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Folistrong Scalp Cleansing Shampoo (Anti-Dandruff) – ChezGreen / Cadila
Folistrong Scalp Cleansing Shampoo (Anti-Dandruff) – ChezGreen / Cadila
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Folistrong Scalp Cleansing Shampoo is an Ayurvedic proprietary hair cleanser from ChezGreen, the herbal division of Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited. It carries a combined herbal extract of 35% w/w — including Amalaki (Amla), Saptala (Shikakai), Aristha (Reetha), Japa (Hibiscus), Medika (Henna), Nimba (Neem) and Yastimadhu (licorice) — in a gentle, colour-free lathering base, and is traditionally used for everyday scalp cleansing and in the management of dandruff. Riddhish Herbals stocks it in 100 ml, 200 ml and 500 ml as genuine, bill-provided stock.
About Folistrong Scalp Cleansing Shampoo
Folistrong is Cadila Pharmaceuticals' herbal hair-care line, marketed through its ChezGreen division. The Scalp Cleansing Shampoo is the daily-wash member of that range — an anti-dandruff cleanser that pairs a mild, modern shampoo base with a 35% w/w blend of traditional hair herbs, and uses no synthetic colour.
The pack positions it plainly: a hair cleanser for dandruff and hair-fall–associated scalp problems such as flaking and itching. It is meant for regular use — apply, massage the scalp briefly, and rinse — and is labelled for external use only.
The Herbs Inside
The blend reads like a classical hair-wash recipe. Saptala (Shikakai) and Aristha (Reetha) are the traditional soap-fruits Indian households have washed hair with for generations; Amalaki (Amla) and Japa (Hibiscus) are long associated in Ayurveda with hair care and a healthy scalp; Medika (Henna) and Nimba (Neem) are classic scalp herbs; and Yastimadhu (licorice), Methika (Methi/fenugreek), Padma (lotus), Vacha and Til round out the extract.
In Folistrong these are supplied together as a single combined processed extract rather than as separate add-ins, so the herbal fraction is a consistent 35% of every bottle. The intent is a cleanser that lathers and rinses like an ordinary shampoo while carrying a genuinely herb-forward formula.
A Cleanser, Honestly Described
Folistrong lathers because it is built on a sulphate cleansing base — sodium lauryl ether sulphate with cocamidopropyl betaine — both openly declared on the pack. We mention this rather than hide it: it is what makes the shampoo foam and clean, and it is why the label calls the product a cleanser. What the pack does claim, and we can repeat, is that no synthetic colour is used.
So the honest summary is simple: a gentle, everyday anti-dandruff shampoo, colour-free, enriched with a real herbal extract — not a “chemical-free” or “100% natural” product, and we will not describe it as one.
Research on the Constituents
◆ Neem (Nimba, Azadirachta indica) is one of the most-studied scalp herbs; a peer-reviewed review examined its antimicrobial phytochemistry across the published literature (Wylie MR & Merrell DS, 2022 — Frontiers in Pharmacology). PMID 35712721
◆ Yastimadhu (licorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra) has been the subject of a phytochemical and pharmacological review summarising its traditionally recognised constituents (Pastorino G, Cornara L et al., 2018 — Phytotherapy Research). PMID 30117204
Results were observed under study conditions. Individual results may vary. This is shared for general educational interest and is not a medical claim. Consult your Ayurvedic physician before use.
Composition (label-verified, % w/w)
| Ingredient (as on label) | Botanical / Sanskrit (S) | Part / Type | % w/w |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amla | Phyllanthus emblica (S: Amalaki) | Fruit | 12.15% |
| Licorice | Glycyrrhiza glabra (S: Yastimadhu) | Root | 12.15% |
| Shikakai | Acacia concinna (S: Saptala) | Fruit | 12.15% |
| Methi (Fenugreek) | Trigonella foenum-graecum (S: Methika) | Seed | 12.15% |
| Hibiscus | Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (S: Japa) | Flower | 9.35% |
| Lotus | Nelumbium speciosum (S: Padma) | Flower | 9.35% |
| Reetha (Soapnut) | Sapindus trifoliatus (S: Aristha) | Fruit | 9.35% |
| Henna | Lawsonia alba (S: Medika) | Leaves | 9.35% |
| Neem | Azadirachta indica (S: Nimba) | Leaves | 4.6% |
| Vacha | Acorus calamus (S: Vacha) | Rhizome | 4.6% |
| Til (Sesame) | Sesamum indicum (S: Til) | Seed | 4.6% |
| Combined herbal extract | — of the eleven herbs above — | Extract | 35.00% |
| Sodium lauryl ether sulphate | IH | Cleansing base | 38.00% |
| Cocamidopropyl betaine | IH | Co-surfactant | 6.00% |
| Citric acid monohydrate | IP | pH adjuster | 0.30% |
| Sodium chloride | IP | Excipient | 0.20% |
| Fragrance | IH | Excipient | 0.50% |
| Purified water | IP | Base | q.s. to 100% |
Reproduced verbatim from the pack. The eleven herbs are supplied as one combined processed extract totalling 35% w/w; each herb's figure is its share as printed on the label. “AB” and “S:” are the label's Ayurvedic-reference and Sanskrit notations. No synthetic colour used. Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1733. Marketed by ChezGreen (a division of Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited); manufactured by Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited, Dholka. For external use only.
How to Use
Apply on a wet scalp and hair, massage gently into the scalp for one to two minutes, then rinse thoroughly; repeat if needed. It is formulated to be gentle enough for daily use. For external use only — avoid contact with the eyes, and rinse with clean water if any shampoo gets in.
Who Can Use It
A daily herbal cleanser suitable for adult men and women and most hair types who want a gentle, colour-free anti-dandruff wash. If you have a sensitive or broken scalp, or a known allergy to any listed ingredient, do a small patch test first. Keep away from the eyes.
Safety Information
For external use only. Folistrong is a cosmetic hair cleanser that lathers with a mild sulphate base (sodium lauryl ether sulphate) and cocamidopropyl betaine, both disclosed on the pack. If irritation develops, stop use and rinse well with clean water. Keep out of reach of children and avoid contact with the eyes.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place and protect from direct sunlight. Keep the cap closed between uses. For external use only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Folistrong Scalp Cleansing Shampoo?
It is made by Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited and marketed through ChezGreen, its herbal division. It is an Ayurvedic proprietary medicine (Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1733). Riddhish Herbals supplies it as genuine stock with a proper bill.
Which herbs are in it?
A combined herbal extract of 35% w/w: Amla (Amalaki), Licorice (Yastimadhu), Shikakai (Saptala), Methi/Fenugreek (Methika), Hibiscus (Japa), Lotus (Padma), Reetha/Soapnut (Aristha), Henna (Medika), Neem (Nimba), Vacha and Til (sesame). Full percentages are in the composition table above.
Does it contain sulphates?
Yes — Folistrong is built on a sodium lauryl ether sulphate base with cocamidopropyl betaine, both declared on the pack. It is a lathering cleanser, not a sulphate-free product. It does, per the label, use no synthetic colour.
Is it safe for daily use?
The pack states it is safe for daily use. If your scalp is sensitive or broken, do a patch test first and stop if any irritation develops.
How do I use it?
Apply on a wet scalp and hair, rub gently on the scalp for one to two minutes and rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.
Does it contain synthetic colour or dye?
No. The label states that no synthetic colour is used.
Can I use it together with Folistrong hair oil?
Yes. Many people massage the Folistrong Hair Rejuvenator oil into the scalp before a wash and then use the Scalp Cleansing Shampoo to cleanse. See the linked oil below.
Is it for men and women?
Yes — it is a general daily hair cleanser suitable for adult men and women.
What sizes does it come in?
Three: 100 ml, 200 ml and 500 ml. The 500 ml is currently out of stock; the 100 ml and 200 ml are the everyday sizes.
Have these herbs been studied scientifically?
Yes — for example, published reviews have examined the phytochemistry of neem and of licorice (Wylie & Merrell, 2022; Pastorino et al., 2018). See the research section above. This is shared for general interest and is not a medical claim about the shampoo.
Is Folistrong shampoo available at Riddhish Herbals?
Yes. Riddhish Herbals is a trusted Ayurvedic store operating since 2015, offering genuine products with a bill and Pan-India delivery.
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