Benefits of Perilla Oil: A Powerful Asian Herb for Hair Health

Shiso,or Shiso (Perilla frutescens),has been used in Asian cuisines for centuries not only for its minty flavor but also for its many health benefits.Herbalists use it to treat a variety of ailments, including asthma, food poisoning,and indigestion.Like other botanicals, this herb has powerful antibacterial and antioxidant properties so it's no surprise that beauty companies are starting to include perilla oil in their formulations.

Fights Hair Aging

Forget about your skin.Your hair can also reveal your age.Once you hit your 30s, experts say, your hair can start to get thinner, brittle, or worse.This is due to a lack of coenzyme Q10 (COQ10) in our body.Coenzyme Q10 is a substance our cells use to produce energy. When our CoQ10 levels are low,our energy levels drop and all our organs begin to age rapidly.Our hair follicles are complex miniature organs that also undergo the aging process.

1.Without sufficient energy,hair follicles cannot produce enough keratin,the protein that keeps our hair strong and healthy.Perilla is a potent source of COQ10.

2.Use tonics and shampoos rich in this herb,like Oway Hbalance After Color Neutralizing Shampoo,to activate hair follicles by reaching deep into the hair roots.Think of it like a spark plug that wakes up cells to help them perform their normal functions.

Reduces Scalp Irritation 

Perilla oil is a natural antiseptic that is effective in treating acne and itching of the scalp.It also has emollient properties and absorbs quickly into the skin.When used,this oil goes right to the source and eliminates inflammation-causing bacteria.If you are highly sensitive to color and other treatments,using a perilla oil-infused serum can protect your scalp and provide relief from scalp discomfort.Oway Hscreen Skin+Scalp Protector can be added to color mixtures or applied to hairline, hands and cuticles to prevent color from touching your skin.

Aids Hair Growth

This oil is rich in alpha-linolenic acid, an Omega-3 fatty acid essential for hair growth.Omega-3 fatty acids make it easier for essential nutrients to pass through the cells in our body,including our hair follicles.Without Omega-3 fatty acids, cells cannot get the nutrients they need and the hair growth cycle stops.Plus the minty coolness of shiso helps soothe the scalp,allowing blood and nutrients to flow to the hair follicles.This in turn regenerates the hair follicles and promotes hair growth.

Mends Hair Damage

Basil is known for its rich antioxidant content.It washes away all impurities and chemicals that dry and damage hair,then fills in the voids with moisture and nutrients to restore hair to its health.After coloring your hair,we recommend using the Oway Hbalance Post-Color pH Mask to restore your hair's pH and seal the cuticle.This not only locks in moisture but also preserves color.

Conditions Strands

Dull,lifeless hair is a sign of unhealthy hair.Similar to Kukui Butter,Perilla is rich in Vitamin A content to hydrate hair without weighing it down.Thanks to its lightweight composition,the oil quickly penetrates the hair shaft, giving it beautiful shins.