Considering the symptoms you’ve mentioned, it seems you might be facing an imbalance of Kapha dosha. In Ayurveda, hairfall, acne, weight gain and crave for sweets often point to issues with Kapha dosha, which can lead to stagnation and heaviness in the body.
Firstly, let’s talk about diet. Reducing intake of sugar, caffeine, and fatty foods can be quite helpful. They tend to increase Kapha, exacerbating the symptoms. Focus on foods that are light, warm and spicy to balance the excess Kapha. You might want to include plenty of fresh vegetables, fruits like apples and pears, and spices like ginger, black pepper, and turmeric in your meals.
For your hairfall, consider using Ayurvedic oils such as Bhringraj or Amla oil. These can nourish the scalp and help alleviate hairfall. Apply warm oil to your scalp and gently massage it, letting it stay for at least 30 minutes before washing. Use a natural shampoo like shikakai or reetha that is gentle.
For skin, washing your face twice a day with a natural cleanser and exfoliating regularly may clear up the pimples and bumps. You can make a paste of turmeric and sandalwood with water and apply it as a face mask twice a week.
In terms of lifestyle, daily exercise is crucial to help you lose weight and reduce Kapha buildup. Try brisk walking, yoga, or jogging for at least 30 minutes a day, which can stimulate metabolism and balance the doshas.
Herbs like Guggul and Triphala might assist in detoxifying the body and maintaining weight, though please consult with a certified practitioner before taking any herbal supplements. And remember, consistency is key in Ayurveda—change doesn’t occur overnight, but over a period of time with regular practice, you should see improvement.
Have you got any blood tests done…if yes pls share the eleveted readings… This can be hormonal distance at this age… thyroid disterbance, low calcium, Hb etc Till then try- Hair Fall Remedies (Proven + Simple)
Scalp Massage:
Mix: Bhringraj oil + onion juice + 3 drops rosemary oil
Apply 3x/week. Leave for 1 hr and wash.
Hair Mask (Once a week):
2 tbsp amla powder + 1 tbsp hibiscus powder + curd
Apply on scalp + leave for 30 mins, then wash
5. 🧴 Skin (Bumps, Pimples Under Eye)
Cleanse with mild face wash (neem or tea tree)
Dab raw aloe vera gel under eyes at night
Avoid using heavy creams/oils around eyes (can clog)
Scrub gently with besan + turmeric + raw milk once a week
HELLO CHINMAYI,
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- 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
