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Bhringraj identified as ‘Kehraj‘ in Assamese and ‘Karisalankanni’ in Tamil, is a therapeutic herb that grows in moist fields. This leaf is reflected to be a powerful liver cleanser and is especially good for the hair. It is regarded as the ‘Rasayana’ – an ingredient that rejuvenates and slows down the aging process. You can purchase Bhringraj oil available in the market which is usually combined with other herbs or choose to make it at home. To obtain this on your own, sundry ground Bhringraj leaves for 2 or 3 days and then absorb the dried rounds in a jar of coconut oil or sesame oil. Leave it out in the sun for another two to three days till the color of the oil changes to light green.

A straight way of making bhringraj oil at house is to heat powdered bhringraj leaves with coconut oil and then store. The oil is dark green and has a unique, strong aroma. The best way to utilize it is to apply it quickly on the scalp, let the roots absorb it for about 30 minutes and then wash off. Bhringraj oil can be applied to treating different hair and skin problems.

Extraction

It is extracted by the steam-distilled method.

Uses

• It is used to treat dandruff & dry scalp
• It treats baldness & helps in hair growth
• It prevents hair growth
• It also prevents graying of the hair
• It makes hair lustrous
• It aids for sleeping
• It improves eyesight

Benefits

• Dandruff and Dry Scalp: Dermatologist Dr. Deepali Bhardwaj describes that bhringraj oil has a high special gravity which makes it dense. This simply means that it can easily enter the scalp and helps in treating dry scalp. To dry hair, rub it on your scalp, wrap a steamed towel for five minutes and then massage some more oil again. This helps in deeper absorption and helps in activating the sebaceous glands. Apply warm oil to get rid of dandruff and leave it on overnight. Grind some lime juice on your scalp the next morning before you rinse your hair.
• Baldness: In his book, 'Ayurvedic Home Remedies', Dr. Vasant Lad recommends that bhringraj oil can benefit in treating baldness if used regularly. Massage the oil on your scalp at bedtime helps in improving the blood circulation at the root of the hair bringing more nutrients to support hair growth.
• Hair Fall: Within his book, Dr. Vasant Lad gives that bhringraj oil is known for its cooling qualities and therefore, it can help in reducing stress and stress-related hair loss. "Bhringraj oil helps foster hair follicles. This is like a common therapy for preventing hair loss. This herb contains powerful nutrients that fulfill the deficiency of minerals that lead to uncontrollable hair loss hence promoting hair growth," says Swati Kapoor, Co-Founder, Soul Tree.
• Hair Growth: Bhringraj oil supports in maintaining the natural color of your hair. You can combine some amla oil including bhringraj oil and massage on your scalp before going to be. Move it on overnight and then wash in the morning. This helps is preventing premature greying of hair. A black dye obtained from its leaves is also used for coloring your hair naturally.
• Prevents Greying of Hair: The potential amount of antioxidants alleviate oxidative stress and free radicals of your body. Free radicals incite modification and enhance the growth of various deadly diseases. Amla oil used in little doses shields you from many incurable diseases. Antioxidant features of amla oil support the production of collagen which ultimately revamping new cell growth.
• Adds Shine: Bhringraj oil is known to improve hair quality and also get rid of split ends. Combine bhringraj oil including amla, shikakai, and coconut oil to produce a nourishing hair conditioner. This DIY conditioner can be stored in a container and used over some time.

Precautions

Pregnant & breastfeeding women should avoid it.