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Green tea: A rich source of antioxidants which work on their own and in conjunction with other herbs to activate proteins thought to stimulate hair growth, as well as panthenol which strengthens hair. It also keeps the scalp toned and conditioned, which supports hair health. Licorice root: Contains antioxidants which increase microcirculation to the scalp and help to improve follicular health. This is thought to encourage and speed hair growth. Macadamia oil: A rich treatment to deeply nourish and restore hair, especially if it has been damaged by sun, wind or salt water, or has been colour-treated. Marshmallow: Supports scalp health and has beneficial antimicrobial and immune- modulatory effects on hair follicles, potentially assisting hair problems triggered by hormonal changes. Oatmeal Softens and conditions
Herbal remedies have a long history of curing hair hassles, ranging from stimulating scalp circulation and increasing growth in thinning hair to easing dandruff and itching and rebalancing overly oily hair. Here are 10 of our favourites:
Aloe vera: With antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and skin- conditioning benefits, this balances sebum production and restores correct pH balance, leaving hair soft and silky with natural shine. Argan oil: To smooth hair and moisturise scalp, without leaving hair greasy or limp. Camellia leaf: Particularly helpful for flyaway hair and a dry, reddened, irritated or flaky scalp, as it has a cooling and calming effect on skin and hair tissue. Gotu kola: A key herb
What about wheat? Wheat protein is a vegan-friendly alternative to animal-derived protein, like keratin. According to a clinical study published in Royal Society Open Science , quaternised wheat protein demonstrates significant ability to bind with the surface of hair, which makes it an excellent choice for inclusion in haircare products designed to restore damaged hair and bring smoothness and density to individual strands. Springfields features wheat protein in its Botanical Hair Care range.
in Ayurveda, India’s traditional medicine system, and long used for strengthening hair and increasing thickness and growth, as well as encouraging better circulation to the scalp.
the scalp, and improves hair tensile strength and manageability; very helpful for balancing oily hair and overproduction of sebum.
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