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Moringa oleifera, commonly known as Moringa, is a small tree native to Himalayan regions of Northwest India. Studies have shown that all parts of the tree, including the bark and roots, were found to have high nutritional content (Asia pacific journal); however, the leaves and seeds are the most used part of the tree.
Moringa has a high mineral content, including calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium, and copper. Some of the vitamin contents include vitamin C, E, and betacarotene. The bioactive compound present in Moringa called Pterygospermin has antibacterial and antifungal properties. It acts as an antimicrobial to fight against Malassezia and maintain a normal microbiome balance.
Malassezia is a microorganism that is naturally found on skin surfaces, including the scalp. A normal balance of Malassezia is maintained under normal, healthy scalp conditions. A low pH of the scalp helps to maintain the skin barrier and keeps the good bacteria on the surface of the skin. A normal production of sebum (the natural oil produced by sebaceous glands in the scalp) keeps the scalp moisturized for an optimal hair growth environment. Malassezia feeds on sebum and thrives in an alkaline environment (pH between 5-8), so it is important that the scalp pH is maintained, and the scalp does not become too oily. If the scalp environment changes to benefit the overproduction of Malassezia, this will cause a microbial imbalance. The bacteria will eat any sebum that is produced which can potentially cause dandruff, dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, and an irritated and/or itchy scalp. The bioactive compound Pterygospermin in Moringa is convenient since its function is to fight against Malassezia. Its antibacterial and antifungal properties are very beneficial. The addition of moringa to your hair routine will help keep bacteria balanced, reduce itching and irritation, and prevent the development of serious scalp conditions.