Red Onion Extract
– INCI Name: ALLIUM CEPA BULB EXTRACT
– Origin: Vegetable
Allium cepa, or onion, is native to Central Asia and has been used since ancient times in both food and medicine for its health-promoting properties. Its bulb extract contains compounds such as sulphur, quercetin (a flavonoid) and vitamin C, which give it several important properties, especially in hair care.
Properties of Onion for Hair Use:
1. Stimulates hair growth: Sulphur compounds improve blood circulation in the scalp, which promotes hair growth.
2. Prevents hair loss: Sulphur and other nutrients strengthen hair follicles and can block the action of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone linked to baldness.
3. Improves scalp health: It has antimicrobial and antifungal properties, helping to combat dandruff and other scalp problems.
4. Nourishes and strengthens hair: Rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B6 and potassium, onion extract improves hair texture, giving it more strength and vitality.
5. Delays the appearance of grey hair: Its antioxidants protect the hair follicles and promote the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for hair colour.
Onion extract is highly beneficial for stimulating growth, preventing hair loss and improving scalp health, thanks to its nourishing, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
