is dahi good for hair - #37395
I am really curious about something — is dahi good for hair? I’ve been dealing with this annoying hair fall for a while now. It feels like every time I brush my hair, there are handfuls of it coming out! 😩 I've tried different shampoos, and even some fancy conditioners that the influencers swear by, but nothing seems to work. A friend mentioned using dahi because of its natural properties, but honestly, I’m kinda skeptical. Last week, I made this dahi mask, you know, just plain yogurt with some honey and olive oil. Made a mess in the kitchen, but whatever lol! 🤪 I left it on for about 30 mins and honestly, my hair felt softer, but I’m not sure if that's just the moisturizing effect. After rinsing it out, I felt like it was shiny, but can dahi really help with preventing hair fall or promoting growth? Also, I’m not really sure how often to use it. Like, should I be doing this every week or will that just make things greasy? And is there a specific type of dahi that’s better for hair? Regular store-bought or should I be looking for something like homemade from the health food store? I really want to know, is dahi good for hair or am I just wasting my time? Any thoughts would be super helpful!
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Doctors' responses
Dahi, or yogurt, indeed have beneficial properties for hair health according to Ayurveda. It contains proteins and vitamins that can nourish both the hair and the scalp. The lactic acid in yogurt has cleansing properties that can help open clogged pores, facilitate hair growth promotion and reduce hair fall over time. By providing essential nutrients, it strengthens the roots, potentially alleviating some symptoms of hair fall.
Your concoction with honey and olive oil is a good start, as these ingredients also possess moisturizing properties. Honey is humectant, which draws moisture into the hair, while olive oil adds additional softness. However, the effectiveness of a dahi hair mask depends on consistant use and ensuring it’s suitable for your particular dosha imbalance, if any exists.
For optimal results, consider applying a dahi hair mask once a week. Using it too often might lead to greasy hair, especially if your hair type naturally tends toward oiliness. When applying, massage gently but thoroughly into your scalp and comb through to ensure even distribution. Leave it for 20–30 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water. As for the type of dahi, homemade or fresh, unflavored yogurt is preferable over store-bought, which sometimes contains preservatives and sugars not beneficial for your hair.
Also recognize that hair loss can have several roots causes, such as hormonal imbalance, stress and dietary insufficiencies. It’s important to complement any topical treatments with internal balance. Ayurveda emphasizes consuming a balanced, nourishing diet; ensuring enough protein and iron intake, practicing stress reduction techniques and avoiding excessive chemicals on the hair.
For your specific issue of hair fall, it may be helpful to have your prakriti (natural constitution) and vikriti (current state) assessed by an Ayurvedic practitioner, who can offer targeted recommendations based on your dosha. In cases of excessive hair loss, further medical consultation is wise to rule out underlying health problems that might require different interventions.

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