Important: Hair loss and premature greying can have many underlying causes, some of which require medical assessment. If you have significant or sudden hair loss, please consult a registered medical practitioner or trichologist. 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 discusses hair health as reflecting the broader state of the body. Classical texts describe general wellbeing, dietary balance, stress and daily routine as factors associated with healthy hair.

Lifestyle factors described in classical texts

Classical texts describe several lifestyle factors that classical authors associate with hair wellbeing. These are presented as traditional references, not as medical causation.

• Stress and lifestyle pressure
• Insufficient sleep
• Diet lacking in variety and freshness
• Hereditary tendency
• Harsh scalp treatments
• Natural changes with age

If you are experiencing significant hair loss, please see a registered medical practitioner for assessment. Many conditions that cause hair changes benefit from medical care, and some are entirely reversible with proper treatment.

Traditional Ayurvedic hair-care rituals

Classical Ayurveda includes traditional scalp and hair rituals that have been 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.
• Shirolepam: a traditional scalp pack ritual with herbal paste.
• Nasyam: a traditional nasal oil ritual described in classical daily routine.

These are traditional wellness rituals. Individual experiences vary.

Classical lifestyle guidance for general hair wellbeing

• Balanced, nourishing daily meals with fresh foods.
• Adequate hydration.
• Consistent sleep timing.
• Managing stress through gentle practices such as meditation or yoga.
• Gentle scalp care, avoiding harsh chemicals and excessive heat styling.
• Regular gentle oil massage.

These are everyday wellness practices for general wellbeing. They are not a treatment for any hair or scalp condition.

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 medical condition affecting your hair or scalp (including sudden or significant hair loss, scalp conditions, hormonal, nutritional or thyroid-related changes), please consult a registered medical doctor. A Traditional and Complementary Therapy qualification.