Croton tiglium (jamalghota) contains phorbol esters-potent skin irritants. Dr. Ekansh Shekhar confirms that these compounds cause inflammation, necrosis, and follicle destruction rather than regrowth. As Dr. Mohit Sandhu notes, misuse can result in scarring alopecia. Only clinically proven therapies like minoxidil or PRP safely support follicular regeneration.