Ayurvedic Skin Care
AYURVEDIC SKIN CARE IN WINTER SEASON - Kajal N. K.
Getting on to winter season we can notice cracked lips, cracked heels and dry skin! All this can be easily dealt by doing some simple Ayurvedic rituals, and thereby making the winter looking all pretty and pink in you!! Due to it being cold and windy in winters it is important to maintain the balance of the vata and kapha doshas. A few simple things you can incorporate in your daily routine during the winters. 1. ABHYANGA (BODY MASSAGE) - the best way to nourish the largest organ of your body, that is right your skin!! A daily 10 min self- full body massage right before your shower (on empty stomach) will maintain excellent health of your skin. Pure sesame oil is best due to its warming properties, The Ancient Ayurveda | Nov-Dec 2020 | Page 39
also Balashwagandadi taila can be used for its rejuvenating and strengthening properties. Abhyanga improves the texture of skin making it soft & supple, improves circulation and lymphatic drainage, slows the ageing process, and improves muscle tone as well. 2. USE OF SNANA CHURNAS - After Abhyanga bath powders can be used instead of the conventional harsh soaps. A combination of powders of triphala, neem, and chickpea can be applied on the skin and scrubbed to remove the oil from the body followed by warm water shower. This adds to the effect of Abhyanga and keeps the skin clear and healthy. 3. VYAYAMA (EXERCISE) - Exercise will help you warm up and sweat those toxins out and keep your
