This article contains information about organic medicinal lavender - Lavandula Bohemia and links to research articles demonstrating its healing properties.
Efficacy of aromatherapy in the treatment of patients with alopecia areata
- Randomized, controlled trial of 7 months duration, with follow-up at 3 and 7 months
- Eighty-six patients diagnosed with alopecia areata
- The group massaged essential oils (thyme, rosemary, lavender) in a mixture of carrier oils (jojoba and grapeseed) into their scalp daily.
- 44% of the subjects showed a significant improvement
- The results show that aromatherapy is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia areata.
- Treatment with these essential oils was significantly more effective than treatment with carrier oil alone.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9828867
1999, May
Analysis of markers for the characterization of lavender and lavender oil
- Study by Czech student Jakub Přichystal, Palacký University in Olomouc
- Lavender oil is an antimicrobial agent (because it contains the main components - linalool and linalyl acetate)
- It contains substances that support hair growth in people with alopecia
- Has a beneficial effect on childhood atopic eczema, as an alternative to conventional pharmaceuticals (e.g. corticosteroids)
- Improves physical symptoms of psoriasis.
- Inhibits the growth or reproduction of certain fungi.
- It is bactericidal or bacteriostatic against certain bacteria.
- Acts against bacteria that cause respiratory disease (Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus).
- Lavender oil is effective against childhood lice and scabies.
https://theses.cz/id/eod23r/00171272-664652704.pdf
2012
Study of changes in hair quality status, use of shampoo containing aromatic essential oil
- A Korean study examined the changes in hair quality after shampooing with a shampoo containing aromatic essential oils.
- The essential oils used were lavender, juniper, cypress, peppermint, and cedarwood.
- On a group of 15 people for 4 weeks, shampoo with essential oils was applied.
- The study resulted in a significant increase in hair density, especially in the occipital region.
- There was an overall improvement in hair and skin quality due to the effect of the aromatic essential oils.
- It is also recommended as an effective hair loss prevention and hair growth support.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/369441554_A_Study_on_Changes_in_Hair_Condition_of_Shampoo_Containing_Aroma_Essential_Oil
February 2023
Herbal therapy for hair loss
- Study investigated the treatment of alopecia areatatis.
- Many herbal medicines containing e.g. lavender essential oil are very effective and without side effects.
- The role of aromatherapy (Arnica montana, Cedrus, Lavandula angustifolia, Rosmarinus officinalis) as an adjunct to treatment is important.
- In aromatherapy, essential oils enter the body through the olfactory system (inhalation) or through the skin.
- These oils act not only on a cellular level, calming the nervous system, but also on a spiritual level, giving a sense of well-being.
- Topical herbal therapy stimulates the hair follicles in a safe way.
https://www.scirp.org/html/100028_100028.htm
March 2020
Alopecia Therapy: a summary of essential oils used to treat hair loss
- Studies have identified the main factors that cause hair loss: genetic disposition, environmental triggers, chemical exposure, medications, nutritional deficiencies, stress, or long-term illness.
- Natural treatments are becoming increasingly popular, showing no side effects.
- Erythema, scaling, pruritus, dermatitis, itching, and other side effects are associated with the use of these synthetic medicines.
- Lavender oil has been studied and has been shown to help in skin reproduction due to its main constituents linalyl acetate, linalool, terpineol, cineol.
- It promotes cell growth, fights fatigue, relieves stress, promotes cell growth, and has antifungal properties.
- Aromatherapy is an alternative way to safely complement hair loss treatment.
- Herbal extracts (e.g., with lavender), as a supplement to a healthy diet, serve as treatment-promoting agents.
- Essential oils reduce the rate of hair loss while stimulating new hair growth.
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Rukaiya-Sirohiwala/publication/368344139_Alopecia_Therapy_A_systemic_review_on_herbal_oils_used_for_the_treat
International Journal of Enhanced Research in Medicines & Dental Care (IJERMDC), ISSN: 2349-1590, Vol. 9 Issue 3, March 2022
March 2022
Possible uses of essential oils in cosmetics and dermatology
- A study has shown that essential oils help trichologists, physicians, and health professionals in the treatment of their patients.
- External use of oils in the scalp area helps against hair loss, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant. Aromatherapy relieves anxiety and has stimulating effects on the scalp.
- Lipophilic properties help maintain the physiological balance of the scalp.
- Further studies and research have shown that essential oils promote hair shine and softening.
- In conjunction with other essential oils and using vegetable oils as carriers, they are suitable dermocosmetic products.
- They have the effect of regulating sebum secretion, stimulating hair growth, relieving scalp inflammation, and alleviating itching.
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June 2021