A Review on Hair Care Cosmetics and Indian Medicinal Plants for Hair

December 2023 in “ International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research ”

Garland Kgosi More, Shravan. J. Somani

hair growth Indian medicinal plants chemical compositions active ingredients pigmentation problems dandruff hair loss herbal ingredients Ayurvedic system plant extracts natural substances Ayurveda

TLDR Indian medicinal plants can help with hair growth and common hair issues.

This article reviews the use of natural substances, particularly Indian medicinal plants, in promoting hair growth. It details the specific plant components, their chemical compositions, and the active ingredients responsible for their effects. Common hair issues addressed include pigmentation problems, dandruff, and hair loss. The use of herbal ingredients in hair care products has roots in the ancient Ayurvedic system, which has studied around 1000 plant extracts for their hair growth potential.

View this study on ijfmr.com →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 1000+ results

community Why is Minoxidil not enough for hair loss? (No fin)

in Minoxidil 57 upvotes 6 days ago

Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.

community So I was wondering what stack are we on boys? 🤔

in Satire 477 upvotes 1 year ago

Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU-58841, pyrilutamide, pumpkin seed oil, rosemary water, orchiectomy, and estrogen.

community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

in Chat 369 upvotes 3 years ago

No natural way to stop hair loss, pharmaceuticals only option. Users discuss Minoxidil, Finasteride, natural remedies, and healthy scalp importance.

community M23 , on finaestride and minoxidil for 4.8 months

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

. This conversation is about a user's progress while using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with emphasis on taking oral finasteride at night before bed for optimal results. They also discuss the brand of medication being used (Morr F 5%) and the importance of taking a generic version of the same drug.

community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 2447 upvotes 3 years ago

The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

in Female 53 upvotes 1 year ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.