Scientific Evidence for 10 Botanical Shampoo Ingredients
| # | Ingredient | Scientific Name | Type | Primary Benefit | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhringraj | Eclipta prostrata | Common | Hair growth stimulation | Level C |
| 2 | Neem | Azadirachta indica | Common | Anti-dandruff / Antifungal | Level C |
| 3 | Rosemary | Rosmarinus officinalis | Common | Hair growth (= Minoxidil) | Level A |
| 4 | Onion | Allium cepa | Common | Alopecia regrowth | Level A |
| 5 | Henna | Lawsonia inermis | Common | Keratin binding | Level D |
| 6 | Curry Leaves | Murraya koenigii | Common | Anti-greying | Level C |
| 7 | Kalonji | Nigella sativa | Common | Anti-inflammatory | Level A |
| 8 | Brahmi | Bacopa monnieri | Rare | DPC proliferation | Level B |
| 9 | Jute Root | Corchorus olitorius | Rare | Mucilage conditioning | Level D |
| 10 | Poppy Seed | Papaver somniferum | Rare | Mineral scalp nutrition | Level D |
Rosemary Oil vs Minoxidil 2% (Panahi et al. 2015)
Onion Juice vs Tap Water (Sharquie & Al-Obaidi 2002)
Panahi et al. 2015 — 6-month RCT
Rosemary oil matched Minoxidil 2% in hair count increase for androgenetic alopecia.
SKINmed Journal | Less scalp itching than minoxidil
Sharquie & Al-Obaidi, 2002
86.9%
hair regrowth in 6 weeks
Males: 93.7% | Females: 71.4%
DOI: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.2002.tb00277.x
2014 RCT: Topical 0.5% black seed oil → significant improvement in hair density & thickness for telogen effluvium
DOIs: 10.2147/OTT.S47958 | 10.3390/molecules28135061
Promotes telogen → anagen transition. Stimulates keratinocyte proliferation. Downregulates TGF-β1.
| Datta K, et al. | J Ethnopharmacology |
| DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2009.05.023 | |
| Begum S, et al. | Int J Mol Med |
| DOI: 10.3892/ijmm.2014.2023 | |
Disrupts Malassezia cell membranes. Suppresses NF-κB. Dual antifungal + anti-inflammatory action.
| Feature | Neem | Zinc Pyrithione |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Anti-inflammatory | ✓ | ✗ |
| Antibacterial | ✓ | ✗ |
| Resistance risk | None | Possible |
Lawsone + Keratin → Covalent Bond (not a surface coating)
Integrates into protein structure — fills porosity gaps
Active vs S. aureus, P. aeruginosa
Unlike silicones — each application genuinely strengthens
+ Beta-carotene, B-complex, Vitamin C
Carbazole alkaloids modulate melanogenesis pathway in hair follicles.
B-complex vitamins (B6, folic acid) provide keratin precursors. Beta-carotene protects melanocytes from oxidative damage.
2024 interventional study on Akala palitya (premature greying)
3 ingredients almost no competitor uses.
This is Pure Plant's unfair advantage.
Brain herb that grows hair
Textile fiber for hair conditioning
Mineral treasury for scalp
Known for brain health — but bacosides also stimulate dermal papilla cell (DPC) proliferation.
| Lee J, et al. | Pharmaceutics |
| DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14071374 | |
| Leenutaphong, et al. | BMC Comp Alt Med |
| DOI: 10.1186/s12906-016-0994-8 | |
Neuroscience × Trichology — Pure Plant is pioneering this crossover.
High-molecular-weight polysaccharide rich in uronic acid.
Choi et al. (2022) — Molecules
"Characterization of
Mucilage from Corchorus olitorius"
Patent WO2018115733A1
"Cosmetic use of C. olitorius
extract for reducing hair loss"
Shruti S, et al. (2023) — poppy seed oil vs dandruff (Ayurvedic clinical trial)
Anti-Malassezia in-vitro — inhibited M. furfur
The seed extract is used — zero opiate alkaloids. The benefits are in the fatty acids and minerals.
No commercial shampoo combines all three pillars.
Pure Plant = Full-Spectrum Botanical Treatment, not a single-ingredient product.
| Factor | Pure Plant | Typical "Natural" Shampoo | Pharmaceutical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredients | 23 botanicals | 2-3 hero ingredients | 1 drug (minoxidil/finasteride) |
| Rare Ingredients | 3 (Brahmi, Jute, Poppy) | 0 | 0 |
| Clinical Evidence | 13 cited papers | Vague "natural" claims | Strong but narrow |
| Side Effects | None | None | Scalp irritation, dependency |
| Multi-pathway Action | Growth + Scalp + Structure | 1 pathway | 1 pathway |
| Cultural Relevance (PK) | Deep (Desi ingredients) | Minimal | None |
10 ingredients. 3 rare. 13 scientific papers.
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