What Are the Benefits of Amla Hair Oils?

Amla is another name for Indian gooseberry. The gooseberry tree produces a fruit known as amla in Hindu. The plant is completely edible, including its root, seeds, bark, leaves, and flowers. Amla is a wonderful source of vitamin C as well as other nutrients.

Hair

• Amla is beneficial when applied to the hair because it promotes pigmentation (color) of the hair, and it prompts hair growth, according to Herbal-hair-shampoo.com. Amla bolsters the strength of your hair’s roots, and helps maintain luster and color. Amla oil can be applied topically to your hair and scalp, which infuses nutrition into your hair follicles. This reportedly wards off hair loss. Amla oil is said to prevent infections of the scalp. The dark oil can be rubbed into your scalp, which thwarts graying of the hair.

Skin

• Amla comes in handy if you have a skin disorder, notes an article by Nick Mutt at Amazines.com. Using amla delays loosening and wrinkling of the skin, and reportedly makes the skin glow. Amla has yeast-inhibiting properties, as well as antispasmodic, antihistaminic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.

Vision and Controlling Sugar

• Amla reportedly improves your vision and wards off itching and watering of your eyes, as well as red eyes. Some individuals take amla to control their sugar levels. Consult with your physician before using any kind of herb.