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5 powerful ancient Indian herbs to control hair fall naturally this summer

Know five time-tested Indian herbs that help reduce hair fall, strengthen roots, and promote healthy hair growth naturally during harsh summer heat.

Written by Muskan Gupta | Updated : March 27, 2026 10:13 AM IST

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Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

Amla is the primordial Indian hair care ingredient that has served as a remedy for centuries due to its high content of vitamin C and antioxidants. It aids the fortification of the follicles in hair, diminishes the damage and enhances natural lustre. The scalp gets weaker in summers due to heat and sweat; hence, amla is used to cool it and feed it. You may use it as oil, juice or powder form with water or curd as a hair mask. Frequent use can also assist in slowing down greying and enhance the hair texture in general.

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Bhringraj

Bhringraj is traditionally hailed as the king of hair-hormonal hair oils and is therefore of great importance in Ayurveda to prevent hair loss and encourage hair to grow (or, indeed, reverse hair loss). It enhances blood flow to the head and serves to feed more hair roots and makes them tougher and less likely to be shed. Bhringraj oil has also been shown to be very calming to the scalp, particularly in hot weather, eliminating irritation and dryness. Also Read - Hair Fall In Summer: Fight It With Personalized Ayurvedic Solution

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Neem

Neem is commonly regarded as antibacterial and antifungal; therefore, it is particularly applicable in summer when sweat and humidity can contribute to infections and dandruff on the scalp. To cope with the problem of hair fall, a healthy scalp is necessary, and neem serves to clean and purify it. You can apply a paste made of neem leaves to calm down itchiness and flakiness, or you can use neem-infused water to take a rinse.

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Fenugreek (Methi)

Fenugreek seeds are also full of protein and nicotinic acid, which is known to make hair strong and lessen the thinning. They assist in repairing damaged hair shafts and enhancing the condition of the scalp in summer, which is very critical during the dry period. Taking a simple soak in the night before and blending the methi seeds into a paste will make a good hair mask. Regular application can make hair smoother, shinier and less prone to breakage. Also Read - Rujuta Diwekar shares top three foods to prevent hair loss this monsoon

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Hibiscus (Gudhal)

The Indian households have been using hibiscus flowers and leaves to keep their hair thick and healthy. These are abundant in vitamins and amino acids that feed the scalp and improve hair roots. It is also a natural conditioner, especially when it comes to eliminating sun exposure so as to reduce the dryness of the skin. A paste that is prepared using hibiscus leaves and flowers can be used to prevent hair fall, provide volume and make hair soft.