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@article{201678,
        author = {Ravi Kumar Baburao Shep and Mr. Shah A. S and Dr.N.V.N. Reddy and Dr.Sameer S. Sheaikh},
        title = {Cosmeceutical Applications of Eclipta alba Oil in Herbal Hair Preparations},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {5048-5055},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201678},
        abstract = {Herbal cosmetics have gained considerable attention due to their safety, effectiveness, and minimal adverse effects compared to synthetic products. Among various medicinal herbs, Eclipta alba, commonly known as Bhringraj, occupies a significant place in traditional systems of medicine for hair care and scalp treatment. Bhringraj oil is widely utilized in herbal hair preparations because of its nourishing, rejuvenating, antimicrobial, and hair growth–promoting properties. The oil contains several bioactive phytoconstituents such as wedelolactone, ecliptine, flavonoids, alkaloids, and triterpenoids that contribute to its therapeutic and cosmeceutical effects. The present review highlights the botanical profile, phytochemical constituents, pharmacological activities, mechanisms of action, and cosmeceutical applications of Bhringraj oil in herbal hair formulations. The review also discusses its role in controlling dandruff, premature graying, alopecia, scalp infections, and hair fall. Furthermore, different herbal hair preparations containing Bhringraj oil, including hair oils, shampoos, hair masks, conditioners, and serums, are summarized. The growing demand for natural and sustainable cosmetic products has enhanced the commercial importance of Bhringraj-based formulations in the cosmeceutical industry. This review provides comprehensive scientific information regarding the utilization of Bhringraj oil as an effective herbal ingredient for healthy hair management.},
        keywords = {Bhringraj oil, Herbal cosmetics, Cosmeceuticals, Hair growth, Herbal hair preparations, Eclipta alba, Alopecia, Dandruff control},
        month = {May},
        }