millet seed extract
Millet seed extract – strengthening plant ingredient for healthy hair growth
Millet seed extract from CO2 extraction promotes hair growth, strengthens the hair roots and has an anti-inflammatory effect – ideal for thinning hair.
Introduction / Brief description
Millet seed extract (INCI: Panicum Miliaceum Seed Extract ) is a plant-based active ingredient from certified organic golden millet. Its minerals—especially silicon, iron, and magnesium—make millet a valuable source of nutrients for skin, hair, and nails. The focus is on the highly effective micronutrient miliacin , a rare phytosterol with proven effects on hair growth and cell regeneration.
Origin & Production
Golden millet ( Panicum miliaceum ) is one of the oldest grains known to mankind. For our natural cosmetics, we use a particularly high-quality millet seed extract obtained through CO2 extraction with natural spring carbon dioxide . This particularly gentle process protects sensitive ingredients like miliacin and delivers the highest purity and effectiveness – without chemical solvents or heat exposure.
Effect on hair & scalp
Promotes hair growth & activates cells
Miliacin stimulates cell metabolism and cell division, thereby supporting hair follicle regeneration. Studies show that miliacin promotes the excretion of growth factors and strengthens the extracellular matrix of the hair papilla. This can extend the lifespan of the hair root and counteract hair loss.
Anti-inflammatory & regenerating
In addition, millet seed extract has anti-inflammatory properties and promotes wound healing on the scalp. Miliacin has a soothing and regenerating effect, particularly on sensitive, irritated, or dry scalps.
Use in natural cosmetics
Millet seed extract is used in:
- Leave-in tonics & scalp serums
- Strengthening organic hair tonics
- Anti-hair loss care series
- Restorative hair treatments
Special features / Who is it suitable for?
- ✔ For fine, weak or thinning hair
- ✔ Ideal for sensitive or irritated scalp
- ✔ CO 2 extracted & from controlled organic cultivation
- ✔ Vegan, silicone-free & free from irritating additives
Conclusion
Millet seed extract with miliacin is a natural, scientifically researched active ingredient for promoting hair growth and strengthening the scalp. Its combination of cell-activating and anti-inflammatory effects makes it an ideal ingredient for natural scalp care for hair loss or sensitive skin.
Literature reference
- Boisnic S., Branchet MC, Gaillard E., Lamour I., 2016, Miliacin Associated with Polar Lipids: Effect on Growth Factors Excretion and Extracellular Matrix of the Dermal Papilla Hair Follicle Model Maintained in Survival Conditions , Hair Ther Transplant 6: 143
- Boisnic S., Keophiphath M., Serandour AL, Branchet MC, Le Breton S., Lamour I., Gaillard E., 2019, in: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology , 18(6), 2027-2036
Our natural cosmetics with millet seed extract
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