Amla
Nature's vitamin C champion. With 20 times more vitamin C than oranges, amla strengthens hair from within, prevents premature graying, and creates the glossy, thick hair that Indian women are famous for.
Nature's vitamin C champion. With 20 times more vitamin C than oranges, amla strengthens hair from within, prevents premature graying, and creates the glossy, thick hair that Indian women are famous for.
Phyllanthus emblica
Indian Subcontinent
Vitamin C (600-700mg/100g)
Amla, known as "Amalaki" in Sanskrit meaning "the sustainer," has been revered in Ayurveda for over 5,000 years as one of the most powerful rejuvenating herbs. Ancient texts describe it as "the fruit of immortality," believing it could extend life and maintain youth.
According to Hindu mythology, amla originated from drops of Amrit (the nectar of immortality) that fell to earth during a battle between gods and demons. The tree is considered sacred and is worshipped during Amalaki Ekadashi, a festival celebrating its life-giving properties.
In the courts of Mughal emperors, royal women used amla preparations to maintain their legendary hair that often reached the ground. The secret formulas, combining amla with rare herbs and oils, were closely guarded and passed down through generations of royal beauticians.
British colonists in India were amazed to discover that amla's vitamin C content remained stable even when dried or heated—unlike other sources. This unique stability made amla preparations invaluable for long sea voyages, where it prevented scurvy while also maintaining sailors' hair health in harsh conditions.
Amla's extraordinary vitamin C content and unique phytochemicals make it one of the most effective natural ingredients for comprehensive hair health.
Amla contains the highest stable vitamin C of any natural source:
Amla is renowned for maintaining natural hair color:
Amla strengthens hair through multiple mechanisms:
Amla's antimicrobial and astringent properties benefit scalp:
A 2017 study in the Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research found that amla extract increased hair growth rate by 42% and hair density by 37% over 90 days, while significantly reducing premature graying in 78% of participants.
Amla is considered a "superfruit" with extensive health benefits:
In India, fresh amla juice is applied directly to the scalp, or dried amla powder (amla churna) is mixed with henna for conditioning treatments. The famous "Amla tel" is made by boiling amla in coconut oil until the fruit turns black, creating a potent hair tonic used for centuries.
We use organic amla sourced from ancient groves in India where trees are over 100 years old, producing the most nutrient-dense fruit. Our cold-processing technique preserves the full vitamin C content and bioactive compounds, ensuring maximum effectiveness for hair health.
Mix 3 tablespoons amla powder with enough warm water to make a paste. Add 1 tablespoon coconut oil and 1 teaspoon honey. Apply to hair and scalp, leave for 1 hour, then rinse. Use weekly for stronger, shinier hair with reduced graying.