Formulation of Virgin Coconut Oil and Red Chili Oil in Cemceman Hair Growth Oil: Implications for Holistic Nursing Care and Patient Education in Hair and Scalp Health
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Hair growth is influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, requiring compounds like flavonoids and saponins to stimulate growth and improve blood circulation to hair follicles. Red chilli (Capsicum) contains beneficial compounds such as saponins, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, and quinones, while Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO), rich in lauric acid, is traditionally used for hair nourishment. This research aims to develop a hair-nourishing preparation, known as cemceman oil, combining VCO and chilli oil, and to evaluate its effectiveness in promoting hair growth and its physical stability. Using an experimental method, cemceman oil was formulated with chilli oil at concentrations of 1%, 2%, and 4%. The preparation was topically applied to the skin of white rats, and hair length was measured on days 7, 14, and 21, with hair weight assessed on day 21. Results indicated that the formulation with 4% chilli oil produced the most significant increase in hair growth. Additionally, preparations with 1%, 2%, and 4% chilli oil demonstrated good physical stability under room and high-temperature storage conditions. This research concludes that a formulation combining VCO and 4% chilli oil is highly effective in enhancing hair growth, offering potential implications for natural hair care products focused on promoting hair health and growth.
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