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Hello dears, In recent times you might have come across this trending ingredient “Rosemary” very often. Perhaps, you’ve even received repeated advice to incorporate rosemary in your routine to address all your hair-related concerns like hair fall, dandruff, hair thinning, etc.
You are at the right place if you are curious about rosemary and its connection to enhancing your hair health.
Let's get started.
Rosemary - a cooking ingredient or beyond?
Rosemary is not just used as a seasoning ingredient for cooking, it’s a medicinal herb rich in antioxidants and possesses numerous antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
It has been used in the medical sector since ancient times for treating different ailments. It's also used as a natural preservative in the food industry.
But recently, it has become a hot topic due to its effectiveness in treating several hair-related issues and “n” number of social media promotions.
Numerous research studies have also concluded that rosemary is as effective as minoxidil.
Rosemary and its formulations:
This magical herb has been used as follows
Fresh leaves/ Dried leaves: It can be used in food to add extra flavors. These leaves can also be brewed into tea, aiding in digestive and respiratory issues. The dried rosemary leaves have a more concentrated flavor compared to fresh leaves. You can also use these leaves to make homemade skin & hair packs.
Essential oil/Serum: You might have already seen rosemary essential oil from various brands. This can be diluted or directly used with your haircare & skincare products.
Hydrosol: This can be used as a facial mist/toner to hydrate the skin. And also, can also be used as a hair spray to treat different hair-related issues and to stimulate hair growth.
Incense sticks: Dried rosemary leaves which has a distinct herbal scent and are made as incense sticks with some other aromatic binding agents and essential oils. Burning these sticks creates a pleasant fragrance and a calming atmosphere. This can be burnt while doing meditation, the mild scent can help alleviate stress and can even provide mental clarity and increases concentration.
In cases of Shampoos, rosemary infused water or its oil extracts will be used for its antioxidant and anti-microbial properties. The herbs beneficial compounds or extracts which has potent scent and therapeutic properties infused into a carrier oil or water base and then finally incorporated into a shampoo formulation.
Perfume: Many body perfumes and room fresheners have rosemary as their major ingredient along with citrus, lavender, etc., These can offer a fresh, natural, and aromatic scent that can boost mood & energy levels.
Extract: The rosemary extract has been utilized in different industries like food, nutrition, cosmetics, and other personal products. It's a great dietary supplement that helps to improve overall health. Many personal care products like soap, lotion, and shampoo also have rosemary in them due to its healing properties and aromatic fragrance.
From providing aromatic fragrances to enhancing hair health, rosemary can do wonders.
How rosemary can be the game changer in your hair care routine:
Rosemary with its major compounds such as carnosic acid, rosmarinic acid, and ursolic acid effectively combats many hair-related issues and promotes hair growth.
You can use the different formulations of rosemary to improve your hair health.
Manage Dandruff:
The main scalp concern of most people nowadays is dandruff and the itchiness caused due to that. Dandruff is nothing but a build-up of excess dead skin cells. This is caused by the over-secretion of sebum and fungal growth. The antimicrobial properties of rosemary reduce the growth of fungi such as Malassezia, that cause dandruff. By inhibiting fungal growth, rosemary helps to alleviate the itchiness and flaking associated with dandruff.
Stress causes hair fall and hair fall causes stress- it's a vicious cycle, isn’t it? The root cause of hair fall can be anything from your lifestyle habits to using different chemical products on your hair. So, first, to reduce hair fall, you need to understand why it occurs.
Excess sebum production can cause several issues while clogging hair follicles. It's as harmful as excess oil secretion in your face. Mostly the amount of care given to haircare is comparatively less than skin care. Your hair also needs special care to maintain its health.
Many studies have concluded that carnosol or carnosic acid in rosemary has high antioxidant properties which help to fight free radicals and protect hair follicles. This can reduce hair breakage and strengthen hair.
Have you heard of the famous hair regrowth treatment with minoxidil? It's highly effective to treat hair-related problems and promote hair growth. However, it's interesting to note that rosemary has evolved as a promising alternative to minoxidil. Through extensive research and studies, many scientists and health professionals have discovered that rosemary is as effective as minoxidil. This natural alternative has given hope to many who are looking for safer options for hair regrowth solutions.
Conclusion:
From reducing hair fall to stimulating hair growth and combating dandruff, rosemary offers a holistic approach to nourishing your hair health. You may be stuck in awe if you witness the changes after using this magical ingredient. There is no going back.
