Ingredient

saw palmetto

Low risk

FunctionBotanical

What it is — Saw Palmetto (INCI: Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract) is a botanical from the berry of the saw palmetto plant, used mainly in scalp and hair products.

What it does — It appears in scalp and hair formulas positioned around fullness and scalp support, sometimes with DHT-related claims. Such claims rest on limited topical evidence, so they are best read as marketing rather than guarantees.

Typical use — It appears in scalp tonics, serums and shampoos, usually as a supporting botanical within a wider blend.

Who it suits / good to know — Generally suitable for most scalp types. Set realistic expectations and give any scalp routine consistent time. For diagnosed hair loss, a clinician can advise on evidence-based options.

Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk: a botanical extract that is generally well tolerated. This reflects the ingredient in general and is not medical advice; patch-test first if you have plant sensitivities.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk - saw palmetto botanical extract, generally well tolerated.
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Found in 0 DHALIORA products

Not currently in any DHALIORA product.

How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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