Bald spots often start with miniaturised follicles and chronic inflammation. Topical botanicals rich in phenolics and terpenes can counteract both problems. Clove buds supply eugenol, an anti-inflammatory vasodilator that improves blood flow around follicles. Rosemary essential oil increased hair counts as effectively as 2 % minoxidil in a six-month clinical trial of androgenetic-alopecia patients, while bay-leaf extracts soothe the scalp, reduce microbial load, and may accelerate natural growth cycles. Blending these with castor, coconut, vitamin E, fenugreek, and curry leaves adds proven emollients, antioxidants, and amino-acid precursors essential for keratin production. The recipe below delivers all seven (plus one bonus) in a single, easy kitchen infusion.
Ingredients Required
2 tbsp whole cloves – rich in eugenol for circulation
3 fresh rosemary sprigs (or 2 tbsp dried) – cineole and rosmarinic acid for follicle health
4 dried bay leaves – polyphenols and soothing tannins
100 ml cold-pressed coconut oil – medium-chain triglycerides enhance penetration
30 ml cold-pressed castor oil – ricinoleic acid may inhibit DHT pathways
1 tbsp fenugreek seeds – nicotinic acid and proteins for follicle nutrition
5 – 6 fresh curry leaves – β-carotene boosts root strength
2 vitamin E capsules (about 400 IU total) – antioxidants protect scalp lipids
Makes roughly 130 ml of potent growth serum.
Procedure (Infusion Method)
Prep botanicals: Lightly bruise cloves, crush bay leaves, and rinse curry leaves to expose their oils. Pat dry thoroughly.
Double-boiler setup: Add coconut and castor oils to a heat-safe glass bowl set over simmering water. Keep the temperature below 95 °C so delicate actives stay intact.
Slow infusion: Stir in cloves, rosemary, bay, fenugreek, and curry leaves. Maintain gentle heat for about 40 minutes; the oils will darken and release a strong herb-spice aroma.
Cool & enrich: Remove from heat, pierce the vitamin E capsules, and squeeze the contents into the warm oil. Stir well.
Strain: Once fully cool, strain through muslin or a fine sieve. Discard the spent botanicals and transfer the oil to an amber dropper bottle to protect it from light.
Instructions for Use
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