AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR HAIRFALL

OVERVIEW

Hair loss is also known as alopecia. Hair loss can be temporary or permanent. It can affect just scalp or the entire body. When it just affects scalp, it is called baldness. Hair loss can be due to variety of reasons such as hormonal changes, hereditary factors, increasing age or some underlying medical conditions. Hair loss is more prevalent in men though it also affects females. Usually people cover it up with wigs, different hairstyles, hats or scarves.  However, now-a-days hair transplant is being preferred over other hair treatments.

CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS

Normally, people lose 50-100 hairs per day. This is not noticeable as new hair takes the place of old hair. However, when the hairfall occurs more, it leads to alopecia. Some of the factors which are responsible for hair loss are:

• Genetic predisposition
• Pregnancy
• Menopause
• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypothyroidism
• Trauma
• Radiation therapy
• Tight hairstyles such as pigtails or cornrows
• Hair coloring
• Scalp psoriasis
• Different types of hair treatments
• Use of harsh shampoos
• Frequent shampooing of hair
• Nutritional deficiencies
• PCOD
• Stress
• Certain medications of cancer, heart problems, depression, etc
• Weight loss

SYMPTOMS OF HAIR LOSS

The basic symptoms of hair loss are:

• Thinning of hair on top of the head
• During combing or washing of hair, tufts of hair come out
• Presence of patchy circular bald spots
• Presence of scales on scalp due to ringworm infection
• Hair loss on full body

HOME REMEDIES FOR HAIR LOSS

The remedies which can be performed at home for treating hair loss are:

EGG MASK

• Eggs are a rich source of selenium, phosphorus, sulphur, iodine, zinc and different types of proteins. They are very useful for promoting hair growth. Beat one egg and add a spoon of olive oil in it. Apply the mask on hair and keep it for 20 minutes. Then rinse it with a mild shampoo.

COCONUT OIL

• Coconut oil is loaded with essential fats and proteins. It promotes hair growth and thus, prevents hair loss. Massage the head with coconut oil and keep it overnight. Wash it with a mild shampoo in the morning.

LICORICE ROOT

• Licorice root removes dry flakes or dandruff from the scalp. It helps in soothening of scalp and prevents hair damage. Take 1 spoon of powdered licorice and mix it with milk. Apply the thin paste to the scalp and the entire hair length. Leave it overnight and wash the hair next morning.

FENUGREEK SEEDS

• Fenugreek seeds are the methi seeds. Methi seeds are one of the most effective home remedies for preventing hair loss. It helps in reparation of hair follicles and helps in re-growth of hair. Soak the fenugreek seeds overnight in water and make the paste in the morning. Apply it in roots of hair and keep it for 30 minutes. Rinse it with water.

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF HAIRFALL

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved Center which are used for the treatment of hairfall:

1. Hair Live Herbal Shampoo

It is used in various kind of hair related issues like Baldness, Graying of hairs etc. It contains very good herbs that work on your hair and roots of hair in your scalp. It makes your hair shiny and thick. The herbs used for formulation of this oil shows antioxidant, anti-dandruff, anti-inflammatory properties. This product is herbal and natural formula for maintaining hair health. It is used in Hairball, graying of hair, dandruff, dry scalp, thinning of hairs, baldness, alopecia and loss of lusterless.

Method of usage– Apply it on wet hair, massage into a rich lather for 2-3 minutes and rinse properly with water.

2. Hair Live Tablet

Hair Live Tablet is formulated with ingredients like Bhringraj  (Eclipta alba), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Dhatry Loha (Purified iron), & Shud Gandhak (Purified sulphur). This herbal kit is formulated to take care of all the hair problems. It is an amazing combination of various natural herbs which can be beneficial for both male and female hair problems. It provides nourishment to the hair from the root level, repairs broken, splinted and damaged hair. This kit gives a natural strength and smooth texture.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

3. Hair Live Oil

It is used in various kind of hair related issues like Baldness, Greying of hairs etc. It contains very good herbs that work on your hair and roots of hair in your scalp. It makes your hair shiny and thick. The herbs used for formulation of this oil shows antioxidant, anti-dandruff, anti-inflammatory properties. This product is herbal and natural formula for maintaining hair health.Til oil (Sesamum indicum) Almond oil (Prunus dulcis) Jotishmati oil (Celastrus paniculatus) Amla (Embelia officinale) Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), etc

Method of usage– Gently massage your hair once or as per requirement

4. Amla Juice

Amla Premium Juice will strengthen the heart muscles, provide relief from constipation, stimulate bowel movements, prevent the signs of aging, control diabetes problem, reduce cholesterol levels, flush toxins out of the body and improve your hair texture and solve the problem of hair fall. Two spoonful of Amla Premium Juice everyday will help in making your hair smooth and shinier.

Dosage:Take 20 ml  twice daily.