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Seeking Effective Remedies for Persistent Dandruff
Skin and Hair Disorders
Question #50384
42 days ago
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Seeking Effective Remedies for Persistent Dandruff - #50384

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i have dandruff for more than 4 year, i tried many method but im unable to control it , do you have any remedies i have used the all the home remedies but i could find worthy willu you suggest me some effective remedies

How severe is your dandruff?:

- Severe, constant flakes

Have you noticed any triggers for your dandruff?:

- No specific triggers

How would you describe your scalp health?:

- Moderately itchy, red or inflamed
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Can use Atrimed anti dandruff shampoo for hair wash Avoid heavy oiling Wash scalp two to three times weekly Apply fresh Alovera gel before wash to reduce itching If still not reducing once consult dermatologist to rule out psoriasis or chr dermatitis

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DANDRUFF FOR FOUR YEARS WITH ITCHING AND REDNESS SHOWS SCALP PITTA KAPHA IMBALNCES ONLY HOME REMIDIES WILL NOT CONTROL FULLY USE A MEDICATEX ANTI FUNGAL SHAMPOO TWICE WEEKLY REGULARLY FOR FEW WEEKS BEFORE WASH APPLY WARM COCONUT OIL FOR 30 MINUTES AVOID CURD AT NIGHT EXC SUGAR FRIED AND SPICY FOODS ALSO IMPROVE DIGESTION BECAUSE SCALP HEALTH IS CONMECTED TO GUT WITH PROPER ROUTINE IT WILL REDUCE GRADUALLY BUT CONSISTENCY IS IMPORTANT

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Hi dear So dandruff just won’t go away with hair oil and shampoo unless you adress the vata and pitta kopa happening along with it. Use *Patoladi kashayam 15 ml twice daily before food mixed with 60 ml luke warm water *Kaisora guggulu 2 tablet twice daily before food mixed with kashaya *Durdhurapatradi kera taila on scalp and hair after gently warming it up thrice a week *Psora liquid wash shampoo following oiling * Use s scalp massager Do not use hot water on scalp. Add in some apple cider vinegar in bath water. Wash scalp atleast once in 3 days. Wash hair regularly if there is excessive sweating. Avoid eating achar papad, fried food, fermented items, bhindi, brinjal, chana dal, white rice, pea, potato , dahi etc. You will start seeing results from the initial week but complete cure is dependent on the extent of damage already happened.

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Take antidandruff Kottakkal ayuevedic shampoo Durdurpathradhi hair oil external application Amalaki rasayna 1tab bd AF u ll get results Dr RC BAMS MS

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---- use externally -Neelibhringadi Taila Apply to scalp 30–45 mins before bath 3 times/week Do NOT leave overnight - Karanja Oil (spot application) Apply on very itchy/red areas 20 mins before wash -Herbal Wash Use mild herbal shampoo OR Shikakai + Triphala decoction wash — internal medicine - 1) gandhak Rasayan 2 tab twice daily after meal 2) Manjishthadi kwath 15 ml BD with equal amount of water after meal

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Hello dear, For dandruff- i would suggest some medicines - have these - it has worked a lot for my patients: 1.Panchtikta guggul 2-0-2 after meals twice a day. 2. Mahatikta ghee - lagane k liye 2-3 hrs before washing your hair. 3.aavla , aritha , shikakai- akha lena h. Boil 2 aritha , 7-8 aavla pieces , shikakai 7-8 pieces - in 1 glass of water and reduce it to half , and then steive it and use this decoction on your wet hair for 10 mins and then wash with your shampoo . Do this for 14 days . Please get a personal consultation for detailed treatment. I hope you get well.

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✓Medicines Gandhak Rasayan – 125–250 mg twice daily after food with water Haridrakhand – 5–10 gm at night with warm water Neem capsule or Neem churna – 250–500 mg twice daily after food Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet morning after breakfast ✓External (Daily) Neem oil + Coconut oil (1:1) – apply thin layer on scalp at night , massage gently 5–10 min , leave overnight or 2–3 hours then wash next morning with mild herbal shampoo (Neem/Triphala-based) Alternate nights: Jatyadi Ghrita or Mahamarichyadi Taila – very effective for inflamed/red scalp ✓Daily Must-Do Warm water head wash only (no hot water) Avoid: oiling scalp during day, tight caps/hats, chemical shampoos Comb gently with wide-tooth comb 10 min Anulom-Vilom pranayama daily (stress reduction – hidden trigger) ✓Diet (strict 4–6 weeks) Eat: moong khichdi + ghee, cooked lauki/pumpkin, pomegranate, soaked almonds (4–6) Avoid completely: spicy/sour, fried, dairy at night (except ghee), sugar, processed food Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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HELLO, 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 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

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Start with apply Gunjadi oil on scalp twice weekly wash with Dano shampoo. Avoid direct Sun rays exposure use hat or use umbrella when going out during the day Don’t shampoo your hair daily. Just wash with clean water , twice a week wash with Dano shampoo. Gandhak rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with water.

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