Review of Hair and Hair Disease from Ayurvedic Perspective
February 2021
in “
PDEAS International Journal of Research in Ayurved and Allied Sciences
”
Studysummary This article reviews Ayurvedic concepts and treatments related to hair and reports no new clinical results.
Our plain-language summary. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment. Full disclaimer
The document reviewed the Ayurvedic perspective on hair and hair diseases, emphasizing the importance of hair in aesthetics and self-confidence. Ayurveda linked beauty, health, and longevity to a balance of body and mind, with outer beauty, including hair quality, reflecting inner health. The text highlighted that Ayurveda, which refers to hair as "Kesha," provided detailed descriptions of hair formation, care, and treatment of hair diseases using herbal preparations and therapies. This traditional approach contrasted with modern trichology, a branch of dermatology focused on hair problems.
