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Bhringraj Benefits For Hair Growth

July 25, 2022 By

A Comprehensive Guide: Bhringraj Benefits

Scientific names for the bhringraj plant include Eclipta prostrata and Eclipta alba. In English, it is known as the false daisy.

Bhringraj is an edible herb that bears white flowers. Its leaves taste bitter, spicy, and dry. The whole plant has medicinal uses and is used as a part of traditional Ayurveda therapy. It has plenty of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins E and D, as well as iron, magnesium, and calcium. It also has several other beneficial phytochemicals (plant chemicals), with its impressive chemical makeup supporting its use as a medicinal plant as well as the use of bhringraj for hair and skincare.

Bhringraj benefits for hair growth:

  1. Promotes hair growth: Vitamin E is one of bhringraj’s many phytochemicals. This vitamin has proven antioxidant properties. It helps to prevent and repair the damage free radicals can cause to growing cells, such as those in the scalp and hair follicle.
  2. Reduces dandruff: The antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties of bhringraj help in the treatment of dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis), scalp psoriasis. By improving the health of your scalp, bhringraj has a direct effect on the health of the hair that grows from it.
  3. Improves blood circulation: The ability of bhringraj to improve blood circulation means that cells are provided with the oxygen and nutrients they need for growth and proper functioning. It also means toxins and other wastes can be readily carried away from the cells.
  4. Increases the thickness of hair:  This makes your hair look fuller which can be particularly desirable if you have naturally fine hair or are hoping to combat thinning hair.
  5. Prevents greying and darken grey hair: This is one of bhringraj’s most popular traditional uses in terms of natural hair care. It is said to both prevent and slow the greying process. Some sources do point out that since greying is a genetic process, the more likely explanation for bhringraj’s effects is that it covers or darkens greys, making them much less noticeable.