Addressing your concerns about dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and hair fall from an Ayurvedic perspective, we need to understand the root cause - often related to imbalances in the Pitta and Kapha doshas. The aggravation of seborrheic dermatitis and hair fall could be due to excessive heat and oiliness, both of which contribute to scalp irritation and flake formation. Let’s look at a holistic approach to tackle these issues.
Start with your diet; consuming cooling and Pitta-pacifying foods like cucumber, melons, and green vegetables helps. Try to avoid spicy, oily, and fermented foods which heighten Pitta imbalance. Incorporating Kapha-balancing foods like whole grains, legumes, and light soups can be beneficial too. Hydrating well with lukewarm water and herbal teas such as chamomile or Brahmi tea can improve digestion and pacify internal heat.
For topical application, oils like neem oil or coconut oil, infused with camphor, have soothing properties that can help reduce dandruff. Apply slightly warm oil and leave it overnight, shampooing in the morning with a mild Ayurvedic shampoo containing herbs like shikakai or reetha. Consider washing hair every alternate day to prevent over-stripping natural oils which can worsen scalp irritation.
Triphala or Amalaki taken internally supports detoxifying the system and strengthens the hair roots due to its high vitamin content. Taking half a teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water before bed can aid in balancing doshas.
Daily scalp massage, swapping commercial lotions with a paste made of fenugreek seeds and curd may help soothe the scalp and strengthen hair. If these herbal remedies don’t offer enough, Panchakarma treatment under an Ayurvedic practitioner’s guidance might be needed to address deep-seated imbalances. Look into long-term changes, as such conditions take time to resolve. Ensuring sufficient sleep and stress management, using relaxation techniques like pranayama, will aid in overall balance and hair health.
