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Hair loss from front of head, might be genetic
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Hair loss from front of head, might be genetic - #25271

shyam

How to protect hair falls from front of head, it seems little visible right now, I am aged 26 Been washing it just with Filtered water. Should I avoid some shampoo, any shampoo suggested or oil. How is Argon oil to use

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Hi shyam dont worry ,You are experiencing mild hair thinning at the front of your scalp, which is common around your age due to multiple reasons like stress, nutritional deficiencies, scalp buildup, or early male/female pattern hair loss.

Since you’re 26 and already noticing visibility, it’s a good time to take early steps to slow or reverse it.

This condition is commonly seen due to imbalance in scalp health, poor blood circulation, or excessive dryness. You mentioned that you’re using only filtered water and no shampoo. While avoiding harsh shampoos is good, not cleansing the scalp thoroughly can lead to buildup of dead cells and oil which can block follicles.

so, what u can do is Start with washing your scalp twice a week using a mild, sulfate-free shampoo. Look for ingredients like Bhringraj, Amla, Tea Tree, or Aloe Vera. Brands like Forest Essentials, Kama Ayurveda, or Himalaya Anti-Hairfall Shampoo are safer options. Avoid daily shampooing unless sweating heavily.

Argan oil is a good nourishing oil it helps in moisturizing the scalp and reducing dryness, but it doesn’t stimulate new growth significantly. For hair regrowth, oils like Bhringraj oil, Neelibhringadi taila, or Coconut oil infused with curry leaves and hibiscus are better choices. Use oil twice a week before hair wash and massage gently in circular motion for 5-10 minutes to increase blood flow.

Internally, your body also needs nourishment. Make sure you’re eating a protein-rich diet include eggs, nuts, seeds (especially flax and pumpkin seeds), green leafy vegetables, and fruits like amla or oranges daily. Iron and B12 deficiencies can also cause early hair loss, so a blood test may be required if the issue persists.

Stress management is very important. Regular yoga or pranayama (like anulom-vilom and bhramari) will help improve blood flow to the scalp and balance hormones.

If despite this, the thinning continues after 3-4 months, then Ayurvedic internal medications: 1. Amalaki rasayana 2. Narasimha Rasayanam 3.cap.Trichup this all can be done and I must also know your prakriti and digestion. In severe cases, treatments like Shirodhara, Nasya therapy, or PRP (in modern dermatology) can be planned after a scalp assessment.

Most importantly, stay consistent. Hair care takes time, just like plants grow slowly when nourished. You’re still young, and this condition is reversible with regular care and a holistic approach. Always begin simple cleanse the scalp, nourish it from both outside and inside, manage stress and results will follow steadily. THANK YOU REGARDS , DR.KARTHIKA

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HELLO SHYAM,

According too ayurveda , hair health is mainly governed by -pitta dosha= responsible for metabolism and heat in the body -vata dosha= causes dryness and frizz when aggravated -herediity also acknowledge in ayurveda as Beeja dosha- which is your concern genetics

INTERNAM MANAGEMENT PLAN 1)BHRINGARAJ CHURNA- 3 gms once daily with warm water or honey after dinner =hair regrowth, reduces hairfall

2)AMLA CHURNA- 5 gms empty stomach in morning with lukewarm water =antioxidants, pitta, strengthen hair

3)ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA- 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water =hormonal balance, reduces stress

4)TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =detox, improve gut health

5)BRAHMI VATI- 1 tab after breakkfast =reduces stress

6)MAHABRINGARAJ TAILA CAPSULES - 1 cap after dinner =promoteshair growth from within

EXTERNAL OIL AND APPLICATIONS

1)NEELIBRNGADI TAILA= warm slightly and apply to scalp for 3-4 ties/week =prevents premature greying , hairfall

2)BHRINGARAJ TAILA- massage gently in circular motion every alternate days =strengthen roots, regrowth

3)COCONUT OIL+CURRY LEAVES= heat, gently apply once cooled 2times/week =reduces dryness and frizz

leave the oil on for 1-2 hours or overnight before washing with mild shampoo

HERBAL HAIR WASH -Shikakai+reetha+amla powder- 1:1:1= mix 2 tbsp with water, soak overnight, apply paste as shampoo use 2 times/week

if hairfall is so severe than take this also -KESH RAKSHA CAPSULES- 1 cap twice daily after food

-CHYAWANPRASHA- 1 tsp daily in morning =rejuvinator, immune support

-SAPTRAMRIT LAUHA- 1 tab twice daily

DIET AND LIFESTYLE -EAT-ghee, amla, soaked almonds, pumpkin seeds, curry leaves, coconut AVOID- spicy, sour, salty ,fried food, cold drinks, excessive tea/coffee HYDRATION- at least 8 glasses/day -sleep- 7-8 hrs, avoid late nights

YOGA AND PRANAYAM -Adhomukhasana -Uttanasana -Sarvangasana -Vajrasana -Balasana -Paschimottanasana

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom -bhramari -kapalbhati -sheetali

-be patient. ayurveda treatment often takes 2-3 months to show noticeable improvement

DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY FOR 3-6 MONTHS

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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You’ll definitely get relief😊

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Please Avoid very harsh shampoos , which can irritate your scalp and hair, Always use mild shampoos

Internally 1.Trichup capsule 1-0-1after food 2.Narasimha rasayana 1tsp at bedtime followed by warm milk

External 1 Malathyadi kerataila-for head massage (1hour before headbath/weekly 3times)

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Avoid addiction if any. Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and Shirsasan. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab.Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2 Mahabhringraj oil for massage on scalp twice a week

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Bringaraja taila- Scalp massage to be done Amlaki rasayana- 1 tsp with warm water once daily Apply onion juice over the scalp area daily

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HELLO SHYAM,

DOSHA INVOLVEMENT 1)VATA- dryness, frizzz, breakage, dandruff 2)PITTA- heat in scalp, early greying, inflammation, hair root destruction 3)RAKTA DUSHTI- toxin accumulation-> weakened follicles 4)ASTHI DHATU KSHAYA- since Kesha are considered upadhatu of asthi, when rasa->rakta->mamsa->meda->asthi conversion is impaired, hair loss results 5)MAJJA KSHAYA- chronic cases(RECEDING HAIRLINE) may reflect deeper dhatu depletion

TYPES OF HAIRLOSS- BASED ON DOSHA’S

-KHALITYA(baldness)- pitta-vata= patchy loss, heat in scalp, premature thinning

-INDRALUPTA(alopecia areata)- kapha-vata= sudden loss in spots

-RUHYA- vata= gradual thinning , no itching, Receding hairline

-PALITYA(greying)- pitta= premature greying, often hereditary

INTERNALLY START WITH

1. NARASIMHA RASAYANA- 1 tsp with milk, morning empty stomach= 90 days =asthi-majja rasayana, hair growth (ref- bhaishajya ratnavali)

2. BHRINGRAJ CHURNA- 5gm + ghee at bedtime for 2-3 months =hair growth, scalp nourishment(ref- Nighantu Ratnakar)

3. CHYAWANPRASHA AVALEHA- 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk for long term 3-6 months =rasa-rakta dhatu and immunity(ref- charak Samhita)

4. DRAKSHADI KASHAYA- 30 ml before meals with water for 4-6 weeks =pitta-rakta sodhaka(ref- ashtanga hridaya)

5. SAPTAMRIT LAUHA- 500mg with ghee/honey twice daily in morning and night for 1-3 months =hair support, rakta support

6. AMALAKI RASAYANA- 5 gm in the morning with milk for long term =rejuvination, prevents greying and great for immunity

EXTERNAL OIL APPLICATIONS

1. NEELIBHRINGADI TAILA- massage warm oil 30 mins before bath for 4 times/week(ref- sahasra yoga)

2. DHURDHURAPATRADI TAILA- for scalp dryness and dandruff = twice/week(ref- bhaisajya ratnavali)

3. BRAHMI-AMLA OIL- infuse oil with fresh amla and brahmi leaves regularly use

FOR FRIZZ- use coconut or sesame base for INFLAMATION- use amla infused cooling oils

POTENT HERBAL PACKS FOR SCALP

1)CLASSIC HAIR PACK -bhringaraj churna- 1 tsp -amla powder- 1 tsp -hibiscus powder- 1 tsp -aloe vera pulp- 2tbsp Apply 1 hour before bath; rinse with herbal decoction

2)RAKTA- SODHANA SCALP LEPA -Manjistha+lodhra+triphala+sandalwood+rose water =apply during pitta-aggravated stages, especially with itching or scalp redness

ESSENTIAL FOODS -cow milk+ghee= builds Ojas, nourishes dhatu -black sesame seeds= asthi dhatu enhancer -soaked almonds(5-6)= omega 3+ protein -fresh amla(or juice)= rasayana, anti-pitta -moong dal khichdi= easily digestible -curry leaves(raw/chutney)= rich in iron and vitamin c -dates, figs, raisins= rasa dhatu replenishment

AVOID -spicy, fermented, fried , junk food -late night meals -overconsumption of tea, coffe, carbonated drinks -alcohol, smoking

LIFESTYLE + DAILY ROUTINES

MORNING ROUTINE -Wake before 6 AM= aligns with brahma muhurtha if possible

-GANDUSHA(oil pulling) with sesame oil= removes ama from head and neck

-NASYA= instill 2 drops of ANU TAILA in each nostril every morning- clears srotas, enhances hair nourishment

-SHIROABHYANGA(Hair oiling)- calms vata, strengthens follicles

-LIGHT YOGA- enhances circulation to scalp

HAIR WASH -use herbal decoctions- shikakai, Geetha, amla, powder boiled and filtered -avoid chemical shampoo, hot water -wash 2-3 times/week max

YOGA ASANA -Adho much svanasana(downward dog)= increases scalp blood flow -Sarvangasana= stimulates thyroid, nourishes head region -Shirshasana= direct blood flow to scalp -Ustrasana, Matsyasana= opens up chest and throat, affects hormonal balance

PRANAYAM -Bhramari= calms mind, improves oxygen to hair roots -Anulom vilom= balances vata- pitta -Sheetali/sheetkari= pitta shamak

MEDITATION -daily 15 mins of Trataka(candle gazing)+ Dhyana can help hormonal and mental factors

SPECIAL HIAR DECOCTION BOIL- 1 tsp bhringaraj, 1 tsp brahmi, 1/2 tsp yashtimadhu, 3 cups water-> reduce to 1 cup->drink daily AM or PM

-Hair regrowth is gradual but certain with Rasaya+ Shamana+ stress correction -Allow 2-3 months minimum for visible results -Follow Ritucharya- bata-pacifying in winter, pitta-calming in summer -treat the mind and lifestyle as deeply as the body

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Hello Shyam.

Well if it is genetic you can just delay or slow down the hairfall. You cannot change your genes by any means. Follow these simple steps and some meds which will give you nice result.

✔️ Do’s ✔️ Healthy home cooked food Early sleeping Reducing stress Good intake of calcium rich food like ragi millet, eggs, milk, black eye bean (chauli), rajgira.

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan 🧘‍♀️ Saravngasan Pashimotanasan Shirshasan

🧘‍♀️Pranayam🧘‍♀️ Anulom Vilom Bhramari Antar tratak (concentrate at the mid of the eye brow with closed eyes)

❌ Don’ts ❌ CURD PICKLE PAPAD Late night staying awake Stress Tea and coffee Addictions

💊 Medication 💊

Tab. Asthiposhak Vati 2 tabs in the morning with a cup of COW MILK.

Panchendriya Vardhan Tailam 4 drops in both nostrils early in the morning empty stomach. If possible take steam before the nasya procedure.

G3 hair oil & G3 hair shampoo (Abhinav pharma) Apply the oil twice or thrice a week a night before you wash your hair. Avoid washing your hair daily.

If you can prepare, 3 cups of coconut oil + 10-12 hibiscus flowers + 20-30 seeds of fenugreek + 1 onion (grated). Boil this mixture for 25-30 mins n use it thrice a week. If it is not possible to prepare the oil use G3.

If you experience sever hairfall you can take: Tab.Lakshadi Guggul 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Praval Panchamrit Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food.

A shiro basti and shirodhara panchakarma procedure will be more benificial

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Don’t worry shyama, First of all avoid excessive spicy,sour,salty food and guru ahar(heavy to digest)etc… And start taking1.Amalki choorna 1tsf twice in a day with Lukewarm water. 2.Narsimha rasayana 1 tsf with a gall of lukewarm milk at bed time. 3.Bhringraj tab.2-0-2 Massage your scalp with castor oil… follow up after 45 days…

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Visit nearby panchkarma centre for procedures like SHIRODHARA,SHIROPICHU,SHIROBASTI etc.

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Aamalki rasayana 1/2 tsf with leukworm water Bhringraj aamlki oil apply on scalp Avoid spicy and junk food Practice bhramari pranayama regularly

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Take amla juice 10ml twice daily after food with water and Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water and Massage lightly with amla oil scalp twice weekly keep overnight and wash in the morning with mild herbal shampoo. Do pranayam daily 5-10mins twice.

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At age 26, early hair thinning at the front is common but can be controlled with proper care. Here’s how:

What to Do: Use mild, sulfate-free shampoo 2–3 times/week (e.g., Sebamed, Forest Essentials, or any Ayurvedic shampoo with Bhringraj, Amla, or Shikakai).

Argan oil is good for hair texture and shine but not for regrowth. For hair fall, use:

Bhringraj oil

Neelibhringadi taila

Kumkumadi taila (optional for scalp massage)

Avoid hot water, harsh shampoos, gels, and frequent styling.

Massage scalp twice a week to improve blood flow.

Eat well: Include amla, almonds, soaked walnuts, sesame seeds, and leafy greens.

Internal Support: Take Triphala or Amla capsules for detox and hair nourishment.

Ashwagandha helps if stress-related.

For lasting results, consult for a root-cause based Ayurvedic plan. Early care helps prevent further loss.

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Miracle ingredients to regain hairs and stop hair fall:-

AMLAKI RASAYAN powder 100gm Black sesame seeds powder 30gm SAPTAMRITH LAUH 20gm MUKTA sukti BHSMA 10gm=Mix all and take 1/1 tsp morning and evening twice daily with water

Nutrela vit D2K Nutrela zinc +vitc=1-1 tab after meal twice daily

Divya kesh kanti expert hair oil massage on scalp at night

BHARMRI PRANAYAMA DAILY 15 min

AVOID spicy/oily/junk food

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Hair loss at the front of the head can sometimes be related to genetic causes, lifestyle, or even dosha imbalances, as per Ayurvedic principles. In Ayurveda, hair health is predominantly associated with Pitta dosha, so it’s important to manage an excess of this dosha. Firstly, you might want to watch out on excess heat-producing foods like spicy foods, caffeine, and excessive exposure to sunlight which are all known to aggravate Pitta.

Ditching harsh shampoos that may cause further irritation to your scalp can help; mild, herbal shampoos are recommended. Look for Ayurvedic shampoos that contain natural ingredients like neem, amla, shikakai, reetha, and brahmi. These ingredients help to maintain the scalp’s natural balance and nourish the roots.

Argan oil is a safe option, it is deeply hydrating and rich in nutrients, but in Ayurveda, oils like coconut, almond, or bhringraj oil are traditionally favored. Bhringraj oil, for instance, is well-regarded for supporting hair growth and reducing hair fall. Massage it gently into your scalp once or twice a week to improve blood circulation and help with nourishment.

Another key is focusing on a diet that balances all three doshas - include amla for its rich vitamin C content, nuts and seeds for essential fatty acids, and leafy greens to supply iron and other vital minerals.

In addressing your specific hair concern, incorporate regular head massages to improve circulation to your scalp. Avoid hot water for rinsing hair, as it may weaken the hair follicles. Stick with lukewarm or room temperature filtered water as you’re doing.

Lastly, consider stress management techniques like yoga and meditation as stress is a silent contributor to hair loss. If hair loss continues or worsens, consulting a healthcare provider for a comprehensive assessment would be prudent. It ensures no underlying condition is present that needs medical attention.

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