What it is: A fragrant flower oil used in Unani & Asian traditions; rich in aromatic compounds.

What the science says:

• In vitro / Mechanistic: Jasmine oils/extracts show antibacterial/antifungal and antioxidant activity that may support a calmer scalp environment.
• Animal / Case reports (limited): A rabbit study reported hair-growth promotion vs. control; a single Unani case report noted improvement in a 16-year-old with diffuse hair loss after scalp applications of jasmine oil. These are low-level evidence and not generalizable.
  
  Evidence level: In vitro + animal + case report (promising; more human trials needed).
  
  What it means for you: We use jasmine primarily for sensory ritual + scalp comfort, not as a stand-alone “drug-like” growth active.

Mechanism to watch: Lab and animal data suggest hibiscus may promote anagen and could inhibit 5-α-reductase (the DHT-forming enzyme), but high-quality human trials are limited.

Key findings:

• Animal: Topical hibiscus leaf/flower extracts increased hair length and anagen follicles in rats.
• 5-α-reductase (mechanistic): Early in-silico/in-vitro work indicates potential 5-AR inhibition; this is not the same as proven clinical DHT lowering in humans.
  
  Evidence level: Animal + mechanistic (encouraging, but not definitive human data).

What the science says:

• Human RCT (oral, not topical): A 12-week randomized, placebo-controlled trial of amla syrup in women with androgenetic alopecia improved anagen phase and hair parameters vs. placebo (needs replication; oral route).
• Mechanistic / Reviews: Amla is widely described as antioxidant and a potential 5-α-reductase inhibitor in preclinical work and narrative reviews; topical human evidence is limited.
  
  Evidence level: Human RCT (oral) + mechanistic; topical evidence still developing.
  
  What it means for you: As part of an oil blend, amla contributes antioxidant, scalp-care benefits; we avoid drug-style claims for topical amla alone.

What the science says:

• Animal: Multiple rodent studies show faster anagen entry and hair growth with Eclipta extracts, sometimes comparable to minoxidil in those models.
• Human (polyherbal): Some clinical studies test multi-ingredient serums that include Bhringraj; attribution to Bhringraj alone isn’t possible.

Evidence level: Animal + human (polyherbal).

What it means for you: We include Bhringraj as part of a multi-active approach aligned with traditional use and preclinical support.

What the science says:

• Animal (head-to-head with minoxidil): In a 4-week mouse study, 3% peppermint oil increased follicle number, depth, dermal thickness, and IGF-1 expression, and induced anagen—with hair-growth scores greater than 3% minoxidil at week 4 in that model. Human trials are still needed.

Evidence level: Animal (strong), no human RCTs yet.

What it means for you: We use carefully dosed peppermint for scalp sensation/circulation support within a balanced blend.

What the science says:

• Human RCT: A 16-week double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial of 0.5% rice-bran supercritical CO₂ extract (RB-SCE) in adults with androgenetic alopecia showed significant increases in hair density and diameter (especially in men) vs. placebo, with good tolerability.
• Animal: RB-SCE promoted anagen induction in mice; components like γ-oryzanol and linoleic acid were implicated.

Evidence level: Human RCT + animal.

What it means for you: Rice-bran derivatives are one of the most evidence-supported botanicals we use for visible density/diameter support.

What the science says:

• Human RCT (n=100, 6 months): Rosemary oil performed similarly to 2% minoxidil for hair-count improvements in men with androgenetic alopecia; itching occurred more often with minoxidil.
• Human (alopecia areata; blend): In alopecia areata, a trial using an essential-oil blend (thyme/rosemary/cedarwood/lavender) with massage outperformed carrier oil alone. (Blend ≠ rosemary alone.)

Evidence level: Human RCT (AGA) + human (blend in AA).

What it means for you: We pair rosemary with other actives to support microcirculation, antioxidant balance, and ritual massage.

What the science says:

• Dermatology reviews: Almond oil is a well-tolerated emollient used for dry/irritated skin and scalp; evidence focuses on barrier support, not direct regrowth.
• Safety: Cosmetic Ingredient Review indicates low irritation potential in topical use; avoid if you have nut allergies.

Evidence level: Human experience + safety reviews (for skin barrier); no direct hair-regrowth RCTs.

What it means for you: We use almond oil to reduce breakage and improve shine/manageability by smoothing the cuticle and supporting scalp comfort.