My face is too much oily. Also my hair is thinning much. - #26603

Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Avoid daily oiling of hair. Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab.Protekt 2-0-2

Hi Vaishnavi Thank you are sharing your concern.You’re facing two related issues oily skin with open pores + hair thinning with premature greying. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅ AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN

✅Internal Medicines

1 Gandhak Rasayan 1 -0-1 After food (Clears skin, purifies blood) 2. Manjisthadi ks tab 2-0-2 after food ( blood purifier) 3 Takrarishta 15 ml with 60 ml water after lunch Corrects digestion, clears toxins 4 mahatiktakam ghrita 1 tsp at bed time followed by warm water

✅External Care (Face & Hair)

☑️ For Face 👉Cleanser Multani mitti + rose water Use daily in morning 👉Face scrub Masoor dal powder + honey 3times week to reduce whiteheads 👉Toner Steam distilled rose water or vetiver water Apply after washing 👉Spot application Neem churna paste On whiteheads at night

❌Avoid chemical face washes, they strip natural balance and worsen oiliness.

For Hair 2 times a week

👉Hair oil Neelibhringadi Taila ( Strengthens root, delays greying) 👉Hair wash Shikakai + Amla + Reetha powder Natural cleanser, stops hair fall 👉After wash Rinse hair with rice water + curry leaf decoction Shine + strengthens follicles

✅DIET MODIFICATION

✅ Include: Warm, light meals: khichdi, moong dal, lauki, bitter gourd Amla juice or fruit daily 1 tsp cow ghee in lunch Buttermilk with jeera after meals

❌ Avoid:

Spicy, oily, fermented foods Curd, cheese, paneer at night Cold water, fridge foods Sugar, chocolates, chips

✅Lifestyle Tips

👉Wash face 3 times daily with plain water or herbal mix 👉Tie hair loosely, avoid hard brushing when wet 👉Sleep before 11 pm; poor sleep increases oil & hair fall 👉Avoid stress — journaling, light yoga helps a lot

✅ Homemade Natural Herbal Face Pack (3 times a week)

Multani mitti – 1 tsp
Masoor dal powder – 1 tsp
Neem powder – ½ tsp
Rose water – to make paste
Apply 15–20 mins → rinse with lukewarm water.

Wish you a Good, healthy clear Skin and long hair😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

Don’t worry, You’ll definitely get relief 😌 First of all avoid excessive spicy, sour and salty food,oily,sesame seeds etc. And start taking1.Mahamanjishtadi kwath 20ml +20ml lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day. 2.khadirarishta 20ml +20ml lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 3.Kaishore guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing 4.Gandhak rasayana 1-1-1 5.Haridrakhand 1tsf with 10ml of Panchtikta ghrita once in a day. **Apply paste of Neem bark over your face. Follow up after 2 months. **APPLY PASTE OF RAKTACHANDANA POWDER +MANJISHTHA POWDER +MULETHI POWDER OVER HER FACE AND THEN WASH IT OFF WITH COLD WATER.

Follow up after 1 month. TAKE CARE 😊

Along with Neem bark,you can add multani milti too.

FOR HAIRS:-

AMLAKI RASAYAN=100GM SAPTAMRITH LAUH 20GM MUKTA SHUKTI BHSMA 10GM BHRINGRAJ POWDER 50GM JATAMANSHI POWDER 50GM=MIX ALL AND TAKE 1-1 TSP BEFORE MEAL TWICE DAILY

NUTRELA D2K=1-1 TAB CHEW AFTER MEAL TWICE DAILY…

FOR OILY FACE= DIVYA KANTI LEPA=MIX WITH ROSE WATER AND APPLY ON FACE AT NIGHT TIME…

AVOID JUNK/OILY FOOD

CONSUME=3 LITRES WATER PER DAY

YOGA AND PRANAYAM=BHRAMRI/KAPALBHATI PRANAYAMA…

Hi vaishnavi this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…

You should not try anything blindly to your face as skin in face is too sensitive then body skin…

Use any one face wash which sutes your skin and don’t change again and again… Don’t touch your face repeatedly… Wash face face soon after getting up and before going to bed…

Avoid all spicy and fried items and outside /non veg completely… Rx-Manjistadi kashaya 10ml twice after food. T Arogyavardini vati 2-0-2after food Dermaflex soap for face wash Thank you

​Based on the principles of Ayurveda, your symptoms of an oily face, open pores, whiteheads, hair thinning, and premature greying suggest an imbalance in your doshas, particularly an increase in Pitta and possibly Kapha.

​Here’s a breakdown of the Ayurvedic perspective on your concerns:

​Understanding the Doshas

​Pitta: Associated with fire and water, Pitta governs metabolism and transformation. An excess of Pitta can manifest as heat, inflammation, and excess oil in the body. Premature greying is a classic sign of aggravated Pitta.

​Kapha: Associated with water and earth, Kapha governs structure and lubrication. An excess of Kapha can lead to a buildup of toxins (ama), and can be linked to oily skin and congestion, such as whiteheads.
​Vata: Associated with air and ether, Vata governs movement. An imbalance in Vata can contribute to hair thinning and dryness. While your primary symptoms point to Pitta and Kapha, Vata may also be a factor in the hair thinning.

​ ​Your symptoms suggest a combination of excess heat (Pitta) and a buildup of oil and toxins (Kapha) that is affecting your skin and hair. The goal of an Ayurvedic approach is to pacify these doshas and restore balance.

​For Oily Skin, Pores, and Whiteheads (Pitta & Kapha Balance):

​Diet: Focus on a diet that is cooling and detoxifying to pacify Pitta and reduce Kapha.

​Reduce: Oily, fried, spicy, and sour foods. Avoid excessive salt and fermented foods. ​Increase: Bitter, astringent, and sweet-tasting foods (naturally sweet, not refined sugar). Include cooling foods like cucumbers, melons, green leafy vegetables, and coconut water. ​Spices: Use cooling spices like coriander, fennel, and cumin. Turmeric is also excellent for its purifying properties.
​Herbal Remedies (Internal):

​Triphala: This is a classic Ayurvedic blend of three fruits that helps to cleanse the digestive system and remove toxins (ama). Taking it regularly can improve overall skin and hair health.

​Neem: Known for its blood-purifying and antibacterial properties, neem can be very effective for managing skin conditions and reducing whiteheads.

​Manjistha: This herb is a powerful blood purifier that helps to cleanse the system and improve skin complexion.

​External Care:

​Cleansing: Use a gentle, natural cleanser with herbs like neem or sandalwood.
​Face Packs: Apply a face pack made of Multani Mitti (Fuller’s Earth) mixed with rose water. This helps absorb excess oil and tighten pores. A paste of sandalwood powder and a pinch of turmeric can also be very beneficial.

​Oil Massage: While you have oily skin, an occasional facial massage with a light, non-comedogenic oil like a few drops of Jojoba oil or Grapeseed oil can help regulate sebum production.

​For Hair Thinning and Premature Greying (Pitta & Vata Balance): ​Diet: Continue with the Pitta-pacifying diet. Ensure you are getting enough iron and other essential nutrients through whole foods. ​Hair Oil Massage: This is crucial in Ayurveda for hair health. ​Brahmi or Bhringraj Oil: Regularly massage your scalp with warm Brahmi or Bhringraj oil. These herbs are renowned for their ability to cool the scalp, nourish hair follicles, and prevent premature greying and hair fall.
​Timing: Massage the oil into your scalp and leave it on for at least an hour (or overnight) before washing it off with a mild, herbal shampoo.

​Herbal Remedies (External): ​**Amla (Indian Gooseberry): Amla is rich in Vitamin C and is a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent premature greying. You can use amla powder as a hair pack or take amla juice internally.
​Shikakai and Reetha: Use a natural hair wash made from Shikakai and Reetha powder instead of chemical-laden shampoos, which can strip the hair of its natural oils and worsen thinning. ​Lifestyle: ​Manage Stress: Stress is a significant factor in aggravated Pitta and Vata. Incorporate practices like yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises (pranayama) into your daily routine.
​Cool the Head: Avoid excessive sun exposure and use a scarf or hat to protect your head. ​Proper Sleep: Ensure you get 7-8 hours of quality sleep each night. ​

HELLO VAISHNAVI,

Ayurveda sees your skin and hair problems as two branches growing from the same root- an imbalance in your doshas, mainly -KAPHA= causes extra oil on the face, clogged pores,whiteeheads -PITTA= overheats your scalp and skin, damages hair roots-> hairfall and early greying -VATA= when disturbed, weakens hair nourishment pathways -> thinning

The real culprits -Your sebaceous glands (oil producing glands) are overactive. -Your hairfollicles are not getting enough proper nutrition from the blood -Your scalp heat is damaging the pigment cells that give hair its colour

TREATMENT GOALS We’re not just “drying” the face o “oiling” the hair- that’s temporary. The deeper goals are 1)Remove excess oil and heat from the body (Kapha-pitta sodhana) 2) Purify the blood so skin and hair cells get cleaner nutrition 3) Rejuvinate hair follicles 4) Balance digestion and hormones, because in Ayurveda, poor digestion causes skin and hair problems 5) Prevent further greying and strengthen natural hair pigment production

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. MANJISTHA CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals for 3 months =blood purifier, clears toxins causing skin oiliness.

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

5.BRAHMI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily for 3 months =calms stress, improves blood flow to scalp

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

TO DETOXIFY THE GUT, IMPROVE DIGESTION, REDUCE SKIN INFLAMAMTION -TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at night with warm water

EXTERNAL OIL APPLICATIONS

FOR OILY FACE AND WHITEHEADS

1) NEEM+ TULSI + MULTANI MITTI PACK= 1 tsp multani mitti + 1/2 tsp neem powder + rose water-> apply 15 min wash with lukewarm water twice daily

2) STEAM WITH NEEM LEAVES= boil water with neem leaves, steam face for 5 min once a week

3) DAILY CLEANSER= use herbal face wash with neem, tulsi, and lodhra ; avoid foaming chemical washes.

FOR HAIR THINNIG AND EARLY GREYING

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 -Coconut water=2-3times/week

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

-Avoid long exposure and pollution without protection

-Keep pillowcase and towels clean (change 2-3 times/week)

-Avoid touching face/scalp frequently

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

HOME REMEDIES

1) AMLA JUICE= 20 ml in morning for 3months

2) FENUGREEK WATER= soak 1 tsp methi seeds overnight, drink water I morning

3) ALOE VERA GEL= apply to scalp once a week for cooling effevt

4) RAW TOMATO RUB= gently rub tomato slice on oily area, leave 5 min, rinse.

Your skin and hair are like plants- oily skin means the “soil” is too damp, hair thinning means the “roots” aren’t strong. Instead of just “wiping the oil” or “oiling the hair”, we need to balance your inner environment so both grow healthy again.

Ayurveda works best when you’re consistent- give it at least 3-6 months for visible changes. And remember, your body is not your enemy- it’s just sending signals for help. we’re going to listen ,and then act.

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Your current concerns regarding oily skin and hair issues may be connected to an imbalance in your doshas, specifically an excess of Pitta and Kapha. According to Ayurveda, oily skin is often linked to excess Kapha, while hair thinning and premature greying may result from a Pitta imbalance.

To address the oily skin, it would be beneficial to balance your Kapha. Begin by incorporating activities that promote detoxification and balance. Use a cleanser made from natural ingredients like chickpea flour (besan) mixed with a pinch of turmeric for washing your face twice a day. Ensure to steam your face gently once a week to open pores and remove accumulated oil. Once or twice a week, apply a face mask of multani mitti (Fuller’s earth) to absorb excess oil and tighten pores, rinse with lukewarm water afterwards.

For your hair, addressing Pitta balance involves dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Consume cool, non-spicy foods and ensure that your diet is rich in fresh fruits and vegetables. Include green leafy vegetables like spinach, cucumber, and drinks like coconut water in your daily routine. Avoid warm, oily, and fermented foods which can exacerbate Pitta. Brahmi and Amla can be helpful; consider taking Amla juice or powder with a bit of honey in the morning to support healthy hair growth.

Massage your scalp regularly with coconut or sesame oil infused with cooling herbs like Brahmi or Bhringraj to nourish hair roots and reduce greying. Regularly practice stress-relieving activities like yoga or meditation, as stress can also influence hair health.

Furthermore, ensure proper hydration by drinking adequate quantities of water throughout the day. Limit the usage of chemical-based skincare and hair products as they may worsen the conditions. If symptoms persist, consulting a professional for tailored Ayurvedic therapy or Panchakarma treatments would be a good option. Regular follow-up on your regimen can also help monitor any progress or the need for modifications.

Excess oiliness on your face and issues like hair thinning and graying can be indicative of an imbalance in your doshas, particularly an excess in Pitta dosha. In the Siddha-Ayurvedic tradition, this imbalance can often manifest through skin and hair health. Here’s a targeted approach to address these concerns.

First, for your oily face, it’s important to harmonize excess sebum production. Washing your face with cool water splashes multiple times a day can help. Avoid harsh chemical cleansers; instead, consider cleansing with chickpea flour or a paste of sandalwood and turmeric, which helps reduce oiliness and soothes inflammation. Create a paste using a pinch of turmeric with sandalwood powder and a little water. Apply it to affected areas thrice a week, leaving it for 15 minutes before rinsing.

For your hair thinning and premature graying, introduce a diet and routine that pacifies Pitta. Incorporate cooling foods like cucumber, coriander, and amla (Indian gooseberry) into your daily diet, as they help balance Pitta internally. Drinking Amla juice daily can help promote hair health. Also, consider applying Bhringraj oil or Brahmi oil on your scalp, massaging for a few minutes before washing it out, 2-3 times a week. These oils are traditionally known to strengthen hair roots and promote natural hair color.

Lastly, ensure that you’re getting adequate rest and managing stress, as Pitta imbalance can exacerbate under stress. Practices like yoga and meditation can stabilize intense emotions. Additionally, maintain regular meals and avoid spicy, fried foods and excessive caffeine which can increase Pitta. If the issues persist or worsen, or if you experience any additional symptoms, it’s advisable to consult with an Ayurvedic practioner or dermatologist for further guidance.

Black Sesame Seed Powder - 100 grams Bhringraj Churna - 100 grams Aamalki Rasayan - 200 grams Mukta Shukti - 10 grams Saptamrita Loha - 20 grams Dhatri Loha - 10 grams Mix all the medicines and make 60 doses.Take in the morning and evening, half-an-hour before meals with water, honey or milk. Bringaraja taila- scalp massage to be done weekly twice