Important: Any persistent hair or scalp condition should be assessed by a registered medical practitioner or trichologist. If you have significant hair loss, scalp irritation or any medical symptom, please consult a registered doctor. The information below shares the classical Ayurvedic perspective on general scalp and hair wellness and is informational only. It is not a substitute for medical diagnosis, treatment or care.
Classical Ayurveda places importance on hair and scalp wellness within the broader framework of daily routine, dietary habits and general wellbeing. Classical texts discuss hair health as reflecting the state of Ojas (vitality) and the overall wellness of the body.
Traditional Ayurvedic hair-care rituals
Classical Ayurveda includes several traditional hair-care rituals practised for centuries. These are offered at Om Vedic Heritage Centre as traditional wellness experiences. They are not a treatment for any medical condition.
- Shiro Abhyanga: a traditional head massage ritual with warm herbal oil, a classical daily or weekly practice described in Ayurvedic literature.
- Shirolepam: a traditional scalp pack ritual applying herbal paste to the scalp, forming part of classical hair-care routines.
- Takradhara: a traditional continuous pouring of medicated buttermilk over the head.
- Shirodhara: a traditional continuous oil pouring over the forehead, associated in classical tradition with relaxation.
These are traditional wellness rituals. They are not medical treatments and are not used to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Individual experiences vary.
Classical lifestyle guidance for general hair wellbeing
Classical Ayurvedic texts describe several everyday lifestyle factors that classical authors associate with general scalp and hair wellbeing.
- Regular daily routine with consistent sleep timing.
- Balanced, nourishing diet with iron-rich foods and sufficient protein as part of everyday eating.
- Attention to stress and emotional wellbeing.
- Gentle scalp care including regular oil massage.
- Avoiding harsh chemicals and excessive heat styling.
- Adequate hydration.
Everyday dietary items referenced in classical Ayurveda
Everyday food items referenced in classical Ayurvedic literature for general wellbeing include fresh seasonal fruits, leafy greens, whole grains, lentils, sesame seeds and amla. These are traditional dietary references, not medical recommendations.
These are everyday wellness practices for general wellbeing. They are not a treatment for any hair or scalp medical condition. For any specific hair or scalp concern (including hair fall, premature greying, dandruff or scalp conditions), please consult a registered medical practitioner.
A note on scope of practice
Our Ayurvedic practitioners are not registered medical practitioners under the Singapore Medical Registration Act. The information on this page is informational only. For any hair or scalp condition, please consult a registered medical practitioner. A Traditional and Complementary Therapy qualification.