Ayurvedic Skin Care Tips You Need to Try for Glowing Skin
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Every woman desires to have a glowing and radiant skin without spending much on skin care products and without investing much time on it. But very few women are blessed with naturally glowing and clear skin, and also those who have the privilege to spend ample pounds on cosmetics and skin care treatments. We cannot emphasize enough on how crucial it is to follow a daily skin care regime which you can practice at home with minimal efforts and time. The daily wear and tear, pollution, lifestyle, inadequate sleep, all of these contribute to forming acne, pimples, blackheads, dark circles, blemishes, tanning, etc.
If you are someone who is looking to get rid of these skin care issues then you are at the right place. In this blog post, we shall guide you towards the Ayurvedic skin care tips and remedies that you can try at the comfort of your home and get glowing skin. You can include these DIY Ayurveda tips and remedies in your daily skin care regime and witness the wonder that these powerful ancient remedies can do for your skin.
Ayurveda has bountiful benefits from hair to toe, for skin, hair, or body pain – be it internal or external. Falling back on the ayurvedic remedies and treatments for skin care is never a bad idea. Ayurvedic home remedies for skin care aims to target specific skin types and needs. Ayurvedic treatments like body and face oils, packs or lepa’s, scrubs or ubtans, can help nourish your skin, treat acne, remove blemishes, open clogged pores, and unveil the natural glow of your face and body.
1. Understanding your skin type as per your Dosha’s:
Ayurvedic treatments are based on the skin type. As per Ayurveda, an individual’s nature falls in any one of the three dosha’s types i.e., Vata (air), Pitta (fire), or Kapha (water and earth). Each skin type reflects the characteristic of the dominant dosha and accordingly it requires a specific treatment based on dosha type.
· Vata Dosha: Individuals having vata as their dominant dosha have dry and rough skin that can be cool to the touch and get flaky and dehydrated, especially in cold or windy conditions. It requires regular nourishment and moisturization using warm oils and nourishing lotions.
· Pitta Dosha: Individuals having pitta as their dominant dosha tend to have oily skin that may be prone to acne and rosacea. Their skin is prone to sensitivity, redness, inflammation, acne, and rashes, especially in hot or humid environments. They require cooling, and soothing treatments using anti-inflammatory herbs, and oils that help cool the skin and balance the body heat.
· Kapha Dosha: Individuals having kapha as their dominant dosha tend to have cold and oily skin type and are more often prone to oiliness, enlarged pores, and issues like acne or blackheads, or clogged pores. They require regular cleansing and mild exfoliation to remove impurities, sebum, and get rid of clogged pores.
2. Regular Cleansing:
Having a clean face is the primary step that you need to practice in your routine. Use natural cleansers to remove the dirt, impurities, make-up marks, etc. For this step you can use raw milk that will not only help cleanse the face but will also hydrate and nourish it. You can also use Shankara’s Hydrating Cleansers customized as per your skin type and dosha’s, made using all clean and ayurvedic ingredients to provide maximum benefits and suffice your skin’s need.
3. Hydrate & Moisturize:
Hydration is the key to get glowing and flawless looking skin. You must hydrate well and use lock in the moisture, to make it look soft and supple and avoid getting dry and flaky skin. Aloe Vera gel is an excellent moisturizer for all skin types. You can consider using Shankara’s Moisturizers available in a wide range as per your skin’s requirement.
4. Use Herbal Face Masks:
UsingHerbal face masks helps to deeply nourish the skin, promote cell regeneration, and rejuvenate the skin’s natural glow. It is made using all natural ingredients and are gentle on the skin, minimizing the risk of irritation, allergies, or long-term damage. You can also consider using Shankara’s Deep Pore Cleansing Mask. It is a purifying face mask made using White Clay, Tea Tree Oil, and Neem to restore your skin’s natural radiance and luster. It penetrates into the deepest layers of the skin to remove impurities, absorb excess oil and give a healthy and fresh look.
5. Nourish Your Skin with Natural Oils:
Natural and ayurvedic oils have significant importance in Ayurveda. It focuses on providing optimum nourishment, protection, and quick healing of the skin. You can also use ayurvedic face oils by Shankara like the Kumkumadi Oil that is crafted by hand stirring Ayurveda-backed ingredients like red-gold saffron (Kumkuma) over a slow flame for several days. It aims to deeply nourish, moisturize, and brighten your skin.
6. Gentle Exfoliation:
Your skin needs a gentle and mild exfoliation once or twice in a week, depending on the skin type. Just a gentle scrubbing or exfoliating helps rub away the impurities, excess sebum, and unclogs the pores. A mild exfoliation using Besan or gram flour with milk and rose water will help you get rid of the impurities. Shankara’s Gheesutra Nourishing Exfoliator is the ideal and best exfoliator having the goodness of 100x washed ghee.
7. Practice Abhyanga:
Massaging your skin with natural and ayurvedic oils is known as Abhyanga in Ayurveda. It helps to detoxify, improve circulation, and promote a radiant complexion. You can use Shankara’s Body Oils as per your preference and body requirements from a wide range of ayurvedic body oils. Performing a gentle massage in circular motions helps rejuvenate the skin and balance doshas.
8. Sip Herbal Tea:
Drinking herbal tea not just helps with detoxification of the digestive system but it also helps in bringing out a clear and radiant skin. Green tea is known for its rich antioxidant properties that helps reduce early signs of aging, fine lines, and wrinkles. It also helps to reduce acne, breakouts and maintain a flawless skin.
8. Follow Healthy Diet:
Following a healthy diet includes incorporating green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, fruits, dairy products, and lentils in your diet. Avoid having sugar, aerated drinks, and junk food that does more harm to your skin than you can think and also reduces the body's resistance power to fight infections and flu.
9. Lifestyle Changes:
Ayurveda recommends following dinacharya, i.e., waking up early, performing self-care rituals, practicing pranayama and meditation, eating healthy and nutritious cooked food, and most importantly getting good sleep of at least 7-8 hours for tissue repair, mental balance, and dosha regulation.
Ayurveda emphasizes holistic well-being and following a routine for oneself, a proper balance of all the above-mentioned tips will not only ensure a glowing and radiant skin but it will also enhance your health and promote overall wellness.
Let’s bring these tips into practice for a healthy and happy life ahead
