Evidence supporting the use of: Black Mustard
For the health condition: Dandruff

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Black mustard (Brassica nigra) has been used traditionally in some cultures as a remedy for various scalp and skin conditions, including dandruff. The use is based primarily on folk medicine, where mustard oil—extracted from black mustard seeds—has been applied to the scalp to purportedly improve hair health and reduce flakiness. The rationale stems from mustard oil's warming properties and its content of glucosinolates and essential fatty acids, which are thought to nourish the scalp and possibly possess mild antimicrobial effects. However, there is minimal direct scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of black mustard or mustard oil specifically for treating dandruff. Most references to its use are anecdotal or appear in traditional Ayurvedic or Unani medicine literature. Clinical studies on dandruff more commonly investigate antifungal agents or other botanical extracts with established activity against Malassezia species, the yeast primarily implicated in dandruff. In summary, while black mustard has a place in traditional remedies for scalp care, its efficacy for dandruff lacks robust scientific validation, and evidence is limited to historical and ethnobotanical reports.

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