In many Indian households, scalp oiling and massage are seen as weekly rituals-often passed down from mothers and grandmothers. But while the practice may feel old-school or even outdated in a world of fancy serums and gadgets, there’s more to Ayurvedic scalp massage than just tradition.

Modern research is beginning to catch up with what Ayurveda has known for centuries: gentle, intentional scalp massage can do more than relax you-it can actually support better hair growth.