Shikakai (Fruit for Hair), Acacia Concinna
Shikakai (Acacia Concinna) is a small shrub-like tree which is grown in dry plains of Indian-sub continent. For centuries the people who have had access to this tree have used its pod-like fruit to clean their hair. They collect, dry and grind this pod into a powder which is considered a superior cleanser for "lustrous long hair" and has been reported as "promoting hair growth and preventing dandruff". Because of these benefits this pod was named "Shikakai" which translated as, "fruit for hair". The grinded powder or an extract of this pod is used in many hair care preparations, such as hair oils, shampoo and conditioners.
Soapnut (Reetha Fruit), Spindus Mukorossi
Indian name Reetha fruit is also called soapnut, as it contains natural soap. Beside excellent cleansing properties, it is known to keep hair and skin soft. From the ancient days until now in some parts of the world people make liquid soap, by simply grinding and soaking the fruit overnight. The seed of the fruit contains precious oil. The extract is made by grinding the seed and the pulp to use in shampoo.
Amla is wonderful cleansing agent for both the skin and hair. It imparts luster to hair and protects from dandruff, also helps prevent premature graying. It stimulates growth of hair on the scalp, and strengthens the hair roots. Amla extract in the shampoo does not deposit any color on the hair and can be used by everyone alike. Amla extract helps replace the nourishment lost by hair gels, chemical hair color and hair spray. Another common use of this fruit is in medicines and tonics, since it is extremely rich in vitamin C.
Bhringraj, Eclipta Alba
Bhringraj herb is an Ayurvedic and Yunani medicine. The extract obtained from the plant is used for medicinal purposes, and also known to be very beneficial to the skin and hair, with great conditioning properties.
Fenugreek, Trigonella Foenum-Graecum
Fenugreek seeds contain essential oil. In the essential oil, 40 different valuable compounds are found. Extract is used in cosmetic preparations. Years ago, people used to soak fenugreek seeds overnight, in the morning grind them into fine paste and apply them to the scalp for half hour for scalp treatment and removal of dandruff. The hair was then washed with Soapnut solution
Aloe Vera Gel
Native to Africa, is also known as lily of the desert, the plant of immortality and medicine plant. Its medicinal and healing properties have been known to man for over 4000 years. Aloe Vera Gel is excellent for improving overall condition of hair and to stop hair fall and promote growth.
Jojoba Oil
Crushed from the seed of a shrub (Simmondsia Chinesis) from the sonoran Desert of Southern California.. Jojoba oil is odorless and absorbs deep into the skin, resulting in a smooth satin appearance. It is also beneficial for healthy scalp care.
Did you know that the above botanicals are contained in many of the natural shampoos, conditioners and herbal powder mixes from Saba Botanical of USA?
Check out the ingredient labels of Lustrous Henna® All-Natural Hair Color Dye and Lustrous Henna® Shampoo Powder, as well as other products. Saba Botanical also sells other botanicals that are known to stop hair fall and promote hair growth. Read more about them on the website and blog.If you continue, you can add 6 inches of growth to your hair in a year, since hair normally grows on average of about a half an inch per month. The key is to learn how to properly care for your hair by stopping hair fall and use the products at Saba Botanical of USA to promote healthy hair growth.
Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)
©2011. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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