External traditional Chinese medicine preparation for nourishing and protecting hair and preparation method thereof

By using topical Chinese medicine preparations prepared by Polygonum multiflorum and other Chinese medicinal materials, the problems of poor effects and side effects of existing hair care products have been solved, and the hair care effect with short treatment course, quick results and no side effects have been achieved, which significantly improves the strength of the hair and gloss.

CN119174807APending Publication Date: 2024-12-24SHANDONG SHENGHONG MEDICINE SCI & TECH
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CN202411340790.8
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CN · China
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Applications(China)
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Filing Date
2024-09-25
Publication Date
2024-12-24

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Technical Problem

Most of the existing hair care products are chemically synthetic products, which have poor results and have side effects, making it difficult to effectively solve problems such as hair loss, alopecia areata and gray hair growth.

Method used

A formulation of topical Chinese medicine preparations, including Polygonum multiflorum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Rehmannia genus, Orchidaceae, Round Leaf Angelica root, Membrane Polygonum Astragalus, Mint, Dried Ginger and Ligustrum, etc., is used to extract and filtration the medicine liquid through heat reflux to form Liquids are used to promote blood circulation, prevent inflammation and sterilize hair and nourish hair.

Benefits of technology

This traditional Chinese medicine preparation significantly improves the hair's stretching strength and gloss, has a short course of treatment, quick effect, no side effects, can effectively control hair loss and significantly improve the strength and gloss of the hair bun.

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Abstract

The invention discloses an external traditional Chinese medicine preparation for nourishing and protecting hair and a preparation method thereof. The external traditional Chinese medicine preparation is prepared from the following raw material components in parts by weight: 50 to 60 parts of radix polygoni multiflori, 10 to 15 parts of radix salviae miltiorrhizae, 10 to 15 parts of radix rehmanniae preparata, 40 to 50 parts of cacumen biotae, 10 to 15 parts of radix angelicae sinensis rotundifolia, 20 to 40 parts of semen cuscutae, 10 to 30 parts of radix astragali membranaci, 5 to 15 parts of herba menthae, 45 to 55 parts of rhizoma zingiberis and 6 to 10 parts of ligustrum lucidum ait. The traditional Chinese medicine composition is used for hair care, can well promote blood circulation to remove blood stasis, promote blood circulation, diminish inflammation and sterilize, remove excessive sebum on scalp, relieve hair, effectively control hair loss and nourish hair, and has excellent hair nourishing and caring effects.
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Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicines, and in particular to an external Chinese medicine preparation for hair nourishment and hair care. Background Art

[0002] With the development of society, people's life and work pressures have increased, and the phenomenon of hair loss, alopecia areata, gray hair, broken hair and dry hair has become more serious. A head of flowing hair is enviable and desirable, so hair care and hair maintenance are particularly important.

[0003] In addition, most of the products such as conditioners and hair masks on the market are chemically synthesized products, which are not effective, have side effects, and are prone to rebound.

[0004] Therefore, it is very necessary to give full play to the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine and seek an external Chinese medicine preparation that can nourish and protect hair. Summary of the invention

[0005] The first technical problem to be solved by the present invention is: in view of the shortcomings of the prior art, a traditional Chinese medicine preparation for external use in nourishing and protecting hair is provided, which has a simple formula, a short course of treatment, a quick effect, no side effects, and has good hair nourishing and protecting effects.

[0006] The second technical problem to be solved by the present invention is: in view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, a method for preparing an external Chinese medicine preparation for hair nourishing and protecting hair is provided. The prepared external Chinese medicine preparation has a short treatment course, quick effect, no side effects, and has a significant effect of good hair nourishing and protecting efficacy.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned first technical problem, the technical solution of the present invention is:

[0008] A Chinese medicinal preparation for external use for nourishing and protecting hair comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 50-60 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 10-15 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 10-15 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 40-50 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 10-15 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 20-40 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 10-30 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 5-15 parts of mint, 45-55 parts of dried ginger and 6-10 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the external Chinese medicine preparation contains the following raw material components in parts by weight: 55 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 12 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 13 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 45 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 12 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 30 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 20 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 10 parts of mint, 50 parts of dried ginger, and 8 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

[0010] In the formula of the external Chinese medicine preparation of the present invention:

[0011] Dried ginger: remove the white and replace it with the black (Su Song’s Illustrated Materia Medica).

[0012] Platycladus orientalis leaves: bitter and slightly spicy. Cools blood and stops bleeding, promotes hair growth and darkens hair. Used for hair loss caused by heat in the blood and premature graying of hair.

[0013] Salvia miltiorrhiza, Angelica sinensis root, Polygonum multiflorum: nourish black hair. "Hair is the residue of blood and blood is the root of hair." A Chinese proverb talks about the dialectical relationship between blood and hair. Salvia miltiorrhiza, Angelica sinensis, Polygonum multiflorum and other Chinese medicinal materials nourish the hair roots and maintain the hair. Together with natural blood-activating ingredients, they bring sufficient blood nourishment to the scalp and provide rich nutrition to the hair.

[0014] Astragalus membranaceus: replenishes qi and raises yang, strengthens the body's defense system, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling, and promotes the growth of ulcers and promotes tissue regeneration. It has the effects of replenishing qi, removing toxins, promoting dampness and healing ulcers.

[0015] Rehmannia glutinosa: slightly warm in nature, enters the liver and kidney meridians. It has the effects of nourishing blood and yin, replenishing essence and nourishing marrow, and is used for premature graying of hair.

[0016] Ligustrum lucidum and its fruit are yin-tonifying traditional Chinese medicines. They are sweet, bitter and cool in nature, and belong to the liver meridian and kidney meridian. They have the effects of nourishing the liver and kidney, and darkening the beard and improving eyesight.

[0017] Peppermint is pungent and cool, and enters the lung and liver meridians. Peppermint has the effects of dispersing wind-heat, clearing the head, relieving sore throat, clearing rashes, and soothing the liver and relieving depression.

[0018] Cuscuta seeds are pungent, sweet and neutral in nature, and enter the liver, kidney and spleen meridians. Its main effects include nourishing the liver and kidney, consolidating semen and reducing urine, calming the fetus, improving eyesight and stopping diarrhea. Cuscuta seeds are pungent, sweet and neutral in nature, and enter the liver, kidney and spleen meridians. Pungent can moisten, sweet can nourish, and its nature is mild, which can nourish both kidney yang and kidney yin.

[0019] As a preferred technical solution, the Chinese medicine preparation is a liquid.

[0020] To solve the above second technical problem, the technical solution of the present invention is:

[0021] The preparation method of the external Chinese medicine preparation for hair nourishment and hair care comprises the following steps:

[0022] The raw materials of Polygonum multiflorum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Rehmannia glutinosa, Platycladus orientalis leaf, Angelica sinensis root, Cuscuta chinensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Mentha, Dry ginger and Ligustrum lucidum are weighed according to the weight proportion, mixed and put into an extraction tank, added with four times the amount of water for hot reflux extraction for 2 to 2.5 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid is stored separately; then, two times the amount of water is added to the filtered medicinal residue for hot reflux extraction again for 1 to 1.5 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid is stored separately, and the obtained medicinal liquids are mixed to obtain the said traditional Chinese medicine preparation.

[0023] As a preferred technical solution, the mixed medicinal solution is further concentrated and purified to obtain a liquid preparation.

[0024] Due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0025] The external Chinese medicine preparation for hair care of the present invention comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 50-60 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 10-15 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 10-15 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 40-50 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 10-15 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 20-40 parts of Cuscuta chinensis, 10-30 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 5-15 parts of Mentha arvensis, 45-55 parts of Dried ginger, and 6-10 parts of Ligustrum lucidum. In the formula, the Angelica sinensis roots, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Polygonum multiflorum, and Rehmannia glutinosa are the main drugs, and the Platycladus orientalis leaves, Astragalus membranaceus, Cuscuta chinensis, and Ligustrum lucidum are the ministerial drugs, which are mutually compatible and tonic drugs, and play the role of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Adding dried ginger and mint can play the role of anti-inflammatory and bactericidal. The three interact with each other to better promote blood circulation, reduce inflammation and kill bacteria, remove excess sebum on the scalp, soothe hair, effectively control hair loss, nourish hair, and have excellent hair care and nourishing effects.

[0026] The invention has the advantages of simple formula, short treatment course, quick effect and remarkable effect of nourishing and protecting hair. Generally, good treatment effect can be achieved after one month of use. After one month of use, the effective rate of improving the breaking force of hair bundles is 100%, and the effect of improving the glossiness is 100%. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] The present invention will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments. It should be understood that these embodiments are only intended to illustrate the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. In addition, it should be understood that after reading the content taught by the present invention, those skilled in the art may make various changes or modifications to the present invention, and these equivalent forms fall within the scope limited by the appended claims of the application equally.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] A traditional Chinese medicine preparation for external use for hair care, which is a liquid preparation and comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 52 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 12 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 12 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 42 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 12 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 28 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 15 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 7 parts of mint, 47 parts of dried ginger, and 7 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

[0030] Example 2

[0031] A traditional Chinese medicine preparation for external use for hair care, which is a liquid preparation and comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 58 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 14 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 14 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 47 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 13 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 30 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 22 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 12 parts of Mentha, 52 parts of Dry ginger, and 9 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

[0032] Example 3

[0033] A traditional Chinese medicine preparation for external use for hair care, which is a liquid preparation and comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 55 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 12 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 13 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 45 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 12 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 30 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 20 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 10 parts of mint, 50 parts of dried ginger, and 8 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

[0034] Example 4

[0035] The raw materials of Polygonum multiflorum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Rehmannia glutinosa, Platycladus orientalis leaf, Angelica sinensis root, Cuscuta chinensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Mentha arvense, Dried ginger and Ligustrum lucidum were weighed according to the weight proportion of Example 1, mixed and put into an extraction tank, added with four times the amount of water and hot refluxed for 2 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid was stored separately; then, two times the amount of water was added to the filtered medicinal residue and hot refluxed for 1 hour again, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid was stored separately, the obtained medicinal liquids were mixed, and the mixed medicinal liquid was further concentrated and purified to obtain a liquid.

[0036] Example 5

[0037] The raw materials of Polygonum multiflorum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Rehmannia glutinosa, Platycladus orientalis leaf, Angelica sinensis root, Cuscuta chinensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Mentha arvense, Dried ginger and Ligustrum lucidum were weighed according to the weight proportion of Example 2, mixed and put into an extraction tank, added with four times the amount of water and hot reflux extraction for 2.2 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid was stored separately; then, two times the amount of water was added to the filtered medicinal residue and hot reflux extraction was performed again for 1.2 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid was stored separately, the obtained medicinal liquids were mixed, and the mixed medicinal liquid was further concentrated and purified to obtain a liquid.

[0038] Example 6

[0039] The raw materials of Polygonum multiflorum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Rehmannia glutinosa, Platycladus orientalis leaf, Angelica sinensis root, Cuscuta chinensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Mentha arvense, Dried ginger and Ligustrum lucidum were weighed according to the weight proportion of Example 3, mixed and put into an extraction tank, added with four times the amount of water and hot refluxed for 2 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid was stored separately; then, two times the amount of water was added to the filtered medicinal residue and hot refluxed for 1 hour again, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid was stored separately, the obtained medicinal liquids were mixed, and the mixed medicinal liquid was further concentrated and purified to obtain a liquid.

[0040] Control experiment example

[0041] In order to demonstrate the effects of the present invention in terms of hair care and hair maintenance, the following experimental tests were set up:

[0042] 1. Purpose of testing

[0043] By using an in vitro hair bundle as a single-use test sample and testing the hair breaking power using a hair multi-function tester, the "anti-hair breakage and hair care" efficacy was evaluated.

[0044] 2 Test Environment

[0045] The test environment is 23±2℃ and 60±10%RH, and dynamic monitoring is performed.

[0046] 3. Test Instruments

[0047]

[0048] 4 Test Methods

[0049] 4.1 Strength (breaking strength)

[0050] 4.1.1 Preparation before testing

[0051] In this experiment, the same hair bundles were randomly divided into a sample group and a water control group, with one bundle in each group. The hair bundles were cleaned with water and placed in a constant temperature and humidity chamber for more than 4 hours for standby use. Thirty hair strands were randomly selected from each of the sample group and the water control group, and the diameter of each hair strand was measured with an electronic micrometer caliper. There was no significant difference in diameter between the groups. A length of 100 mm was selected for each hair strand as the stretching part, and then a multifunctional hair tester XJ810 was used for the stretching test, and the breaking work was recorded.

[0052] 4.1.2 Detection process

[0053] Sample set:

[0054] The sample prepared in Example 6 of the present invention was used at a rate of 0.2 mL per gram of hair bundle, and the sample was evenly applied on the surface of the hair bundle for 30 seconds, and then rinsed after standing for 2 minutes. The rinsed hair bundle was dried, blow-dried with a hair dryer, and combed 10 times with a comb.

[0055] Repeat the above steps 5 times.

[0056] In a specified constant temperature and humidity environment, 30 hairs were taken from the sample group, and each hair was selected with a length of 100 mm as the tensile part. They were then tested using the multifunctional hair tester XJ810 and the breaking work was recorded.

[0057] Water control group:

[0058] For the water control group, apply water evenly on the hair bundle surface for 30 seconds, let it stand for 2 minutes, and then rinse it off. Absorb the water from the rinsed hair bundle, blow dry the hair bundle with a hair dryer, and comb it with a comb 10 times.

[0059] Repeat the above steps 5 times.

[0060] In a specified constant temperature and humidity environment, 30 hairs were taken from the control group, and each hair was selected with a length of 100 mm as the tensile part. They were then tested using the multifunctional hair tester XJ810 and the breaking work was recorded.

[0061] 4.2 Glossiness

[0062] 4.2.1 Preparation before testing

[0063] Take another identical hair bundle as the experimental hair bundle. The number of effective hair bundles in each group should meet the statistical requirements. The number of hair bundles in this experiment is 30. After selecting the hair bundles, wash the hair bundles with clean water, rinse them thoroughly, and then equilibrate them in a constant temperature and humidity chamber at (23±0.5)℃ and (60±5)%RH for 4 hours.

[0064] 4.2.2 Baseline gloss test

[0065] Take 30 pre-prepared hair strands, test the glossiness of each hair strand separately, and record the results.

[0066] 4.2.3 Gloss test after using the sample

[0067] The hair bundles that have completed the baseline glossiness test were fully moistened with running constant temperature clean water, and the liquid prepared in Example 6 of the present invention was evenly applied on the surface of the hair bundles at a dosage of 0.2 g per gram of the hair bundles for 30 seconds and allowed to stand for 2 minutes. The treated hair bundles were placed in a constant temperature and humidity chamber for 4 hours, taken out, and the glossiness of each hair bundle was tested.

[0068] 5 Statistical methods

[0069] 5.1 Statistical method of results

[0070] Descriptive statistics were performed on the measured parameters, including mean, standard deviation, median, maximum value, and minimum value. SPSS software was used for statistical analysis of the data. The measurement data were expressed as mean ± standard deviation, and a normal distribution test was performed. If it conformed to the normal distribution, a t test was used; if it did not conform to the normal distribution, a non-parametric test was used. The significant difference level was p < 0.05.

[0071] 5.2 Calculation of change rate after using the sample of the present invention

[0072] 5.2.1 Strength (breaking work):

[0073] Change rate after using the sample % = (T 1 -T 0 ) / T 0 ×100%

[0074] Where:

[0075] T 0 -----The average breaking work of the clean water control group;

[0076] T 1 -----Average breaking work of the sample group.

[0077] 5.2.2 Glossiness:

[0078]

[0079] Where:

[0080] T 0 -----Basic gloss value before using the sample;

[0081] T 1 ---Gloss test value after using the sample.

[0082] n----number of hairs.

[0083] 5.3 Result determination

[0084] 5.3.1 Strength (breaking strength)

[0085] If the statistical method significance level p<0.050, it indicates that there is a statistically significant difference between the subjects before and after using the sample, indicating that the sample has a corresponding effect.

[0086] If the statistical method significance level p ≥ 0.050, it indicates that there is no statistically significant difference between the subjects before and after using the sample, indicating that the sample has no corresponding effect.

[0087] 5.3.2 Glossiness

[0088] Positive results:

[0089] The glossiness of hair was significantly improved after using the sample compared with before using the sample.

[0090] (p<0.05), it means that the sample has the ability to improve the glossiness of hair and has hair care effects.

[0091] Negative result:

[0092] The glossiness of hair after using the sample was not significantly improved compared with before using the sample.

[0093] (P≥0.05), it means that the sample has no ability to improve the glossiness of hair and has no hair care effect.

[0094] 6Test results

[0095] Table 1 Hair strength (breaking work) data / J

[0096]

[0097]

[0098] Note: ① Normality test P value>0.050, indicating that the data obeys normal distribution, independent sample t test is used. If it does not obey normal distribution, rank sum test is used.

[0099] ②The significant P value is <0.050, indicating that there is a significant difference compared with before use.

[0100] The significant P value ≥ 0.050 indicates that there is no significant difference compared with before use.

[0101] Compared with before using the sample of the present invention, the hair strength (breaking work) of the hair bundle increased by 29.56%.

[0102] 6.2 Hair gloss test results

[0103] Table 2 Hair gloss test results of sample group before and after use

[0104]

[0105] Note: ① Normality test P value>0.050, indicating that the data obeys normal distribution, paired t test is used. If it does not obey normal distribution, non-parametric test is used.

[0106] ②The significant P value is less than 0.050, indicating that there is a significant difference compared with before using the sample.

[0107] The significant P value ≥ 0.050 indicates that there is no significant difference compared with before using the sample.

[0108] Compared with before using the sample, the glossiness of the hair bundle after using the sample of the present invention is improved by 12.06%.

[0109] 7. Test conclusion

[0110] Strength (breaking strength):

[0111] Compared with the control group treated with water for 5 times, the hair bundles treated with the sample of the present invention had a significantly higher breaking rate (P<0.05), and the breaking work was increased by 28.87% compared with the control group treated with water. This proves that the present invention has a very excellent anti-hair breaking effect on hair and improves the anti-hair breaking effect.

[0112] Glossiness:

[0113] After using the sample, the hair glossiness is significantly improved compared to before using the sample.

[0114] (P<0.05), which increased the glossiness of the finished product by 12.06%.

[0115] In summary, experiments have shown that the present invention has a good ability to improve the breaking power and glossiness of hair bundles, and has the effects of preventing hair breakage and protecting hair.

[0116] Human comparative experiment example

[0117] 50 people aged 30-60 with hair that is prone to breakage and dullness were randomly divided into two groups, 25 in each group, an experimental group and a control group. The patients in the experimental group used the hair care liquid prepared in Example 6 of the present invention, and the patients in the control group used water. Both groups of patients used it twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, using 5-8 ml each time according to the amount of hair, applying it evenly and massaging it slightly, and continued to use it for one month.

[0118] Comparison before and after use: The experimental group of patients had obvious effects on hair pulling power and glossiness, with hair strength (pulling power) increased by an average of 33.44% and glossiness increased by an average of 18.55%. The effective rate of improving hair pulling power and glossiness was 100%. There was no change in hair pulling power and glossiness of the control group of patients.

[0119] In summary, after hair bundle experimental testing and human body experiments, the hair nourishing and hair care preparation of the present invention has excellent ability to improve the breaking power and glossiness of hair bundles, and has hair nourishing and hair care effects.

Claims

1. A Chinese medicinal preparation for external use for hair care, characterized in that The invention comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 50-60 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 10-15 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 10-15 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 40-50 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 10-15 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 20-40 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 10-30 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 5-15 parts of mint, 45-55 parts of dried ginger and 6-10 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

2. The external Chinese medicine preparation for hair care and nourishment as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that The invention comprises the following raw material components in parts by weight: 55 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 12 parts of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 13 parts of Rehmannia glutinosa, 45 parts of Platycladus orientalis leaves, 12 parts of Angelica sinensis roots, 30 parts of Cuscuta seeds, 20 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 10 parts of mint, 50 parts of dried ginger and 8 parts of Ligustrum lucidum.

3. The external Chinese medicinal preparation for hair care and nourishment as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The Chinese medicine preparation is a liquid preparation.

4. The method for preparing the external Chinese medicinal preparation for hair care and nourishment as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that The following steps are involved: The raw materials of Polygonum multiflorum, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Rehmannia glutinosa, Platycladus orientalis leaf, Angelica sinensis root, Cuscuta chinensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Mentha, Dry ginger and Ligustrum lucidum are weighed according to the weight proportion, mixed and put into an extraction tank, added with four times the amount of water for hot reflux extraction for 2 to 2.5 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid is stored separately; then, two times the amount of water is added to the filtered medicinal residue for hot reflux extraction again for 1 to 1.5 hours, filtered, and the obtained medicinal liquid is stored separately, and the obtained medicinal liquids are mixed to obtain the said traditional Chinese medicine preparation.

5. The method for preparing the external Chinese medicinal preparation for hair care and nourishment as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that: The mixed medicinal solution is further concentrated and purified to obtain a liquid preparation.