Bhringraj is the king of hair, this tridoshic herb that supports healthy liver function and blood quality. Hair loss is primarily due to infection of the scalp, impaired blood quality and weakening of the liver. Bhringraj supports the liver to function properly and also to keep the blood healthy and strong. A healthy liver and strong blood help reverse hair loss and discoloration at the root of the problem by helping to balance the internal fire and deliver necessary nutrients through the blood. Though bringaraj has a wide range of applications in ayurvedic medicine and is a general tonic supporting many parts of the body, it has taken a central role in many Ayurvedic formulations for hair related conditions. Bringaraj's wide application in ayurvedic medicine stems from its potent blood purifying and pitta balancing properties. Bringaraj has a sweet taste, a cooling energy, and a sweet post-digestive effect. However, it also has a bitter and astringent effect that works primarily on the blood, plasma, and circulatory system. This combination of effects renders Bringaraj a powerful tonic for supporting blood quality and allowing the blood to perform its natural function of combating many conditions by eliminating the root cause. The bitter and astringent qualities of Bringaraj make it an effective cleanser of the blood and related tissues. The cooling energy of Bringaraj helps to pacify inflammation and its sweet taste help to cool and moisturize tissues worn out by the excessive or prolonged heat of a pitta imbalance. Recipe: How to make Bhringraj Oil Take Dried leaves of Bhringraj leaves and make a fine powder of it. Add this powder in coconut oil, and keep heating it until it turns brown. Message this oil on to your hair and scalp.
