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Concerns About Dry, Frizzy Hair and Hair Fall
Skin and Hair Disorders
Consultation #42331
236 days ago
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Concerns About Dry, Frizzy Hair and Hair Fall - #42331

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Hair becomes dry and frizzy within a day of hair wash and hair strength not there and hair fall happening even not while combing or washing.hair strength and hair hydration not good dryness causes hair to be tangled at the end and cause hairfall

How long have you been experiencing these hair issues?:

- More than 6 months

What is your current hair care routine?:

- Natural oils and treatments

Do you have any other health issues or stress factors?:

- No, I'm generally healthy
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Dr. Gursimran Jeet Singh
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
236 days ago
5

Start with - 1. Swamla Compound (Gold) 1tsp empty stomach daily with lukewarm milk 2. Neelibhringadi Oil for Local application (Gently massage the scalp with 10ml of oil for 4-5 minutes, then keep it for 30 minutes and then wash with soft shampoo) Do this twice a week 3. Nasya with Shadbindu Taila, 2 drops in each nostril in Morning and Evening daily for 3 months. 4. Ashwagandha powder 1tsp in warm milk at night 5. Bhringrajasava 10ml-0-10ml in 10 ml water before food.

Diet take only: Green gram, rice, ghee, coconut, amla, pomegranate, 1 glass diluted amla juice daily. Soaked almonds 4 daily.

Avoid: Spicy, sour, fried food, Tea, coffee, alcohol, Heat styling, chemical dyes.

Lifestyle advice Head massage with fingers 10 min daily. 10 min Sarvangasana yoga pose 5 days weekly. Sleep by 10 PM. Cover head in sun.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Dr. M.Sushma
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
236 days ago
5

Start on Amlaki rasayana 1 tsp with warm water twice daily Bringaraja tablets 1-0-1 Bringaraja taila - scalp massage to be done Apply hair mask of flax seed gel mixed with Alovera gel and coconut oil before 1 hour of head bath

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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
233 days ago
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Take Amla juice + Alovera juice daily Bringaraja Asava 4 tsp with equal water after food two times daily Kesh taila - hair oil

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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
236 days ago
5

Take amalaki rasayana 1tab bd, Shankabashma 1tab bd, Neeli bhrignamalkam external application, rajwadiprash gold 1tsp with milk enough

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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
236 days ago
5

Hello I‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ totally get your point. Hair that is dry, frizzy, and tangled only a day after washing, hair that is losing strength and even hair falling when not combing are all symptoms of Severe Vata–Pitta imbalance in the scalp + loss of hair moisture barrier + weak hair roots (Keshabala).

✅AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR CONDITION

👉Vata dominance in scalp - dryness, frizz, tangling When there is high level of Vata: Scalp becomes dry The hair cuticle is lifted which results in frizz The ends of the hair become dry and therefore it tangles and you also get hair loss caused by friction

👉 Pitta disturbance - weak roots + hair thinning You are having these symptoms: Drop of hair even when you don’t touch the head That the hair has no strength The hair loses its lustre What you are seeing is Pitta that is causing hair follicles inflammation and the roots to be weak and hair brittle.

👉 Disturbed Scalp Barrier Frequent washing with natural products and use of harsh shampoos results to taking away the scalp oils hair looks dry within a day.

✅ TREATMENT PLAN

✅INTERNAL MEDICINES (Strengthen roots + reduce dryness) 1 Narikela Lavan – ½ tsp with warm water after lunch 2 Bhringraj Capsule – 1 capsule twice daily 3 Triphala 1 tsp at night with warm water (fixes absorption and improves hair nourishment) 4 Groo 1-0-1 after food

All of these reduce dryness and also nourish the hair from the inside.

✅EXTERNAL SCALP TREATMENT (Most Important)

Oil Therapy (3 times/week) Warm Bhringraj Oil + Coconut Oil (50-50 mix) Apply to scalp and ends at night. This will: Bring back smoothness Help to eliminate frizz Stop breakage Strengthen roots Weekly Hair Mask (Deep hydration)

Do it once a week: Mask recipe: 2 tbsp aloe vera gel (fresh preferred) 2 tbsp coconut milk 1 tsp castor oil 1 tsp hibiscus powder

Apply from scalp to ends leave 25 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water (no hot water). This hydrates deeply.

✅ Shampoo Routine (Your current routine is causing dryness)

Follow this shampoo method: Use a sulphate-free mild shampoo Only the scalp needs to be shampooed Conditioner is to be used only on the length and ends of hair Next day, do NOT oil-wash (if oil is used, it is better to leave it overnight) Hot water contributes to hair becoming more frizzy so it is better to use lukewarm water only.

✅ HOME REMEDIES (Very effective)

–Fenugreek (Methi) hydration rinse Methi is taken 1 tbsp and soaked overnight Water is strained The water is used as the last rinse after shampooing It gives shine + removes frizz + strengthens the roots.

– Sesame seeds (internal) One teaspoon of white sesame should be eaten every morning. It makes the following processes faster: Hair strengthening Natural sebum production Hair roots getting nourished

✅ LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATIONS

Put 1 tsp ghee in your diet daily Make sure you drink enough water (8–10 glasses/day) Have hair wash only twice a week Do not use the blow-dryer or iron to straighten your hair Sleep for 7–8 hours Do gentle scalp massage for 5 min dail

Your condition is fully reversible with hydration + nourishment + proper routine.

Warm regards, Dr Snehal ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌Vidhate

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Dr. Haresh Patel
Doctor of Medicine in Ayurveda
236 days ago
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take amlaki churna 5gm bd take bramhi churna 5gm bd wash hair rice water 2 times weeks

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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
236 days ago
5

HELLO,

From your symptoms- dryness, frizz, tangled hair ends, weak hair strength, and hairfall even without combing- Ayurveda recognises a pattern mainly due to

A) VATA AGGRAVATIO (major cause) Vata controls dryness, movement, and circulation. When vata becomes imbalanced -hair becomes dry, rough, frizzy -ends become tangled -hair shafts becomes weak and brittle -hairfall occurs even without touching

VATA INCREASES DUE TO -stress -irregular routines -inadequate sleep -excesss screen time -dry foods and cold drinks -skipping oiling -frequent hair washing -excess cold exposure

B) PITTA INVOLVEMENT Pitta governs metabolism and hair root strength If pitta becomes disturbed -scalp heat increase -root strength reduces -hair fall becomes chronic You mentioned you’re generally healthy, so this seems mild, but still contributes to hair fall

C) DHATU KSHAYA (nutritional deficiency of tissues) Hair is a by-product of Asthi dhatu (bone tissue) When this dhatu becomes weak due to poor nourishment or digestion, hair loses -strength -thickness -moisture -growth potential

OVERALL your hair issue is NOT just external It is due to internal dryness + weakened roots + poor nourishment + aggravated vata

TREATMENT GOALS -reduce vata and restore moisture In scalp and hair -strengthen roots and improve blood circulation to hair follicles -improve nutrition to hair tissues -detox scalp and removes blockage -enhance digestion and absorption

INTERNAL TREATMENT

1) BHRINGRAJ TABLET= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months = best herb for hair regrowth, nourishes hair follicles, promotes black, strong hair, reduces hair fall dramatically

2) AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp every morning after breakfast for 3 months = rich in vitamin c, strengthens collagen of hair, promotes shiny, healthy hair, improves immunity + slows ageing of hair

3) BRAHMI GHRITA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm milk for 60 days =calms vata, reduces dryness, improves sleep very important for hair, nourishes brain scalp pathway

4) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime for 2 months =improves digestion and absorption, removes toxins, enhances nutrients availability to hair roots

5) YASHTIMADHU + FENUGREEK POWDER MIX= 1/2 tsp each in warm water morning for 2 months =improves hair’s natural protein, deep hydration effects, reduce hair thinning, mild hormonal balancing

EXTERNAL TREATMENTS

1) HAIR OILS - Ksheerbala oil + neelibringadi oil= best for dryness + hair fall warm slightly before use =restores natural scalp oil , stops tangling of ends, strengthens hair roots, improves blood supply

2) HAIR MASK -Fenugrrek + aloe vera mask= soak 2 tbsp fenugreek overnight grind and aloe vera gel =hydrates, reduces frizz, strengthen roots

-Curd + banana + honey mask =treats extreme dryness, detangles, stops breakage

3) AYURVEDIC CLEANSING Use mild shampoos -Shikakai + reetha + amla powder OR -any sulfatefree ayurvedic shampoo Avoid hot water

DIET -ghee 1-2 tsp/day -almonds, walnuts, black sesame -milk, buttermilk - coconut/coconut water -mung dal, lentils -green leafy vegetables -seasonal fruits -warm, cooked meals

AVOID -dry snacks (chips, biscuits, namkeen) -excess tea/coffee -highly spicy foods - overuse of curd at night - cold drinks, ice creams -junk food - smoking/alcohol

LIFESTYLE CHANGES

HAIR CARE HABITS -comb gently with a wooden wide tooth comb -oil hair regularly -use warm (not hot) water -protect from direct harsh sun

AVOID -daily hair washing -chemical treatments -hair strengtheners, hot blow drying -sleeping with wet hair -tight hairstyles

YOGA AND PRANAYAM

YOGA ASANAS -adho mukha svanasana -vajrasana -sarvangasana -matsyasana -uttanasana These bring blood to the scalp naturally

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= 10 min -bhramari= 5 min -Sheetali/sitkari= for cooling pitta -Deep diaphragmatic breathing

BENEFIT -reduces stress a big cause of hairfall -improves scalp circulation

HOME REMEDIES

A) OVERNIGHT OIL + STEAM TOWEL -apply oil, wrap in warm towel-> repairs damaged hair

B) CURRY LEAF WATER -boil 10-15 leaves in water, drink 3-4 times weekly. -> rich in hair nutrients

C) HIBISCUS FLOWER PASTE -apply to scalp-> strengthens roots, adds shine

D) ONION JUICE (if no dryness or sensitivity) -only once a week-> promotes regrowth (avoid if scalp is very dry)

Your condition is primarily due to vata imbalance causing dryness and weakness of hair roots. This is fully reversible with regular oiling, internal nourishment, gentle hair care, ayurvedic medicines, and lifestyle balancing. Ayurveda works slowly but gives deep, long lasting results without side effects

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Dr. Snehal Tasgaonkar
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
236 days ago
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✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Stay Hydrated. Drink buttermilk. Limit dairy intake. Home cooked meal that is a balanced diet. Stress free lifestyle Pranayam : ANULOM VILOM, TRATAK Yoga: SHIRSHASAN, PASHIMOTANASAN, TRIKONASAN.

❌ Dont’s: ❌ Oily and Spicy food. Processed food. Preserved food. Packed and ready to eat items. Pickles Papad Dried Fish Curd

💊 Medication: 💊

Tab. Lakshadi Guggul 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Asthiposhak Vati 1 tab twice a day after fiod Syp.Raktadoshantak 2 tsp twice a day after food.

Coconut oil + Neem leaves(few) + Hibiscus flowers(10-15) + Fenugreek seeds (20-30) + Onion Juice/shredded onion. Boil it all together for half n hour on slow flame. Apply this oil twice or thrice a week a night before you have a hair wash.

Use 777 shampoo (JK’s Pharma) or G3 Hair shampoo (Abhinav Pharma) whichever is easily available for you.

Panchendriya vardhan Tailam. 2 drops in each nostril early in the morning empty stomach. Make the oil lukewarm.

If you can get a shiro swedan, shiro pichu and shirodhara procedure done at a panchakarma center near you, you may get excellent results.

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Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
236 days ago
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1.Amalaki rasayan 1 tsp empty stomach in the morning with warm water 2.Bhringrajasava 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Brahmi Vati 1 tab twice daily with warm milk after meals 4.Saptamrit lauh 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 5.Neelibhringadi tail-massage on the scalp twice weekly 3-6 hrs before hairwash

🍵 Supportive Lifestyle & Diet Tips - Include Rasayana foods: Amla, sesame seeds, soaked almonds, dates, and cow’s ghee. - Avoid hot water hair wash: Use lukewarm or cool water. - Weekly hair mask: Mix hibiscus powder + curd + Brahmi powder. - Scalp massage: Gentle daily massage improves circulation and root strength.

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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
235 days ago
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Start with Amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk Bhringraj ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water. Neelibhringadi oil on scalp twice weekly keep overnight and wash in the morning with anti hairfall shampoo. Do Nasya with Anu tel 2drops in both nostril once daily Do pranamyam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins daily twice Include fresh green vegetables in your diet Include fresh seasonal fruits and seasonal vegetables in your diet.

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Dr. Narendrakumar V Mishra
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
234 days ago
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The issues with dry, frizzy hair and hair fall that you’re describing often relate to imbalances in the Vata dosha, which governs movement and dryness in the body. Addressing this requires attention to both external care and internal nourishment.

Start by choosing a gentle, nourishing hair oil, like sesame or coconut oil, as they help balance Vata. Warm the oil slightly before application. Massage your scalp gently in circular motions with warm oil, and leave it on for at least an hour before washing. Do this at least twice a week. Use a mild herbal shampoo that doesn’t strip natural oils — look for one with ingredients like amla, bhringraj, or hibiscus. Avoid hot water for hair wash as it can increase dryness; lukewarm is preferable.

Internally, focus on hydration and nourishing the dhatus (tissues), especially rakta (blood) and asthi (bones, which supports hair health). Drink plenty of warm water and herbal teas. Incorporate healthy fats in your diet such as ghee, avocado, and nuts, which provide essential lubrication and strength to hair follicles. Consider incorporating herbs like triphala to support detoxification. Amla powder can be taken daily— mix about 1 teaspoon with water — to promote hair strength.

Mind your stress levels, as stress can exacerbate your condition. Practice stress-reducing techniques like yoga or meditation regularly. They help manage the underlying Vata imbalance. Ensure a balanced sleep routine, aiming for 7-8 hours a night, as inadequate rest further disturbs Vata, worsening the problem.

Lastly, ensure your diet is rich in seasonal fruits and vegetables. These support overall health, improve nutrient absorption, and strengthen hair from within. If hairfall persists severely, consider consulting a practitioner for detailed evaluation, as other factors such as thyroid imbalances could also contribute.

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Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
229 days ago
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Dry and frizzy hair, along with hair fall, can often be attributed to an imbalance of the Vata dosha, which governs movement and dryness in the body. When Vata is imbalanced, it can lead to lack of moisture and vitality in the hair. Let’s address these concerns with some Siddha-Ayurvedic insights.

First, oil your scalp and hair regularly, preferably with warm sesame oil or bhringraj oil, which are known for their nourishing and hair-strengthening properties. Apply the oil at least twice a week, gently massaging your scalp to stimulate blood circulation and allow the oil to penetrate. Leave it on for at least an hour before washing your hair.

Use a gentle, natural shampoo without harsh chemicals, as these can strip the hair of its natural oils, exacerbating dryness. Post-wash, consider an apple cider vinegar rinse (dilute one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a cup of water) to help retain moisture and smoothen hair strands.

Pay attention to your diet, which plays a vital role in hair health. Include warm, moist, and oily foods such as cooked leafy greens, almonds, sesame seeds, and avocados to help pacify Vata. Ensure adequate hydration by drinking plenty of warm water or herbal teas throughout the day.

Avoid exposing your hair to extreme weather conditions and minimize the use of hair styling tools that use heat. Additionally, practice stress-relieving techniques such as yoga or meditation, as stress can significantly impact hair health.

If your symptoms persist or worsen, it might be wise to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized assessment and treatment plan. They can help in identifying deeper imbalances and recommend a tailored approach to restore your hair’s health and vitality.

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