January 2022 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” This review discusses the Ayurvedic perspective on premature graying of hair (Akala Palitam) and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for understanding its etio-pathogenesis for effective management.
April 2017 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” This review explores the concept of cosmetic toxicity in Ayurveda, focusing on chemical hazards in cosmetics and their management, but provides no new clinical findings.
June 2022 in “Asian Pacific journal of health sciences” This study reports a case of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) successfully treated using Ayurvedic methods including Prachhan karma, Lepa, and Shirodhara, offering an alternative to conventional treatments like minoxidil and steroids, which may have adverse effects.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report observed that an integrated Shodhana-Shamana treatment protocol effectively managed treatment-resistant Ekakustha (plaque psoriasis), resulting in complete symptom resolution and no relapse at follow-up.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine (Hyderabad)” This study found that Asthimajjapachak Churna provided significantly more therapeutic relief from hair fall than Shwadamshtradi Rasayana Churna in young females over 30 days.
This study reported that treating PCOS with Karunjchirakam Chooranam showed significant improvements in various cases, suggesting it may be effective for early intervention and prevention of complications.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes a 33-year-old male with treatment-resistant psoriasis who experienced complete resolution of symptoms and hair regrowth after following an integrated Shodhana-Shamana chikitsa regimen, with no relapse noted at follow-up, suggesting its potential for sustainable Ekakustha management.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” The study found that Asthimajjapachak Churna led to greater improvement in managing hair fall among young females compared to Shwadamshtradi Rasayana Churna, particularly through alleviation of Asthigata dosha.
October 2017 in “Journal of Advanced Research in Ayurveda Yoga Unani Sidhha & Homeopathy” This article reviews Ayurvedic maastishkya therapies aimed at nurturing the head and sense organs, noting potential benefits for hair growth, skin health, and headache prevention but providing no new clinical results.
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October 2023 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This article discusses the potential benefits of decade-wise Rasayana therapy in enhancing female reproductive health by addressing various life stages, from pre-menarche to post-menopause, and draws from traditional and contemporary sources to conceptualize its importance.
November 2019 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” In this case report, a 35-year-old male experiencing hair loss showed improvement with new hair growth after receiving Ayurvedic Rakta Mokshana therapy, including Pracchana and Cupping, within 15 days.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study observed that over 60 days, Amalaki Churna, when administered to 30 patients with non-cicatricial hair fall, significantly reduced hair fall and improved hair tensile strength without adverse effects, suggesting beneficial Rasayana and Keshya properties.
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June 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that fifteen days of Trataka practice significantly reduced menopausal symptoms among participating women compared to a control group.
June 2021 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” This conceptual paper proposes evaluating the Ayurvedic formulation Moorvadi choornam for alleviating side effects of chemotherapy, including symptoms consistent with Garavisha lakshanas, but reports no clinical outcomes.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, Amalaki Churna, given at a dose of 3g twice daily, significantly reduced hair fall and improved hair strength in patients with non-cicatricial hair loss over 60 days, without reported adverse effects.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study observed that Prachhanna followed by Guñjā lepa was more effective than Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy with Minoxidil 5% in promoting hair regrowth and reducing symptoms of Indralupta, showing greater reductions in hair loss and itching over a 45-day period.
May 2026 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” This review explores the Charaka samhita's concept of Ashtanindita purusha, identifying eight physical constitutions traditionally regarded as undesirable due to their association with various diseases, and aims to correlate these with contemporary genetic, endocrinological, and metabolic disorders.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this clinical study, Prachhanna followed by Guñjā lepa was found to be more effective than PRP therapy with Minoxidil 5% in improving hair regrowth and reducing symptoms in patients with Indralupta (Alopecia Areata), achieving 91.14% overall improvement compared to 74.74% for the alternative treatment.
July 2022 in “Journal of bio innovation” This article discusses the role of Panchakarma, a set of five Ayurvedic therapies, in detoxifying the body, as described in traditional Ayurvedic texts.
July 2025 in “Kottakkal Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine And Research” In this case study, a 61-year-old male with chronic plaque psoriasis showed marked improvement in symptoms and quality of life after undergoing sodhana therapy and Bakuchi rasayana treatment, with a reduction in PASI score from 14.5 to 4.8 reported by the researchers.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” In this study, significant relief from symptoms of Darunaka, such as itching and dryness, was observed in a 14-year-old patient following treatment with an Ayurvedic formulation made from mango seed and Terminalia chebula powders.
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July 2003 in “PubMed” This study found that KSR1 is necessary for v-Ha-ras-mediated skin tumor formation but not for MT-driven mammary cancer, indicating its potential as a therapeutic target in Ras/MAPK signaling-related tumors.
January 2022 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” In this study of 52 patients with Indralupta, both Asthisrinkala lepa and Triphala mashi lepa showed a highly significant reduction in lesion size post-Pracchanna treatment, with Asthisrinkala lepa proving more effective compared to Triphala mashi lepa.
July 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic medicine.” In this case report, a 36-year-old woman with alopecia areata experienced significant clinical improvement, including complete hair regrowth, after undergoing a 60-day Ayurvedic treatment regimen that included Panchakarma procedures and herbal medications.
October 2022 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine” This study observed that karaviradya taila application on albino rats reduced hair growth by affecting hair follicles compared to a control group.
January 2020 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” In this study, Ayurvedic treatment including Pracchan karma, Siro lepa, and Samana chikista over four months resolved symptoms of Alopecia Areata in a woman who maintained improvement one year post-treatment.
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June 2014 in “Integrative cancer therapies” This study found that an 8-week practice of pranic meditation was associated with improved quality of life and mental health scores in breast cancer survivors, though further research is needed for confirmation.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case study reported marked improvement in hair loss symptoms for a 30-year-old woman using Ayurvedic leech therapy (Jalaukavacharana), highlighting its potential as a gentle and minimally invasive alternative to conventional alopecia treatments.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case study reports that a 30-year-old woman with persistent hair fall experienced marked improvement following leech therapy (Jalaukavacharana) performed according to classical Ayurvedic protocols.
January 2024 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” In this case report, a 30-year-old woman with sudden eyebrow and eyelash hair loss was treated using Ayurvedic methods including herbal decoctions, leech therapy, and oil massage, resulting in significant hair regrowth by the 45th and 60th days.