Hair Oil · 18 Herbs
Every bottle of Elvae Hair Oil contains the same 18 Ayurvedic herbs at 15% V/V concentration — but in a cold-pressed sesame oil base, not water. This is not a coincidence: oil-based herb delivery bypasses the hair cuticle and penetrates the scalp dermis where hair follicles live.
Most “herbal hair oils” in India are mineral oil with a tiny percentage of herb extract — just enough to print the herb names on the label. Mineral oil sits on top of the scalp. It doesn’t penetrate. It doesn’t nourish. Our 100% sesame oil base is different: rich in Vitamin E, magnesium, calcium, and omega fatty acids, it carries the 18 herbs directly to the follicle.
Lavanya Menon, Gov. Officer | Bhopal –
The biggest problem with oiling hard water hair: mineral coating prevents absorption. elvae’s oil formula with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, onion penetrates despite this — the herbs actively work through the mineral layer. I apply the night before wash day, wrap in a warm towel for 20 minutes. By morning the oil has genuinely absorbed, not just sat on top. No greasy residue post-wash. Hair feels nourished from inside — not just surface coated. First oil in 5 years that actually works on my Bhopal-water hair.
Kiran Bhat, Ayurvedic Doctor | Mysuru –
As someone who prescribes these herbs to patients — I trust what’s in this oil. Bhringraj, brahmi, amla, jatamasi, sariva — these are the classical scalp-strengthening herbs in Ayurveda. Combined with anantmool and hibiscus for nourishment, and onion for follicle stimulation — the formulation is correct by traditional standards. The oil texture is light enough to actually absorb without heavy residue. Scalp feels genuinely nourished after overnight application, not just coated.
Divya Krishnan, Interior Designer | Coimbatore –
Used the night before wash day — bhringraj, brahmi, amla absorbing overnight while I sleep. The difference from oiling pre-system vs within the system is dramatic. Because the shampoo clears mineral buildup effectively, the oil’s benefits are fully realised rather than wasted. Scalp is nourished from within. Hair fall reduced most noticeably after adding this step. My thick hair absorbs it fully by morning. No sticky residue, no greasiness at the roots
Manish Tiwari, School Principal | Nagpur –
Weekly overnight oiling — bhringraj, onion, brahmi working on my thinning scalp while I sleep. Nagpur’s hard water had made traditional oiling pointless before because minerals blocked absorption. Within this system, the oil’s full benefit is realised. My hairline has been filling back in since month 3. The oil is light, not messy, smells naturally herbal. Sunday night ritual that I protect like a school timetable period — non-negotiable.
Kaveri Iyer, Nutritionist | Chennai –
Pre-wash oiling feels like nourishment from the inside out — bhringraj, brahmi, and amla helping support the scalp and hair before the cleansing process begins. In nutrition, we call this “pre-loading” — giving the system what it needs before stress. The same idea applies here.
My hair fall was happening mostly from the root, and this oil’s combination of onion and bhringraj made a noticeable difference over time. The months when I was most consistent with this step were also the months when I saw the biggest reduction in hair fall and better overall hair growth.
Kaveri Iyer, Nutritionist | Chennai –
Pre-wash oiling feels like nourishment from the inside out — bhringraj, brahmi, and amla helping support the scalp and hair before the cleansing process begins. In nutrition, we call this “pre-loading” — giving the system what it needs before stress. The same idea applies here.
My hair fall was happening mostly from the root, and this oil’s combination of onion and bhringraj made a noticeable difference over time. The months when I was most consistent with this step were also the months when I saw the biggest reduction in hair fall and better overall hair growth.
Sarla Devi, 48, School teacher | Varanasi –
Tel jo Varanasi ke paani mein bhi kaam kare
Bhringraj, brahmi, amla, onion, hibiscus — yeh sab herbs ek saath 15% v/v mein. Pehli baar raat bhar lagaya aur subah genuinely absorbed tha — itne saalon mein pehli baar. Greasy residue nahi, scalp actually nourished feel hui. Smell bahut natural aur familiar hai — purane zamane ke ghar ke tel jaisi. Hair fall jo shower mein dikh raha tha, 6 hafte mein clearly kam hua. Thick greying hair ke liye perfect — grey strands ko exactly yeh deep nourishment chahiye. Meri bahu ne bhi mangaya ab.
Aishwarya Pillai, 29, Flight Attendant | Bengaluru –
100ml is perfect for my cabin baggage — clears security, lasts 6-7 weeks of weekly use. Apply the night before long-haul flights — bhringraj, brahmi, amla, onion absorbing overnight. The protective moisture layer it builds survives 12-hour flights better than any leave-in I’ve tried. Landing with soft manageable hair instead of dry straw is genuinely life-changing for my profession. Bengaluru’s borewell water, Dubai’s extremely hard water, London’s mineral water — this oil preps my hair for all of them. Light, non-sticky, smells beautifully herbal. Travel essential, not just nice to have.
Sanjay Rawat, Event Manager | Delhi –
Personally, Saturday night oil application — 18 herbs with seasame oil base working while I decompress after the week’s events. Sunday morning wash reveals hair that’s recovered from the week’s stress and exposure. Delhi hard water had made traditional oiling feel pointless. Within this system the oil’s benefits compound — scalp really nourished, hair fall reduced most in months I’m consistent with this step. something I don’t skip weekend ritual now.
Roshni, Travel Blogger | Goa –
Weekly oiling is the system step that actually rebuilds what sea air and sun take away. elvae’s hair growth oil applied overnight, it penetrates the sea-salt-opened cuticle deeply. My thick wavy hair absorbs this oil fully by morning, proof that it’s really working rather than sitting on the surface. Hair strength has increased noticeably over 6 months. The travel lifestyle that used to destroy my hair now just maintains it at baseline because this step keeps rebuilding.
Dr.Preeti, Gynaecologist | Bhopal –
Personally, Traditional oiling with bhringraj, brahmi, amla has classical support for hormonal hair management. ELVAE’s oil delivers these herbs at actual therapeutic 15% v/v concentration – not a token amount. Weekly overnight application and the follicle-strengthening effect is really measurable in fall reduction. Bhopal’s hard water had made oiling ineffective for years, within this system, the oil’s benefits are fully activated. Fall reduction was most dramatic in months when I’d been consistent with this step.
Neha Sharma, Bank Employee | Jaipur –
I had almost stopped oiling because regular oils were making my scalp greasy without helping hair fall. This oil absorbs properly and feels much lighter. Within one month I noticed less hair on my pillow and during hair wash. My scalp feels healthier now instead of dry and irritated. this oil is totally different from other oil.
Aarti Verma, 28 Cabin Crew | Mumbai –
I stopped using oils because most felt sticky and difficult to wash out before work. This one absorbs well overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp greasy. Hair fall during brushing reduced slowly within a month and my scalp feels healthier now. It honestly made my hair look less stressed and tired.
Riya Kohima, 24 UI/UX Designer | Bengaluru –
I normally avoid oils because most feel sticky and make hair wash days annoying, but this one absorbs properly overnight because of 100% seasame oil base. The bhringraj, brahmi and amla, etc combination helped calm my scalp and slowly reduced hair fall during brushing and showering. My hair feels stronger while tying it up for work now. Honestly, it brought back the healthy shine and softness I had before hard water damage started.
Preethi Subramaniam, Data Analyst | Bengaluru –
Borewell water creates a mineral film that prevents oil absorption, so traditional oiling becomes pointless. elvae’s seasame oil base with 18 ayurvedic herbs cuts through this problem. Applied 3 hours before wash, it actually penetrates and nourishes. My thin scalp that was losing hair rapidly felt visibly stronger within 6 weeks of the oiling routine. The oil is light, non-sticky, smells beautifully herbal, exactly how I remember good quality oil smelling from childhood.
Varun Nair, Graphic Artist | Kolkata –
Healthy curls start at the follicle. this oil’s bhringraj, brahmi, onion combination strengthens curl roots from where each spring begins. Overnight application before wash day and my curls the next day have more elasticity and bounce than without this step. The oil absorbs into my curly hair overnight without matting or tangles because of 100% sesame oil base which is very light. Fall from curly hair, which is naturally prone to more breakage at the curl point, reduced dramatically over 6 months. this elvae growth oil Foundation of the entire system.
Salim Khan, Restaurant Owner | Hyderabad –
Scalp dryness from hard water is different from dandruff , it is mineral-induced, not fungal. This oil with 18 herbs treats exactly that. Light texture, not heavy or sticky, absorbs well even in my short hair. Scalp irritation and dryness reduced noticeably within 3 weeks of weekly use. The smell is genuinely pleasant herbal and clean, nothing that overpowers in a restaurant environment. Weekly overnight oiling is now my fixed routine.
Karan Mehta, Software Engineer | Hyderabad –
I had stopped oiling because most oils felt heavy and difficult to wash out before workdays. This light weight seasame oil base absorbs properly overnight and feels much lighter on scalp. The bhringraj, brahmi and amla combination helped reduce hair fall slowly over a few weeks. My scalp feels calmer now and my hair feels stronger while styling before meetings or office events.
Anushka Rao, Beauty Entrepreneur | Vizag –
All we have Question? does the oil absorb in hard water hair environment or just sit on top? Most oils sit on top ,visible residue, no scalp penetration. elvae’s hair growth oil with 18 herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, onion, amla absorbed cleanly overnight in hard water-damaged hair. No residue, no scalp clogging, measurable fall reduction from consistent use. My store customers report the same absorption quality. Best oil performance in hard water conditions across 12 brands tested. Genuinely the right formulation for Indian hard water reality.
Tanya Verma, 28, Air Hostess | Delhi –
I oil the night before every long haul . 18 ayurvedic growth herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus, etc. working while I sleep. By morning it’s absorbed and the protective moisture layer it creates lasts through even 12-hour flights. AC dehydration that used to make my hair look terrible by landing is genuinely reduced. Beacuse of 100% seasame oil base the oil is light, not heavy or sticky even in Delhi winter. Smells beautifully herbal. My base nourishment ritual that every other product builds on.
Priya Nair, Marketing Manager | Chennai –
This 18 growth herbs containg bhringraj, brahmi and amla,etc. made my scalp feel healthier and reduced the amount of hair I saw during brushing. I apply it overnight before wash days and it absorbs surprisingly well. My hair feels stronger while tying it up for work and doesn’t look as weak or fragile anymore. This became my favourite step in the routine.
Deepika Choudhary, Real Estate Agent | Gurugram –
Gurugram’s hard water had made my traditional oiling routine pointless for years , other oil like bajaj almond drops would sit on my hair, not absorb, leave me with greasy non-nourished hair. Because of 100% seasame oil base, elvae’s oil penetrates despite mineral barrier & bhringraj, brahmi, onion, amla, etc reaching scalp and follicle level. Weekly overnight application and hair fall has reduced 80% over 6 months. The oil is light enough to not feel heavy overnight. My thick hair absorbs it completely by morning. The oiling ritual that finally works
Radha Pillai, College Professor, Trivandrum –
Grey hair is structurally more porous. it absorbs oil beautifully but also loses moisture faster. elvae’s oil with herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, amla nourishes the porous grey strands deeply. The bhringraj also traditionally supports melanin production in remaining pigmented hair. I use it twice a week 30 minutes before wash. Grey strands are visibly softer and more lustrous after 6 weeks. My thick coarse hair that felt like wire is genuinely soft now. Best oil I have used in 20 years of oiling.
Dr. Ishita Sinha, Dentist | Delhi –
18 Ayurvedic herbs with 15% v/v concentration and 100% sesame oil base helped my scalp feel healthier and reduced the amount of hair I saw while washing. Earlier I avoided oiling because most oils felt heavy. This one absorbs well overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp greasy. My hair feels stronger while tying it up for work and shedding has reduced noticeably.
Mehak Arora, Fashion Content Creator | Delhi –
I usually avoid oils because they make my scalp greasy, but this one felt surprisingly lightweight. The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus helped my scalp feel nourished and reduced the hair fall I noticed during brushing and washing. My hair feels stronger while styling and tying it up for shoots. It brought back shine that expensive styling products never managed to give me.
Nidhi Bansal, Real Estate Consultant | Gurugram –
I wasn’t expecting much because I’ve tried many oils before. But the blend of 18 Ayurvedic herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus actually made my scalp feel healthier. Hair fall during washing and brushing reduced gradually over a few weeks. My hair feels stronger while tying it back for work and looks fuller than it did a couple of months ago.
Ananya Deshpande, Corporate Lawyer | Mumbai –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus became my favourite step in the routine. Earlier I would avoid oiling because most oils felt sticky and difficult to wash out. This one absorbs well overnight and leaves my scalp feeling nourished. Hair fall during brushing reduced noticeably and my hair feels stronger while tying it up for long workdays.
Kasuri Mahima, Air Hostess | Kochi –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus became my recovery step after hectic flight schedules. It absorbs well overnight and doesn’t feel overly greasy. Hair fall during washing reduced gradually and my hair feels stronger while tying it into tight work hairstyles. My scalp feels much healthier than before.
Rashida Begum, Boutique Owner | Lucknow –
Lucknow has a beautiful tradition of hair oiling. my nani used to apply homemade bhringraj oil weekly. Hard water had made that tradition pointless in my generation. elvae ‘s oil contain 18 ayurvedic herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus,etc at proper 15% concentration restored that tradition with results. Oil actually absorbs now within this system. My thick straight hair is nourished from root level. Hair fall is down 80% in 3 months.
Arjun Malhotra, Investment Banker | Mumbai –
18 ayurvedic herb extract’s oil is specifically targeted at follicle stimulation and DHT-related thinning. Weekly pre-wash application for 6 months and my hairline has visibly improved. The oil is light, no heavy greasy feel even on short hair. Doesn’t clog scalp when used correctly. massage in, wait 2 hours, wash out. Mumbai water mineral buildup was blocking follicles; this oil’s formula works through that barrier. First oil that actually reached my scalp instead of sitting on top.
Rahul Bedi, Fitness Coach | Chandigarh –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus was the biggest surprise for me. I expected it to feel heavy, but it absorbs comfortably overnight. Hair fall during showering reduced gradually and my scalp feels much calmer now. For someone who wears a cap and trains clients all day, having a healthy scalp makes a huge difference.
Bindu Nair, Classical Dancer | Kochi –
For classical dance, oil is inseparable from hair care, it’s part of the art. ELVAE’s oil with 18 Ayurvedic herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus, jatamasi respects that tradition and delivers on it. Light enough for daily use before performances, nourishing enough for weekly deep conditioning. My very long thick hair absorbs it fully, no sticky residue on stage under hot lights. My hair holds stage styles better with this oil as the base.
Nikhil Sharma, Personal Trainer | Pune –
Twice-daily showering strips everything, oil once a week pre-wash creates a protective base that survives the aggressive washing schedule. ELVAE’s oil with 18 ayurvedic herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, onion absorbs fast even on thick hair. 30-minute pre-workout application, then wash after. No mid-workout sticky scalp. The onion extract does visible work on follicle strength, hair fall from over-washing reduced dramatically within a month. Light, non-greasy, herbal smell that’s clean not medicinal.
Anita Mehrotra, Cloth Store Owner | Kanpur –
Kanpur jaisi extremely hard water city mein oil absorb hona ek bada problem hai. elvae ka oil with 18 ayurvedic herbs like bhringraj, brahmi, amla, onion, hibiscus, mineral layer ke baavajood absorb hota hai. Raat ko lagao, sone ke pehle, subah tak genuinely absorb ho jaata hai, greasy residue nahi. Scalp nourished feel hoti hai andar se. Smell bahut achhi hai herbal, natural, koi artificial nahi. 6 hafte mein hair fall noticeably kam hua. Yeh woh oil hai jo mujhe barsoon se chahiye tha.
Poonam Choudhary, Nurse | Jaipur –
Night shift schedule means hair care has to be efficient and high-impact. I oil every night before my off-day, 18 Ayurvedic herbs working while I finally sleep. Morning wash reveals genuinely nourished, soft hair that handles the next 12-hour shift well. Jaipur’s hard water had made oiling pointless before this formula actually penetrates the mineral barrier. Hair fall on my pillow (classic night shift problem) reduced noticeably within a month. Simple ritual, meaningful results.
Shreya Mukherjee, Wedding Photographer | Kolkata –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus became my favourite part of the routine. It absorbs well overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp feeling greasy. Hair fall while brushing and washing reduced gradually, and my hair feels stronger when I tie it up during shoots. Even after long wedding seasons, my hair looks far less stressed than before.
Pooja Agarwal, School Principal | Lucknow –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus became an important part of my routine. I apply it before wash days and it absorbs comfortably without feeling overly greasy. Hair fall during brushing has reduced and my scalp feels much healthier. My hair now feels stronger while tying it up for long workdays, and overall it looks much fuller than before.
Tanvi Joshi, Software Developer | Pune –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla and hibiscus became my favourite part of the kit. It absorbs well overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp feeling heavy. Hair fall during showering reduced gradually and my hair feels stronger while tying it up for workouts or work. My scalp feels healthier and my hair looks much fuller than it did two months ago.
Ayesha Khan, Boutique Owner | Hyderabad –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus and sesame oil became my favourite part of the routine. It absorbs well overnight and leaves my scalp feeling nourished instead of greasy. Hair fall while brushing reduced gradually and my hair feels stronger while styling it daily. My overall hair quality looks much better than it did a few months ago.
Rohan Malhotra, Banker | Mumbai –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus and sesame oil surprised me the most. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp greasy. Hair fall while showering reduced gradually over the first month and my hair feels stronger now. For someone dealing with work stress daily, having a healthier scalp and stronger hair has made a noticeable difference.
Simran Kaur, News Anchor | Chandigarh –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus and sesame oil became my weekend recovery routine. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave a sticky feeling. Hair fall while brushing and washing reduced gradually, and my scalp feels healthier overall. My hair feels stronger during styling and looks much fuller on camera than it did a few months ago.
Naina Reddy, Architect | Bengaluru –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus and sesame oil became my favourite part of the routine. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp feeling heavy. Hair fall during brushing and washing reduced gradually, and my scalp feels healthier overall. My hair feels stronger while tying it up for site inspections and long workdays.
Dr. Radhika, Dermatologist | Jaipur –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus and sesame oil worked surprisingly well for my scalp. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave a heavy residue. Hair fall during brushing and washing reduced gradually, and my hair feels stronger overall. My scalp feels healthier and my hair looks fuller than it did a few months ago.
Aditi Chawla, HR | Gurugram –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus, jatamansi and sesame oil became my favourite step. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp greasy. Hair fall during washing and brushing reduced gradually over the first month. My hair feels stronger while tying it up for work and overall looks much thicker than before.
Sana Mirza, Makeup Artist | Mumbai –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus, jatamansi and sesame oil became my weekly recovery ritual. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave my scalp feeling greasy. Hair fall during brushing and washing reduced gradually, and my hair feels stronger while styling. After two months, my hair looks much healthier than it did at the start of wedding season.
Arjun Nair, Restaurant Owner | Kochi –
The 18-herb blend with bhringraj, brahmi, amla, hibiscus, jatamansi and sesame oil was the biggest surprise for me. It absorbs comfortably overnight and doesn’t leave a sticky feeling. Hair fall during washing reduced gradually and my scalp feels healthier overall. My hair feels stronger now and looks much better than it did a couple of months ago.