Dermatologist Dr Shraddha Kologi cautioned that viral home remedies like raw onion juice and overnight oiling can trigger scalp irritation, contact dermatitis, and severe dandruff.
While losing 50 to 100 hair strands daily is normal, persistent shedding accompanied by visible scalp or premature greying requires clinical evaluation rather than unproven DIY fixes like rice water.
Medical treatments such as topical minoxidil have significantly better clinical evidence than kitchen remedies for managing common hair loss conditions among young adults.