Nail rubbing, also known as balayam, is an ancient yoga practice that is believed to promote hair growth by targeting the hair follicles. The practice involves rubbing the nails against each other to stimulate them, which is believed to activate the nerves and improve blood circulation to the scalp and hair follicles. However, mainstream medicine does not have any evidence linking nail rubbing with hair growth. While alternative treatments like acupuncture, ayurveda, homeopathy, and naturopathy tend to support the claims, there is not much scientific evidence to back up the positive claims.
Anecdotal evidence suggests that nail rubbing can help relieve stress and reduce hair loss. However, pregnant women, hypertensive individuals, and those with nail ailments must avoid nail rubbing for hair growth. Balayam does not recommend rubbing thumbnails as it is believed to stimulate facial hair growth.
There are no specific ingredients or materials required for nail rubbing, but some sources recommend avoiding chemical- and alcohol-based products on your skin, including your scalp and hair, and instead combining a nail rubbing ritual with clean, cruelty-free, natural, non-toxic hair wellness products.
In summary, while there is no scientific evidence to support the claims that nail rubbing promotes hair growth, anecdotal evidence suggests that it may help relieve stress and reduce hair loss. Nail rubbing is a safe practice, but pregnant women, hypertensive individuals, and those with nail ailments must avoid it. There are no specific ingredients or materials required for nail rubbing, but some sources recommend avoiding chemical- and alcohol-based products on your skin, including your scalp and hair, and instead combining a nail rubbing ritual with clean, cruelty-free, natural, non-toxic hair wellness products.
