How to grow hair and stop hairfall - #26523
For the past one month, I have been experiencing excessive hair fall. The ends of my hair break easily, and there is almost no noticeable hair growth. I’ve tried using herbal oils, but they didn’t help. I must admit that my sleep, diet, and water intake are not consistent or ideal. Could you please help me understand the possible reasons and suggest the right treatment?
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Thank you for sharing your concerns clearly. At 24, facing heavy hair fall along with brittle ends and no regrowth — especially after trying herbal oils — is a sign that the problem is coming from within, not just the scalp. In Ayurveda, hair is a by-product of bone tissue (Asthi Dhatu) and its health is directly influenced by Agni (digestion), Vata-Pitta balance, and Rasadhatu (nutritive fluids). Irregular sleep, poor hydration, improper food timing, and recent cold-fever — all these weaken your dhatu formation and create internal heat (Pitta aggravation) and dryness (Vata imbalance), which together lead to excessive hair fall, poor root nourishment, and bad smell sensitivity (a sign of internal toxins or Ama). Let’s correct the root cause step-by-step.
Step 1: Ama Pachana (First 3–5 days) Hingwashtaka Churna – 1 tsp with warm water after lunch and dinner (improves digestion, clears toxins) Trikatu Churna – ¼ tsp with honey before breakfast and dinner Eat light, warm, freshly cooked food like rice + moong dal + ghee khichdi, soups, pomegranate, and warm water only. Step 2: Internal Medicines (From Day 4 onwards – Continue for 2–3 months) Narasimha Rasayanam – 1 tsp with warm milk in the morning (improves hair quality, bone strength) Drakshadi Kashayam – 15 ml + 15 ml warm water twice daily before meals (clears Pitta toxins and stress-related heat) Bhringraj Capsules – 1 capsule morning and night after food (hair root nourishment) External Support Bhringraj Taila or Neelibhringadi Taila – lukewarm, apply on scalp at night 2–3 times/week, leave overnight Gentle head massage with fingertips to increase circulation Use mild herbal shampoo like Shikakai, Hibiscus, or Aloe-based only Daily Supportive Routine Sleep by 10:30 PM, avoid screens before bed Drink warm water frequently, avoid cold drinks Have 1 tsp ghee daily in meals Include soaked black raisins (5–6), dates, and almonds (3 soaked, peeled) each morning Avoid spicy, oily, fermented, or packaged food Investigations Suggested CBC (for hidden infections or anemia) Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12 Thyroid Profile (TSH, T3, T4) Serum Ferritin (to rule out low iron stores) With your age and current condition, results can be seen within 4–6 weeks if the treatment and routine are followed sincerely. Your hair will heal once your body is calm, nourished, and toxin-free. Healing isn’t only external — it’s about building strength from the inside. Warm regards, Dr. Karthika
Hair loss and lack of growth can often be attributed to a combination of internal factors like imbalance in doshas—primarily Pitta and Vata—as well as lifestyle choices. Considering your inconsistencies with sleep, diet, and hydration, these are likely contributing to both stress on your body and hair issues.
Firstly, from an Ayurvedic perspective, focus on stabilizing your doshas. This involves consuming a diet that balances Vata and Pitta. Begin by integrating warm, nourishing foods like soups and stews, cooked with ghee to support tissue nourishment and reduce inflammation. Favor sweet, salty and sour tastes to pacify Vata, and cooling, sweet foods to balance Pitta.
Additionally, ensuring a routine is crucial for balancing your body’s rhythms. Aim to wake and sleep at consistent times, optimizing your rest to enhance your body’s repair processes. Adults should aim for about 7-9 hours of quality sleep. Drinking warm water, or herbal teas like chamomile or licorice, can also help improve Agni—and, in turn, Dhatvagni (tissue metabolism)—supporting hair growth.
Externally, regular scalp massages with bhringraj or amla oil can stimulate blood flow to follicles strengthening hair shafts. But apply sparingly and ensure oils are of high quality. Ayurvedic herbs like ashwagandha and brahmi can be taken to support stress levels, important in reducing hair fall induced by tension.
Remember, consistency is key. Monitor these changes over a few months to see noticeable improvements. If dryness persists, consider a Shirodhara therapy with a trained Ayurvedic therapist to deeply nourish and calm the nervous system while promoting hair health. If hair fall continues unmitigated, seeking further guidance from an Ayurvedic practitioner might be beneficial—ensuring customization to your unique Prakriti.
Excessive hair fall and brittle hair might be signaling some imbalances in your body that need addressing. In the Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, your symptoms could be linked to an imbalance in the vata dosha, which governs movement and health of nervous system and energy levels. Vata imbalance may cause dryness and brittle texture in hair, leading to breakage and hair fall. Additionally, inadequate nutritional intake and poor sleep can disturb the agni (digestive fire), impairing the nourishment of the dhatus (body tissues), including the hair.
Firstly, let’s work on pacifying vata dosha. Incorporate more warmth and routine in your daily regimen. Warm oil massages can be helpful; use sesame or bhringraj oil for massaging your scalp gently. Warm the oil slightly and apply it two to three times a week, letting it soak for at least 30 minutes before washing.
Diet is also crucial. Include more cooked, moist, and gently spiced foods like stews, soups, and broths. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like flaxseeds and walnuts, can nourish hair. More dry, processed, and cold foods should be minimized as they might aggravate vata. Incorporating herbal teas such as ashwagandha or brahmi may help stabilize vata when consumed moderately.
Hydration cannot be neglected. Increase your water intake, aiming for warm or room temperature water to assist digestion. Sleep should be regularized, aiming for 7-8 hours ideally. Creating a calming routine before bedtime can encourage better rest.
If there’s still no improvement or if hair fall worsens, a detailed assessment by an Ayurvedic practitioner is advisable, as they can provide tailored advice considering your complete prakriti and lifestyle. Balancing lifestyle aspects will give the herbs you’ve been using a better environment to work in, enhancing their efficacy.

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