Seeking Natural Remedies for Hair Fall and Dandruff - #46305

Hello I​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ certainly get what you mean. Hair falling along with heavy dandruff is very typical nowadays and is most likely a sign of Vata–Pitta dosha imbalance combined with dry scalp, fungal growth, or poorly nourished scalp.

However, the positive aspect is that, if one is consistent with simple home remedies, one can very well handle such a situation.

Your symptoms speak of:

Dandruff (Darunaka) → dry scalp, flaking, itching Hair fall (Khalitya) → weak hair roots, disturbed scalp circulation

Besides these factors, the following causes can further deteriorate the condition: –Changing seasons –Worry and nervousness –Not washing hair regularly –Warm water on the scalp –Shampoo containing chemical

HOME TREATMENT METHODS (NO CHEMICAL SHAMPOO)

1. Oil Therapy (Most Important Step) Best oils (select only ONE): Durdurpatradi taila Coconut oil + castor oil (2:1 ratio)

Instructions: –Oil with moderate heat –Gently massage your scalp with the oil (don’t scratch) –Let it sit for 30–60 mins (if dandruff is severe, don’t go overnight) –Herbal cleanser washing (below) Oil nourishes roots and loosens dandruff scales.

2. Natural Hair Wash Options (Shampoo Alternatives)

–Option A: Shikakai Powder Take the shikakai powder 1–2 tsp and mix it with warm water Put it on the scalp, do gentle rubbing Rinse with water Very good for dandruff + hair fall

–Option B: Reetha + Shikakai Decoction Boil reetha + shikakai in water After the mixture is cooled, strain it and use it to wash hair It helps to get rid of oil and dandruff in a natural way

3.Anti-Dandruff Home Packs (Weekly) –Neem Pack Neem leaf paste OR neem powder + water Put it on the scalp for 20 minutes Cleaning Eliminates fungal dandruff & itching

–Curd + Fenugreek (If no cold issues) Soak methi overnight, grind Mix with fresh curd Apply 20–30 minutes Great for flakes and hair strengthening

4.Aloe Vera (Very Helpful)

Put fresh aloe vera gel right on the scalp Leave 20 minutes, wash with plain water Use 2-3 times per week Rescues the scalp, decreases the itch and hair dropping

INTERNAL MEDICATION

1.Narsimha Rasyana 1 tsp morning empty stomach 2. Thickshoot A 1-0-1 after food 3. Jeevamrutham 1 tsp at bed time

DIET & INTERNAL CARE (VERY IMPORTANT)

✔️ Daily: Amla (raw or juice) Soaked almonds (4–5) Lots of water

✔️ Bring in: Greens Fruits Ghee (1 tsp daily)

❌ Stay away from:

Unhealthy food Very oily & spicy food Too much tea/coffee Late nights

LIFESTYLE TIPS

– Wash hair 2–3 times per week (don’t not wash for many days) – Don’t use hot water on the scalp – Do not scratch dandruff – Help to reduce stress (hair fall gets worse with stress)

This may occur chemically or with the help of chemical shampoos; however, your dandruff and hair loss can be solved naturally through regular oil application, herbal washing, and diet correction.

Wishing you a beautiful scalp and strong ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌hair

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

Avoid oily spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Massage on your scalp with lukewarm Dhaturpatradi oil twice a week. Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab.Saptamrut Lauh 2-0-2 Tab.Protekt 2-0-2 Follow up after 4weeks.

Hello,

Hair fall along with heavy dandruff usually indicates scalp dryness or fungal overgrowth, poor scalp circulation, stress, or nutritional gaps. Chemical shampoos often worsen dryness and irritation over time. Home-based, natural care can control dandruff, strengthen hair roots, and reduce hair fall when done consistently.

Below is a purely home-remedy–based plan, avoiding chemical shampoos.

🔎 Basic Checks (Optional but Helpful) 1. Check stress and sleep quality 2. Observe diet (excess junk, sugar, or skipping meals worsens dandruff) 3. If severe: check Vitamin D, B12, and iron levels

🥣 Internal Home Remedies Daily (4–6 weeks) 1. Soaked seeds drink (morning) 1 tsp fenugreek (methi) + 1 tsp flaxseed Soak overnight, boil in the same water, drink warm 2. Amla intake 1 fresh amla daily OR 1 tsp amla powder with warm water after breakfast 3. Curry leaves Chew 8–10 fresh leaves daily OR add to food 4. Hydration 2–2.5 liters water/day

🌿 External & Scalp Care * Oil Application – 2–3× weekly Anti-dandruff oil (home-made) Coconut oil – 3 tbsp Castor oil – 1 tbsp Neem leaves (handful) or ½ tsp neem powder Heat mildly, cool, strain, and apply to scalp. Leave for 30–60 minutes.

Natural Hair Wash – No Shampoo Option 1: Reetha–Shikakai–Amla powder (Best) Mix equal parts, soak overnight Boil in morning, cool, strain Use liquid to wash scalp

Option 2: Methi paste wash (for heavy dandruff) Soak 2 tbsp methi seeds overnight Grind to paste, apply to scalp for 20 minutes Rinse with plain water (Use 2–3 times/week only)

Post-wash Rinse Neem water or diluted apple cider vinegar (1 tbsp ACV in 1 mug water, once weekly) → Controls dandruff-causing fungus

🥗 Diet & Lifestyle Support ❌ Avoid 1. Cold water head wash 2. Very oily junk food 3. Sugar excess 4. Late nights 5. Scratching scalp ✅ Include 1. Protein daily – dal, eggs, curd (daytime only) 2. Nuts & seeds – soaked almonds, walnuts 3. Green vegetables 4. 1 tsp cow ghee daily 5. Sunlight 15 minutes/day

🧘🏻‍♀️ Stress & Hair Health 1. Head massage (gentle) – 5 minutes daily 2. Anulom Vilom – 5–7 minutes 3. Adequate sleep (7–8 hours)

* Dandruff reduces in 2–3 weeks * Hair fall decreases in 4–6 weeks * New hair growth seen by 8–10 weeks * Continue routine for 3 months for stable results

✨ Natural care works slower than chemicals but gives long-lasting, scalp-friendly results.

Warm regards, Dr.Sumi MS (Ayu)

✔️ 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.

Dandrion Cream Apply on the scalp for half an hour than have a shower

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.

Start with Amalaki Rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Mahamanjistadi kadha 10ml. twice daily after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk. Apply Gunjadi oil on scalp twice weekly keep overnight and morning wash with herbal anti hairfall shampoo. Donot shampoo your hair every day with hair wash. Just use clean water to wash hair. Use shampoo only twice weekly when oiling is done. Donot expose to direct sunrays wear hat or use umbrella when going out during the day.

Hair fall along with heavy dandruff usually means the scalp is disturbed and the hair roots are not getting proper nourishment. When dandruff stays for long, it blocks the follicles, increases itching, and slowly weakens the roots, which is why hair fall increases. The aim is, to clear dandruff , and strengthen the roots without using harsh chemical shampoos.

You can start with . Oil your scalp two to three times a week using coconut oil or bringaraja oil,If available, crush a few neem leaves in the oil, warm it slightly, and massage gently. Do not scratch the scalp. Leave the oil for at least 30–60 minutes and then wash.

For washing the hair, avoid chemical shampoos. Use herbal like shikakai, reetha, and amla powder mixed with warm water, or besan mixed with curd.do not rub harshly. Once a week, applying curd mixed with aloe vera gel on the scalp for 15–20 minutes will help in reducing dandruff and dryness. After washing, a neem water rinse once a week is very helpful if itching or flakes are more.

Along with home care, you can take Ayurvedic medicines Bhringraj capsules: 1 capsule twice daily after food with warm water. Triphala churna: half to one teaspoon at night with warm water. Amlaki rasayan: 1 tsp twice daily after food.

Maintain good sleep, reduce stress and avoid very spicy, oily, fried, and sugary foods. Drink enough water and include fruits, green vegetables, and nuts in your diet. Avoid very hot water on the scalp and do not wash hair daily if dandruff is severe.

With regular care, improvement usually starts within 3 to 4 weeks. If dandruff is very thick, sticky, or keeps coming back.

Stop everything harsh – no indigo, no chemical creams, no direct lemon.

Only 4 things – do all daily: 1 Saffron + Milk Paste – 5–6 saffron strands + 2 tbsp raw milk, soak 30 min, apply thin layer morning & night, leave 20 min, rinse cool water 2 Aloe + Turmeric Night Pack – fresh aloe gel 2 tbsp + pinch pure turmeric + 3 drops kumkumadi oil, mix, apply thick layer night, leave overnight 3 Masoor Dal + Milk Ubtan – 1 tbsp red lentil powder + milk, gentle scrub 30 sec morning, rinse 4 Oral – Manjisthadi Kwath 10 ml + 30 ml warm water morning empty stomach

Must avoid: sun 10 AM–4 PM (umbrella + SPF50), spicy/sour food, tea-coffee after 4 PM, any dye/hair colour on face.

Itching gone in 5–7 days, dark patches lighten 40–60 % in 30–45 days.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

Bringaraja tab 1 BD Amla cap 1 BD Bringaraja Asava 4 tsp BD with equal water Keahakanthi taila - hair oil Atrimed anti dandruff shampoo