Can Applying Sindoor Cause Hairfall? Check Facts!

By Yashika Goel
12 Jun 2025, 13:30 IST

A pinch of sindoor is a symbol of marital bliss. Are you using commercial or chemical-based sindoor? Do you know prolonged use of chemical sindoor can cause hair fall and bald patches? Tap to read its side effects.

Chemical sindoor

Chemical sindoor is made of lead, sulphate and mercury. These are harmful to skin and hair and can cause allergies.

Scalp infections

Regular use of sindoor can cause burning sensations, itching and red patches on the scalp. It irritates the scalp lining.

hair loss

Using sindoor full of chemicals can weaken the hair follicles. It leads to hair thinning and partial baldness over time.

Skin allergies

Sindoor containing lead and sulphate can cause skin rashes, itching and a burning sensation. It can also lead to skin cancer.

What is real vermilion or sindoor?

Real sindoor is made from the seeds of the camellia plant. It is the only safe alternative to prevent hair loss

How to make herbal sindoor at home?

Combine a teaspoon of turmeric powder, lemon juice, baking soda, rose water, and rose petals. Red sindoor is ready to use.

Information Credits

This information is taken from ResearchGate. Always do a patch test before applying anything to your scalp directly.