Phytochemicals in Hair Care: A Review of Natural Ingredients and Their Applications

November 2024 in “ GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences ”

Deepan Gautam, Prashant G. Shelke, Pooja R. Hatwar, Ravindra L. Bakal, Niyati M. Shinde

phytochemicals herbs essential oils plant extracts alopecia areata androgenetic alopecia telogen effluvium dandruff scalp health

TLDR Phytochemicals from plants can improve hair growth, strength, and scalp health.

The review article discusses the use of phytochemicals in hair care products, emphasizing their benefits for hair growth, strength, and texture. It covers various natural ingredients such as herbs, essential oils, and plant extracts, and their applications in addressing different types of hair loss, including alopecia areata, androgenetic alopecia, and telogen effluvium. The article highlights the potential of phytochemicals to promote hair growth, reduce dandruff, and improve scalp health, providing a comprehensive overview of their role in promoting healthy hair.

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