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Hijab Alopecia; hair loss caused by tension placed on hair roots for extended periods of time (traction alopecia), combined with a lack of sufficient supplies of oxygen, blood circulation to the scalp, sunlight and vital nutrients.
This page is dedicated to showcase medical research and clinical results found in YYH's Superseed Oil ingredients. Trusted sources and clinical studies give us confidence that plant oils and herbs can improve cases of alopecia and overall hair health (Gavazzoni 2015).
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4387693/
Organic Lepidium Sativum (Garden Cress Seed)
Lepidium Sativum is Superseed Oil’s star ingredient. Research shows that Lepidium Sativum is extremely high in iron and protein, two vital elements for hair growth (Jagdale et al 2021). It is rich in omega-3, omega-6, folate, calcium, ascorbic acid, tocopherol, and beta-carotene (Chandra et al, 2017). Garden Cress Seed’s reputation was amplified amongst Arab scholars among Muslims to the fact that it was directly recommended by the Prophet (Muhammad et al 2011).
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https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/16/9240/htm
https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/57028
https://academicjournals.org/article/article1380706077_Shehzad%20et%20al.pdf
Organic Nigella Sativa (Black Seed)
A 2016 study found that Nigella sativa holds properties such as antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant (Sudhir et al 2016). In 2017, another study indicated that an herbal hair oil containing Nigella sativa resulted in hair fallout reduction of up to 76 percent (Shahinoor et al 2014).
Sources:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/315474605_Nigella_sativa_seed_a_novel_beauty_care_ingredient_A_review
http://ijpsr.com/bft-article/formulation-and-finding-out-the-efficacy-of-the-herbal-hair-oil-over-simple-coconut-oil-purified-a-formulation-and-clinical-study-in-bangladesh/
Salvia rosmarinus (Rosemary)
Rosemary Oil is a great choice for hair growth thanks to its ability to improve cellular generation, improving hair thickness and hair growth. A study found that Rosemary Oil performed better than minoxidil, a common hair growth treatment (Panahi et al 2015). Another clinical study from 2017 found that Rosemary may have the ability to kill fungi and bacteria (de Oliveira et al 2017). Additionally, researchers found that Rosemary positively affected blood circulation and skin health in rats (İnce et al 2016).
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25842469/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28093936/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27994918/
Matricaria chamomilla (Chamomile)
Clinical results from a 2017 trial concluded that Chamomile plants can enhance hair growth by their natural 5a-reductase activity (Sharifan et al 2017). The study found that there were significant differences in patch test results from the group who used Chamomile than the placebo group. Chamomile also soothes inflammation and detoxes, which is excellent for the hair follicle and regrowth.
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https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/2331205X.2017.1421405
Organic Phyllanthus emblica (Amla) Oil
A 2012 study found that Amla Oil was a powerful inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase, a treatment used to treat scalp hair loss (Kumar et al 2012). In an additional study, researchers tested four types of hair products, one being Amla Oil. They found that Amla Oil was the most toxic to hair parasites, and thus the most effective at keeping hair parasite-free (Garg et al 1992).
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22178180/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1302812/
Uglans regia (Walnut) Oil
Walnuts are known to be the most beneficial to hair among all nuts, this is due to their
high content of omega-3 fatty acids, as well as zinc, iron, B vitamins (B1, B6 and B9) and high protein content. It’s also high in potassium which is essential in regeneration of cells and speeds up hair growth. Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids are high in vitamin D; a direct solution for hair's lack of sunlight exposure (Mir et al 2016). Omega-3 fatty acids in Walnut Oil form an important part of cell structure, they stop the dehydration of cells and keep the cell’s physical property healthy. By hydrating the scalp, it presents hair loss from dry scalp, instead promoting new hair to grow out strong and thick.
Source: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/319182987_Scientific_Processing_of_Walnuts_Necessary_for_Amazing_Health_Benefits
Organic Argania Spinosa Kernel (Argan) Oil
Argan Oil has significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. In a 2017 research study, Vitamin E — which Argan Oil has in abundance — was shown to drastically improve hair growth (Tzu-kai et al 2017). The antioxidants and fatty acids found in Argan Oil keep hair nourished and protected by damage. This can result in less breakage and hair fall out.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5796020/
Cucurbita pepo L (Pumpkin Seed) Oil
Results from a 2014 study on Pumpkin Seed Oil showed those who took Pumpkin Seed Oil supplements experienced 30 percent more hair growth than those who received the placebo (Young et al 2014). Pumpkin Seed Oil combats hair loss as it contains phytosterols, a plant sterol that blocks enzymes and hormones which cause hair loss (White 2018).
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https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2014/549721/
https://www.healthline.com/health/pumpkin-oil-for-hair
Ricinus communis (Castor) Oil
In a medically reviewed article it is highlighted that Castor Oil has great potential to grow hair due to its rich content of ricinoleic acid, a type of fatty acid that fights inflammation (Kroner et al 2021). When used as a scalp treatment it improves hair follicle health, assisting growth and combatting hair loss. In another medical article it mentions Castor Oil is found to increase hair’s luster (McMullen et al 2003).
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https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-benefits-of-castor-oil-89087
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14528387/
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
An article from the National Library of Medicine highlights that Sweet Almond Oil has been used to treat dry scalp conditions in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, it was also used for healing wounds due its anti-inflammatory and healing properties (Ahmad 2010). The Health Line website’s section of Sweet Almond Oil states the oil can increase blood flow and introduces powerful antioxidants to the scalp, its high content of vitamin E strengthens the entire hair strand (Watson 2018).
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20129403/
https://www.healthline.com/health/almond-oil-for-hair#hair-benefits
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Avocado Oil is rich in antioxidants, minerals, essential fatty acids, biotin, vitamins A, B-5, and vitamin E. A 2017 study found that minerals found in Avocado Oil can help seal cuticle cells, which can prevent hair from breaking (Annamarya 2017). The oil will help stimulate blood flow and unclog blocked follicles. Another pro to Avocado Oil is that it easily absorbs into the scalp, allowing nutrients to penetrate effectively.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/avocado-oil-for-hair#benefits
Camellia oleifera (Camellia Seed) Oil
Camellia Seed Oil is incredibly rich in vitamin A, B and E. A 2018 study shows that applying Camellia Seed Oil can drastically improves the moisture balance with its high antioxidant levels (Chiyana et al 2018). Camellia Seed Oil also scored significantly higher in antioxidant activity compared to other seed oils in this study.
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https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/5/3/40/htm
Moringa oleifera (Moringa) Oil
In an article on Lipids of Health and Disease, it is stated that Moringa Oil maintains scalp moisture, while improving the strength of hairs, preventing split ends and working as an anti dandruff solution (Nadeem 2016).
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https://lipidworld.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12944-016-0379-0
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
Sunflower Oil contains calcium, zinc, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and Vitamin B-1. In a health article, dermatologist Dr. Nivedita Dadu highlights that Sunflower Oil has oleic acid, which helps hair grow faster and prevents hair breakage (Nikita 2021). Sunflower Oil has the ability to neutralize free radicals. In a clinical trial, Sunflower Oil was found to enhance skin barrier which is vital to hair growth and scalp hydration (Michaela et al 2015).
Sources:
https://www.healthshots.com/beauty/hair-care/benefits-of-sunflower-oil-for-hair-loss/
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/275328801_Selected_Evidence-Based_Health_Benefits_of_Topically_Applied_Sunflower_Oil
Adansonia digitata (Baobab) Essential Oil
Research published at the US National Library of Medicine, found that when Baobab Essential Oil is used as a scalp treatment it prevents scalp dryness and dandruff (Li et al, 2017). Baobab is rich in dihydrosterculic acid, sterculic acid, malvalic acid, linoleic acid, palmitic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, stearic acid, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin D, and vitamin K. It's an extremely hydrating and nutrient-rich substance.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5555379/#R15
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
A study published in The National Library of Medicine found that Grapeseed Oil, on mice, promotes new hair follicle cells by 230% (Takahashi et al, 1998). This study also found incredible hair-cycle-converting activity from the telogen phase to the anagen phase.
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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9833041/
Mentha × piperita L (Peppermint Essential Oil)
Based on a study done in 2014, mice were given Peppermint Essential Oil and prominent hair growth effects were found; a significant difference in dermal thickness, hair follicle number and hair follicle depth (Yung et al 2014). Another medically reviewed article on Health Line states that the cold and tingling feeling Peppermint Essential Oil gives can increase circulation to the area it’s applied to which can help promote hair growth during the anagen (growing) phase (Gotter et al 2019).
Sources:
http://koreascience.or.kr/article/JAKO201402755363070.page https://www.healthline.com/health/essential-oils-for-hair-growth
Azadirachta indica (Neem) Oil
Neem is found to be incredibly powerful for hair as it is rich in calcium, triglycerides, antioxidants, limonoids and more (Watson 2019). Neem Oil’s active ingredient nimbidin, was clinically found to help reduce scalp inflammation. Research also shows that Neem Oil offers a complete cure to human head lice from one 10 minute treatment (Mehlhorn et al, 2011).
Sources:
https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/neem-oil-for-hair
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21484346/
Borago officinalis L (Borage) Oil
Borage Oil is known to be rich in ceramides and GLA, an omega-6 fatty acid and is known to be essential in stimulating hair growth. In The Japanese Medical Journal of Oleo Science, it states that ceramides act as a conditioning agent to the hair by locking in nutrients and protecting the hair shaft, ideal for damaged or weakened hair (Tomotake et al, 2010).
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https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jos/59/5/59_5_267/_pdf/-char/en
Citrus bergamia Risso (Bergamot) Essential Oil
In a very recent study done on rats in 2019, Bergamot Essential Oil was found to drastically improve collagen of skin and hair growth (Simone et al, 2019). A significant medical article also found that Bergamot has the ability to revitalize oxygen as well as reduce inflammation (Consentino et al, 2014).
Sources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6392855/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ptr.5121
Lavandula (Lavender) Essential Oil
Research from the Official Journal of Korean Society of Texocity states that Lavender Essential Oil helps with fatigue, the growth of cells and alopecia areata (Lee et al, 2015). They found evidence, on mice, that Lavender Essential Oil accelerated hair growth and thickness within just 4 weeks (Lee et al, 2015).
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https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.5487/TR.2016.32.2.103.pdf
