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Hair fall and too much dandruff problem. - #26145
Puspendu Ghosh
Dandruff is stuck on the scalp. Too much dandruff. A lot of hair fall. Hair thinning & hair line visible. I used to have a lot of hair, but now it's falling out and my scalp is showing. Tell me medicine/remedy. Suggest me a good shampoo & hair oil with brand name. Thank you. Age 25 male. No physical problem.
Age: 25
Chronic illnesses: No
Hair fall dandruff
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
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1) castor oil for head massage
2) Wash hair in water boiled with amla (gooseberr) powder after cooling and filtering it.
3) Himalayas anti dandruff gel for application after drying the hair
If possible better go for shaving your head and give head massage. So the hair will grow thick like before
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Take amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water
Gandhak rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water
Apply Gunjadi oil on scalp twice weekly keep overnight and wash with mild herbal shampoo.
Rest of the days wash hair with clean water no soap/ shampoo.
Follow up after 1 month
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Avoid spicy, oily and processed food.
Regular exercise and meditation.
Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits.
Tab.Neem
2-0-2
Tab.Bhringraj
2-0-2
Dhaturpatradi oil for massage on scalp twice a week
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1. Oil hair ( if not doing)
2. Clean hair with 'triphala churna' decoction
3. Narasingha tablet (1-1 tb after meal )with warm water
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Don't worry,
And start taking1.Narsimha rasayana 1tsf with lukewarm milk at bed time.
2.Amalki choorna 1tsf with lukewarm water twice in a day.
**Massage your scalp with Castor oil thrice ina week.
**Massage your scalp with DHURDHURPATRAADI OIL (for dandruff)
Follow up after 15 days..
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HELLO PUSPENDU GHOSH,
DOSHA INVOLVEMENT
1)VATA- dryness, frizzz, breakage, dandruff
2)PITTA- heat in scalp, 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 may reflect deeper dhatu depletion
TYPES OF HAIRLOSS- BASED ON DOSHA'S
-KHALITYA(baldness)- pitta-vata= Hair 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
= 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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Hi ,avoid excessive oily foods
Use thriphala choornam+curd apply on head wash off before getting dry with mild shampoo
Durdurapatradi oil application on head daily
Tripahalguggilu 1-0-1 afterfood
Saribadyasava 30 ml twice daily after food
Siya capsule 1-1-1 afterfood
Thrisgrow one tablet once daily
Ficosan shampoo
Siya shampoo
Wash head with thriphala choornam boiled water
Proper scalp hygiene should be maintained
Change towels ,bed sheet and pillow cover periodiy
Avipathi choornam 2 tsp with hot water at night
Stay hydrated
Thankyou
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hello puspendu ghosh,
You're 25 and facing severe dandruff, hair fall, and visible scalp, which indicates that the problem is no longer superficial. When dandruff gets stuck and chronic, and hair begins thinning at the roots, Ayurveda sees this as a dual aggravation of Kapha (scalp congestion, oiliness, stuck flakes) and Vata (hair loss, thinning, dryness at roots).
This condition is referred to as “Darunaka” and “Khalitya” in Ayurveda. When left untreated, it affects both Rasa and Asthi dhatus, leading to premature hair thinning and even receding hairlines.
Let’s correct this from both internal and external sides.
Internal Medicines (6–8 weeks):
Gandhak Rasayan – 2 tablets twice a day after food (deep scalp cleansing & antifungal)
Triphala Guggulu – 2 tablets twice a day after meals (to cleanse skin toxins and gut)
Mahatikta Ghritam – 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (to improve skin and scalp health)
Bhringrajasava – 20 ml + 20 ml water after meals (to nourish hair roots)
Khadirarishta – 20 ml + 20 ml water after lunch (clears dandruff, scalp itching)
These are safe and effective classical combinations to address dandruff, follicle health, and hair nutrition.
2. External Care (Oil + Shampoo):
Hair Oil:
Use Bringamalakadi Taila or
Sesa Ayurvedic Hair Oil (Brand: Sesa)
Apply warm oil to scalp at night, 3 times/week. Gently massage and leave overnight or at least for 1 hour.
Shampoo:
Trichup Anti-Dandruff Shampoo (Brand: Vasu) – twice a week
or
Kesh King Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
or
Biotique Margosa Shampoo (for very sensitive scalp)
Scalp Mask (weekly):
Mix 1 tsp neem powder + amla powder + curd, apply to scalp, leave for 30 minutes, wash with lukewarm water.
Avoid curd, cheese, sugary items, fried food, cold drinks – they increase dandruff
Take warm water daily on waking with 1 tsp Triphala powder at night for gut cleaning
Add methi seeds, curry leaves, black sesame, and ghee in diet
Drink turmeric water or Triphala decoction every day
Sleep before 11 PM and avoid stress – both worsen hair loss
Investigations:
Vitamin D3
Vitamin B12
Serum Ferritin
TSH
CBC
Your condition is reversible if addressed early. With 6–8 weeks of regular internal cleansing and external hair root nourishment, you can stop the hair loss, remove dandruff, and restore hair volume and scalp strength.
If you have any doubts, you can contact me.
Take care,
Regards, Dr. Karthika
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Prevention
Oatstraw and horsetail tea are rich in silicon and trace minerals. Rosemary helps prevent premature baldness and stimulate head circulation. Sage is an astringent, and helps stimulate growth. Yarrow helps liver activity.It is said that you must faithfully do your selected hair treatment for three months before you will see results.
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya: Fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, nutritious food, adequate sleep
Apathya: Avoid salt, sugar, tobacco, and alcohol. Overconsumption of salt and sugar increases dandruff and hairloss. Avoid large amounts of vitamin A.
Avoid strong soaps, shampoo or hair sprays. Only use mild castile soaps. Hats and wigs are apt to cause hair to fall out faster, since they limit the air to the scalp.
Avoid tension, stress, worry and hurry.
1) Bhringamalakadi Taila - extly apply and massage for 10 min. - 2 time
2) Jeevamrita Leha or Chyavanaprasha Leha-1 tsf 2 times with milk after food
3) Shuddha Shilajatu-250mg + Saptamrita Loha - 500mg + bhringaraja Churna -3gm - after food with honey and ghee 2 times
For dandruff
Apply Scurfol lotion leave it for 30 min and take bath
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya
A little sunlight is good for your scalp and hair.
Keep calm and relaxed. It will help your hair.
A short fast is a good way to begin the program. Then begin eating only nutritious foods.
Anti-microbial shampoos are often recommended, but there is no evidence that this germkilling factor lessens the dandruff.
To help control appearance, cleanse with a shampoo, designed to help control dandruff. Wash the hair in vinegar, to remove all the loose scales.
Apathya
Shampoos containing selenium sulfide can cause eye damage and hairloss.
Plain water alone is also good.
Reduce intake of fats, grease, and all fried foods from the diet. Stop the use of alcohol. Check to see if you have food allergies (wheat, dairy products, citrus, or something else).
Avoid stress and poor elimination. Do not use strong, irritant shampoos or hair treatments.
Avoid chocolate, sugar, white flour, and seafood.
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