Ayurvedic Management of Female Androgenetic Alopecia
July 2025
in “
International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research
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Studysummary This study reported that a month-long treatment using the Ayurvedic methods of leech therapy, herbal paste application, and rejuvenative medications resulted in visible improvement in scalp condition and hair density for a 32-year-old female with androgenetic alopecia. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
The study explores the Ayurvedic management of Female Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) through a case involving a 32-year-old female with a SALT score of 28%. Over one month, she underwent Jalaukavacharana (leech therapy), Shirolepa (herbal paste), and Rasayana (rejuvenative) medications. The treatment resulted in visible improvement in scalp condition and hair density, reducing the SALT score to 12%. The Ayurvedic approach, focusing on enhancing blood circulation and follicular nourishment, provided a safe and holistic alternative to conventional treatments, which often have adverse effects and symptom recurrence.