Bhringraj Herb 100 g, 50 g, 25 g

Bhringraj Herb – 100 g ($12.99), 50 g ($8.99), 25 g ($5.99)

Benefits:
Hair
Various animal studies have examined the effect of false daisies on hair growth. Researchers investigated the effects of bhringraj made into a cream, finding that the mixture significantly increased hair growth compared with the control group. When applied topically, the extract appeared to promote the transition from resting to an active hair growth phase.

One 2023 lab study found that Eclipta alba may have a similar effect as certain 5α-reductase inhibitors, including finasteride (Proscar, Propecia), which can be used to treat male pattern baldness. Bhringraj oil has also been found to have some antibacterial and antifungal properties. Some, though not all, cases of dandruff may be caused by fungal colonization.

Hair benefits include:
  Dandruff and dry scalp  Bhringraj oil is dense and has a higher specific gravity as compared to other oils. For this reason, it can penetrate deep into the scalp and treat dryness. Bhringraj oil can be warmed and applied to hair to treat dandruff. It also provides relief from the itchiness and greasiness caused by dandruff. Studies have noted that bhringraj has antimicrobial properties, suggesting that the oil could potentially be used to control dandruff.

  Baldness, Hair Growth  Regular massage with Bhringraj oil improves blood circulation. When the nutrients present in the oil reach the root of the hair, they strengthen the hair follicles and prevent baldness. These nutrients present in the oil help in facilitating the growth of hair.

  Hair Fall  Did you know that stress is one of the biggest reasons behind hair fall? Bhringraj oil is a natural therapy for hair fall with a soothing fragrance. Massaging your scalp and hair with bhringraj oil relaxes the mind and prevents stress-induced hair fall. Another reason for hair fall is the lack of nutrition in hair. Bhringraj is rich in nutrients that provide the hair and scalp needed nourishment, thereby preventing hair fall.

  Hair Growth  Did you know massaging your hair with Bhringraj oil can increase the flow of blood to your head? The oil is known to cause vasodilation, a process through which the blood vessels get widened up, resulting in improved blood flow to the roots of the hair. This process promotes hair growth.

In one animal study, researchers compared bhringraj oil to Rogaine (minoxidil) when used on male albino rats. The results suggested that bhringraj may help promote hair growth.

  Hair Graying  Bhringraj leaves are used to obtain black dye, which is used for coloring hair. When combined with Indigo, Balloon Vine and Amla, Bhringraj oil works as a treatment to prevent graying of hair. People in ancient India mixed bhringraj oil with other herbs to help hair appear less gray. While its anti-inflammatory properties may potentially help with psoriasis or other scalp irritations, these hair darkening properties were noted in old experiments during the 1800s, and newer research hasn’t sufficiently studied this effect.

According to a 2008 review of herbal cosmetics in ancient India, bhringraj oil was used to stop premature graying of hair.

Bhringraj works like a miracle to solve hair care problems like hair fall and premature graying. According to Ayurveda, it’s a ‘Rasayana’ that has special properties of age reversal and rejuvenation. The most common way of using Bhringraj on hair is in the form of Bhringraj oil.

  Hair Lustrous  Bhringraj is rich in nutrients which provide deep conditioning to hair and bring out the natural shine. The secret to Indians’ lush, glossy hair is a traditional Ayurvedic recipe that consists of potent herbs like Bhrinraj and Amla extracted into pure Sesame oil. This recipe is known as Bringadi oil.

  Hair Damage  If your hair is dry, brittle and rapidly losing volume, it means that you’re suffering from hair damage issues. Hair damage can be a result from many factors such as excessive use of heat styling products, exposure to the sun or using the wrong products.

This hair cleanser is paraben and sulphate free, which makes it suitable for damaged hair. It acts as a natural conditioner, leaving hair soft and lustrous. It improves hair texture and helps in managing frizzy hair. Rich in vitamins and minerals, Bhringraj nourishes the hair, improving its overall health.

Regular use of Bhringraj is believed to increase the volume of hair, making it appear thicker and fuller. It can also enhance the texture of your hair, making it silky and smooth. This is particularly beneficial for individuals with rough, dry, or frizzy hair.

Blood Pressure  Though human studies on bhringraj are lacking, one small clinical study evaluated bhringraj’s effects on blood pressure in humans. A group of study participants took two capsules containing 500 milligrams (mg) of bhringraj leaf powder by mouth three times daily for 60 days. Results from the trial suggested that bhringraj may act as a diuretic (water pill), lowering blood pressure in mildly hypertensive males between 45 to 55 years old.

Cholesterol  Results from the above clinical trial also suggested bhringraj had beneficial effects on participants’ cholesterol levels.

Bhringraj lowered the following:

• Total cholesterol (TC)
• Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol)
• Very-low-density lipoprotein (another type of “bad” cholesterol)
• Triglycerides (TG, a fat in the blood)5

Sleep Quality  Bhringraj oil, when massaged onto the scalp, can have a calming effect. It is believed to help in reducing stress and promoting better sleep, which indirectly can also benefit hair health.

Botanical Name: Eclipta alba
English: Trailing Eclipta Plant
Also, known as: Keshranjana, kesharaaja, Maarkava, bhrangaaraka, Bhrangaara, Bhringaraaja, Bhringa, Bhringaja, Tekaraja, Bheemraja, Kesaraja, Kesuiya, kesari, Juntakalagara, Karisalankanni, Karisalai, Guntagalagara, Karisalanganni, Maka, Kannunni, Garujalu, Kodigaraju, Kayyonni, Soppu, Kershavardhana, Gurugada, Bhangaraiya, Bhangro, Bhangaro, Bharngaraja, bheemraja, Kesuriya, Kesari, Karisalaankanni
Origin: India
Harvested: Wild
Part Used: Whole plant

General Information:
Bhringraj is an herbaceous annual plant that grows around 40-50 cm in height, up to 2000 meters on the hills, a common weed of moist places found throughout India. This plant is likely native to the Indian subcontinent has spread across the world and is widely used in Ayurvedic and herbalism. Roots of these herbs are well developed and several secondary branches arise from the main root up to about 6 mm in diameter, greyish in color and cylindrical

There are four main varieties of eclipta based on the color of their flowers, but the most common is Eclipta alba. The various Sanskrit names of Eclipta alba that Is Bhringraj, Bhringraja, Bhrungraja, etc. are latterly translated the “King of Hair”, Clearly referring to its traditional reputation Is Ayurveda as an herb supporting hair growth. In India, some of the hair oil products contain Bhringaraj as the main ingredient.

Bhringraj oil comes from a plant known in English as “false daisy” (Eclipta alba or Eclipta prostrata). The herb is in the sunflower family and grows best in places with high moisture levels, such as Thailand, India, and Brazil. Bhringraj oil is produced by mixing leaves from the bhringraj plant with a carrier oil. It can also be found in capsule or powder form.

In Ayurveda, an Indian tradition that aims to balance and heal the body through nutrition, bhringraj is said to promote hair growth, strengthen hair, and prevent graying and dandruff.

 

How Much To Use:
It is common that 10g of a fresh herb = 1g when dehydrated.
So for Bhringraj, a recommended amount is 3g. This can be daily or take as often as needed.

 

How to use:
We make these suggestions to help you get the best benefit from the herbs that you’re choosing to improve your health. Also we make these ideas and recommendations so that consuming them easier and better fit into your lifestyle by adding them to the food that you already eat.
For the full health benefit, it is best to consume (or use the whole herb in poultices) the whole herb. All of the compounds in the herb act best together, as nature intends. Extracts draw out the most prominent beneficial compounds and may concentrate them. What is not extracted can be helpful in ways that we do not yet understand.

Cut Pieces or Powdered Herb:
There are different ways to use cut pieces or powdered herb.
Food Preparation: You can add powdered or pieces of herb (if the pieces you buy are bigger than you like, a coffee or herb grinder will quickly reduce) to any yogurt, smoothie, apple or other sauces, spreads, salads or other foods more familiar to you that don’t use heat. Heat can be damaging to the beneficial compounds in the herb. Other options like oatmeal, scrambled eggs, pasta sauce, soup, cookies and anything else that fits your lifestyle, but minimizing (by adding near the end of cooking) the heat is helpful.
Also, for children, you can mix powdered herb with honey or glycerin to make paste. The thicker the paste, the more potent and herbal in taste. The sweet taste of honey and glycerin will help medicine go down. The resulting liquid is called an electuary.
For seeds in general, but especially small seeds, it’s best to grind these to break the protective hulls a short time before consumption. This makes all the benefits available, rather than some remaining locked inside the hulls that are unbroken by insufficient chewing.
To make adding herbs even easier, you could add a week’s worth of your chosen herb(s) to an amount of, for example, yogurt that you would eat in a week. Mix thoroughly and eat this each day of the week. So you make once /week and just eat each other day.
Hot Infusion: The basic method for dried herbs and flower is, take 2-3 tablespoons of dried herb in a cup or teapot. Pour hot water over it and cover it with lid for 10-30 minutes. The heat from making tea can degrade some of the beneficial compounds in the herb. This method minimizes this effect. For the full health benefit, it is recommended to consume what is left over after making tea.
Decoctions: Decoctions are suitable for roots, barks, large seeds & berries, and other dense material. The simple way to make decoction is, in a saucepan, add 1 tablespoon of dried herbs to 1 cup of water, Bring the water to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30-60 minutes with the pot covered. Squeeze out as much as liquid as possible. Best practice is to drink the liquid and also consume the solid material that remains. Herb pieces can also be used.
Powdered Herb:
There are different ways to use powdered herb.
Capsules: HerbsCrafters makes capsules guaranteed to be filled with the pure herb with no filler or any other products. You can also use powdered herb to make your own capsules at home. These capsules are best taken with liquid to aid in digestion and absorption and to ensure it doesn’t stick in your throat.
Poultice: Poultice can be made with an herbal powder and liquid (mostly water) to form a paste which is then applied to the skin. This method is very helpful for skin conditions.
Herbal shot: Powdered herb can be mixed with water, fruit juice or other liquid to make herbal shot.

Tips:
You can sweeten your herbal decoctions with bit of honey, natural fruit juice, stevia leaves powder or licorice root powder.

Precautions:
You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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