Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub that grows in Asia and Africa and is commonly used for stress. While there is little evidence for its use as an "adaptogen," ashwagandha is believed to help the body resist physical and mental stress. There are several benefits of ashwagandha for hair, including:

Positive:

• Stress-induced hair fall: Ashwagandha is a great ingredient for stress-induced hair fall.
• Stress-related hair loss: Ashwagandha can help with stress-related hair loss.
• Improved resistance to stress: A small study of 64 people found that taking a high concentration of ashwagandha root extract improved a person’s resistance to stress and improved their quality of life.
• Soothed inflammation: Ashwagandha has some anti-inflammatory properties that may help with inflammation of hair follicles, which could lead to alopecia areata, a type of autoimmune disease-triggered hair loss.
• Improved hair health: Ashwagandha can improve hair health, but it depends on why you’re experiencing hair loss.

Negative:

• Increased testosterone levels: Ashwagandha increases testosterone levels, which then converts to DHT, causing hair loss in people who are genetically predisposed to pattern baldness.

It is important to note that ashwagandha is not a direct treatment for hair loss or a hair growth stimulant. However, it can help with stress-related hair loss and improve hair health. If you are experiencing hair loss, it is recommended to consult a certified Ayurvedic Doctor before using ashwagandha.