Perilla Frutescens Leaf

The Perilla leaf originated and grew in popularity in East Asia. Perilla Frutescens Leaf grows in grasslands and along roadside areas. It is an annual plant and grows to from 2-6 meters tall. The flowers, leaves, and stems of this plant turn into a light purple color from August to September. The Perilla leaf has a warm nature and has been proven to be beneficial for hair.

For hair growth and improved scalp health, perilla frutescens leaves contain omega-3, antioxidants, linoleic acid, anthocyanins, cinnamic acid derivatives and flavone compounds. Reducing of swelling and inflammation is an expected effect of Perilla leaves. 

Perilla also has anti-inflammatory properties. In 2012, researchers has discovered that any increase of prostaglandin D2 (PGD2) expression reduce hair lengthening and regrowth. Some hair loss experimenters are documenting regrowth by both blocking PGD2 and increasing PGE2. Fortunately, Perilla leaves contain luteolin which inhibit PGD2, allowing for hair to grow!

Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract (Fo-ti)

Since 812 AD, Fo-ti has been the most enduring and popular herbal medicines in East Asia, especially China. It has been traditionally used to treat patients suffering from baldness and hair loss. In the Ming Dynasty, a best chinese Pharmisterists described the effect of fo-ti as a “boost blood energy, blacken hair and improve complexion.” Fo-ti treats the circulatory systems, and other illnesses. It is effective in clearing out blocked blood vessels. It is widely used to treat anemia, mental illness, and other chronic diseases.

Fo-ti contains the proteins: B-catenin and sonic hedgehog that activate the hair’s anagen growth phase. Case studies have concluded that participants using fo-ti significantly reduced hair loss, shedding, and found improvement in new hair growth.

Portulaca Oleracea

Purslane is a popular ingredient in cosmetics. In Korea and China, Portulaca Oleracea is used for detoxification and is highly known for its effectiveness in reducing inflammation. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial agents that ultimately relieve irritation. Because it has large amounts of norepinephrine, dopamine, other catecholamines,
and vitamins, it is effective as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and anti-bacterial agents, as wells as calming skin irritation and preventing skin dryness and allergic reactions.

Studies have shown that ointments containing 0-1% purslane alcohol extract was safe for the skin through visual assessment and with red spot measuring studies. In a psoriasis clinical trial, the ointment with the purslane alcohol extract helped remove against dead skin and sebum oxidation. This study was also able to gather results stating that purslane was effective in treating an irritated (red) scalp.

Arginine As a precursor to nitrogen oxide, arginine is of vital importance for hair growth. The vasodilatory effect of arginine promotes hair growth as the nitrogen oxide generated from arginine opens the potassium channels of the cells. The blood supply to the hair root is then improves, which in turn stimulates hair growth.

L-Methionine For healthy hair, skin and nails. Since L-Methionine is a building block protein tissue, many people take it to help their hair grow, their nails stay strong, and their skin remain youthful and healthy.

Biotin Biotin, vitamin B7, is a nutrient that is essential for tissue growth and increases hair strength. Hair loss occurs when biotin is deficient.

Panthenol Panthenol is mostly used as a humectant, a substance that helps retain moisture, and is primarily used in skin and hair products. Panthenol’s molecular structure allows it to attract moisture from the atmosphere and bind to water molecules. Panthenol helps moisturize hair and skin and stops both from getting dehydrated. In addition, because panthenol also spreads evenly on the surface of the hair strand, it forms a smooth film over hair cuticles that enhances light reflection and makes tresses look shinier and glossier.

How we extract Ingredients

Our manufacturing company are experts in extracting natural ingredients keeping it’s purest form. At 67 ° C under vacuum, the water-soluble component of the watercress is distilled and cooled, we extract and mix fat-soluble ingredient separately at low 40 ° C. It is carefully harvested and dried, then carefully extracted with a low temperature vacuum extractor. After that, ingredients are vaporized at a low 67 degrees for cool down. With a drop of water vapor it is used as the base of our Perilla Fo-ti duo.