Saw palmetto
Berry of the southeastern US fan palm
Studied for its inhibition of DHT at the scalp
Extracted from the berries of the saw palmetto, a fan palm native to the southeastern United States. Studied for its inhibition of 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. Used here for its scalp activity rather than its scent.
Rosemary
Mediterranean evergreen shrub
Encourages scalp microcirculation
Distilled from the needle-like leaves of the Mediterranean rosemary shrub. The carnosic and rosmarinic acids carry antioxidant and circulation-supporting properties. Lends a faint resinous note to the formula.
Ginseng
Slow-grown Korean root
Calms the scalp and supports follicle vitality
Drawn from the root of Panax ginseng, cultivated for several years before harvest in Korea and northern China. The ginsenosides in the extract are studied for their anti-inflammatory effect at the scalp. Adds a quiet, grounding character to the blend.