Indulekha Bringha hair oil significantly improves hair density and reduces hair fall from roots in comparison to coconut oil in a randomized, single blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial

Background: This clinical evaluation was conducted with an objective of determining the safety and efficacy of medicated Ayurvedic hair oil (Indulekha Bringha oil) on healthy Indian adults (men and women) suffering from hair loss, by randomized, single-blinded controlled study. Methods: The subjects were screened on the parameter of specified hair density and hair thinning, having no underlying disorder that may have caused the hair loss. The study included a washout period, following which subjects were randomized in one of the treatment groups. The treatment period was for four months during which the subjects visited the study center every month for their follow-up measurements. Results: Indulekha Bringha oil showed efficacy from the first month of regular use. It was significant in improving hair density measure versus coconut oil and untreated control group by the end of the treatment phase. The follicular density was found to increase about 20% by the end of the treatment phase. There was above 40% reduction in hair fall (from the root) count by four months of regular oil use. Conclusions: Indulekha Bringha oil was highly effective in promoting hair growth and controlling excessive hair fall from the roots and can be considered as a reliable option to provide hair growth benefits.