Hirsutism is a condition characterised by excessive facial hair growth in women. The condition often results from elevated androgen levels during adulthood. In Ayurveda, this condition is linked to an imbalance of the Kapha and Pitta doshas, which can disrupt overall health and beauty, particularly around sensitive areas. Hirsutism treatment in Ayurveda focuses on restoring balance through dietary modifications, fitness routines, and natural remedies to reduce hair growth, promote holistic health, and enhance beauty.
As per the doshas model of Ayurveda, an abnormal rise in both Pitta and Kapha doshas levels leads to an upsurge of Androgen Hormones directly responsible for increased facial hair. Some of the causes of Facial Hair in Women include:
Hormonal Imbalance: Disorders such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) could be a contributory factor because when there is an excessive secretion of male hormones such as testosterone that may lead to facial hair.
Genetics: A family history of Hirsutism can increase the chances of excessive hair growth in women.
Stress and Lifestyle Factors: Chronic stress and poor lifestyle habits lead to disturbances in hormone secretion, which in turn cause changes in the hair growth pattern.
Kapha and Pitta's Imbalance: These dosha imbalances can disturb the body’s endocrine system functionality and may lead to excessive hair growth on the face.
Facial Hirsutism is characterised by hairy areas on women's faces, such as the back of the neck, upper lip, chin, and sideburns.
Hirsutism hair is different, as it stimulates the growth of thicker, coarser and darker hair, compared to vellus hair, which is fine.
Hirsutism is frequently associated with other hormonal symptoms, such as Amenorrhea or the presence of acne.
Hair growth can occur in the crown and other areas of the body that are less hair-covered in women.
Jiva’s Ayunique™ treatment philosophy follows a holistic approach to healthcare and well-being. It aims to treat Hirsutism by correcting hormonal imbalances and addressing the underlying causes. All our therapies are individualised, and as much as alleviating the signs and symptoms is essential, overall endocrine system function and health are always considered.
Ayurvedic Therapies: To overcome Hirsutism, Panchakarma, Shirodhara, Abhyanga, or similar detox therapies are recommended as part of Jiva’s treatment protocol. Cleansing bodily tissues using these therapies removes toxins and balances the doshas and regulation of hormones.
HACCP- certified Ayurvedic Medicines: Scientifically formulated medicines may help regulate facial hair growth by correcting endocrine imbalances and maintaining skin health.
Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations: Our practitioners suggest dietary modifications that reduce androgen levels, balance Pitta and Kapha doshas, and restore skin health.
Yoga and Meditation: Practising yoga, meditation, and pranayama in one’s daily routine can help decrease stress, reach a state of hormonal balance, and may help ease Hirsutism.
Ayurvedic Medicines for Hirsutism: Ayurveda has natural treatments and herbal products that help manage Hirsutism by normalising the hormones and assisting in the skin’s health. Some of the Ayurvedic Medicines for facial hair removal are:
Spearmint: It has anti-androgens that aid in lowering male hormone levels in women, thus reducing facial hair to an extent.
Triphala: A detoxifying solid agent that helps with hormonal imbalance due to the cleansing of the digestive tract and helps with the body's overall management.
Ashwagandha: It helps balance hormones by lowering stress and regulating the Endocrine system and its glands.
Aloe Vera: It helps relax and moisturise the skin, making facial hair less prominent and promoting healthy skin.
Turmeric: Known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-brightening properties, turmeric can help reduce facial hair growth and enhance skin clarity.
Hirsutism is a disorder characterised by excessive, coarse, dark hair growth in women, usually on the face and other body parts.
Hirsutism is a condition that is more often than not a result of endocrine dysfunctions involving the presence of androgens and other lifestyle as well as hereditary and genetic causes.
Ayurveda provides a systemic treatment for facial hair through dosha imbalance correction, hormonal equilibrium optimisation, and employment in herbal preparation.
The use of some herbs, such as Ashwagandha, Spearmint, and triphala, has been linked to the moderation of facial hair growth through hormonal reinforcing.
Yes, Ayurveda recommends dietary changes, lifestyle changes, and herbal medicine that, over time, will reduce the growth of facial hair in women.
Yes, stress can lead to hormonal imbalance and stress-induced symptoms, which in turn can increase androgen levels and, ultimately, facial hair.
Avoid processed foods, refined sugars, and high quantities of dairy, as these will aggravate the Kapha and Pitta doshas, leading to hormonal irregularities.
Ayurveda believes in treating disorders from the root cause and emphasises restoring the body's natural balance, but with persistent succession, facial hair growth can be diminished.
Each person is different, so the results can not be generalised. Nevertheless, timely and regular Ayurveda sessions, together with lifestyle changes, can show considerable effectiveness over time.
Stress reduction, balanced diet, daily yoga practice, and hydration may play a key role in managing the symptoms of Hirsutism.
