Hairy Root Basil Extract is not a standard herbal infusion. It is a high-potency bioactive developed through advanced plant tissue culture. This sustainable biotechnological process allows for the cultivation of "hairy roots" that produce significantly higher concentrations of secondary metabolites such as rosmarinic acid than traditional soil-grown basil plants.
Technical Profile
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INCI Name: Ocimum Basilicum Root Extract (Hairy Root Culture)
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Origin: Biotechnology (Sustainable Tissue Culture)
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Key Bioactives: Rosmarinic Acid, Flavonoids, and Polyphenols.
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Found In: CUERI Scalp D’Sorp Oil
The Mechanism: Targeting the Root of Hair Fall
In the Indian urban environment, hair fall is often exacerbated by environmental toxins and hormonal sensitivity. Hairy Root Basil Extract targets the scalp’s biological pathways through a multi-dimensional approach:
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Inhibition of 5 alpha-reductase: This extract has been shown to inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone into DHT (Dihydrotestosterone), a primary hormone linked to follicle miniaturization and premature hair thinning.
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Dermal Papilla Stimulation: It acts directly on the dermal papilla cells the "command center" of the hair follicle signaling them to stay in the Anagen (growth) phase longer.
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Oxidative Stress Defense: Rich in rosmarinic acid, it neutralizes the free radicals generated by PM2.5 pollution that otherwise weaken the "anchoring" of the hair shaft.
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Follicle Resilience: By soothing micro-inflammation, it ensures the follicle remains robust and less prone to "stress-shedding."
Clinical Evidence: Visible Reduction in Hair Loss
The efficacy of this biotechnological extract is backed by rigorous clinical testing. In a controlled study, the results demonstrated a rapid and cumulative improvement in hair retention:
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-26% Reduction in Hair Loss after 1 Month: Users experienced significantly less shedding in the initial 30 days of use.
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-31% Reduction in Hair Loss after 2 Months: The benefit increased as the scalp environment stabilized and follicle anchoring strengthened.
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Stimulation of Follicular Metabolism: The extract was proven to "re-energize" aging or dormant follicles, supporting a denser, fuller appearance over time.
The CUERI Advantage
In CUERI Scalp D’Sorp Oil, we integrate this biotechnological extract to move beyond surface-level conditioning. By addressing the biological triggers of hair fall hormonal sensitivity and oxidative stress we provide a proactive solution for those living in high-stress, high-pollution environments.
References
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Mibelle Biochemistry (2015). RootBio Tec HO: Potent Hair Conecentrate based on a Hairy Root Culture from Basil. Mibelle Biochemistry
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Caterina, M.J. (2007). Transient Receptor Potential Ion Channels as Molecular Sensors. Nature Reviews Neuroscience
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Krutmann, J. et al. (2014). The Skin Aging Exposome. Dermato-Endocrinology

