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Excess sebum and grey hair
Skin and Hair Disorders
Question #20703
362 days ago
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Excess sebum and grey hair - #20703

Basha
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I m male. My age is 34-40. Due to stress I had excess sebum, my hair started thinning which cause oily dandruff. Now I have only 30℅ hair which is the outer layer. I have baldness in my crown area. Due to shortage of sleep, my hair, heard, moustache getting grey. I need a complete solution for all this. Now I don't have stress, but I have excess sebum issue for the past 10 years. I started using doctor prescribed Ketakonazole shampoo which turned my hair grey hair.

Age: 38
Chronic illnesses: No
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Amla (Indian Gooseberry) + Brahmi + Bhringraj Powder – Take ½ tsp daily with warm water to nourish hair from within. Ashwagandha -1/2 tsp with warm milk at night Triphala (½ tsp at bedtime) Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta) Juice or Powder –take with buttermilk or warm water. Bringaraja taila- scalp massage weekly twice Onion juice - apply over scalp and wash after 20 minutes

Eat black sesame seeds + jaggery (1 tsp daily). Drink fresh Amla juice or consume raw Amla daily. Include ghee, soaked almonds, walnuts, dates, and coconut in your diet. Avoid spicy, fermented, and processed foods, as they worsen Pitta. Henna + Indigo Powder – Natural remedy for greying (if you want to darken the hair naturally). Rinse hair with black tea or curry leaf water.

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Avoid daily oiling on scalp. Hairzone spray for local massage. Erandbhrushta haritaki 0-0-3 with lukewarm water at bedtime. Tab.Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2

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Bringaraj tailam for application on hair Chawanprash two spoons with warm milk two times a day

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1. Thickshoot Care 1-0-1 after breakfast nd dinner 2. Saribadhyasavam 30ml -0- 30ml after breakfast and dinner

External treatment 1. Durdurpatradi taila - warm oil apply on head half hour before bath

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Do head massage with durdurapatradi taila on alternate days and do head bath Put Anutaila 2 drops into each nostrill in morning hrs Have dry grapes soaked in water daily Have more carrot, beetroot, cucumber Take atleast 1 coconut water daily Have one amla daily Have leafy green Veggies Visit nearby panchakarma centre and take one course of takra dhara After reduction of dandruff you can use neelibrungamalaka taila

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Hello. Stop using shampoo. Use Ayurvedic Silkeshine shampoo powder for hair wash. Rinse ur hair with decoctionof triphla churna andlemon peel. Stop Saltu oily snacks and late nights and day sleep. Have healthy diet. Use Malatyadi ketam for hair . Tab Arogyavardhini 2 tabs 2 times a day after meals. Tab Krumikuthar rasa 2 tabs at night. Tab Jatamasi ghana 2 at night.

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1. Excess Sebum & Oily Dandruff

These are often due to Pitta-Kapha imbalance.

Ayurvedic Remedies:

*Neem oil or Bhringraj oil: Mix with coconut oil and apply twice a week. They balance sebum, reduce dandruff, and strengthen roots.

*Amla powder + Shikakai + Reetha: Use as a natural shampoo 2–3 times a week.

*Fenugreek (Methi) paste: Apply on the scalp 30 minutes before washing to reduce oiliness and dandruff.

Internal Herbs:

Triphala: Detoxifies the system and balances digestion, which improves skin and scalp health. Take 1 tsp powder with warm water at night.

Neem capsules or powder: Helps purify blood and control excess oil

2. Hair Thinning & Baldness (Crown area)

Related to Vata-Pitta aggravation and low Rasa Dhatu nourishment.

Ayurvedic Oils:

Bhringraj Taila: Promotes hair regrowth and slows greying.

Neelibhringadi oil: Excellent for bald spots and nourishing hair follicles. Massage 3–4 times weekly, leave overnight if possible.

Internal Tonic:

Bhringraj powder (½ tsp twice daily): Regenerates hair cells.

Amla juice: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. 20ml daily on empty stomach.

3. Premature Greying of Hair

Natural Remedies:

Amla + Brahmi + Bhringraj powder mix: Take 1 tsp daily with honey or warm water.

Black sesame seeds (½ tsp daily): Traditionally used to darken hair.

Avoid hot, spicy, fermented foods which aggravate Pitta.

Diet Tips:

Include ghee, soaked almonds, walnuts, dates, and leafy greens.

Avoid excessive tea/coffee, alcohol, and processed foods.

Stay hydrated and get 7–8 hours of sleep.

Lifestyle Practices

Nasya (Nasal drops) with Anu taila or Brahmi ghee daily: Calms nerves and supports hair growth.

Shirodhara therapy: Helps in deep relaxation and resets hormonal balance.

Yoga & Pranayama: Focus on Anulom Vilom and Brahmari for stress and energy flow to scalp.

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Shirodhara , nasya in a nearby ayurvedic centre Brahmi vati 1-0-1 Wash hair with shikakai/ aritha shampoo twice a week Amla juice 10ml twice daily before food with water

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Avoid spicy, oily, and fried food. Increase intake of cooling foods like cucumbers, coconut, mint, and fresh fruits to balance oil levels.

Apply Amla oil to your scalp and hair. Consume 1 tsp of black sesame seeds daily, or mix it with honey. Take 500 mg Ashwagandha capsule twice daily after meal.

Do Regular yoga or meditation specially Bhramari Pranayam to manage stress, which is a common factor in both excess sebum and premature graying.

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Excess sebum production, thinning of hair, and graying can be a complex issue, especially when compounded history of stress and use of particular shampoos. Let’s try to tackle this from an Ayurvedic perspective, focusing on how to balance the underlying dosha imbalance contribute to these issues.

Firstly, excess sebum often relates to an imbalance in the Kapha dosha. One way of reducing sebum is to include dry and warming foods in your diet while avoiding overly oily and heavy meals. Regular consumption of spicy foods like ginger, black pepper, and turmeric can help in pacifying the Kapha dosha.

For your thinning hair, nourish your hair follicles and scalp by applying Brahmi oil or Bhringraj oil onto the scalp 2 to 3 times a week before bed. These oils are renowned in Ayurveda for promoting hair strength and reducing hair loss. It might also help to include amla, an excellent source of vitamin C, in your diet or as a supplement, considering it’s known to prevent premature graying and improve the texture of hair.

Engage in regular scalp massage to boost blood circulation. You might use your fingertips gently for about 10 minutes daily; this increases the flow to your scalp, nourishing the hair roots.

In terms of lifestyle modifications, adequate sleep cannot be emphasized enough; establish a routine that allows for 7-8 hours of restful sleep each night. This is crucial for reducing further hair greying and overall bodily balance. Creating a serene bedtime ritual with calming herbal teas, such as chamomile, might be of significant help.

Avoid over-reliance on chemical-based shampoos, if possible, as they can strip natural oils from your hair. You can prepare a homemade cleanser using reetha (soapnut), shikakai, and amla powder boiled together into a paste for a gentle, yet effective, alternative.

If you experience continued hair loss or other concerning symptoms, it’s wise to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner or dermatologist. While addressing these issues through natural remedies can be beneficial, it’s always important to ensure your approach is safe and suitable for your specific situation.

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