In TCM, to treat inflammation (acne, eczema, psoriasis; now skin-whitening); anti-oxidant; (baikal skullcap). See http://www.dermascope.com/scope-this/skullcap-extract-in-skin-care#.WLf2AJorLIU
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baicapil™ 73800
Technical DataSheet | Supplied by Provital in-cosmetics global 2018
Propanediol, Aqua, Arginine, Lactic Acid, Glycine Soja Germ Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Gluconolactone and Calcium Gluconate. baicapil™ 73800 by Provital acts as an anti-hair loss, hair growth promoting and revitalizing agent. It is a paraben-free vegetal complex containing extracts of scutellaria baicalensis, soy and wheat sprouts. It contains baicalin as an active molecule. It stimulates hair growth, increases hair density and reduces hair loss. It protects against oxidative damage, activates stem cells, delays senescence, increases cell proliferation and enhances the metabolic activity of the cells. Moreover, it offers younger and healthy looking hair. baicapil™ 73800 finds application in formulating hair care products like tonics, serums, conditioners, masks, shampoos, anti-aging ranges, growth stimulants and anti-hair loss formulas. It has a shelf life of 24 months.
A traditional Chinese herbal medicine loaded with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory flavonoids such as baicalin, baicalein, and wogonin.
If that would not be enough, Skullcap Root is also claimed to have antimicrobial and antifungal properties (also against P.acnes and Malassezia furfur) as well as some skin-brightening activity. A multi-functional skin-goodie.
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