Can an Ancient Root Help with Grey Hair? A Look at Fo-Ti and the Story Behind antigrey™

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, few herbs carry as much mystery and lore as He Shou Wu, also known as Fo-Ti root.

The name itself translates to “Mr. He’s Black Hair,” based on a centuries-old tale. According to legend, a man named Mr. He discovered the root while wandering through the mountains. He was old, weak, and nearly bald. After regularly taking a preparation of this root, his strength returned—and so did the color of his hair.

Whether you believe in herbal folklore or not, Fo-Ti has been used for generations as a tonic for vitality, longevity, and yes, hair health.

From Legend to Lab

The modern name for He Shou Wu is Polygonum multiflorum, and it’s still used widely across East Asia today. Traditionally, it’s boiled for hours with black beans to “prepare” it properly reducing its natural bitterness and minimizing toxicity from the raw root.

But let’s be honest: most of us don’t have time (or the stomach) to boil a bitter root every day.

So at Once Daily™, we took a different approach. We respect the tradition, but we also believe in clinical precision. That’s why we include standardized Fo-Ti extract in our formula for antigrey™ so you get the benefits, minus the bitterness.

What the Science Says

Fo-Ti contains compounds that may help support melanin production, which is the pigment that gives hair its color. It’s also believed to have antioxidant properties and promote healthy blood flow, both of which may contribute to a healthier scalp and stronger follicles.

Early research is still developing, but many practitioners and consumers alike continue to swear by it.

Why It’s in antigrey™

Rather than offering a silver-bullet solution (pun intended), our goal with Antigrey™ is more honest: support your hair’s natural pigmentation process through well-studied, time-tested ingredients.

We include Fo-Ti alongside:

• Catalase, which may help break down hydrogen peroxide buildup in the scalp
• Copper and zinc, important trace minerals for melanin
• Biotin and B vitamins, known to support hair structure and strength

All of it, in two capsules. Once a day.

Ancient Roots. Modern Routine.

There’s something compelling about ancient remedies especially the ones that have stood the test of time. But we also live in an era of smart delivery, ingredient traceability, and high standards.

We’re not here to sell you a myth.
We’re here to offer you a modern formula inspired by one.

Ready to try it for yourself?

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