Moringa Oil and Hair Growth
Moringa oil is known for its beneficial properties, including those that may promote hair growth. It is rich in compounds such as vitamins and minerals. However, more scientific research is needed to prove its effectiveness conclusively.
What Is Moringa Oil?
Moringa oil is derived from the seeds of the moringa tree. It is native to the Himalayan mountains and is often called the miracle tree. That is because it has a wide range of nutritional, industrial, and medicinal uses.
The seeds of the moringa tree have a high oil content of 34-40% [1, 2]. The oil is produced by solvent extraction and cold-pressing. It can be used either as an essential oil or as a cooking oil. As an essential oil, it is used for moisturizing and cleansing the skin, and the cooking oil is high in protein and other compounds [1, 2].
Moringa oil is also used in hair and skin products due to its moisturizing properties. It's rich in monounsaturated fats, protein, sterols, and tocopherols, contributing to its beneficial effects [1].
Let’s look at how moringa oil can be administered using Medisearch:
What Are The Benefits Of Moringa Oil?
In both health and beauty, moringa oil offers a variety of benefits. Because it is rich in protein, sterols, monounsaturated fats and tocopherols, it is quite a versatile ingredient for various applications [1].
From a health perspective, moringa oils have been shown to lower the “bad” cholesterol called the LDL [1].
In addition, moringa oil also contains several bioactive compounds such as tocopherols, catechins, quercetin, ferulic acid, or zeatin. These have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which can be beneficial when moringa oil is used both topically or ingested[1].
This makes moringa oil potentially beneficial for acne breakouts [1].
Moreover, moringa oil has been found to have a strong antioxidant potential, which can contribute to reducing skin irritation and improving the safety of cosmetic products [2].
Because moringa oil contains oleic acid, it is an effective topical cleanser and moisturizer. It can be found in soaps, liquid cleansers, hydrating toners, massage oils, shampoos, and hair conditioners [1]. Because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, moringa oil can potentially benefit acne breakouts [1].
How Does Moringa Oil Impact Your Hair Growth?
Because Moringa oil has been associated with various beauty and health benefits. It is natural to ask whether moringa oil's wide variety of compounds can impact your hair growth.
This oil is rich in proteins and other compounds that can nourish and moisturize the hair, potentially promoting healthier and faster hair growth [1].
One way how moringa oil may impact hair growth is through its moisturizing effect.
When our hair is dry and brittle, it is more prone to breakage; therefore using moringa oil as a moisturizer to provide hydration may prevent the breakage effect and promote healthier hair growth [1]
In addition to its moisturizing properties, Moringa oil is also high in protein. Protein is a critical component of hair, and deficient protein can lead to weak and brittle hair. By providing a source of protein, Moringa oil can help strengthen the hair and promote growth [1].
There is very limited scientific research on the effects of moringa oil on hair growth. So, while Moringa oil may help create conditions conducive to hair growth, more research is needed to fully understand its potential benefits and mechanisms of action.