Kuntalakanti Tailam
Kuntalakanti Tailam is a classical Ayurvedic taila, a medicated oil. Coconut oil penetrates hair shaft (lauric acid has high affinity for hair protein). 30-60 minute pre-wash application provides optimal contact time. Optimal Timing: 30-60 minutes before hair wash, 2-3 times weekly.
| Also known as | Kuntalakanti Tailam, KuntalakantiTailam |
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Names and identification
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Kuntalakanti Tailam |
Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | Tikta, Madhura | Primary taste |
| Guna (Quality) | Snigdha | Physical quality |
| Virya (Potency) | Sheeta | Heating/Cooling effect |
| Vipaka (Post-digestive) | Madhura | Post-digestive effect |
What is it made of?
Mineral/Elemental Profile
- Primary component: Mineral-derived preparation
- Note: Composition varies by specific preparation method
Analytical Methods: XRD, ICP-OES, SEM-EDS
Dosage forms and preparation
Dosage Forms: Tailam (medicated hair oil), Serum (modern), Shampoo additive (modern)
Standard Dosage: External: sufficient quantity for scalp massage, 30-60 minutes before hair wash, 2-3 times weekly, as per traditional texts
Bioavailability: Scalp has rich blood supply — topical application provides follicular penetration of wedelolactone and other hair-growth-promoting compounds. Coconut oil penetrates hair shaft (lauric acid has high affinity for hair protein). 30-60 minute pre-wash application provides optimal contact time.
Optimal Timing: 30-60 minutes before hair wash, 2-3 times weekly. Overnight application once weekly for intensive treatment. Gentle scalp massage during application.
Shelf Life: 3 years from date of manufacture as per ASU guidelines for Taila
Storage: Store in HDPE or glass bottles in a cool, dry place. Temperature not exceeding 25°C. Protect from light.
Marker Compounds: Wedelolactone (from Bhringaraja), Gallic acid (from Amalaki), Quercetin (from Hibiscus), Indigotin (from Nili), Lauric acid (from coconut oil)
Quality Parameters: Acid value, peroxide value, saponification value, refractive index, specific gravity, wedelolactone content from Bhringaraja by HPLC, total phenolics, rancidity test negative, HPTLC fingerprint, microbial limits, heavy metals, colour (typically dark green-black)
Vehicle (Anupana): Not applicable — external scalp/hair application only
Synergistic Combinations
- Bhringaraja Taila
- Neelibhringadi Thailam
- Brahmi Taila (for scalp)
- Bhringaraja Svarasa (internal)
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