Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as ginkgo, the ginkgo tree or the maidenhair tree, is widely used in traditional medicine. The first use of ginkgo as a medicine is recorded in the late 15th century in China. Today, the medicinal properties of ginkgo are questioned, but it is widely used as a cosmetic ingredient. For example, Ukrainian brand EcoKrasa presents a line of natural shampoos with ginkgo extract.
Ginkgo is one of the best-known examples of a living fossil. It is the only living species in its division, all others being instinct. Its traces are found in fossils that date back 270 million years. Native to China, ginkgo has been widely cultivated for centuries because it contains about 40 biologically active substances. As a cosmetic ingredient, it is valued for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, rejuvenating, antioxidant, revitalising, and regenerative affect.
When added to hair care products, ginkgo extract soothes irritated scalp, prevents itching and flaking, speeds up hair growth and reduces hair loss due to its ability to stimulate dormant hair follicles, improves skin cell metabolism and microcirculation in the scalp, prevents premature grey hair, and strengthens hair roots. It also helps to repair damaged hair structure, improves hair elasticity and flexibility, prevents brittle hair and split ends, and restores the hair’s natural softness and shine.
Taking into account the useful properties of ginkgo extract, Ukrainian beauty brand EcoKrasa (“EcoBeauty”) has launched a line of shampoos formulated with this valuable natural ingredient. It comprises products for different hair types designed to solve the most common hair and scalp problems, such as overly sensitive scalp, hair loss, dry and thin hair, lack of volume, dandruff, oily scalp, etc.
All EcoKrasa shampoos are formulated with mild plant-derived surfactants such as cocamidopropyl betaine, Genagen 3SB, Plantapon PSC, GlucaTain Plus and Plantacare 818 (the last three are ECOCERT-certified). They effectively remove dirt and excess sebum without irritating the scalp. Shampoos with natural surfactants also help to keep the hair hydrated and don’t affect the natural hydro-lipid balance of the scalp. They create an incredibly soft lather which is good even for overly sensitive scalp.
Natural shampoos by EcoKrasa are free of potentially irritating or harmful synthetic ingredients, such as SLS/SLES (sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate) or other artificial surfactants, parabens, synthetic colourants and fragrances, etc.
EcoKrasa offers a great selection of natural shampoos with ginkgo, including Ginkgo & Aloe Vera Shampoo for Sensitive Scalp, Ginkgo & Burdock Root Strengthening Shampoo, Ginkgo & Henna Shampoo for Dry and Thin Hair, Ginkgo & Lotus Volumizing Shampoo, Ginkgo & Tea Tree Shampoo for Men, Ginkgo, Rosemary & Mint Shampoo for Oily Hair, and Pomegranate & Sea Buckthorn Natural Kids Shampoo with ginkgo extract.
Each shampoo contains gingko extract, whose effect is complemented and enhanced by other natural ingredients, such as aloe vera extract, avocado oil, burdock root extract, lovage extract, sweet almond oil, orange peel oil, pine oil, nettle extract, basil extract, sage extract, cinnamon oil, sandalwood oil, linden extract, ylang-ylang oil, thyme extract, witch hazel extract, geranium oil, and more. They make the hair softer and tamer, enhance its elasticity and flexibility, prevent dandruff, and keep the hair looking and feeling fresh for longer.
You can buy effective, safe and natural shampoos by EcoKrasa at a reasonable price in our online shop Organic Store. We also offer SLS-free shampoos produced by other brands, such as Planeta Organica, Granny Agafia’s Recipes, OrganicLife, YAKA, Organic Kitchen, and more. We deliver internationally to any member country of the Universal Postal Union (UPU).
