Herbs We Use
Herbs We Use
Aloe vera,
Aloe barbadensis, makes hair more manageable, smoother, silkier, and healthier. Aloe conditions, moisturizes, and creates a smooth shine. Mexican women have applied aloe vera for centuries to add luster and manageability to their hair.
Good For: Body & Luster
Amla, Phyllanthus emblica
also known as the Indian Gooseberry, is an excellent hair conditioning herb, provides nourishment that penetrates the scalp and strengthens hair at its root to promote stronger, healthier new growth and helps with hair loss by normalizing blood supply.
Good For: Hair loss/thinning
Aritha, Sapindus mukorrosi
also known as Soapnuts, is an excellent hair tonic, long known for its benefits for healthy hair and scalp. Used for centuries as an anti-hair loss shampoo, the natural antifungal, and antibacterial properties may help with dandruff. The natural saponins not only cleanse hair, they add body and sheen and make hair feel thicker, silky and smooth.
Good For: Body & Luster
Basil, Ocimum basilicum,
stimulates hair follicles, increases scalp circulation and promotes hair growth. The magnesium in basil helps protect hair from breakage, and its anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the roots. Basil adds luster to dull hair.
Good For: Hair loss/thinning and Body & Luster
Bhringraj, Eclipta alba
(or prostrata) is an ancient Ayurvedic herbal remedy for hair loss, premature graying, and skin allergies, which helps rejuvenate skin and hair. Considered the "king of herbs" for hair growth, it adds deep moisture and acts like a multivitamin for hair to help strengthen the hair shaft, provide natural shine, and may also help with dandruff..
Good For: Scalp conditions* and Hair loss/thinning
Calendula, Calendula officinalis,
soothing to sensitive scalps, is rich in plant minerals that protect the hair from free radicals, and the scalp from bacterial growth. A calendula hair rinse conditions, adds shine, and can be used to create warm highlights..
Good For:Dry hair & Scalp; Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*, Blonde highlights; Red highlights
Burdock, Arctium lappa,
strengthens hair follicles, to promote healthy hair growth and improve the overall condition of hair. The silica and phytosterols in burdock help soothe irritated scalp conditions like dandruff, decrease breakage and repair hair while adding sheen, hydration & luster. The mucilage in Burdock Root also helps add “slip” to your hair to make detangling easier..
Good For: Dry hair & Scalp; Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Hair loss or thinning; Tangles; Body & Luster
Comfrey, Symphytum officinale
soothes and stimulates the scalp, and enriches lifeless hair. Comfrey tea, made from roots or leaves, poured over hair as a rinse, makes hair soft as silk.
Good For: Dry hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Dark highlights
Black Tea,
as a hair rinse is good for premature grayness and darkening hair. It also helps decrease shedding.
Good For:Dark highlights
Dandelion, Taraxacum officinale,
, a root rich in iron, helps treat dandruff and dry hair issues. Dandelion leaves are loaded with minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin A, that help balance sebum. Dandelion infusions have been used to add sheen and light highlights to hair.
Good For: Body & Luster and Highlights
Elder Flowers, Sambucus nigra,
are mildly astringent and help soothe a dry, irritated scalp. Hair-softening elderflower also helps dry damaged hair.
Good For: Dry hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Body & Luster
Fenugreek, Trigonella foenum-graecum
or Methi, provides natural proteins for the nourishment and health of hair, stimulates blood flow to the root of the hair, and was used to combat hair loss. Used as a treatment for dandruff, thinning hair, and damaged hair, it is said to preserve hair's natural color and keep hair silky.
Good For:Hair loss/thinning; Scalp conditions*
Flaxseed or linseed, Linum usitatissimum,
comes from the flax plant, an annual herb. It is rich in mucilage, a complex mixture of polysaccharides that form a soothing gelatinous substance when water is added. The mucilage provides slip like a conditioner that helps detangle hair. Flaxseed, very rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids, strengthens the hair shaft and may help with hair loss. .
Good For: Hair Loss; Tangle
Ginger Root, Zingiber officinale,
helps increase scalp circulation which stimulates hair follicles and encourages growth. The fatty acids composition of ginger root is great for thinning hair. Ginger also has antiseptic properties that work to help with dandruff.
Good For: Hair Loss; Dandruff
Green Tea, Camellia sinensis,
has antioxidants that benefit the hair and scalp by decreasing hair loss and soothing hair conditions like dandruff and psoriasis. It contains natural vitamin C which helps guards against damage from UV rays, vitamin E which helps dry or damaged hair, and panthenol which helps strengthen and soften hair and prevents split ends.
Good For: Hair Loss; Dandruff; Scalp conditions*
Henna, Lawsonia inermis
inermis, is a desert flowering plant. The powdered leaves have been used
since ancient times as a natural dye. Henna gives hair a reddish tint and, when mixed with
other botanicals such as indigo and cassia, can create a variety of beautiful warm colors.
Henna, a deep conditioner, coats the hair shaft, seals in moisture, tightens the cuticle,
increases body and luster, and makes hair silky soft.
Good For: Red highlights; Red color; Body & Luster; Conditioner
Hibiscus
Hibiscus, Hibiscus sabdariffa, or Javakusuma, is used to lessen gray hair and promote hair
growth. The flowers and leaves contain mucilage and plant proteins that help in the treatment
of dandruff and hair loss. Hibiscus infusions are great as a final herbal rinse, add warm red
hues, provide excellent slip and help detangle naturally curly hair.
Good For: Red highlights; Scalp conditions*; Tangles
Hops
Hops, Humulus lupulus, help heal and repair damaged hair. They contain a nourishing oil
that is an effective hair conditioner and thickener. Hops help stimulate scalp circulation and
encourage growth. Its antiseptic properties help with dandruff.
Good For: Scalp conditions*; Hair loss/thinning
Horsetail
Horsetail, Equisetum arvense, is nourishing and hydrating, stimulates blood vessels in the
scalp and has been used for centuries as a hair growth herb. The silica in horsetail helps to
keep hair strong and adds shine and luster to hair.
Good For: Dry hair & Scalp; Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Body & Luster; Hair
loss/thinning
Indigo
Indigo, Indigofera tinctoria, leaves are harvested, dried, and ground into a powder that
contains a deep blue dye used for centuries in textiles, arts, and as a natural jet black hair
colorant. Indigo was the original blue dye in Levi Strauss jeans. Indigo is often combined
with henna to produce rich dark brown to black shades.
Good For: Hair colorant
Lavender
Lavender, Lavendula officinalis, has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and
antiseptic properties that help with hair loss, shedding and inflammatory scalp conditions. Its
ability to balance oil production makes it a great hair care herb for all hair types.
Good For: Scalp conditions*; Hair loss/thinning
Black Walnut
Juglans nigra, leaves infused are a great remedy for oily hair. The leaves and especially the hulls are a source of natural hair dye that can darken hair. It is often combined with henna to create brown hair dye.
Good For: Dark highlights
Cassia
Cassia obovata, often called neutral henna, is not a henna at all. The ground leaves look like henna but contain a golden yellow dye molecule that adds color to very pale blond or gray hair. An excellent conditioner, it strengthens the hair shaft, enhances volume, adds shine and may help improve dandruff. Cassia is often mixed with true henna.
Good For: Body & Luster; Blond highlights; Conditioner
Chamomile
Matricaria recutita, is used to soothe the scalp and condition hair. It adds highlights to fair hair and a sheen to dark hair and it conditions and softens. Chamomile tea makes a fantastic hair rinse for blonds, strengthens scalp tissues, and promotes healthy hair growth by correcting issues with scalp inflammation.
Good For:Dry hair & Scalp; Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Blonde highlights
Cloves
Syzgium aromaticum, make great hair rinses to bring warm tones to browns and enhance red and auburn highlights. The warm clove scent is an added bonus.
Good For: Dark highlights
Lemongrass
Cymbopogon citratum, has astringent and tonic properties that make it useful in the treatment of scalp inflammations. Lemongrass balances skin oil by helping to normalize oil production and is useful for both oily and dry hair.
Good For: Oily hair & Scalp
Lemon Balm
Melissa officinalis, a mild astringent, makes a very good rinse for those with oily hair. The toning properties of Lemon Balm help balance and refresh hair and scalp.
Good For:Oily hair & Scalp
Licorice Root or Yashtimadhu
Glycyrrhiza glabra, is a traditional herbal remedy used in India and around the world. The root is good for improving hair growth and is often used in products to help with hair loss. It helps keep the scalp moist and hydrated and helps strengthen the hair shaft.
Good For: Hair loss/thinning; Dry hair & Scalp
Marsh Mallow
Althaea officinalis, soothes and provides relief from scalp irritation. A great alternative to store-bought conditioners, it contains mucilage, which provides "slip" to help detangle thick naturally curly, wavy and Afro type hair. High in plant proteins, it nourishes, conditions and promotes hair growth and luster.
Good For: Dry hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Tangles; Conditioner
Mullein
Verbascum thapsus, rich in mucilage, has been used as a soothing emollient for inflammatory scalp conditions and dry hair and scalp. Mullein can be used as a floral rinse to add golden highlights and brighten hair.
Good For:Blond highlights; Dry hair and scalp
Nettle
Urtica dioica, stimulates the scalp, improves circulation, and helps promote fuller, more radiant hair. Nettles have a long-standing reputation for preventing hair loss and making the hair soft and shiny. Nettle, an excellent hair conditioner, is rich in minerals and plant hormones, is tonic and astringent, and gives a healthy gloss to hair. Nettle is said to be a remedy for oily hair, dandruff, and hair shaft breakage.
Good For: Dry hair and scalp; Oily hair and scalp; Scalp conditions*; Hair loss or thinning; Dark highlights; Body & Luster
Oat Straw
Avena sativa, has emollient qualities that promote softness, body, and shine. It contains nutrients that aid in healthy scalp maintenance and hair growth. Oat straw tea brings out highlights in blond hair.
Good For: Blond highlights and Body & Luster
Parsley
Petroselinum crispum, moisturizes, gives luster, stimulates growth, soothes scalp inflammation, and helps with dandruff. Parsley is high in essential vitamins and antioxidants which are essential for protecting the hair and scalp from free radicals. It also enriches color and gives a nice luster to hair.
Good For:Dry hair & Scalp; Body & Luster; Scalp conditions*
Peppermint
Mentha piperita, leaves are widely recognized for their anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and astringent properties. It stimulates nerve endings and increases local blood flow to the scalp and cools and refines the scalp.
Good For: Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Hair loss/thinning
Plantain
Plantago major, a weed commonly found in the wild, moisturizes the scalp and is one of the most effective anti-itching herbal remedies available. It is a good scalp stimulant and used in many hair loss treatments.
Good For: Scalp conditions*; Hair loss/thinning
Red Clover
Trifolium pratense, a natural anti-inflammatory, has been used for centuries to help with many types of skin problems. It is one of the most useful remedies for children with eczema. It is also useful for the treatment of other chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis.
Good For:Red highlights
Rhubarb Root
Rheum rhapoticum, hair rinse will create rich, warm honey tones in blonde hair. It is sometimes used with henna to create reddish-blonde tones.
Good For: Blonde highlights
Rose Petals
Rosa spp, has healing properties that are useful in treating mild scalp inflammation, moisturizing and nourishing qualities that promote shine and stimulating properties that increase the blood supply in the scalp to promote hair growth. Rose petals also brighten red hair.
Good For: Red highlights; Scalp conditions*
Rose Hips
Rosa spp, packed full of Vitamin C, strengthens the hair shaft and brightens red hair.
Good For:Red highlights; Strengthens hair
Rosemary
Rosemarinus officinalis, encourages hair growth by improving blood flow to the scalp, encourages strong, healthy hair, stimulates growth, increases manageability, and adds shine. The stimulating and revitalizing properties of rosemary help condition both hair and scalp.
Good For: Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Hair loss/thinning; Dark highlights; Body & Luster
Sage
Salvia officinalis, rich in antioxidant, astringent, and antibacterial proprties, is a soothing hair tonic and a natural treatment for scalp dryness. Sage tea adds shine and depth to dark hair and helps darken graying hair. Sage will remove residual shampoo and conditioner that has built up on your hair to leave it shiny and soft.
Good For: Dry hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Hair loss or thinning; Dark highlights
Seaweed or Kelp
mineral-rich, adds protection to the surface of the hair, reducing moisture loss and infusing it with vitamins. Seaweed proteins strengthen roots, add body and shine and condition the scalp and hair. The nutrients in seaweed a great way to help limp and lifeless hair.
Good For:Body & Luster
Shikakai
Acacia concinna, is referred to as "fruit for the hair." It has a naturally mild pH, and it gently cleans hair and increases bounciness and silkiness of hair without stripping it of natural oils. As a natural hair conditioner, Shikakai is said to promote hair growth, strengthen hair roots and clear dandruff.
Good For: Body & Luster and Hair loss/thinning
Thyme
Thymus vulgaris, has antiseptic and antifungal properties that cleanse, heal and soothe the scalp. Thyme is often used in deep cleansing shampoos, helps ease dandruff and stimulates hair follicles to help with hair loss.
Good For: Oily hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*; Hair loss/thinning
Tulsi
Ocimum sanctum, or Holy Basil, is helpful in conditioning the scalp by improving blood circulation thereby helping cells receive the nutrients and oxygen. It is also useful for dandruff and general hair care.
Good For:Hair loss/thinning
Watercress
Nasturtium officinale, is a mild acid that contains lots of minerals like iron and phosphorus. It revitalizes oily hair, removes oil and soap residue, and gets hair really clean. It has also been used as an anti-hair loss treatment due to its high content of zinc and biotin.
Good For: Oily hair & Scalp; Hair loss/thinning
Witch Hazel
Hamamelis virginiana, leaves and bark are astringent and help deep clean oily hair.
Good For: Oily hair & Scalp
Yarrow
Achillea millefolium, is effective for treating dandruff, itchiness, scalp irritation and oily scalp. It has also been shown to help counteract hair loss. Regular use of a strong yarrow tea will lighten hair.
Good For:Oily hair & Scalp
Yucca Root
Yucca schidigera, an emollient that contains natural saponins, a natural cleansing, and foaming agent, making it an ideal ingredient in shampoo and other hair care products. It soothes and nourishes the scalp. Navajos swear by yucca root to prevent hair loss and to cure dandruff.
Good For: Hair loss/thinning; Dry hair & Scalp; Scalp conditions*
