What is Ashwagandha?
Withania somnifera is a small shrub whose root has been used in traditional South Asian medicine for centuries. Its fame today comes mostly from supplements studied for stress and sleep.
What does Ashwagandha do for hair?
- A traditional herb in desi and Ayurvedic hair formulas
- Part of herbal washes for a refreshed-feeling scalp
- Pairs with amla, reetha and shikakai in herbal care
- Plant-based, no synthetic actives
What does the research say?
Ashwagandha supplements have been studied for stress. Stress can contribute to shedding, but no trials show that ashwagandha on the scalp reduces hair loss.
How do you use Ashwagandha on hair?
- Find it in OrganicCare Herbal Hair Shampoo and Herbal Hair Oil.
- Use as part of a regular routine; no special steps needed.
Who should be careful?
- Ashwagandha supplements are not suitable in pregnancy; ask a doctor before taking them. Shampoo use is a different, rinse-off exposure.