Scope of Trichology in Ayurveda
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2018, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
From the ages, human beings want to look beautiful. There are many references in classics and history books regarding the methods of beautification and maintenance of beauty. Ayurveda teaches that beauty, health and a happy long life are achievable only by understanding how all aspects of life contributes to bring balance to the body and mind. In Ayurveda inner and outer beauty are intimately related. Outer beauty is what we most commonly consider as the field of beauty. It includes the obvious traits such as contour of the body, texture of the skin, and the quality of the hair. The hair plays an important role in making body externally beautiful. Nice and good-looking long hair makes a person mentally enthusiastic and healthy indeed. Now a days a separate branch of dermatology known as Trichology which deals with hair growth and hair disease etc; is becoming extensively popular. In Ayurveda hair is referred to ‘Kesha’. Detailed descriptions regarding formation of hair, care of hair, hair diseases and their treatment with numerous herbal preparations and therapies are found in the rich heritage of Ayurveda. Ayurveda can immensely contribute in hair care. This article includes detailed description of Ayurvedic aspect of Trichology based on various references found in Ayurvedic texts.
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Ankita . , Bipan Chander, Shaily Jalan
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