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5 Indian Plants for Hair Growth and Healthy Hair Care

5 Indian Plants for Hair Growth
-and Healthy Hair Care

Actually, this is the first of two articles that will review the beneficial properties of 10 commonly used Indian plants for hair growth and healthy hair care. This post reviews the first 5 plants on this list.^[1] Listed in alphabetical order:

Amla, Bhringraj, Brahmi, Cassia Obovata, Henna

Amla (Indian Gooseberry, Emblica officinalis)

Amla (oil and powder) is used as a treatment for hair and scalp problems. Amla is wonderful cleansing agent and excellent conditioner for hair. It imparts luster to hair and protects from dandruff, also helps prevent premature gray hair. It stimulates growth of hair on the scalp, and strengthens the hair roots. Amla extract in all-natural shampoo does not deposit any color on the hair and can be used by everyone. Amla extract helps replace the nourishment lost by hair gels, chemical hair color and hair spray.

Bhringraj

Bhringraj is an Ayurvedic herb found throughout India. For centuries, it has been reported to improve hair growth and color. A medical study showed that extracts of Eclipta prostrata decreased the amount of time it took for hair to begin regrowing and to fully regrow. ^[1] Bhringraj (Eclipta prostrata) is used from the hair shaft to the tips, for preventing baldness, anti-dandruff, anti-lice and revitalizing the hair. Bhringraj is also proven to be effective with numerous benefits: improve hair shaft condition; stop hair loss and thinning hair; promote luxuriant hair growth; stop premature graying of hair shaft and improve hair color. It’s used as a rejuvenating hair tonic and natural hair conditioner.

Brahmi

Brahmi (scientific name: Bacopa monnieri) has been long used as a hair tonic to provide nourishment and vitality for radiant hair color. By nourishing the hair roots and scalp, it is known to reduce hair fall and premature baldness, clears dandruff from scalp, thus promoting healthy and lustrous hair with no side effects.

Cassia Obovata

Cassia Obovata (Senna italica) is an ancient plant from India that has a number of beneficial properties. The ground powder is made from harvested, dried leaves of the plant. Cassia Obovata will naturally condition all textures of hair, adding luster and supple definition. It’s also been used to thicken, color or highlight natural hair color; improve scalp condition and eliminate dandruff. 

There is some confusion about Cassia Obovata due to the fact that Cassia Obovata (Senna) has been commonly marketed as Neutral Henna. Cassia Obovata is not Henna or made from the Henna plant. The staining and conditioning properties of Cassia Obovata (similar to henna staining and conditioning) might be one of the reasons it is often marketed as “neutral henna”.

Staining properties: The yellow color is left when the Cassia Obovata made into a paste and is left on the hair for long periods of time. If your natural hair color is blonde or gray, it will brighten and add golden hues and golden highlights (depending on length of time it's left on your hair). If your natural hair color is brunette or black, you will still reap the deep conditioning benefits found in pure Cassia Obovata –but it will not bring out golden highlights if you don’t have any naturally.

Henna

In addition to its staining and dying properties, did you know that the henna plant is also used for its hair conditioning benefits? Pure henna contains conditioning properties that are quite beneficial to hair. Henna as a hair conditioner results in increased strength and shine to your hair. With continued use, henna hair dye restores the acid/alkaline balance in the scalp. Damaged hair begins to heal and strands are protected from further damage and excessive dryness. Additionally, henna has been used for centuries as an effective aid to treat and prevent dandruff. Allergy to pure henna is extremely rare. 

Where can you find a reputable supplier of these Indian plants for hair growth in powder form? Saba Botanical of USA. In my next post, I’ll review the benefits of: Hibiscus, Neem, Orange Peel, Reetha, Shikakai. 5 more Indian plants for hair growth and healthy hair care. 

¹Apart from this list, there are also a number of other Indian plants for hair growth and healthy hair care.
² Chopra, RN, Nayar, SL., Chopra, IC.,1955. Glossary of Indian Medicinal plants. C.S.I.R., New Delhi.

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Neutral Henna or Cassia Obovata – Let's Clear the Confusion

Confused by Neutral Henna or Cassia Obovata?

If you are, then join the masses. The demand for pure henna and 100% natural henna-based products have increased tremendously in recent years. That’s a good thing. (Think: Martha Stewart voice). However, a product commonly advertised by a number of companies as, Neutral Henna, is not henna at all –but a plant called, Cassia Obovata (Senna italica).

 

 

 

Left: Henna Plant --- Right: Cassia Obovata. Can you SEE the difference?

Cassia Obovata (Senna italica) is…
a wonderful botanical from Asia

Cassia Obovata will naturally condition all textures of hair, adding luster and supple definition. It is also known to improve scalp condition and eliminates dandruff.

If your natural hair color is blonde or gray, it will brighten and add golden hues and golden highlights (depending on length of time it's left on your hair). 

If your natural hair color is brunette or black, you will still reap the deep conditioning benefits found in pure Cassia Obovata –but it will not bring out golden highlights if you don’t have any naturally.

As stated previously, the confusion comes from Cassia Obovata (Senna) being marketed as Neutral Henna. In fact, if you were to look it up on Wikipedia, you may read: ‘Another senna, Senna italica ssp. italica (= Cassia obovata), often called "neutral henna", is used as a hair treatment with effects similar to henna but without the red color.’¹

More About Cassia Obovata (Senna italica)

Cassia Obovata is an ancient plant from India that has a number of beneficial properties. There are over 400 species of the Cassia Obovata plant. The ground powder is made from harvested, dried leaves of the plant. Although it has various medicinal uses, this powder is often used to condition, thicken, define and color or highlight natural hair color.

‘The active component is an anthraquinone derivative called chrysophanic acid, which is also found in higher concentrations in rhubarb root. It adds a slight yellow color.’ ¹ The yellow color is left when the Cassia Obovata made into a paste and is left on the hair for long periods of time. The staining and conditioning properties of Cassia Obovata -similar to henna staining and conditioning, might be one of the reasons it is often marketed as “neutral henna”.

REMEMBER: Cassia Obovata is not Henna or made from the Henna plant. It’s simply: Cassia Obovata (Senna italica).

Caveat emptor (Let the Buyer Beware).

If you want Cassia Obovata to condition your hair, buy Cassia Obovata. Know the reputation of the company selling the product. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. It’s your hair!

¹Source on file.

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Cassia Obovata Powder -Reviews for Saba Botanical of USA

About Cassia Obovata Powder by Saba Botanical of USA
Senna Leaves Powder

Natural highlights of hair color like ash blonde hair, golden blonde hair or other lighter hair shades can be made radiant with Cassia Obovata. It is a green powder like henna, but unlike henna it does not deposit any color if left on for short time periods. Cassia Obovata is an excellent conditioning herb, also known to help with the hair loss. This powder can be mixed with other herbs as Amla, Shikakai for conditioning and other health benefits to hair & scalp.

Cassia Obovata (Senna) will naturally condition all textures of hair, adding luster and supple definition. It is also known to improve scalp condition and eliminates dandruff. If you have is ash blonde hair, golden blonde or gray hair, it will brighten and add golden hues and natural highlights (depending on length of time the paste left on your hair). If you have dark hair color, it will not lighten your hair, but you will still reap the deep conditioning benefits found). It's also safe to use on relaxed, bleached or dyed hair.

Saba Botanical of USA Cassia Obovata Powder Reviews

Recent unsolicited endorsements: Here are more natural hair product reviews that have made a difference. The following customer reviews appear just as they were sent to Saba Botanical of USA (other than typo correction). E-mail addresses and last names have been removed (unless given permission to use full name) for the sake of customer privacy.

Very nice. Fantastic conditioner. Leaves hair healthy and fuller creating grays that are not so gray but a clean light non-obtrusive blond. Clean smell and very easy to use. –Cynthia P., Santa Rosa, CA USA

Blonde ‘henna’*. My hair has never been this healthy; plus, the color is great. -Kathy B., Moscow Mills, MO  USA

Love it!  Wonderful product - very fresh and well packaged. Great customer service. Affordable. I love the benefits of Cassia without the orangey color my medium brown hair gets with straight up Henna. My preference is to have blue/black hair and Henna is not worth it when I can just skip the color effects of Henna for NO color with Cassia but still get tons of strength and conditioning benefits. –Mony M., Albuquerque, NMUSA

About the Misnomer: “Neutral Henna”

Cassia Obovata or Senna is an herb that is frequently marketed by several companies as “Neutral Henna” powder. Of course this questionable marketing practice causes much confusion to the consumer.

As noted above, Cassia Obovata has a number of beneficial properties that help condition and soften the hair. However pure Cassia Obovata is not henna powder or made from the henna plant -as is the case with a genuine henna powder "neutral" mixture.

The staining and conditioning properties of Cassia Obovata or Senna (similar to henna powder staining and conditioning) might be one of the reasons it is often marketed as neutral henna.

*Important: Please Don’t Get Confused!

At Saba Botanical of USA, "neutral henna" is henna powder made from the stems of the henna plant. Genuine “neutral henna” from Saba Botanical of USA is not Cassia Obovata (Senna).  Therefore, know the botany and ingredients of your ancient herbal products and purchase them from a reputable natural hair and skin care company.

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However, if you happen to encounter any problems with any products, instructions, shipping or service, please contact Saba Botanical of USA promptly. We want to help each customer learn how to use the products correctly to ensure the best results.

Thank you for your Saba Botanical Product Reviews and continued support!

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 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Blonde Hair -Henna Hair Treatment from Nature

Saba’s Herbal Henna Hair Treatment for Blonde Hair

-a gift from nature

Announcing an herbal henna treatment that can make your hair strong and nourish it from the roots for healthier hair. Saba’s Herbal Henna Hair Treatment for Blonde Hair is an effective hair conditioner due to the all-natural ingredients it contains that benefit all types of blonde hair.

Herbal Henna Hair Treatment for Blonde Hair

-ancient ingredients from nature

Cassia obovata, Emblica officianalis, Accacia concinna, Centella asiatica, Eclipta alba, Triminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica roxb., Azadirachta indica, Nordostychys jatmansi, Hibiscus rosa sinensis, Ocimum sanctum.

Herbal Henna Hair Treatment for Blonde Hair

-directions for use (on every package)

• Mix desired amount of Herbal Henna Hair Powder in a bowl with warm water to make a creamy paste.
• Apply the paste to dry or damp hair in sections; completely coating all hair down to the roots.
• Note: Wear gloves to keep hands from staining.
• Wrap hair in a shower cap or plastic wrap; the paste can be left on for 2 to 3 hours.
• Rinse hair thoroughly with warm water.

Want to try a truly natural conditioner for your blonde hair that really works? It’s composed of ancient botanicals but prepared for your ease of use in a modern package. Plastic cap and gloves with instructions are included in every pack.

Try it today. Your blonde hair will ‘thank you’ for the pampering, but looking radiant and healthy.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous HennaÆ user.)

©2010-2014. L.J. OíNeal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Blonde Hair? Try Cassia Obovata Hair Treatment from Nature

Saba’s Herbal Hair Treatment for Blonde

-a gift from nature

Announcing: an herbal henna treatment that can make blonde hair strong and nourish it from the roots for healthier hair. Saba’s Herbal Henna Hair Treatment for blonde hair is an effective hair conditioner due to the all-natural ingredients it contains that benefit all types of beautiful flaxen hair.

Ingredients -Cassia Obovata Hair Treatment for Natural Blonde Hair

Cassia obovata, Emblica officianalis, Accacia concinna, Centella asiatica, Eclipta alba, Triminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica roxb., Azadirachta indica, Nordostychys jatmansi, Hibiscus rosa sinensis, Ocimum sanctum.

Cassia obovata is the main ingredient to this mixture of natural botanicals. What are the benefits of Saba’s herbal hair treatment for blonde hair?

Cassia Obovata (Senna) will naturally condition all textures of hair, adding luster and supple definition. It is also known to improve scalp condition and eliminates dandruff. If you have is ash blonde hair, golden blonde or gray hair, it will brighten and add golden hues and natural highlights (depending on length of time the paste left on your hair). Cassia Obovata is also safe to use on relaxed, bleached or dyed hair.

Directions -Cassia Obovata Hair Treatment for Blonde Hair

• Mix desired amount of Herbal Henna Powder in a bowl with warm water to make a creamy paste.
• Apply the paste to dry or damp hair in sections; completely coating all hair down to the roots.
• Note: Wear gloves to keep hands from staining.
• Wrap hair in a shower cap or plastic wrap; the paste can be left on for 2 to 3 hours.
• Rinse hair thoroughly with warm water.

Want to try a truly natural conditioner for your fair hair that really works? It’s composed of ancient botanicals but prepared for your ease of use in a modern package. Plastic cap and gloves with instructions are included in every pack. Note: If you have dark hair color, it will not lighten your hair, but you will benefit from Saba’s Herbal Hair Treatment for Brunette Hair.

Think you'll love Saba's Herbal Henna Treatment for Blonde? Call in your order and try it soon. Your golden hair will ‘thank you’ for the pampering, by looking radiant and healthy.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2014. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Hair Dye Natural. Top 20 Blog Posts of 2013 on LustrousHenna.com

Natural Hair Dye Top Twenty Blog Posts of 2013

Have you been reading the latest natural hair blog posts on the LustrousHenna.com website? Well, just in case you’ve missed a couple, peruse the following posts about: Lustrous Henna, caring for natural hair, natural dyes, chemical dyes and more natural hair color information.

Shikakai and Amla: Hair Loss Remedy

Children's Health -Hair Dye for Teens and Pre-Teens

Hair Color - Golden Highlights with Cassia Obovata.

Hair Color Naturally -How to Mix Cassia Obovata (Senna Powder).

Henna Hair Dye -the Perfect Choice for Pregnant Moms

'Black Henna' -an Unsafe, Mislabeled Chemical Dye.

Men -Progressive Hair Dye is NOT the Answer!

Acne Treatment –Natural Recipes to Improve Oily Skin

Egg Yolk Skin Treatment and More -Beautify Naturally!

Hair Dye Chemical- Toulenediamine. How Safe?

Got Dandruff? Treat it Naturally.

Senna Brings Out Golden Highlights on a Cloudy Day

Hairstyles for Women that Highlight the Real You.

Men's Hairstyles that Rock the Natural You.

Natural Shampoo Powder that Totally Conditions Hair

Hair Dye with Metallic Salts –a Danger for Men and Women

Curly Hair Reminders -10 Top Natural Hair Tips

Henna Hair Dye Quickest Method to Color Hair and Cover Gray

Henna Hair Dye Application -Alternative Methods to Cover Gray

Hair Dye by Mother Nature -the Safe Way to Dye Hair

More to Come in 2014

Wait. There’s more. Just view the archives for additional blog posts designed to help you with hair color choices, natural hair and skin care. Thanks for reading and supporting LustrousHenna.com for the past year. We look forward to another exciting year of natural hair, hair color and skin care articles.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Senna Brings Out Golden Highlights on a Cloudy Day

Natural Hair Color -Golden Highlights with Cassia Obovata (Senna)

Cassia Obovata (Senna) will naturally condition all textures of hair, adding luster and supple definition. It is also known to improve scalp condition and eliminates dandruff. If your natural hair color is blonde or gray, it will brighten and add golden hues and golden highlights (depending on length of time Senna is left on your hair). If your natural hair color is brunette or black, you will still reap the deep conditioning benefits found in pure Cassia Obovata (Senna) –but it will not bring out golden highlights if you don’t have any naturally..

Cassia Obovata is also called Senna (Senna Obovata). There are over 400 species of the Cassia Obovata plant. The ground powder is made from harvested, dried leaves of the plant. Although it has various medicinal uses, this powder is often used to condition, thicken, define and color or highlight natural hair color.

About Cassia Obovata (Senna) from Saba Botanical 

Cassia Obovata or Senna is an herb that is frequently marketed as “Neutral Henna”. As noted above, the plant has a number of beneficial properties that help condition and soften the hair. However, it is not Henna or made from the Henna plant as is the case with true Neutral Henna. 

According to Wikipedia, “Another Senna, Senna  italica (=Cassia obovata), often called "neutral henna", is used as a hair treatment with effects similar to henna but without the red color. The active component is an anthraquinone derivative called chrysophanic acid. It adds a slight yellow color.”

The yellow color is left when the Senna made into a paste and is left on the hair for long periods of time. The staining and conditioning properties of Senna (similar to Henna staining and conditioning) might be one of the reasons it is often marketed as “neutral henna”.

Buy Cassia Obovata and Neutral Henna from a Reputable Source

Be assured that, when you buy Senna from Saba Botanical of USA, it is called: "Cassia Obovata". It is not called, “Neutral Henna”. Lustrous Henna® Neutral Henna is a powder made from the stem of the henna plant and does not emit color, but accentuates the natural highlights in the hair. It's also a hair conditioner. It is not Cassia Obovata.

If you love your natural hair color and want pure all-natural Cassia Obovata (Pure Senna) to bring out the natural golden highlights of your hair, buy it from a reputable source.

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Hair Color Naturally -How to Mix Cassia Obovata (Senna Powder).

Hair Color: Deep Condition Natural Hair with Senna Leaves Powder  

 Want healthy hair? This hair color and conditioning treatment has been used to thicken natural hair and add a healthy hair shine, naturally. No color deposit will be left on dark hair. Hair color highlights may still show on lighter-colored hair due -even with short conditioning period.

• Mix powder with warm water until the paste is the consistency of pancake batter.
• Section your wet or dry hair and apply paste, totally coating hair from ends to roots.
• Wrap hair in plastic wrap and/or shower cap and wait 15-45 minutes.
• Remove plastic wrap and completely rinse paste out of hair
• Follow with Imbue Shampoo to eliminate any remaining residue.

Senna Leaves Powder may loosen your natural curl pattern. Therefore, if you want your natural hair to keep its curl pattern, try adding Amla powder (sold by Saba Botanical of USA to the Senna Leaves Powder before mixing with warm water or milk to define curl pattern.

To Highlight Golden Blonde Tones

• Mix Cassia Obovata (Senna Leaves Powder) with warm water until the paste is the consistency of pancake batter.
• Let this paste sit for 3-4 hours, covered.
• Wash and condition hair with Imbue Shampoo and Imbue Conditioner to completely clean hair.
• Section your wet or dry hair and apply paste, totally coating hair from back-to-front, ends-to-roots.
• Wrap hair in plastic wrap and/or shower cap and wait 3-4 hours.
• Remove plastic wrap and completely rinse paste out of hair

Note: Some individuals choose to use a hair oil treatment before using the above treatment to add suppleness and moisture for healthy hair. Check our blog for oil treatment suggestions in previous posts.

Store your powder in the refrigerator or a cool dark place. Store your paste in the freezer.

Important precautions:

Prior to initial use, it’s recommended to test for possible allergy is extremely rare. Put a small amount of powder on skin and cover with a Band-Aid strip for 24 hours. If a rash appears, you might be allergic.

If you have “hard water” (water with extremely high mineral content), your hair color may turn green due to the high mineral content in your water when mixed with Cassia Obovata (Senna) so it’s extremely important to do a strand test first -if you use a “hard water” plumbing source.

 Lustrous Henna® Neutral does not contain Cassia Obovata (Senna)

Both are Beneficial to Your Natural Hair

Be assured that, when you buy Cassia Obovata (Senna) from Saba Botanical of USA, it is called: "Cassia Obovata" (Senna). It is not called, “Neutral Henna”. Saba Botanical’s “Neutral Henna” is called: Lustrous Henna® Neutral.

Lustrous Henna® Neutral does not contain Cassia Obovata (Senna), but is in fact made from the stems of the Henna plant. (First ingredient: Lawsonia Inermis). This is combined with other beneficial plants and herbs that also promote healthy hair conditioning and growth.

As you might have noticed above, there is no “neutral henna plant”. At Saba Botanical of USA, Neutral Henna  is a natural powder mixed from the henna plant, along with other naturally beneficial botanical ingredients. The ingredients of Lustrous Henna ® Neutral sold by Saba Botanical of USA are as follows:

Lawsonia Inermis, Aloe Vera, Bacopa monnieri, Eclipta alba, Accacia concinna, Punica granatum.

Therefore, if you have lighter hair color (ash blonde hair, golden blonde, etc.) or darker hair and want both pure all-natural Cassia Obovata (Pure Senna) and genuine Neutral Henna to improve the condition of your natural hair, buy them from a reputable source: Saba Botanical of USA.

Love your healthy hair!

 Read real customer testimonials.

 

Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Hair Color - Golden Highlights with Cassia Obovata.

Hair Color- Love the Golden Highlights of Cassia Obovata

Natural highlights of hair color like ash blonde hair, golden blonde hair or other lighter hair shades can be made radiant with Cassia Obovata. It is a green powder like henna, but unlike henna it does not deposit any color if left on for short time periods. Cassia Obovata is an excellent conditioning herb, also known to help with the hair loss. This powder can be mixed with other herbs as Amla, Shikakai for conditioning and other health benefits to hair & scalp.

According to Wikipedia, “Another Senna, Senna (Cassia obovata), often called "neutral henna", is used as a hair treatment with effects similar to henna but without the red color. The active component is an anthraquinone derivative called chrysophanic acid. It adds a slight yellow color.”

The yellow color is left when the powder made into a paste and is left on the hair for long periods of time. That why various shades of blonde hair, like ash blonde hair and golden hair gain beautiful natural highlights.      

Cassia Obovata (Senna) will naturally condition all textures of hair, adding luster and supple definition. It is also known to improve scalp condition and eliminates dandruff. If you have is ash blonde hair, golden blonde or gray hair, it will brighten and add golden hues and natural highlights (depending on length of time the paste left on your hair). If you have dark hair color, it will not lighten your hair, but you will still reap the deep conditioning benefits found). It's also safe to use on relaxed, bleached or dyed hair.

Left: Henna Plant. Right: Cassia Senna Obovata Plant. Can you SEE the difference?

Botanical History

Cassia Obovata is also called Senna (Senna Obovata). There are over 400 species of the Senna plant. The ground powder is made from harvested, dried leaves of the Cassia Obovata plant. Although it has various medicinal uses, this powder is often used to condition, thicken, define natural highlights and color the hair. Lighter hair color like ash blonde hair, golden hair and others naturally benefit from this plant.

About the Misnomer: “Neutral Henna”

Cassia Obovata or Senna is an herb that is frequently marketed by several companies as “Neutral Henna” powder. Of course this questionable marketing practice causes much confusion to the consumer.

As noted above, Cassia Obovata has a number of beneficial properties that help condition and soften the hair. However pure Cassia Obovata is not henna powder or made from the henna plant -as is the case with a genuine henna powder "neutral" mixture.

The staining and conditioning properties of Cassia Obovata or Senna (similar to henna powder staining and conditioning) might be one of the reasons it is often marketed as neutral henna.

Please Don’t Get Confused:

At Saba Botanical of USA, "neutral henna" is henna powder made from the stems of the henna plant. Genuine “neutral henna” from Saba Botanical of USA is not Cassia Obovata (Senna). 

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2010-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)

©2012-2013. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Do not copy or reprint this article without the consent of the author or Saba Botanical of USA.

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*Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.