Theory Of Ertha's Ayurvedic Head Massage Oil

The theory of Ayurvedic hair oil is deeper and more holistic than regular hair oil — it's based on balancing the body's energies (doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) to promote not just hair health, but overall well-being.

Here’s the core idea:

• Balance of Doshas: According to Ayurveda, hair issues like hair fall, premature greying, and dryness happen when your doshas, especially Pitta (the energy of heat and metabolism), are out of balance. Ayurvedic hair oils are designed with herbs and oils that cool, nourish, and balance the doshas.

• Medicated Oils: Ayurvedic hair oils are often infused with herbs like Bhringraj, Amla, Brahmi, Neem, and Ashwagandha. These herbs are cooked into a base oil (like coconut, sesame, or almond oil) to extract their medicinal properties.

• Deep Nourishment: The theory says the scalp is an extension of the skin and brain ("majja dhatu" in Ayurveda). Oiling strengthens the nervous system through the scalp and nourishes deeper tissues, not just hair.

• Cooling and Calming: Many Ayurvedic oils have a cooling effect. This calms an overheated scalp (a Pitta issue) and relieves stress — stress being another cause of hair fall according to Ayurveda.

• Ritual and Consistency: Regular hair oiling (called Shiro Abhyanga) is not just a treatment but a ritual — often done weekly — to detox the scalp, stimulate blood circulation, and relax the mind.

In short: Ayurvedic hair oil isn't just cosmetic — it’s therapeutic. It's about tuning the body, mind, and spirit to grow healthy hair naturally.