Bhringaraj or maaka or Eclipta alba is an Ayurvedic herb found throughout India and the South-western U.S. Its name means “ruler of the hair” and so is considered to be the best Ayurvedic remedy for hair loss, premature greying and is also said to help make hair dark, dense and lustrous. Bhringaraj has also been used in Traditional Ayurveda as a rejuvenating tonic for the liver, for various skin conditions and as a tonic for the mind. Bhringaraj Powder can be mixed in water with herbs like Henna, Amla, Shikakai, Tulsi and applied on hair in paste form. These herbs can also be incorporated into a coconut oil infusion and used as a conditioning oil treatment, which supports shiny and smooth hairs and keeping away hair ailments.
Regular intake of Eclipta alba promotes a Rejuvenating tonic for Teeth, Hair and Liver. Bhringaraj supports as natural bile secretion regulator and prevention of Liver cell damage. Ayurveda mentions Eclipta alba usefulness in skincare internally and externally. Internally Bhringaraj improves blood flow to the skin and purifies it, so useful in various skin ailments.