Ayurveda firmly believes ‘what you eat is what you become’. Most modern day concerns can be addressed with the right intake of food, however our unhealthy habits and improper diet regimen is taxing on our health. The most visible health conditions concern us the most like excess hair fall, dry skin, brittle nails – because they directly affect the appearance. 

Keshya dravyas in Ayurveda are some of the most effective natural herbs that help in promoting hair growth while maintaining the natural colour of the hair. Let’s quickly deep dive into how these rejuvenating botanicals can help in better hair health.

Phyllanthus emblica or Amla has widely been used for centuries to promote hair growth. This Keshya dravya has been proven to be a potent inhibitor of 5α-reductase which promotes hair growth. While in traditional recipes it is believed to slow aging, it acts as a hair tonic. 

Both the dried fruit and the fixed oil extracted from Amla has off-late become a primary ingredient in hair oils and shampoos of some of the largest MNC brands. It is also an important component of the DA-5512 formulation. More details about the formulation and the clinical studies here.

The above Ayurveda claims of this herb are justified by modern science with research showing Amla’s ability in improving hair conditions.

Bhringaraja in Ayurveda has a few more names like Kesharaja (the king of herbs for hair growth), Markava (one that prevents premature greying of hair) and Kuntalavardhana (that which increases the quality and quantity of hair). Keshya is a category of herbs that are good for hair growth and Bhringaraja occupies a prominent position among herbs of this category.

Numerous preparations in Ayurveda have Bhringaraja as a dominant ingredient to enhance the growth, strength, and darkening of hair. It significantly treats problems related to hair such as hair fall, dandruff, premature greying, and baldness.

An animal study containing the petroleum ether extract of Bhringaraja performed on mice showed that Bhringaraja stimulated follicular keratinocyte production. 

Spinach, the leafy green, is loaded with nutrients like folate, iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C – all of which are important for hair growth. We ethically source organic spinach from the most advanced farms.

Spinach or Palankya in Sanskrit has been mentioned in the Charaka Samhita (Sutra 27), believed to improve digestion, balancing Pitta and increasing Kapha in the body. Extensive research has been conducted for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic and hepatoprotective activity.

According to Bhojana Kutuhalam 12th Chapter, ‘Palakya’ is wholesome for the body and cold in potency. It treats raktapitta and acts as grahi – highly nourishing in nature.

365veda Haircare Chewable tablets with Biotin, Amla and Bhringaraja along with many other ingredients is a blend of essential ingredients to help you look and feel your best. The phytochemicals in the herbs in the formulation are great antioxidants that help neutralize the free radicals that make the hair age faster.

Vitamin H or Vitamin B7, popularly known as Biotin is a water soluble B-vitamin that has multiple biological roles. It plays a vital role in assisting the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Biotin also functions in protein synthesis and more specifically keratin (Keratin is a protein that makes up the health and structure of your hair, skin and nails) production which explains its contribution in healthy hair and nail growth. 

There is no RDA for this vitamin but there is an adequate intake (AI) which is 35-70mcg per day. 

An adequate intake (AI) is assumed to ensure nutritional adequacy.

Biotin alone is not responsible for hair growth but there is stronger evidence of biotin supplementation in preventing hair loss in deficient individuals.

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Phytochemical coumestans, including wedelolactone, demethylwedelolactone and saponins are responsible for the main medicinal effects of Eclipta alba. This medical herb has been reported to possess hair growth-promoting activities, and wedelolactone and demethylwedelolactone have been identified as the major molecules. 

In a study conducted on mice, different extracts of Eclipta alba were used on nude mouse skin and results show that Eclipta alba modulates defects in keratinocyte differentiation in and the use of such a stimulatory agent may provide a novel strategy for the management of various forms of alopecia and may have clinical implications for hair loss.

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