Hair is falling too much and it has become dry too. What should i consume for hair growth and healthy hair. Also my skin has become very dry. - #34438

Dear Ryaa Avoid oily, spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Massage with sesame oil full body before bath. Tab. Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab. Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2 Massage your scalp twice a week with mahabhringraj oil Follow up after 4weeks.

Hi Ryaa totally understood your situation Please do follow as I mentioned below

1 .Chyavanaprasha -1tsp after breakfast followed by milk 2.Bhringarajasavam 10ml+ Draksharishtam 10ml twice daily after food 3.Thriphaladi churnam 1tsp at bedtime with hot water

Externally 1.Malathyadi kerataila+ Kayyonnyadi kerataila - for Headmassage/weekly thrice , 1hour before headbath

PATHYA APATHYA [DO’S AND DON’TS] *Do’s 3-4litres of water /day More focus on fruits and vegetables Include Sprouted grains Walking - daily 30min to 1hour Practice yoga and meditation regularly Include Flax seeds , Pumpkin Seeds, Almonds, dry grapes,walnut and , dates in your diet

*Don’ts Tea /coffee Oily too salty sour sweet foods Junk foods Carbonated/soft drinks Maida and its products

Hello Ryaa,

The condition of hair and skin are indicators of our overall health.So, internal medicine and external treatment both are needed. Treatment - 1.Amalaki rasayan -5gm twice a day after lunch and dinner 2. Bhringraj tablet 2-0-2 after meals. 3. Badam Rogan oil - 2-2 drops in each nostril either in the morning empty stomach or at bedtime. 4.For hair growth - If scalp is dry-Castor oil mixed with coconut oil- Apply on the hair and massage gently.Use twice a week.

If scalp is oily- Use Neelibhringadi oil on scalp and gently massage - twice a week. 5. For dry skin - Apply pure coconut oil after bath and at night.It acts as natural moisturizer. You can also use aloe gel gel on skin.

Diet- Eat antioxidant and vitamin c,E rich diet . Eat amla, spinach,dates, soaked and peeled almonds. Avoid fast food, oily food.

Yoga- Anulomvilom,Adhomukhashavasan, Uttanasan

Lifestyle modifications -

Take atleast 7 hours of sound sleep. Stress management -Through meditation walking journaling gardening

Follow these and you will definitely get results. Regards, Dr. Anupriya

Hello Ryaa Thank you for sharing your concern. From your description, there are two issues:

1. Excessive hair fall & dryness of hair (despite using Bhringraj oil and Bhringrajasav). 2. Chronic dry skin since childhood, which has not improved even with moisturizers or ghee intake.

Since you already use Bhringraj oil & Bhringrajasav (good for Pitta-related hair issues), but dryness continues, the deeper cause is Vata–Rasa dhatu depletion.

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION (for hair & skin nourishment)

☑️NOURISHING RASYANA HERBS

1 Amalaki Rasyana 1 tsp daily – best for both skin & hair, rich in Vitamin C, Rasayana.

2 Ashwagandha capsules 1-0-1 after food – balances Vata, supports strength & nourishment.

3 Groo 1-0-1 after food

4 Jeevamrutham 1 tsp at bed time follwed by warm water

✅DIETARY SUPPORT

Daily 1–2 tsp cow’s ghee in meals (continue, it’s good but needs Rasayana support).

Include soaked black raisins, figs, almonds, walnuts.

Sesame seeds / til ladoo in winter → strengthen bones, hair, and skin.

Use warm milk with turmeric + ghee at night for nourishment.

✅EXTERNAL REMEDIES

1. Hair Care

Instead of only Bhringraj oil, try Maha Bhringraj Taila or Neelibhringadi Taila (more nourishing).

Weekly once, do Shiroabhyanga (head massage) with warm oil followed by mild herbal hair wash (shikakai, hibiscus powder, or gentle shampoo).

Avoid very hot water wash – it worsens dryness.

2. Skin Care

Apply Kumkumadi Taila or Chandanadi Taila for face dryness.

For body = massage with Ksheerabala Taila or Dhanwantaram Taila before bath.

Bath with green gram powder (moong atta) instead of chemical soap to reduce dryness.

✅LIFESTYLE TIPS

Practice Abhyanga (full body massage) with warm sesame or ksheerabala oil at least 3 times a week – this is the best remedy for lifelong dry skin & hair fall.

Ensure 7–8 hours sound sleep.

Reduce stress through meditation, pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Bhramari).

Avoid excessive tea, coffee, packaged foods, and late nights – they aggravate Vata.

With consistency, you’ll notice hair fall reducing, skin retaining moisture naturally, and overall vitality improving in 2–3 months.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

Hello Ryaa. Start with Amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm water Apply extra virgin coconut oil+ castor oil same proportion on scalp once weekly. Wash your hair with aloevera shampoo. Massage your body with sesame oil during the winter and coconut oil during summer. Include nuts containing oil like peanut, walnut, almond, sesame seeds daily.

Amla juice 5 ml on empty stomach Mahabringaraja taila - scalp massage to be done Drink plenty of fluids Eat protein rich foods Avoid oily spicy sour foods Once get thyroid test sone

) 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.

When dealing with hair fall and dryness, it’s essential to examine both your internal balance and external routine. Since you are utilizing Bhringraj oil and Bhringrajasav with limited success, let’s consider more adjustments. For hair health, Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of balancing pitta and vata dosha, which also influence skin condition.

Start by integrating amla (Indian gooseberry) into your diet, rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants vital for hair growth. Consuming an amla powder with warm water or honey every morning can gradually help in nourishing the hair roots. Additionally, ensure you’re adequately hydrated through the day – simple but often overlooked.

Since your skin is also very dry, consider increasing healthy fats in your diet. Continue with ghee as it’s excellent for vata-related dryness, but ensure you’re consuming 1-2 teaspoons twice daily, with meals. You may also include nuts like almonds and soaked walnuts, to support healthy skin oils.

Internally, Ashwagandha could be helpful. It assists in mitigating stress, a common contributor to hair fall, by balancing cortisol levels and nourishing the tissues. A dosage of half a teaspoon of Ashwagandha powder with warm milk at night can promote sound sleep and help in tissue repair.

From an external perspective, keep using bhringraj oil, but consider adding a scalp massage with sesame oil or almond oil mixed with a few drops of rosemary essential oil for enhanced benefits. Massage gently on the scalp twice a week and leave it for a couple of hours before washing.

Remember to limit the use of harsh shampoos, opt for mild, herbal ones, and avoid over-washing your hair. For your dry skin, apply coconut oil or sesame oil after a bath when the skin is slightly damp to lock in the moisture. Also, consider aloe vera gel for both skin and scalp to maintain moisture and heal irritation.

Furthermore, evaluate your diet for any deficiencies, particularly iron and zinc, which are crucial for hair health. If you’re experiencing significant hair loss, it might be worth consulting with a healthcare provider to rule out underlying issues such as thyroid imbalances. Prioritize a balanced diet, regular Yoga or meditation for stress reduction, and ensure you get adequate sleep – which is critical for overall well-being.

These steps, with consistency, will support in managing your symptoms more effectively over time, bringing it into alignment with your natural prakriti.

HELLO RYAA,

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

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 =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

Hair fall and dryness can indeed be distressing, and it seems like you’ve been diligently trying specific remedies. Your symptoms suggest an imbalance in the doshas, possibly an excess of Vata or Pitta, as they can lead to dryness in both hair and skin. Your consumption of Bhringrajasav and the application of bhringraj oil are good steps. However, let’s explore additional solutions that may offer more support.

Firstly, consider including Amla (Indian gooseberry) in your diet. Amla is rich in Vitamin C and can nourish the hair from within, strengthening the roots. You can consume it as amla juice in the morning or as amla candy throughout the day. Additionally, sesame oil can be very beneficial for dry skin and hair due to its Vata pacifying properties. Consider warm sesame oil scalp massages thrice weekly, which can also improve hair texture and thickness.

For your diet, focus on foods that nourish the rasa (plasma) and medha (fat) dhatus, which may help with dryness. Incorporating moist, warm foods like rice, oats, and soups can also counteract Vata’s drying quality. Ensure you’re drinking enough warm water or herbal teas to stay hydrated but avoid cold and raw foods, which increase Vata.

On the skin side, applying a natural moisturizer like aloe vera gel or pure coconut oil can provide external hydration. Practice abhyanga (oil massage) with warm sesame oil before bathing to hydrate and support skin health.

Since these issues have persisted, it might be helpful to consult a local Ayurvedic physician for a personalized assessment and check for any underlying conditions that may require attention. If there are any signs of systemic issue like fatigue or weight changes, seeking immediate medical evaluation can also help ensure your holistic well-being.