HELLO VAISHNAVI,
Hairfall Ayurvedic view
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(bald patches) 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
-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 =eye and 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- vata-pacifying in winter, pitta-calming in summer -treat the mind and lifestyle as deeply as the body
REMEMBER- NUTRITION IS VERY IMPORTANT SO FOCUS MORE ON NUTRITION
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and Shirsasan. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Mahabhringraj oil for massage on scalp twice a week. Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab.Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2
Hi Vaishnavi Did you checked your Vit.D , Calcium and Hb ? If not please do that
Internally please start 1.Drakshadi kwatham tab 2-0-2 before food 2.Trichup capsule 1-0-1 after food 3.Annabedi sindhooram caps 2-0-2 after food 4.Narasimha rasayana 1tsp at bedtime followed by warm milk 5.Malathyadi taila for head (1hour before headbath ,do gentle massage /weekly thrice)
*Do’s Have 3litre water /day Have more fruits and vegetables Have Sprouted grains Do Pranayama / meditation regularly
*Donts Too spicy oily sour salty foods Processed and junk items Late sleeping Too much of over thinking and worrying Harsh shampoos
Bringaraja taila- Scalp massage to be done weekly twice Apply onion juice to scalp alt days Spray soaked methi seed water to hair Drink plenty of fluids/sprouts/nutritious food Amlaki rasayana- 1 tsp with warm water once daily Check HB and thyroid profile
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…
Don’t worry vaishnavi
hi vaishnavi, What you’re facing is not just basic hair fall it’s deep-rooted damage to your hair follicle system. When hair falls from the root (not just breakage), it shows that your hair-producing cells (called Kesh Vaha Srotas) are weakened. In Ayurveda, this is mostly due to Pitta aggravation (overheating in the scalp), mixed with Vata imbalance (dryness, roughness, early greying, high porosity), and Rakta dhatu weakness (the blood tissue that supports hair). When this goes on for a long time especially 4 years your hair follicle cycle gets disturbed, so even new hair stops forming, or forms but immediately falls. High porosity means your cuticle (outer layer) is always open so your hair never retains moisture, and that’s why it stays frizzy, dry, and breaks easily.It’s not just about oiling or shampoo your system needs deep nourishment + detox so that your follicles can breathe, reset, and grow again.
1. Internal Ayurvedic Medicines (to take daily for 3–6 months)
1.Bhringarajasava – 15 ml with equal water, twice a day after food Nourishes hair roots, strengthens follicles, improves blood flow to scalp 2.Dhatri Loha – 1 tablet twice daily with warm water Rich in iron + amla, helps improve blood quality and reduce Pitta from scalp 3.Saptamrita Lauh – 1 tablet twice daily Supports scalp health and cools excess heat causing hair loss 4.Narasimha Rasayana – 1 tsp with milk at bedtime Deep rasayana (rejuvenative) to promote hair regrowth from inside 5.Chyawanprash – 1 tsp in the morning Overall immunity and hair-supportive tonic
2. External Haircare (for root activation + moisture retention)
1.Scalp oiling 3x/week Use a blend of: -Neelibhringadi taila OR Maha Bhringraj oil (base) Add 2-3 drops rosemary essential oil if possible Warm it slightly, massage gently for 5–10 mins, leave for 1–2 hrs or overnight 2.Hair Mask (weekly) – Methi powder + Brahmi powder + Amla powder + Aloe vera gel Mix to paste, apply on scalp & hair. Keeps frizz down and strengthens roots. 3.Mild hair wash (2–3x/week) Use reetha + shikakai + hibiscus powder mix, or a mild sulfate-free shampoo 4.After wash, use rice water spray or diluted aloe vera gel as a leave-in for frizz & porosity
-Avoid spicy, deep-fried, too much tea/coffee (they increase Pitta and hair fall) -Add soaked black raisins, dates, soaked almonds (6–8), and ghee in meals -Drink jeera + coriander seed boiled water daily for scalp heat reduction -Early sleep, reduced screen time, and regular head wash rhythm are essential -Avoid washing hair in hard water or under very hot showers
–Investigations: Iron, Ferritin Vitamin D, B12 Thyroid Profile Serum Zinc & Biotin (These help check if deficiency is aggravating the condition)
follow medication for 15 days and then report with all investigations, take care ! REGARDS _DR.KARTHIKA
Rx. Shirolepa - apply paste of Bhringraj powder+methidana +aamla+reetha Wash it after 15 mins
Shiroabgyanga- apply Bhringraj aamlki oil at scalp and gently massage
Aamlki Rasayan 1/2 tsf with leukworm water Praval pishti 1-0-1
Avoid spicy and oily foood
Take amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Bhringraj ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Massage lightly scalp twice weekly with amla oil keep overnight and wash in the morning with mild herbal shampoo. Avoid direct sun exposure on head, wear hat or use umbrella when going out Use leukwarm water to wash your hair
Hello Vaishnavi Thank you for expressing your concern clearly. I tcan underatand your concern about hairfall and also understand how distressing such chronic and excessive hair fall can be. But dpnt worry we are here to help you out. 😊
AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE From your symptoms Ayurveda identifies: 👉Pitta-Vata imbalance in the scalp 👉Rasa & Asthi Dhatu Kshaya ➡️ poor nourishment to hair follicles
👉CAUSE MAY BE Possibly due to: poor nutrition, stress, hormonal imbalance, use of chemicals or heat, irregular sleep
AYURVEDIC TREATMENT ✅INTERNAL MEDICATION 1 Narasimha Rasayanam 1 tsp with warm water morning ( Strengthens hair root + promotes regrowth) 2 Bhringrajasava 15 ml -0-15 ml with water after food ( Improves blood, scalp nutrition and also balnces pitta) 3 Brahmi capsule 1-0-1 Reduces stress-related hair fall 4 jeevamarutham 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water promotes hair growth
✅External Treatment
✅ Hair Oil (3 times a week ) Use Bhringamalakadi Taila or Neelibhringadi Taila Warm slightly Massage gently with fingertips (not nails) Apply half hour before bath wash with herbal shampoo
Weekly once Add 2 drops lavender oil + 1 drop rosemary oil to the oil for hair regrowth stimulation
✅ Hair Mask weekly once
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Aloe vera pulp 1 tsp Amla powder 1 tsp bhringaraj powder 1 tsp Methi powder (fenugreek) Mix with rose water Apply on scalp for 45 mins before hair wash Dont apply oil if applying hair mask Helps reduce frizz, improves follicle strength
✅DIET MOFIFICATION
✅ INCLUDE Soaked black raisins (5–7 daily) Amla juice or raw amla Cow ghee (½–1 tsp daily) Pumpkin, spinach, carrots Moong dal, barley, red rice Dates, dry coconut, sesame seeds Buttermilk (diluted + spiced) after lunch
❌ Avoid:
Curd at night Junk food, refined sugar Fried/oily food, carbonated drinks Very spicy or sour food Chemical hair products, straighteners, heating tools
Herbal Rinse for Hair fall ( herbal conditioner ) weekly once you can try Boil: 1 tsp Bhringraj 1 tsp Amla 1 tsp Neem in 1 litre water Cool and rinse after shampooing Controls frizz, reduces breakage
** THIS TREATMENT WILL HELP YOU TO ** ✅ Strengthen root from inside (not just cosmetic) ✅ Improve hair quality of new follicles ✅ Nourish and detox scalp ✅ Revive baby hair and stop breakage
Even if you’ve lost 60–70% of hair, it is not too late. Your hair roots just need deep nourishment, proper blood flow, and hormonal balance. With consistent treatment you will able to get your long, stronger hairs back 😊
Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Dnt panik vashnavi I will prescribe you my self made hair growing for formulation…do:-
AMLAKI RASAYAN powder=100gm Black sesame seeds powder 30gm SAPTAMRITH LAUH 20gm MUKTA sukti BHSMA 10gm Bhringraj powder 50gm=mix all take 1-1 tsp with water morning and evening twice daily
Nutrela d2k=1-1 tab chew twice daily any time
Oil=karang beez oil+ dhaturpatradi oil…mix and apply on scalp regularly
Do bhramri Pranayam 15 min daily
AVOID spicy packed food
Consume 3/4 litres water per day
You can cured with in one month definitely
Hello Vaishnavi ,
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
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 And focus on nutritious food
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY FOR 3-6 MONTHS
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
Your hair concerns involve multiple aspects like hair fall, frizz, and breakage, pointing towards an imbalance that can be addressed through Ayurveda. The key to managing hair health is understanding your body’s unique constitution, or Prakriti, and the current Dosha imbalance, which seems to be primarily affecting Vata and Pitta.
First, focus on your diet, as what you consume significantly influences hair health. Include foods rich in healthy fats like ghee, sesame oil, or olive oil to nourish the hair follicles. Leafy greens, nuts, seeds (like flaxseed and pumpkin seeds), and proteins such as lentils and chickpeas should be mainstays. Hydration is crucial, so aim for 8-10 glasses of water daily.
For external care, regular oiling with warm sesame or coconut oil infused with herbs like amla, bhringraj, or hibiscus may help. Massage gently in circular motions to boost circulation to the scalp, but avoid being harsh. Doing this 2-3 times a week can be beneficial.
Use a gentle, herbal shampoo and conditioner, preferably one with ingredients like neem or fenugreek. Avoid hot water while washing as it can strip natural oils, making hair more prone to breakage. Follow with a cool rinse to help tame frizz.
Address stress as it greatly affects hair health—practice Yoga, Pranayama, or meditation techniques like Anulom Vilom, for at least 15-20 minutes daily. Adequate sleep, around 7-8 hours, is non-negotiable as well.
Lastly, consider consulting a local Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized herbal supplements, as internal imbalances often require specific interventions. Things like Ashwagandha or Brahmi may be suggested for stress management, but should be taken under supervision. Be patient, as natural remedies often require time to show full benefits, focus on creating a consistent regimen.
