HELLO BABITA,
You are 51, at the beginning of menopause, and you recently moved from humid Mumbai to dry Ahmedabad.
Your hair is falling more than usual, and new hair growth has stopped.
WHY THIS IS HAPPENING:
1) MENOPAUSE AND HORMONES -during your fertile years, estrogen protects and nourishes hair follicles -After menopause, estrangen drops sharply-> hair follicles shrink-> hair becomes thinner, weaker, and may stop growing
2) CLIMATE CHANGE -MUMBAI= humid, sea air-> scalp naturally stays more moist -AHMEDABAD= dry, hot-> scalp loses moisture quickly, vata dosha rises-> hair roots dry up
3) DOSHA IMBALANCE -VATA INCREASES= dryness, breakage, premature graying -PITTA INCREASES= heat in scalp, burning sensation, inflammation of follicles-> hair loss from roots -KAPHA DECREASE= lack of nourishment and lubrication to hair
4) NUTRITIONAL DEPLETION -hair is nourished by Rasa dhatu (first body tissue after digestion0 and linked to Asthi dhatu (bone tissue) -If your digestion is weak or diet is not optimal, these tissues don’t get enough nutrition-> hair starves.
5) STRESS -emotional stress at this age (body changes, life changes) increases cortisol, which further accelerates hairfall
TREATMENT GOALS Ayurveda dosen’t just “stop hairfall”- it aims for root -level healing.
1) Balance aggravated doshas= especially vata and pitta 2) Nourish dhatus= strengthen rasa(nutrients) and asthi (bones) 3) Rejuvinate follicles= encourage dormant hair follicles to restart growth 4) Improve scalp circulation= reliever nutrition to roots 5) Calm mind and hormones= balance stress and hormonal changes 6) Improve digestion and absorption= so nutrients actually reach hair
INTERNAL TREATMENT
1) BRAINGARAJ CHURNA= 1/2 tsp daily with warm water after meals for 6 months =main herb for hair regrowth, strengthens follicles
2)AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp daily twice after meals for 6 months =rich in vitamin c cools pints, builds collagen
3) SHATAVARI CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime for 6 months =balances female hormones, nourishes rasa dhatu
4) ASHWAGANDHA TABLETS= 1 tab twice daily in morning and night for 3-6 months =reduces stress, builds strength
5) NARASIMHA RASAYANA= 1 tsp morning and night for 3months =general rejuvenator for hair and skin
6) KESHYA RASAYANA= 1 tsp in morning for 3 months =promotes thick, strong hair
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
-Avoid excessive hair drying, straightening, or coloring
-cover hair from harsh sun and dust
-reduce stress via relaxation practices
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
HOME REMEDIES
-onion juice on scalp twice weekly- stimulates follicles -Aloe Vera gel massage- soothes and moisturizes -Currry leaf paste= strengthen roots
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 fall after menopause is common, but not irreversible -Ayurveda works from inside out- improving nutrition, balancing hormones, calming the mind, and directly nourishing the scalp -with regular treatment, fall can reduce within 6-8 weeks, and visible regrowth may appear in 4-6 months -Be patient- hair has its own growth cycle, and what you start now will show results months later -consistency is more important than trying many new products. -Menopause is not the end of beauty or vitality- with proper care, your hair and health can stay vibrant.
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
HELLO BABITA,
It sounds like the last six months have been particularly hard on you — not only adjusting to a new place but also experiencing continuous hair fall and no visible regrowth. Add to that the changes of menopause, and it’s understandable why you’re feeling distressed.
From an Ayurvedic perspective, menopause is a natural transition where Vata increases and Pitta can become aggravated, leading to dryness, heat, and hormonal shifts. Hair fall at this stage is often linked to Vata-Pitta aggravation with Dhatu Kshaya (weakening of tissues), especially Asthi Dhatu and Rakta Dhatu, which nourish hair. Environmental change — such as shifting from Mumbai’s humid sea air to Ahmedabad’s dry climate — can further dehydrate scalp tissues and accelerate fall.
The focus in Ayurveda would be to nourish the hair roots, balance Vata and Pitta, improve circulation, and support the hormonal transition, rather than only treating from the outside.
Treatment Plan
1. Internal Nourishment & Hormonal Balance (First 4 - 6weeks)
Bhringraj Churna – ½ tsp twice daily with lukewarm water or milk.
Ashwagandha Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with lukewarm milk (supports stress balance and tissue strength).
Mahamanjishthadi Kwath – 15 ml with equal warm water after meals, twice daily (improves blood quality and scalp circulation).
2.External Hair Support
Bhringraj Taila – Warm slightly and massage into scalp 3 times a week, leave for at least 1 hour before washing.
Shikakai & Amla Powder Wash – Use instead of chemical shampoo twice a week to prevent dryness.
Avoid daily shampooing; wash hair only 2–3 times a week.
3 Diet & Lifestyle
Diet
Include: Black sesame seeds (1 tsp daily), soaked almonds, ghee, leafy greens, carrots, beetroot, amla.
Avoid: Excess spicy food, very oily deep-fried snacks, excessive tea/coffee.
Drink 2–2.5 litres warm or room temperature water daily.
Lifestyle
*Avoid combing wet hair or tying it tightly. *Practice Shitali and Sheetkari pranayama to cool excess Pitta. *20 min gentle evening walk to improve circulation. *Aim for regular sleep by 10:30 pm to support hormonal stability.
4.Investigations
*Serum ferritin (to check iron stores). *Vitamin D3 and B12 levels. *Thyroid profile (TSH, T3, T4).
If followed patiently, this plan aims to rebuild the body’s nourishing capacity for hair, balance menopause-related changes, and create a scalp environment for regrowth. Over time, you should see reduced hair fall, softer texture, and gradual return of new growth.
With warm regards, Dr.Sumi.S
At menopause you can Internal Rasayana (Hair Rejuvenators),these work at root level — not just on scalp.
Narasimha Rasayanam — 1 tsp with warm milk or water daily after breakfast (nourishes hair roots).
Bhringraj Churna — 1 tsp at night with warm water or milk.
Amla (powder or capsule) — 1 tsp/day or 1–2 capsules twice daily.
Ashwagandha — 500 mg at bedtime for stress balance and hormone support.
External Scalp Nourishment
Bhringraj Taila or Neelibhringadi Taila — Warm slightly, massage gently at night, wash next morning.
For Ahmedabad’s hard water — rinse hair with filtered water + 1 tsp apple cider vinegar once a week to remove mineral deposits.
Avoid chemical dyes, heat styling, and strong shampoos — use mild herbal cleansers like Shikakai + Reetha powder or a soft sulphate-free shampoo.
3. Diet for Menopausal Hair
Daily handful of soaked black sesame seeds (rich in calcium & healthy fats).
Methi (fenugreek) seeds — soak overnight, chew in morning or grind into paste for scalp pack weekly.
Include ghee (1–2 tsp/day) — nourishes Vata and supports hormonal balance.
Avoid excess spicy, sour, and very hot foods — they aggravate Pitta and worsen follicle stress.
Hello Babita ji,
Hello, First of all avoid excessive spicy, sour and salty ,oily,fried food etc.
And start taking these medications, 1.Amalki choorna 1tsf with lukewarm water twice in a day. 2.Narsimha rasayana 1tsf with lukewarm milk at bed time. 3.Trichup cap.1-0-1 4.Neem tab.2-0-2
**Massage your scalp with castor oil 4 times in a week. **Massage your scalp with Nilibhringrajadi oil thrice in a week.
Namaste Babita ji, I truly understand how distressing continuous hair fall can feel, especially during menopause when hormonal changes add to the problem.but dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
✅INTERNAL MEDICATION
1 Bhringrajasava 15 ml-0-15ml with 45 ml water after food ( promotes hair growth) 2 thickshoot A 1-0-1 after food ( hair supplements) 3 Amalaki Rasayana – 1 tsp daily in the morning These strengthen hair roots, balance hormones, and improve blood nourishment. 4 jeevamrutham 1 tsp at bed time follwed by warm water
✅Local Application
👉Bhringraj Taila or Neelibhringadi Taila – warm slightly and massage scalp gently 3 times a week. Leave overnight. 👉Use a mild herbal shampoo like Shikakai powder or Triphala decoction once or twice a week avoid daily shampooing.
✅DIET MODIFICATION
✔️INCLUDE- black sesame seeds, almonds (soaked) ghee, and green leafy vegetables in diet. Drumstick
❌AVOID Avoid excessive tea, coffee, spicy, fried, and very dry foods.
✅Practice Shiro Abhyanga (head massage) ✅Nasya (2 drops of warm Anu Taila in each nostril in the morning) to nourish scalp
Ahmedabad dry climate can worsen Vata keep hair covered outdoors,and drink warm water through the day.
HOPE YOU FOUND THIS HELPFUL 😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
It’s very common in ladies about hairfall during post menaupause phase Start with Amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water, This will rejuvenate your hair at root level internally. Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Cap. Evanova 1-0-1 specially for menaupause and post menaupause phase, will help balance. Lightly massage your scalp twice weekly with Brahmi amla oil keep overnight and wash with anti hairfall shampoo ( of Himalayas). Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Include seasonal fruits and seasonal vegetables in your diet. Whole grain, millets will be advantageous.
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
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.
Hair loss during menopause is a common concern and can be distressing. In Ayurveda, hair health is closely tied to the balance of doshas, particularly Vata and Pitta. The hormonal changes you’re experiencing during menopause can exacerbate imbalances, leading to hair fall. Your recent relocation could have also introduced environmental stressors affecting your doshas.
1. Dietary Changes: Focus on a Vata and Pitta pacifying diet. Include warm, cooked foods with healthy fats like ghee and sesame oil, which help nourish the scalp and hair roots. Increase intake of protein-rich foods such as lentils, beans, nuts, and seeds, as protein is vital for hair growth. Avoid spicy, oily, and processed foods that can increase Pitta.
2. Herbal Supplements: Consider taking Bhringraj (Eclipta prostrata), widely known in Ayurveda for supporting hair health. A daily dose of 1-3 grams of Bhringraj churna mixed with honey can be beneficial. Yashtimadhu (licorice root) also helps balance hormones, support scalp health. Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before starting any new supplement.
3. Scalp Massage: Daily scalp massage with warm oil such as coconut oil or sesame oil can improve blood circulation to the hair follicles. Add a few drops of rosemary essential oil to enhance the effect; it’s known for stimulating hair growth.
4. Stress Management: Stress can aggravate hair loss, especially during menopause. Practice yoga and meditation regularly to help balance your triglycerides and support mental calmness. Pranayama techniques, like Anulom Vilom, can help soothe the nervous system.
5. Hair Washing Routine: Avoid hot water when washing hair, it can further dry out and damage the strands. Use a mild, herbal shampoo, maybe with ingredients such as amla (Indian gooseberry) and shikakai, known for maintaining hair strength and shine.
6. Environmental Factors: Since you’ve moved from Mumbai to Ahmedabad, take note that changes in water hardness might impact hair. Using a water softener, or rinsing hair with filtered water, could reduce mineral deposit build-up on your scalp.
It’s vital to address this holistically, so connect with a local Ayurvedic practitioner in Ahmedabad for personalized treatment. While these strategies can significantly support hair health, if the condition persists or worsens, consider consulting a healthcare professional.
Hair fall and inhibited growth during menopause can be distressing, but we can approach this through Ayurveda. Considering your recent move from Mumbai to Ahmedabad, changes in water and climate can exacerbate hair issues, especially during menopause. In Siddha-Ayurveda, these symptoms suggest an imbalance in Vata and Pitta doshas during the menopausal transition.
To address this, first focus on your diet. Incorporate cooling and hydrating foods like fresh fruits, such as pomegranates and cucumbers, and healthy fats, like ghee and sesame oil, to pacify Vata and Pitta. Avoid excessively spicy, sour, and salty foods that increase Pitta. A daily cup of warm milk with a pinch of turmeric and a teaspoon of almond oil can nourish the hair and balance doshas.
External applications also help. Create a hair mask using amla powder mixed with water to create a paste; apply it once a week. This strengthens hair roots and can stimulate growth. Regularly massage your scalp with Brahmi or Bhringraj oil—both have roots in balancing the doshas and rejuvenating hair growth. The massage also increases blood circulation to the scalp.
For the internal balance, Triphala and Ashwagandha can be useful. Triphala supports digestion and detoxification, while Ashwagandha is known for reducing stress, a contributing factor to hair loss. Taking these in powder or capsule form, based on an Ayurvedic doctor’s advice, can be beneficial.
Maintaining a calm state of mind is crucial. Regularly practice pranayama, especially Anulom Vilom, to reduce stress and restore inner balance. This contributes to overall well-being.
If the hair fall is significant and continues despite these steps, it may be necessary to consult a trained Ayurvedic practitioner for a more personalized approach or check for underlying medical conditions that need attention.
