helping to smooth and strengthen hair. Soothes an irritated scalp, the amino acids help build keratin in the hair, vitamin A in the herb nourishes the scalp and strengthen hair. the antibacterial properties fight inflammation of the hair follicles.
Why we select it
Calendula herb extracts are blessed with several B vitamins, vital minerals and antioxidants that foster the growth of thick hair. The herb is hydrating and moisturising, getting rid of dandruff and regenerating hair follicles. It helps to strengthen hair by increasing collagen formation and blood circulation. The herb soothing to sensitive scalps and adds shine, calms the scalp, and brings out naturally warm highlights in blonde hair. It also makes the hair more elastic and protected.
Calendula
Origin
Southwestern Asia, Southern Europe
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The herbs’ antifungal and anti bacteria properties fight dandruff and other scalp issues. It soothes an irritated scalp. Moisturises the hair, it hydrating, it has regeneration properties increase hair growth and makes the hair growth stronger
Why we select it
Cloves contain high levels of antioxidants and nutrients that can add to the growth and strength of your hair. They can be used for protecting the scalp from dandruff, which is actually a major cause of weak and thin hair. Cloves also contain anti-inflammatory agents which further help in hair thickening. It stimulate hair growth due to the fact that they boost blood circulation to your scalp and enrich it with oxygen, vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron.
Cloves
Origin
Indonesia, India
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The nutrients and vitamins in the cloves helps reduce hair fall, and boost hair growth. It has conditioning properties help keep you hair moisturise. It is rich in antiseptic, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and antiviral properties help keep the scalp healthy.
Why we select it
Fenugreek seeds are a rich source of iron and protein — two essential nutrients for hair growth. They also contain a unique composition of plant compounds, including flavonoids and saponins. These compounds are presumed to induce hair growth due to their anti-inflammatory and antifungal effects. Research has shown that fenugreek seeds can treat low to moderate hair loss in men and women. The seeds are a rich source of vitamins A, K & C, folic acid, potassium, calcium, iron, and protein, which are essential nutrients for hair growth.
Fenugreek Seed
Origin
India, Northern Africa
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Fenugreek seeds soothes scalp inflammation, treats dandruff, strengthens hair, and prevents shedding.
Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties., treat dandruff and can reduce inflammation of the follicles. Reduce shedding, boost shine and strengthen hair follicles.
Why we select it
Hibiscus is rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, amino acids, mucilage fiber, moisture content, and antioxidants. It nourishes your locks, promotes the growth of luscious hair, and adds a natural satin-soft texture to your mane. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties which helps fight dandruff. The anti-bacterial, antifungal and antiviral abilities found the flavonoids of the flower helps prevent scalp infections like inflammation of the hair follicles. The astringent properties of hibiscus balance the activity of sebum glands to maintain the natural moisturisation of the hair.
Hibiscus Flower
Origin
West Africa, East Africa, Southeast Asia, India
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The herbs’ flavonoids & amino acids and flavonoids enhancing blood circulation to the roots and revive dormant hair follicles, thereby stimulating new hair growth. Amino acids in the herb helps the production of keratin in the hair. Hibiscus acts as an ultra-emollient that traps moisture in your hair shafts and restores elasticity in your hair strands. The mucilage fiber prevents breakage and conditions your hair to make it silky and smooth
Horsetail Herb
Why we select it
Horsetail silica content, is useful when trying to stimulate hair growth. The herb rejuvenates your hair, adding sheen to the appearance and strength to the hair shafts. It also contains selenium and cysteine, which are known to promote healthy hair growth. its antioxidant content and effect in improving collagen synthesis. Collagen is responsible for keeping hair follicles healthy. Selenium aids the body in processing iodine, which regulates hair growth. If you are deficient in selenium, can slow down the anagen, or growing, phase of the hair cycle.
Origin
Europe, Asia, Middles East, North America
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Strengthens and improves the elasticity of the hair fiber, helps regulate the hair growth cycle, and reduces inflammation and improves cell turnover to create an optimal environment on the scalp for healthy hair growth. It's both anti-inflammatory and stimulates cellular turnover, so the scalp can operate at its optimal level.
Why we select it
Marshmallow root has been shown to induce proliferation of follicle-derived human stem cells, giving it the potential to promote healthy hair growth. The antioxidants in vitamin A moisturize the sebum in your scalp. Lauric acid protects your roots and follicles, giving them a better chance to flourish. It can also prevent loss of hair protein, helping your strands better withstand heat and styling products. Marshmallow root is also rich in mucilage, a thick substance made up of protein and polysaccharides. This texture makes marshmallow root an effective de-tangle. It’s also has anti-inflammatory properties, so it can help with certain scalp conditions
Marshmallow Root
Origin
Europe, Western Asia, Northern Africa
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Marshmallow root is great for soothing and relieving your scalp. The polysaccharides in the plant releases mucilage which is great for detangling offering slip, aid in treating hair ailments like eczema, psoriasis and dry scalp. This substance is super rich in proteins and vitamins.
Why we select it
Neem is an excellent herb for treating the scalp and hair. It contains antibacterial characteristics and is great for promoting healthy hair. The regenerative properties of neem help in reducing hair fall. It strengthens hair follicles, it helps condition and moisturize your hair. It packs tons of minerals and vitamins all suitable for a variety of different hair. Neem extract contains anti-fungal properties, anti bacterial treats dandruff, head lice. Antiviral and antioxidant properties of neem powder fight dull-looking lock by conditioning hair. Neem powder strengthens your hair follicles leading to strong luscious and healthy hair. It can volumize your hair and make the strands thicker and shiny
Neem Powder
Origin
India
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The herb anti-inflammatory effects, anti-fungal properties, contains antioxidants, rich in calcium, vitamin C, and potassium and beneficial fatty acids for nourishment. It has bioactive compounds called limonoids that have anti-bacterial and anti-microbial benefits
Why we select it
Nettle help in combating hair loss, it also helps in hair re-growth. Nettle leaves are rich in silica and sulphur. This helps in making hair shinier and healthier. Rinsing hair with nettle extracts and water results in re-growth of lost hair and also helps in restoring the original hair colour. Its abundant antioxidants, flavonoids, and vitamin C content, nettle leaf is a safe and natural solution to reducing hair loss. It potentially aids in battling baldness by regulating DHT and stopping the overproduction of this hormone on the scalp. The herb contains high amounts of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help protect our scalp from damage and stimulate new hair growth.
Nettle
Origin
Europe, Asia, Northern Africa, North America
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
It’s rich in antioxidants like carotenoids, flavonoids and vitamin C which act as a shield and protect hair from damaging free radicals. Very rich in vitamins and minerals which makes it an excellent plant to strengthen the hair and accelerate hair growth. Rich in natural silica and various mineral salts, stinging nettles deeply mineralises the hair to allow for growth, radiance, shine and lightness. Its also rich in minerals like iron, magnesium, and zinc, which can all give our follicles a great boost.
Oat Straw
Why we select it
Oat straw is a deeply nourishing herb filled with vitamins and minerals particularly silica which helps with thinning hair. Oat straw is also known to help with itchiness and dandruff. Oat Straw lends a softness and shine, contains B vitamins and minerals. extract is rich in many antioxidants, including avenanthramides, which have been shown to help reduce inflammation, which helps to relief an itchy scalp.
Origin
Northern Europe, North America
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Help to reduce hair thinning, strengthens hair, high in silica and calcium to stimulate hair growth. Soothe itchy or irritated scalps, the anti-inflammatory properties that oats do, helping to aid in healing itchy or raw scalps, and even dandruff. It softens and gives the hair shine.
Rooibos
Why we select it
Rooibos helps prevent hair loss due to its active ingredients that help remove dead skin cells that block hair follicles and prevent hair from growing. Rooibos contains minerals such as zinc, calcium, copper and potassium which are essential for hair growth. It has have anti-inflammatory properties, which helps treat the scalp. The polyphenols (antioxidants) contained in rooibos promote shiny and soft hair.
Origin
Africa
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Flavonoid contained in Rooibos which aids in blood circulation, powerful antioxidant, Aspalathin, that fights free radicals in your body, increase hair growth and strength as well as potentially prevent hair loss.
Rosemary
Why we select it
Rosemary stimulates blood circulation to the scalp and promotes hair growth. This herb oil offers an anti-inflammatory benefit that helps to nourish hair. Not only does rosemary reduce hair fall, it can also give way to hair growth due to its ability to keep the nerves healthy. It increase shine to the hair. Helps with an irritated scalp
Origin
Mediterranean, Portugal, Northwestern Spain.
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The herb is an excellent source of Vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant. Helps fight Androgenic alopecia aka Pattern baldness hair thinning. Stimulates and improves circulation to the scalp thus encouraging hair growth. Relieves irritated, dry, flaky, dandruff ridden scalps Due to its antibacterial quality to gently cleanse.
Rose Petal Powder
Why we select it
Rose petal powder has vitamin A, D, B6, B12, calcium, potassium, magnesium, lactic acid and selenium. Rose petals are a good source of Vitamin C, Iron, Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin E. Rose petals are also high in phytonutrients, plant compounds with antioxidant properties. Vitamin A, B, C, and E that promote the hair growth and nourish the scalp. Rose powder is enriched with all such nutrients. It softens the hair
Origin
Central Asia
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Rose petals contain antioxidants that help get rid of dandruff. It can help in maintaining the acidity balance of the hair. It can hydrate your hair and make your tresses voluminous, shiny, and bouncier. Rose powder helps your scalp increase blood circulation which in turn rejuvenates follicles of the scalp.
Why we select it
Shikakai is a great source of essential vitamins. Its vitamin C content can help promote hair growth by giving your scalp a collagen boost. It is antifungal and antimicrobial and hence keeps the hair free from infections. The herb contains a lot of alkaloids, which prevent hair loss by promoting a healthy scalp. It can successfully get rid of issues including scalp itchiness, pore congestion, and irritation.
Shikakai
Origin
Central India
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non- Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Its anti-fungal qualities that aid in battling dandruff Alkaloids, which prevent hair loss by promoting a healthy scalp. Both bacterial and fungal infections can be treated by using shikakai. The health of the scalp is improved, inflammation is reduced, and the pH level of the scalp is maintained, which also promotes hair growth. Astringent qualities help to increase the luster of hair.
Slippery Elm Bark
Why we select it
Slippery elm bark has amino acids which will encourage circulation to the roots of the hair and the hair follicles. It can encourage new and healthy growth, while adding shine and sheen to lackluster hair. The iodine can help prevent excess hair loss and will encourage softer curls and coils. Slippery elm is rich in vitamins and minerals that your hair will absorb and love. It contains beta-carotene, selenium, calcium, amino acids, zinc, iron, potassium, magnesium, b vitamins, and vitamin c. They can penetrate the hair shaft to provide your hair with exactly what it needs.
Origin
Central, Eastern USA, Canada
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
Strengthens hair slippery elm is rich in protein, it can penetrate the hair shaft to repair the weak and old strands. The nutrients penetrate the hair and conditions it. Slippery produce mucilage which is a prefect detangler. Vitamin b helps to heal your scalp and the fatty acids control frizz.
Tulsi
Why we select it
Tulsi benefits hair by rejuvenating the hair follicles and strengthening the roots, which in turn curbs hair loss. The herb also promotes circulation in your scalp and keeps it cool. It treats hair fall, helps with premature graying, fights dandruff and prevent hair loss. It also treats an itchy scalp.
Origin
North Central India
Source
Ayurvedic Herb Non-Ayurvedic Herb
It’s Function
The herb has properties that help to strengthen the hair strands, reduces hair fall and makes hair look thicker, helps eliminate scalp issues, especially dandruff. improves hair shine and makes your hair grow longer. The powder has properties and antioxidants that bring smoothness and glow to hair.
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