An Exploratory Review of Madhuka Taila Prati Marsha Nasya in Premature Greying of Hair
December 2025
in “
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
”
TLDR Modern lifestyle factors like stress and pollution cause premature greying of hair.
The document explores the Ayurvedic perspective on Akala Palitya, or premature greying of hair, as described in ancient texts like the Charaka Samhita. It highlights that premature greying, known as premature canities, is a pigment deficiency affecting middle-aged individuals and is becoming more prevalent due to modern lifestyle factors such as stress, urbanization, and pollution. The review suggests that these environmental and lifestyle changes have accelerated the appearance of aging symptoms, making premature greying a significant clinical issue, especially in tropical and developing regions.