October 2018 in “Ayurlog: national journal of research in ayurveda science” This article discusses methods to enhance scalp hair strength and beauty according to Ayurvedic principles, without presenting new clinical results, and emphasizes understanding various aspects of hair health from Ayurvedic texts.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This case report describes significant improvement in a 23-year-old male with alopecia areata of toxic origin after 10 days of Ayurvedic treatment involving Shamana and Shodhana therapies, as new hair emerged.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This review explores the potential of herbal therapies and modern delivery methods for managing premature hair greying, highlighting promising plant-based treatments and emphasizing the need for clinical trials to validate their effectiveness.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” This case report details a 19-year-old female with autoimmune hair loss successfully managed using an integrated Ayurvedic approach, achieving complete hair regrowth and symptom resolution within two months, suggesting potential efficacy for autoimmune conditions warranting further study.
August 2024 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” In this case, ayurvedic medicines were reported to effectively manage a patient with alopecia areata, with fewer side effects and reduced relapse rates compared to conventional treatments.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” This study provides a comprehensive review of Ayurvedic insights into Darunaka, suggesting that its management principles can still improve quality of life by addressing underlying pathophysiology.
February 2024 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” This case study suggests that Ayurvedic treatment, including Karanj oil, herbal churna, and leech therapy, provided significant hair regrowth in a 16-year-old with alopecia areata after three months, despite previous unsuccessful conventional medicine treatments.
June 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” In this case report, a 19-year-old female with hair fall and thinning identified as Khalitya in Ayurveda showed significant improvement in hair growth and shine after applying Malatyadi tailam, an Ayurvedic herbal oil blend, and following general hair care recommendations.
In this case study, a 26-year-old female with hair fall, dandruff, scalp itching, and dry hair reported improvements after using Dhatturadi Tail and taking Yashtimadhu churna with milk, evaluated through a custom scoring system, according to researchers at the National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur.
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.
February 2020 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” This article explores Ayurvedic approaches to treating hair disorders and provides no new clinical results, highlighting practices like using herbal treatments for hair loss and greying.
January 2026 in “National Journal of Maxillofacial Surgery” In this study, the application of hibiscus hair oil combined with Gua-sha improved eyebrow hair rejuvenation more effectively than hibiscus oil alone in female participants, enhancing microcirculation and aesthetic features after 30 days.
June 2026 in “International Journal Of Ayurvedic And Herbal Medicine” In this case report, a 23-year-old male with alopecia areata in the beard area experienced significant improvement, with tiny hairs appearing, after 10 days of combined Ayurvedic Shamana and Shodhana therapies.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this case report, a 23-year-old male with a circular alopecia patch in the beard, diagnosed as Dushivishajanya Indralupta in Ayurveda, showed significant improvement, including new hair growth, after 10 days of Ayurvedic Shamana and Shodhana therapies.
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.
December 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” In this case study, a 22-year-old woman with hair fall, dryness, and thinness on her scalp experienced improved blood circulation, hair growth, and shine after using Nilibhrungarajadi tailam, an Ayurvedic herbal oil, for head massage and hair care.
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.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” In this study, an 18-year-old female with vitiligo underwent Pracchana Karma and Ayurvedic treatments, resulting in progressive skin re-pigmentation and improved quality of life without adverse effects.
September 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” In this study, adults with diffuse hair loss applied Bhringraj Taila to their scalps daily, resulting in significant reductions in hair fall, dandruff, and itching after four weeks, without reported adverse effects.
July 2023 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” This review highlights that Ayurvedic texts regard hair characteristics as diagnostic tools to understand health status and disease progression.
September 2021 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This study reported that in 31 patients with diffuse hair loss, daily application of Bhringraj oil significantly reduced hair fall, dandruff, itching, and dryness over four weeks, without any adverse reactions.
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January 2013 in “Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine” This study found that detoxifying Abrus precatorius seeds through an Ayurvedic process removed toxicity while retaining hair growth efficacy, suggesting the process is effective in reducing toxins.
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.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Versatile Research and Analysis” The study found that a combination of Ayurvedic treatments, including Shamana Aushadhi and Nasya, administered for one month, significantly reduced symptoms such as hair fall, dandruff, itching, and scalp dryness in people experiencing Khalitya Roga (hair loss), with no reported adverse reactions.
January 2024 in “Sanjeevani Darshan National Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of a treatment approach called Sthanika Chikitsa, involving Shiro Lepa and specific herbal and nasal preparations, for managing Indralupta, a condition akin to Alopecia Areata characterized by hair loss. Results are not provided in the abstract.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” This case study observed that hijāmah bil shart (wet cupping) led to significant improvements in hair texture, reduced shedding, and overall scalp health in a 34-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects.
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.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review outlines the Ayurvedic approach to managing hair loss, emphasizing balancing doshas and utilizing herbs and therapies like Bhringraj and Shirodhara to promote hair regrowth and overall scalp health, according to this source.
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January 2023 in “AYUSHDHARA” This paper reviews the Ayurvedic formulation Nilibhringadi Taila, which is claimed to improve hair quality and treat issues such as split hairs, premature greying, and baldness, and emphasizes the need for further research on its uses and effectiveness.
January 2009 in “Fashion business” This study found that applying Ayurvedic base oils and essential oils can effectively reduce the bacterial colony on the scalp, especially when matched to individual constitutional types.