When it comes to hair care herbs are really great and they can be used for different purposes. There are many herbs that offer multiple benefits and can be used in different ways.
Today, we’re going to learn more about the wonderful herb called False Daisy – a permanent fixture in most hair care preparations in Ayurveda. The botanical name for the herb is Eclipta Alba it is also known as False Daisy. However, when you say Bhringraj, the name is usually familiar for many.
You’ve probably seen it one of the products you’ve bought, or used in your DIY recipes, etc. So what does False Daisy do? It has many uses including promoting better hair growth and reversing graying.
It is predominantly used in hair oils, besides herbal hair dyes and also used in a number of hair care preparations. It also offers loads of health benefits among other things, but we’re looking at the hair care aspect more.
You can consume Bhringraj internally too to get the benefits – improved hair growth, better liver health, beating anemia, reversing premature graying, etc. You can prepare a concoction with the leaves, have the powder in water or even use them as capsules to benefits from using False Daisy.
False Daisy / Bhringraj Hair Oil
You can prepare your very own Bhringraj Hair Oil by infusion method and use it on your hair 2 – 3 times a week to reverse or prevent premature graying, stimulate your scalp’s circulation for better hair growth, curb split ends, to strengthen hair and to curb or prevent hair fall or balding. You can use this as pre-shower or post-shower oil and it lasts a few months. For hair care, False Daisy that yields both yellow and white flowers can be used.
As a Pack
You can also use a pack made of Bhringraj Leaves along with Yogurt or other ingredients. Apply this on your scalp and wash off after 25 minutes. It promotes hair growth and offers loads of benefits for your hair and scalp. You can use this pack at least once a week. This also prevents or curbs baldness and hairfall. For this both variants – the one with yellow or white flowers can be used.
Skin Care
Not just hair care, do you know False Daisy is used to treat many skin conditions and accelerate wound healing? For this purpose though, the False Daisy that has yellow flowers is crushed and used. It also leaves your skin radiant and fresh.
These are just a few ways to use Bhrigraj for hair and skin care. Do you know it is a liver tonic and use it regularly to improve their liver health? It is also used to treat anemia, combat cold and cough and more. Over all, the ingredient is more than just a hair care herb and regular part of diet in Asian countries like India. Don’t have time for DIY Recipes? No worries, we have you covered with a broad range of hair care products from HY Vitamins – every requirement and hair type, we have a product out there for you!
