Indralupta Mashi

Indralupta Mashi is a classical Ayurvedic formulation traditionally used to treat Indralupta, which refers to Alopecia Areata — sudden hair loss in patches due to autoimmune or other imbalances. The term “Mashi” means a medicinal ash or powdered formulation usually made by burning herbs in a controlled manner.

🌿 What is Indralupta Mashi?

It’s a blackish ash or fine powder prepared by burning specific herbs known to:

• Stimulate hair follicles
• Reduce scalp inflammation
• Balance doshas (especially Pitta and Vata)
• Promote healthy regrowth

🧪 Classical Ingredients (May vary slightly by tradition):

Some commonly used ingredients in Indralupta Mashi include:

• Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) – Improves hair growth, calms the mind
• Neem (Azadirachta indica) – Anti-fungal, detoxifying
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – Balances all doshas, promotes detox
• Bhringraj (Eclipta alba) – Renowned hair tonic
• Ashwagandha – Reduces stress-induced hair loss

These are charred or burned to create the Mashi (ash), and then sometimes mixed with carrier oils or herbal decoctions for application.

💆‍♂️ How to Use Indralupta Mashi

1. Make a paste: Mix a small amount of the mashi with:
   • Warm water
   • Coconut oil
   • Sesame oil
   • Or herbal decoctions like Triphala kwath
2. Apply to affected scalp areas.
3. Leave it on for 30 mins to 1 hour.
4. Wash off with mild herbal shampoo or lukewarm water.
5. Use 2–3 times a week, or as prescribed by an Ayurvedic practitioner.

⚠️ Important Notes:

• It’s a potent formulation, usually used under Ayurvedic guidance.
• Do a patch test first, especially if you have a sensitive scalp.
• For chronic hair loss, pairing it with internal Ayurvedic treatments (like stress management, liver detox, or rasayana herbs) often gives better results.