Herbology Henna Oil is 100% pure, cold pressed Lawsonia inermis (Henna / Mehndi) seed oil, extracted from the seeds of one of the most culturally significant and widely used botanical plants in South Asian, Middle Eastern, and North African traditions. Known as "Mehndi" in Urdu and Hindi and "Henna" in Arabic and English, Lawsonia inermis has been used for over 5,000 years across the Indian subcontinent, the Arab world, and North Africa for hair care, skin adornment, and medicinal purposes. While henna leaves are universally known for their hair colouring and body art applications, Henna seed oil delivers the plant's nourishing, conditioning, and scalp supporting properties in a pure, versatile oil form that does not impart colour.
Henna Oil's hair and scalp benefits come from its rich phytochemical and fatty acid composition: lawsone (2 hydroxy 1,4 naphthoquinone), the primary bioactive compound of the henna plant, with documented antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti inflammatory properties; a fatty acid profile rich in linoleic acid (40 to 50%) and oleic acid (20 to 30%) for deep hair shaft conditioning and scalp nourishment; tannins and gallic acid with astringent and antioxidant properties that help tighten the hair cuticle for improved smoothness and shine; and flavonoids including luteolin and apigenin with anti inflammatory and antioxidant action. Lawsone's antifungal action addresses dandruff causing Malassezia fungi, while its anti inflammatory properties soothe scalp irritation. The tannin content's cuticle tightening action is the mechanism behind henna's legendary ability to add shine, smoothness, and body to hair. Its linoleic acid content penetrates the hair shaft for deep conditioning and reduced protein loss. A deeply traditional, genuinely effective, and culturally resonant hair care oil with thousands of years of proven use across the subcontinent and beyond.
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Lawsone Antifungal and Antimicrobial Action the primary bioactive compound of henna; addresses dandruff causing Malassezia fungi and supports a healthier scalp environment
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Tannin Cuticle Tightening for Shine and Smoothness astringent tannins tighten the hair cuticle for improved smoothness, shine, and body; the science behind henna's legendary hair beautifying reputation
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Rich in Linoleic Acid (40 to 50%) penetrates hair shaft for deep conditioning, reduced protein loss, and improved hair strength
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Anti Inflammatory Scalp Support lawsone and flavonoid content soothe scalp irritation and support a balanced, healthy scalp environment
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Gallic Acid Antioxidant Protection protects hair follicles and scalp from oxidative stress for healthier, more resilient hair
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Deeply Traditional South Asian Hair Care Mehndi in Urdu; 5,000 years of use in South Asian, Middle Eastern, and North African hair care traditions
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100% Pure and Cold Pressed no additives, fillers, or chemical processing; does not impart colour
Applications
- Hair conditioning and shine enhancement
- Scalp health and dandruff control
- Hair strengthening and protein loss reduction
- Traditional South Asian hair oiling routines
- DIY hair care formulations
How to Use
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Scalp and hair (primary use): Apply to scalp and hair, massage gently in circular motions for 5 to 10 minutes. Leave for 30 to 60 minutes or overnight before washing out. Use 2 to 3 times per week consistently for best results.
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Shine and smoothness treatment: Apply a small amount to hair lengths and ends after washing, while hair is still damp, as a leave in conditioning treatment for improved smoothness and shine.
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Scalp treatment (dandruff control): Apply to scalp and massage in. Leave for 30 minutes before washing out. Use 2 to 3 times per week for dandruff control and scalp balance.
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DIY formulations: Add at 20 to 50% concentration to hair conditioning oils, scalp treatments, and hair strengthening blends. Pairs beautifully with amla, bhringraj, and brahmi oils for a comprehensive traditional South Asian hair care blend.
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Tip: Henna Oil does not impart the orange red colour associated with henna leaf paste. It delivers all of henna's nourishing, conditioning, and scalp supporting benefits in a clear, colour free oil form that is suitable for all hair colours and types.
