Arborvitae leaf powder has effects such as preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth, controlling oil and removing dandruff, and darkening and brightening hair. Its main active ingredients include flavonoids, volatile oils, and tannins, which are detailed below.
Core Effects
Preventing Hair Loss and Promoting Hair Growth: By stimulating scalp blood circulation, it improves the nutrient supply to hair follicles, suitable for hair loss caused by staying up late or stress. New hair growth can be seen after 1-2 weeks of consistent use.
Controlling Oil and Removing Dandruff: Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory ingredients can improve seborrheic dermatitis, reduce dandruff, and relieve itching. Significant oil control effect is seen within 3 days after washing.
Darkening and Brightening Hair: Promotes melanin synthesis, improves gray and dry hair, and makes hair smooth and shiny.
Soothing and Relieving Itching: The cooling sensation can soothe scalp inflammation and relieve redness, acne, and other problems.
Other Uses
Traditional Chinese medicine also uses it for cooling the blood and stopping bleeding (such as nosebleeds and hematochezia), drying dampness and stopping leukorrhea, and relieving cough and asthma.
Precautions
A patch test should be performed behind the ear before first use. Pregnant women, those with a cold constitution, and those with dry scalps should use with caution. Avoid using hot hair dryers to prevent damage to the hair cuticles.
Those with severe hair loss are advised to consult a doctor to rule out underlying medical conditions.
If internal supplementation is needed, it can be combined with foods such as black sesame seeds and walnuts. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule (early to bed, early to rise) and combing hair 100 times daily can promote absorption.