Hair Medulla and Its Variations in Doshaja Prakruti: An Observational Study
September 2025
in “
International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine
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Studysummary This study observed distinct variations in hair medulla patterns among people with different Ayurvedic Prakruti types, linking stronger hair integrity to Kapha-dominant types and weaker, fragmented medullae to Vata and Pitta-dominant types, potentially aiding in Dosha-specific hair care and assessment.
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The study investigated the medullary patterns of hair in 180 healthy individuals aged 18–25, classified into six Dwandvaja Prakruti types, to explore potential associations. Results showed distinct variations, with the Kapha-Vata group having the highest proportion of continuous (33%) and solid medulla (20%), indicating stronger hair integrity. In contrast, the Vata-Pitta group exhibited a higher incidence of absent (47%) and fragmented medulla (23%), suggesting weaker hair structure. The findings suggest a link between Prakruti types and hair medulla patterns, which could inform Dosha-specific hair care and preventive strategies in Ayurvedic trichology.
