Natural Alternatives From Your Garden For Hair Care: Revisiting The Benefits Of Tropical Herbs

    November 2023 in “ Heliyon ”
    Sze-Huey Sang, Gabriel Akyirem Akowuah, Kai Bin Liew, Siew-Keah Lee, Jing-Wen Keng, Sue-Kei Lee, Jessica-Ai-Lyn Yon, Ching Siang Tan, Yik-Ling Chew
    TLDR Tropical herbs are better for hair care than synthetic additives.
    This review highlights the benefits of using shampoos with botanical extracts, which are more skin- and environmentally friendly compared to those with synthetic additives. The demand for such products is increasing due to their perceived health benefits, mildness, and ability to maintain the natural pH and oil balance of hair and scalp. The review focuses on six tropical plants—Acacia concinna, Camellia oleifera, Azadirachta indica, Emblica officinalis, Sapindus mukorossi, and Garcinia mangostana—traditionally used in hair care. Scientific research supports their beneficial physicochemical properties and biological activities for hair and scalp maintenance.
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