Burdock Root
Soothing Support for Skin and Hair
Burdock Root, Arctium lappa, has been treasured in herbal medicine for centuries as a powerful plant for supporting clearer, calmer skin and a healthier scalp. Rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, burdock naturally helps stimulate circulation, ease inflammation, and promote skin repair.
Its long history as a remedy for chronic skin conditions—from eczema and psoriasis to fungal irritations—makes it a deeply valued botanical in topical skincare and hair care.
We use burdock root infused in vinegar for our Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse and as a botanical ingredient in our natural dry shampoo, where it supports scalp balance, shine, and gentle cleansing. Its soothing, antibacterial nature also makes it a beautiful addition to baby powders and skincare designed for delicate or irritated skin.
Key Skin Care Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory & Soothing
- Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation from eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, and diaper rash.
- Traditionally used for dry, itchy, or aggravated skin conditions that need gentle herbal support.
Antibacterial, Antiseptic & Antifungal
- Helps address acne-causing bacteria and reduce breakouts.
- Provides natural protection for baby's skin by discouraging bacterial buildup.
Ideal for Baby Care
- Soothes diaper rash and irritated areas without synthetic ingredients.
- Provides a soft, natural texture when used in powder form.
- Its gentle antibacterial action helps keep delicate skin clean and comfortable.
- A natural alternative to synthetic ingredients for delicate baby skin.
Hair & Scalp Benefits
Burdock maintains and promotes a healthy scalp, encourages hair growth, improves hair strength, adds body and shine.
- Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that calm itchiness, redness, and dryness.
- Helps balance scalp flora by feeding beneficial bacteria and discouraging yeast overgrowth.
- Useful for managing dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and general scalp irritation.
- Improves circulation to the scalp, supporting strong follicles and healthy hair growth.
- Provides minerals like zinc, iron, and vitamins that nourish hair at the root.
- Essential fatty acids and amino acids strengthen strands, reducing brittleness and breakage.
- Mucilage in burdock root acts as a natural conditioner, coating the hair shaft to hold moisture, leaving hair smoother, softer, shinier, and more manageable.
- Adds natural volume and body while improving elasticity.
Gentle Cleansing for Dry Shampoo
- Helps remove dirt, oil, and product buildup without stripping natural oils.
- Regulates excess sebum while keeping scalp and hair hydrated.
- Ideal for natural dry shampoos meant to refresh the scalp gently and naturally.
How We Use Burdock Root
- Infused vinegar in our Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse
- Botanical powder in our natural Dry Shampoo powders
- Healing and soothing powders for sensitive or irritated skin and scalp
- Traditional herbal support for both skin clarity and scalp wellness
Burdock root brings together centuries of herbal wisdom with modern skin and hair needs—calming, cleansing, strengthening, and restoring balance wherever it’s used.
