Every day, our skin is exposed to a lot of sunlight, pollutants in the air, chemicals, etc. These have a major impact on our skin. In addition, the skin may also develop skin conditions such as dry skin, allergic skin reactions, pimples, etc. The foundation of Ayurvedic skin care is traditional Indian medicine. They offer Ayurvedic facials, remedies for skin conditions, and herbal skin care products.

How does Dosha in Ayurveda define skin type?

Skin type is described as skin prone to acne, oily skin, etc. which are common in the skin care area. In contrast to Ayurveda, where skin care is based on doshas.

  • Vata Dosha: Thin, sensitive skin that can be quite drying is a sign of the Vata dosha. It is prone to fine pores, wrinkles, and lines.
  • Pitta Dosha: Mostly sensitive skin that breaks out regularly. The Pitta Dosha can cause oily skin that may even break out in rashes.
  • Kapha Dosha: Oily skin with big pores and blackheads is a sign of the Kapha Dosha. Acne from the Kapha Dosha might progress to skin eczema.

Which Herb from Ayurveda Is Good for Skin?

Skin care products include essential oils, face oils, herbal extracts, and fruit extracts. There are several ways to use herbs and oils, including:

  • Anti-aging: Special substances used in the ayurvedic anti-aging treatment, helps to promote youthfulness and nourish the skin. These often include collagen production in our skin that may be enhanced by Gotu kola, Indian gooseberry (amla), a vitamin C-rich fruit, etc.
  • Brightening: In Ayurveda, glowing skin is considered youthful and healthy. Ayurveda recommends using the plants that help to clean up ama skin, or build up metabolic waste. These consist of vetiver, sandalwood, sarsaparilla indica, and hadu kola.
  • Anti-inflammatory: The skin may get inflamed due to environmental pollutants, sunshine, chemicals, stress, and allergens. Herbs that reduce inflammation can help to protect the skin. Typical herbs are frankincense, tree of silk cotton, rose, etc.
  • Wound Recovery: Also frequently used to treat wounds, eczema, psoriasis, and scars are gotu kola supplements.

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