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                                                                                      "RUDRAKUNTAL HAIR OIL & LEHAM "

Statistics shows that about 40% of men have noticeable hair loss by the age of 35, 65% by the age of 60, and 80% by age 80.Male pattern baldness and female pattern hair loss are the most common conditions.
Common Hair Problems
1) Dandruff 2) Hair Loss 3) Dry Hair 4) Spit Ends 5) Oily/Greasy Hair 6) Frizzy Hair
7) Dull Hair 8) Heat Damaged Hair 9) Color Damaged Hair 10) Gray Hair
Ayurveda perspective on Common Hair Problems
Ayurvedic literature like Chraksamhita, Shushurut smahita, Ashtang sangraha,Sharangdhar smahita, Bhavprakash and Baishjyaratnawali had explicitly mention about Hair, diet affecting hair, disease related with hair and their management. Aacharya Charaka and Shushruta mention hair as a "mala "of "Asthi Dhatu" whereas Aacharya sharanadar mention it as" Upadhatu " of "Maaja Dhatu".

Aacharya Sushruta has mention samprapti of  khalitya -

“Romakupanugam pittam vaaten saha murchitam |

Prachyavayati romani tata: shleshma sahshonitam||

Runadhi romkupanstu taato anyesham sambhav|

Tad indraluptam khalitya rujyeti ch vibhajyate||”. Su. Ni. 13/32-33

Due to untoward diet and life style Vaata dosha and Pitta dosha gets vitiated and targets the hair follicles, results in to hairfall. It is followed by vitiation of Rakta and kapha dosha which leads to inflammatory changes and complete closure of hair follicle. Strotasa that gets involved in variousdiseases related to Hair are-Rasavaha , Asthiaha , Majjavaha , Swedavaha and Purishavha strotas.

Causative Factors/ Nidan

Virudh aahara vihara, excesses use of Lavan ras, pitta vardhaka aahara vihara, hina, mithya, and aatiyoga of aahara, nidra and bhramachaya, consumption of dushi visha, use of polluted water, living in polluted  environment, non-application of oil on the scalp.

Factors responsible for hair problems

Air and water pollutants, phototoxic effects of sunlight, minerals in water, chlorine in swimming pools, using a harsh shampoo, washing hair too often, perms and dyes, hair treatments (Excessive blow-drying or use of a curling iron or straightening iron, chemicals in relaxers, hair straightners), male pattern baldness (Androgenic alopecia), nutrition - deficiencies of Biotin, Protein, Zinc, Iron, copper, Hypervitaminosis A, malnutrition, infections, fungal infection, folliculitis, dissecting cellulitis, secondary syphilis, demodex folliculorum, stress, hormonal changes like those in pregnancy, puberty, menopause and hypothyroidism.

Medications-Temporary or permanent hair loss can be caused by several medications, including those for Blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, cholesterol, acne, steroids, contraceptive pills' hormone replacement therapy, chemotherapy etc.

In a nutshell all above causative factors lead to acceleration of normal hair rhythm and disruption of hair cycle, damage to hair matrix, damage to hair follicle, damage to melanocyts, damage to scalp and altered  nourishment of hairs.

Treatment Approach for hair problems

As per Charka and shushruta Moordha taila (application of oil to the head) is highly beneficial for the brain, sense organs, nerves and hairs. It not only cures disorders related to head,neck, brain, sense organs, nerves and hairs ,but it also keeps many diseases at bay. Thus Morrdha thaila acts as a preventive and curative measure.

"Nityam sneha aardam shirasaha shiraha shoolam na jaayate

Na khaalityam na paalityam na keshaaha prapatanti cha

Balaha shiraha kapaalaanaam isheshena abhivardhate

Dridha moolaaha cha deerghaaha cha krishnaa keshaabhavati hi

Indriyaanaam praseedanti su  twak bhavati cha aananam

Nidraa laabhaha sukham cha syaat moordhni tailam nishevanaat" Cha.su.s.5/81-83

when oil is applied on scalp it preents headache, baldness, premature greying of hairs,hair fall,helps hair to get deep rooted,long dense and pich black color, improves sense organ health, improves  glow and complexion of the face, induce good sleep and relieves stress.

As per Shushruta

"Shiro rogaan tathaa rogaaha shiro ablhyanga upakarshitatha

keshaanaam maardavam darighyam bahutvam snigdha krushnataam

karoti shirasha truptim sutvakkam api cha aananam

Santarpanam cha indriyaanaam shirasaha paripooranam "-Shu.Chi.24/25,26

"Shiro rogaan tathaa rogaaha shiro ablhyanga upakarshitatha

keshaanaam maardavam darighyam bahutvam snigdha krushnataam

karoti shirasha truptim sutvakkam api cha aananam

Santarpanam cha indriyaanaam shirasaha paripooranam "-Shu.Chi.24/25,26

Shiro abhyanga is the treatment of choice for shiro rogas. Its benefits-Hairs become smooth, long, dense, oily and black. shirasha  and indraya are nourished, face skin becomes beautiful and glamorous.

Key ingredients of RUDRAKUNTAL HAIR OIL

1. Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)
2. Jatamansi (Nardostachys Jatamansi )
3. Amla (Emblica Officinalis)
4. Jaswand flower( Hibiscusrosa-sinensis)
5. Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Miller)
6. Manjishtha ( Rubia cordifolia)
7. Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus)
8. Kadunimba (Azadirachta indica)
9. Bhringaraj (Eclipta Alba)
10. Vidang (Embelia ribes)
11. Dhane ( Coriander seed)
12. Talispatra (Abies webbiana)
13. Til taila (sesame oil)
14. Coconut taila (Coconut oil). etc.

Key Ingredients of  Rudrakuntal Leham:

1. 1.Eclipta alba
2. Embilica officinalis
3. Terminalia chebula,
4. Terminalia bellirica,
5. Acacia catechu,
6. Plumbago zeylanica,
7. Semecarpus anacardium,
8. Embelia ribes
9. Incinerated copper
10. Ferric oxide
11. Cow ghee
12. Cow Milk
13. Sugar
14. Honey. etc.

Why RUDRAKUNTAL HAIR OIL AND LEHAM?

• Promotes new hair growth
• Increase hair follicle count
• Increases the percentage of follicles in anagen phase
• Increases hair growth by converting follicles from telogen to anagen phase
• Revitalizes Damaged Hair by reducing oxidative stress
• Shield Hair Protein -Fatty acids bind to the protein in hair and protect both the roots and strands of hair from breakage.
• Protects hair from Harmful Sun Light- It is a natural sunscreen forms a protective coat around the hair protecting it against the harmful rays and also saves it from the damaging effects of pollution.
• Treats premature graying by alteration in secretion and transfer of melanocytes
• Enhances hair color
• Cures and prevent dandruff
• Strengthens hair strands
• Prevents split ends- Thermal, chemical or mechanical stress cause split ends
• Seal in Moisture and prevent Frizzy hair
• Contain Antibacterial and Antifungal Properties
• Provides micronutrients to hair
• Leham helps to improve function of Rasaavaha, Asthiavha and Majjavaha strotas
• Reach source of vitamin C, Vitamin E, vitamin K, Omega 3,6,9 and minerals such as Iron, Copper, Magnesium, Calcium and Phosphorus.

Directions for use of  Rudrakuntal hair oil-Gently massage hair roots with  1 to 2 teaspoon (up to 10ml) of Rudrakuntal hair oil leave it for sometime(Ideally 2 hours) or if applied at night time ,leave it overnight.

Directions for use of Rudrakuntal leham-

1/4 tsp after breakfast and dinner with milk or water.

Do's-

Use Rudrakuntal hair oil at least 3 -4 times a week

Always use cold /room temperature water for hair wash

Drink lots of water and eat lots of raw fruits and fresh vegetables

Don'ts-

Do not expose hair after oiling to dust and wind.

Avoid using too much of blow dryers or straightening irons on your hair.

It’s harmful to shampoo your hair daily

Don’t pull your hair too tightly while hair styling or doing ponytail

Avoid rubbing your damp hair with towel

Use Rudrakuntal Leham along with oil for better results .

Dr.Mangesh Mudgal

Panchakarma specialist,CIPR, CBH (USA)

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