DR. UGro Gashee Ingredients
Board Certified Dermatologist Formulated and Tested
-
CC
Cholecalciferol
Vitamin D is important in maintaining the integrity of the hair cycle Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
HMC
Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen
Derived from the scales of fish skin Collagen which surrounds the hair follicle helps regulate the hair production cycle, becoming thicker during the anagen growth phase. Found In: Gashee Lotion
-
CL
Curcuma Longa
Also called Turmeric. It has anti-inflammatory properties, It promotes the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) It suppresses normal hair inhibitors, DHT and Transforming Growth Factor 𝜷 Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
PM
Polygonum Multiflorum
Also Called Foti Induces active anagen phase transition from resting phase of the hair cycle Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
FG
Fenugreek
Anti-inflammatory, Improves hair by lowering DHT and increasing blood flow to the scalp. Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
EO
Emblica Officinalis
Also known as Amla, it is an abundant source of vitamin C. Studies show it promotes the growth of the dermal papilla cell of hair follicles. Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
NS
Nigella Sativa
Also called black seed, Its main constituent, thymoquinone was found in study to improve thickness and density in telogen effluvium in 70% of participants with thinning hair. Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
MSM
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)
A rich source of organic sulfur, helping to form protein bonds which contribute to the hair’s strength. It is also an antioxidant booster with anti-inflammatory properties. Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
OE
Olea Europaea
Rich source of antioxidants. The main constituent of the olive leaf is oleuropein which may help activate the anagen growth phase of the follicle. Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
-
GK
Gotu Kola
Gotu Kola is an Ayurvedic herb referred to as the “fountain of life” in China. It helps improve circulation. The herb also has potent anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties. Found In: Gashee Lotion Gashee Pomade Gashee Oral Capsules
Sanusi Umar MD (Dr. U), Creator and formulator of Dr.UGro Gashee Botanical Hair Serum, Lotion, Pomade and Oral Supplements
Ingredient List
Our hair and bodies are made up of elements of the earth. To be whole and in harmony with nature, our tissues intuitively embrace pure, natural compounds to nourish and repair itself. For every problem presented to our body by nature, there exists in nature s solution that will help the body in finding its balance with nature. It is for us to find these solutions. Luckily, the unlocking of these solutions has been happening for thousands of years starting with the ingenuity of long past sages from all over the world. Inspired by the ingenuity of our ancestors, Dr.U Gro Gashee topical hair products are consciously designed, eco-friendly cold-formulation of botanicals that benefits all hair types. Over 95% of its ingredients are natural or derived from nature! Cold formulation means that beneficial plant ingredients are not destroyed by heat. Dr.U Gro Gashee proprietary formulas were created and tested by a dermatologist to combine modern science with the organic intelligence of plant chemistry.
moisturize the hair and protect it from sun damage.
Anti Inflammatory
Found In:
Gashee Lotion
Gashee Pomade
ANti-inflammatory
Booster of antioxidant glutathione
Improves health and longevity of hair
Found In:
Gashee Oral Capsules
Stimulate the differentiation of hair stem cells .
Promotes the generation of derma papilla cells
Reduces DHT through 5ɑ reductase inhibition.
Found In:
Gashee Lotion
Gashee Pomade
Piperine which STudies have shown it stimulates blood flow to the scalp, increases the bioavailability of nutrients and inhibits 5 a – reductase to downregulate hair loss causing DHT
Found In:
Gashee Oral Capsules
World’s richest source of organic silica. Research has shown that higher silica content in the hair correlates with reduced hair loss and improved brightness.
Found In:
Gashee Oral Capsules
Has antibacterial properties
Smooths the hair and tames stray ends.
Found In:
Gashee Pomade
Rich in an omega-6 fatty acid called gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) which has been found to inhibit DHT and increase blood flow to skin
Found In:
Optimizes hair follicles function and aids in creating the structure of keratin, a protein which makes up the hair. (
Found In:
One of the trace elements of hair. Its absence in hair results in hair loss
Found In:
Chamomile is rich in bioflavinoids such as apigenin through which it exerts antioxidant and anti inflammatory effects.
Apigenin inhibits TGF – 𝛃1 an inhibitor of hair growth
Adequate levels of copper in our bodies are important for the proper growth and coloration of our hair
Found In:
Contains eugenol which exerts antiandrogenic, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. It lowers DHT by inhibiting the 5ɑ-reductase enzyme.
Found In:
Rich source of the bioflavenoid called apigenin which has been found to inhibit transforming growth factor- 𐌁 which is another cause of thinning hair
Found In:
Used by the skin to to help in the synthesis of hair.
Found In:
Shown to inhibit the expression of Transformin Growth Factor 𐌁1 which is a cause of hair loss.
Found In:
A natural form of vitamin B9 helps our bodies produce DNA, RNA and red blood cells.
Found In:
Rich in the antioxidant Epigallocatechin, which neutralizes free radicals and inhibits 5ɑ-reductase which produces DHT.
Found In:
Suppresses TGF-𐌁ⷠ2 which causes hair production to slow down from the active anagen growth phase to the catagen stage.
Found In:
Helps in filling the missing gaps of keratin along the hair strands. It contributes to shinier, healthier looking hair.
Found In:
Hyaluronic acid has been shown to directly stimulates dermal papilla cells of hair follicles
Found In:
Antioxidant Reduces DHT and while neutralizing free radicals and destroying fungus and bacteria. (39 words)
Found In:
Needed for normal red blood cell function, studies have shown that pattern hair loss sufferers have lower than average iron levels
Found In:
Shown to enhance zinc and iron absorption in women with telogen effluvium, a diffused hair thinning condition
Found In:
Rich in choline and inositol which help to soften and moisturize dry, brittle hair.
Found In:
A sulfur containing amino acid which plays a key role in protein synthesis and other biological processes.
Found In:
An antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory.
Improves blood circulation.
Found In:
N-Acetyl-Cysteine is a precursor (and supplement form) of L-cysteine which is used by the body to create glutathione, an important antioxidant.
Found In:
Related to 𝛃 carotenoids, it is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
It inhibits 5ɑ-reductase to downregulate DHT
Found In:
Has anti inflammatory properties
Involved in hair follicle cell division and maintenance of hair color
Found In:
5 a reductase inhibitor
Antimicrobial
Improves blood blood flow to skin
Found In:
A moisturizer, conditioner and Sun protection for hair. Studies have shown UV damage to be a factor in hair loss
Found In:
When formed into selenoproteins, it is a powerful antioxidant
It is important in thyroid hormone production.
Found In:
Rich in eugenol is an inhibitor of DHT with antifungal and antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Found In:
Silicone dioxide is made from silicon and oxygen. Also known as quartz, it is found naturally in the body, earth, plants and animals. We utilize silicone dioxide to develop every part of the body.
Intake of silicone has been shown to lower the rate of hair loss and increase brightness of hair.
Found In:
Derived from sea kelp
Iodine is needed for thyroid hormone production. Low thyroid levels causes an increase in telogen (resting) hair at the expense of anagen (growing) hair
Found In:
Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant, by neutralizing free radicals which cause oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is associated with hair loss and hair graying.
Found In:
Important role for maintaining the normal functioning and development of our hair follicles.
Found In:
Vitamin B12 is needed for DNA synthesis and the formation of red blood cells, functions necessary for healthy hair, skin and nails
Found In:
fights against oxidative stress caused by free radicals and there aging effects on hair follicles
Promoter of collagen synthesis. The collagen investing hair follicles regulates anagen hair cycle phase
Found In:
A major player in cell metabolism, it helps the follicles utilize cystine in the construction of hair.
Found In:
Creation of the potent antioxidant glutathione.
Creation of collagen needed for hair follicle structure
Found In:
An abundant source of the bioflavenoids, apigenin and apigenin 7-glucoside which are inhibitors of transforming growth factor which is a cause of hair thinning.
Anti-inflammatory
Found In:
A rich source of vegan protein and nutrients such as zinc, iron, selenium, and B vitamins.
Found In:
plays a key role in enzyme activation, is important for cellular repair and in processes that regulate the hair growth cycles
Found In:
Real Patient Results
Our "Forbidden List" of Ingredients Not Allowed On Dr.UGro Gashee
NO FORMALDEHYDE
NO PARABENS
NO TRISCLOSAN
NO SULFATES
NO PHENOXYETHANOL
NO PETROLATUM
NO SYNTHETIC COLORANTS
NO ADDED FRAGRANCE
NO TOXIC CHEMICALS
NO DRUGS
NO PHTHALATES
NO BHA / BHT
NO POLYETHYLENE
NO PROPYLENE GLYNOL
NO MINERAL OIL
Additional Ingredient Information
PARABENS
Look for: methylparabens, isopropylparaben, propylparabens, isobutylparaben, butylparabens, and ethylparabens
Found in : Used as preservatives in foods, pharmaceuticals, neutraceuticals and cosmetics such as makeup, body washes, deodorants, shampoos and facial cleansers
Concerns: Exert estrogen like effect and cause and accelerate breast cancer, disruption of fertility and birth outcomes. It can cause skin sensitivities and ecological damage such as coral killing.
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE
Look for: Sodium dodecyl sulfate, SDS, sodium lauryl sulfate, SLS, Sodium laureth sulfate, SLES, sodium lauryl ether sulfate, ammonium lauryl sulfate, ALS, and sodium pareth sulfate
Found in: Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and personal care products and cleaning products such as shampoo, body wash, cleansers, mascara and acne treatments where they primarily function as surfactants (Lathering agents)
Concerns: By removing lipids from the skin barrier, they cause skin, lung, and eye irritants. Some products containing SLS are sometimes contaminated with the carcinogen 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct of its production process.
PHTHALATES
Look for: phthalate, diethylphthalate, DEP, dibutylphthalate, DBP, dimethylphthalate, Di-2-ethylhexylphthalate, DEHP and fragrance.
Found in: Used as platicizers in cosmetics, personal care products where malleability and stickiness is desired – eg deodorants and hair sprays) , food, insecticides, medical tubing and fluid bags, building materials.
Concerns: Although the FDA has not found helath risks posed by phthalates in cosmetic products, there are reports of their implication disrupting the endocrine system, breast cancer risk and birth defects
FORMALDEHYDE and FORMALDEHYDE RELEASING PRESERVATIVES
Look for: Formaldehyde, quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, diazolidinyl urea, polyoxymethylene urea, sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol (bromopol) and glyoxal.
Found in: Mainly used as preservatives they are found in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals such as eyelash glues, hair gels, hair styling products, baby shampoo, soap, color cosmetics and in particularly high quantity in nail polish.
Concerns: They are carcinogenic and mutagenic (Can cause birth defects). They are a very common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions
SYNTHETIC COLORS
Look for: FD & C (Food drugs & cosmetics) or D & C (Drugs and cosmetics). These are colors derived from Petroleum refinery byproducts.
Found in: cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and personal care products such as toothpastes and mouthwash
Concerns: Many have been linked to skin irritation and allergies, nervous system toxicity / ADHD and cancer. They can also contain heavy metals which can penetrate into the skin. They are banned in the EU from cosmetics and heavily regulated in the USA
MINERAL OIL / PETROLATUM
Look for: Petrolatum, Petroleum Jelly, Paraffin Oil, Mineral Oil
Found in: cosmetics and personal care products, from bath oils, hair care products, to skin care cosmetics. They are also used as skin barrier agents and solvents
Concerns: They generally are comedogenic and may cause premature skin aging. Alarmingly, they are subject to contamination by polycyclic hydrocarbons (PAHs) which are cancer causing. The term White Petrolatum is reserved for highly refined petrolatum that is supposed to be free of PAHs.
POLYETHYLENES / PEG
Look for: Polyethylene, polyethylene glycol (PEG)
Found in: Cosmetics and personal care products, including as a binder, thickener, film-forming agent, emulsion stabilizer, and abrasive. Commonly found in scrubs, body wash, toothpaste, makeup and skin cleansers.
Concerns: They could be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane which may be carcinogenic with skin penetrating capability
PROPYLENE GLYCOL (PG)
Look for: Propylene glycol, PG, 1,2-propanediol.
Found in: Cosmetics, foods and pharmaceuticals as a solvent, humectant, thinner and fragrance ingredient. It can be found in moisturizers, sunscreen, makeup products, conditioners, shampoo and hair sprays.
Concerns: Skin irritant and penetrator. May be implicated in liver, kidney and nervous system abnormalities.
TRICLOSAN
Look for: Triclosan, Triclocarban
Found in: Used as a preservative because of its antimicrobial abilities. Found in antibacterial soaps and detergents, toothpaste and tooth whitening products, antiperspirants/deodorants, shaving products, creams, color cosmetics
Concerns: An endocrine disruptor — It reduces thyroid function and enhances estradiol and testosterone activity as well as estrogen or testosterone responsive cancer cells. It is a skin irritant and a disruptor of ecosystems by its environmental toxicity.
BHA & BHT
Look for: Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
Found in: As synthetic antioxidants, they are used as preservatives in foods and a variety of personal care products including Lip products, hair products, makeup, sunscreen, antiperspirant/deodorant, fragrance and creams
Concerns: Include endocrine disruption and organ-system toxicity. They have caused cancer of the liver in animal tests.
SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES:
Fragrances are a blend of chemicals that gives each perfume or cologne its unique scent. The scent chemicals are often not listed since they are considered trade secrets
Look for: Fragrance or perfume or any one of the scent chemicals. Also look for solvents, stabilizers, UV –absorbers, preservatives and dyes which are frequently associated with the scent chemicals and have in themselves sources for concern
Found in cosmetics, perfumes and pharmaceuticals
Concerns: According to the International Fragrance Association, over 3000 scent chemicals have been linked to adverse health effects including sensitivities, allergies, reproductive toxicities and cancer
PHENOXYETHANOL
Look for: Phenoxyethanol, 2-Phenoxyethanol, Euxyl K® 400 (mixture of Phenoxyethanol and 1,2-dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane), PhE
Found in: Many natural and synthetic products where it is used as a preservative replacement for parabens or as a stabilizer in perfumes and soaps. However, it is synthetic cosmetics frequently found in pharmaceuticals, makeup, fragrances and personal care products including toothpastes
Concerns: skin reactions that vary in severity from minor to anaphylaxis. It has been linked to acute nervous system toxicities in infants.
NO TOXIC CHEMICALS
To view a comprehensive list of harsh chemicals and processes avoided in the making Dr.UGro Gashee visit our list of disallowed and allowed ingredients and processes page