Jatamansi, or Spikenard or Tapaswani is an Ayurvedic herb from the family rhizomes of the Nardostachys jatamansi plant. It is grown in the Himalayan region.
What Is Jatamansi?
Jatamansi is a powerful calming, rejuvenating and healing and high valued herb with compounds jatamansone, nardol, and sesquiterpenes that aid to promote the skin, hair and mental wellness. Due to its grounding aroma and potent therapeutic properties, Jatamansi is a prized ingredient in Ayurvedic skincare, haircare and wellness formulations.
It possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant quality that helps treat nervous system, heart, skin and digestive system.
What Are The Benefits of Jatamansi On Skin And Hair
Benefits of Jatamansi on skin and hair include
- Calms the irritated, sensitive and irritated skin
- Handles skin redness, rashes and dryness
- Shields skin from environmental damage
- Diminishes signs of aging
- Gives clear complexion as it reduces skin impurities
- Supports skin’s natural rejuvenation
- Strengthens the scalp
- Nourishes healthier follicles
- Reduces stress-related hair loss
- Promote hair growth
- Helps refine hair natural color
- Revitalizes hair shine and softness
- Cools scalp inflammation
Due to its blending nature, it is used in stress relief balms with brahmi, bhringraj, amla, jatamansi, sandalwood, vetiver and sesame oil.
What Are the Precautions To Follow When Using Jatamansi
- Perform a patch-test before applying the scalp
- Always dilute essential oil with carrier oil
- Take advice from the doctor during pregnancy
- If the skin is sensitive, use gentle concentration
