Evidence supporting the use of: Chlorophytum
For the health condition: Hair (loss or thinning)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Chlorophytum species, particularly Chlorophytum borivilianum (commonly known as Safed Musli), have a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. While there are claims in folk and Ayurvedic traditions that preparations containing Chlorophytum can improve general vitality, libido, and sometimes hair health, direct evidence for its use specifically in the treatment of hair loss or thinning is limited. Most references to Chlorophytum for hair health are anecdotal or appear in the context of multi-herb formulations, not as a standalone treatment. Available scientific literature focuses on its adaptogenic, aphrodisiac, and immunomodulatory properties but does not provide clinical evidence for efficacy in treating hair loss. No robust human studies or clinical trials directly assess the impact of Chlorophytum or its extracts on hair regrowth or prevention of hair thinning. Therefore, while there is some traditional basis for its inclusion in hair health or rejuvenation remedies, the evidence is weak and primarily based on broader claims of vitality rather than specific, substantiated effects on hair. Use for this indication remains largely unvalidated by modern science.
Other ingredients used for Hair (loss or thinning)
alfalfaamino acids
apricot
ashwagandha
biotin
black garlic
bovine gelatin
rice
burdock
collagen
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
fish protein
flavonols
gelatin
ginseng
gooseberry
gotu kola
onion
green tea
iron
l-cystine
l-methionine
licorice root
moringa
nettle
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
omega-3 fatty acids
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid)
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
quail egg
quercetin
reishi mushroom
selenium
silicon
spinach
spirulina
almond fruit
vitamin A
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
seaweed
zinc
bee pollen
dioscorea
ganoderma
morinda
royal jelly
trace minerals
fulvic acid
algae
thyroid substance
Argan nut oil
Animal protein
Black Seed
Babchi
Beef liver
Ba Ji Tian
Borassus aethiopum
coconut oil
Chlorophytum
Cystine
DL-Methionine
Epidermal Growth Factor
Egg
Eugenol
walnut
Other health conditions supported by Chlorophytum
AnemiaArthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Cuts
Debility
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Hair (loss or thinning)
Hypertension
Indigestion
Infection
Inflammation