Vitamins and trace elements are essential in maintaining the balance of various cellular functions. The lack or excess of these elements can lead to serious repercussions for general health and consequently the health of hair.
Typically, a balanced diet is able to meet all the needs of these nutrients, but with the current lifestyle, it becomes difficult to maintain a good nutritional balance.
In recent years, it has documented the influence that phytochemicals have on gene expression by activating certain genes and deactivating others. Polyphenols, carotenoids, flavonoids, and a large number of herbal medicines has antioxidant, anti androgenic and anti-inflammatory, so protect and stimulate the skin cells of hair follicles, strengthening the hair.
Plant extracts, vitamins and trace elements are widely used in hair therapy, but should be used with caution and under medical prescription.
