Prunella Vulgaris is a medicinal herb known also as common selfheal, Carpenter weed, Heart-of-the-earth, or heal-all. This medicinal herb is considered one of the Chinese herbs widely used in traditional folk medicines of many Asian nations. However, nowadays Prunella Vulgaris is very well known and used in Europe, and is highly valued for its numerous health benefits and therapeutic actions. In particular, it plays a role as an effective natural hair loss treatment and can also be used as a side effects free remedy for such problems as dandruff, skin irritations, too dry scalp, and other related skin conditions.

There were not many serious scientific studies and researches carried out on this medicinal herb. However, since the ancient times it is known that Prunella Vulgaris has such health benefits as antibiotic, anti-microbial, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, as well as anti-oxidant activities. These healing power of Prunella Vulgaris are quite strong and it is considered one of the best herbal remedies for such common skin condition as herpes, including oral herpes, genital herpes, and other types. It can also be used as a great remedy to treat wounds, cuts, physical damages of skin, as well as bruises, burns or acne.

Prunella Vulgaris is rich in essential oils, tannins, beta carotene, as well as natural vitamins including Vitamin K, Vitamin C and Vitamin K1. Nowadays, it is possible to enjoy health benefits of this medicinal herb by using it in the form of capsules or dietary supplement. It is also recommended to use dried parts of Prunella Vulgaris for various herbal preparations like tinctures, polutices or infusions. Many herbalists suggest using flowering tops of this plant for herbal preparations and for hair loss treatments, but sometimes it can be possible to use all the above ground parts of the herb.

Antioxidant and other therapeutic actions of Prunella Vulgaris make it a great natural solution for strengthening our hair, promoting hair growth and preventing hair thinning. The best way to use this natural remedy for your hair is rinsing your hair after washing with Prunella Vulgaris infusion. To prepare it, you can take 3 tablespoons of dried Prunella Vulgaris, add 1 liter of water and boil the mixture on a small fire no more than for 10 minutes. Then, cool down the remedy, drain it and use as a hair rinse every time after applying your usual shampoo. Your hair will look healthier and stronger!