Japakusumadi Oil is a classical Ayurvedic hair tonic meticulously formulated with Japa (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), Madyantaka (Lawsonia inermis / Henna), Taruni (Rosa centifolia), and Tila Taila (Sesame oil).
This rejuvenating oil is renowned for nourishing the scalp, stimulating hair growth, preventing premature greying, and restoring natural luster. With its cooling, stress-relieving, and anti-dandruff properties, it not only strengthens hair from the roots but also promotes mental calmness, making it a comprehensive hair care and wellness formulation.
PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIONS & MECHANISMS
- Follicle Stimulation & Hair Growth: Hibiscus and Henna increase scalp blood circulation, rejuvenate follicles, and stimulate new growth
- Moisturizing & Anti-breakage: Sesame oil and Rose lock in moisture, prevent split ends, and restore elasticity
- Anti-dandruff & Scalp Detox: Hibiscus and Henna are antimicrobial and help remove dandruff, fungal buildup, and flakes
- Cooling & Stress-Reducing: Rose and Henna provide a cooling effect, calming both scalp and nervous system, reducing cortisol-linked hair loss.
- Natural Hair Pigmentation: Hibiscus and Henna help maintain melanin, slowing the onset of grey hair.
- Shine & Manageability: Taruni and Sesame oil enhance softness, manageability, and add natural luster.
CONTRAINDICATIONS & PRECAUTIONS
• Avoid use in cold-prone individuals during winter, unless followed by warm hair wash
• Patch test advised for sensitive scalps and individuals with known allergies to Hibiscus, Henna, or Rose.
AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES
• Rasa (Taste): Tikta (Bitter), Madhura (Sweet)
• Guna (Qualities): Snigdha (Unctuous), Manda (Mild), Sheeta (Cooling)
• Veerya (Potency): Sheeta (Cooling)
• Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Madhura (Sweet)
• Doshaghnata (Effect on Doshas): Balances Pitta and Vata, may increase Kapha if overused
INGREDIENTS
• Japa (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis): Hair follicle rejuvenator, promotes thickness and strength
• Madyantaka (Lawsonia inermis): Soothes the scalp, maintains natural color, and prevents dandruff
• Taruni (Rosa centifolia): Adds fragrance, shine, and calms the nervous system
• Tila Taila (Sesamum indicum): Deeply nourishing carrier oil, strengthens hair shafts, and promotes scalp health
RELEVANT RESEARCH INSIGHTS
- Hibiscus has been shown to enhance follicular density and hair length by improving anagen-telogen ratio
- Henna (Lawsonia inermis) possesses proven antifungal, antimicrobial, and pigment-enhancing activity
- Rosa centifolia exhibits antioxidant and calming effects, helpful in psychosomatic hair disorders
- Sesame oil is rich in vitamin E, essential fatty acids, and acts as an excellent transdermal carrier
STORAGE & PACKAGING
• Available in 118 ml light-resistant bottles
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight
• Shake well before use
• Use within 6 months of opening
CLIMATE & REGION
• Hibiscus and Henna thrive in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Africa, and Southeast Asia
• Taruni (Rosa centifolia) is cultivated in cooler climates including parts of India (Kannauj, Kashmir), Iran, and Bulgaria
• Sesame grows in hot, semi-arid zones, notably in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan
Their combination ensures an adaptogenic and synergistic formulation suitable for a wide range of scalp and hair conditions.
