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.
| 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 |
Which traditional uses are supported by research?
No published research is cited on this page. Classical formulations are researched largely in journals that PubMed does not index, so an absence here reflects the reach of the index rather than the state of the evidence.
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
Optimal Timing: 30-60 minutes before hair wash, 2-3 times weekly. Overnight application once weekly for intensive treatment. Gentle scalp massage during application.
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)
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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