Skin plays a very vital role in protecting the internal organs from the external environment. And, therefore it is very important to maintain skin’s integrity and health. Certain factors such as prolonged sun exposure, pollutants, chemicals, etc. can have some harsh effects on the skin. Skin infections, inflammation, and other disorders can also affect the skin. Skin diseases should be taken seriously as most increase the risk of systemic infection. An Ayurvedic Facial is one of the best natural beauty treatments to get the healthy and glowing skin. It includes a massage using some special herbal oils or creams.
Ayurveda offers some special panchakarma treatments like Shodhana therapies and Ayurvedic facial is an important therapy. It uses special oils or cream to form a natural facelift massage. Ayurvedic facial can also be performed using some special herbs that show anti-aging properties leading to the wrinkle-free skin. Apart from Ayurvedic facial, some other therapies such as Virechana which helps in ditoxification of our body and purifies our blood, this purified blood helps our body to give good complexion, glow and normal color of skin.
Virechana treatment gives following benefits
- Restores lost moisture
- Imparts glow to dull skin
- Reduces sagging of facial skin
- Tones and tightens the skin
- Removes facial toxins
- Retains overall youth and vitality of the facial tissues
- Exfoliates the skin
The fine rice used for scrubbing exfoliates the skin and facilitate removal of dead skin. The massage procedure improves blood circulation and the herbal mask absorbs excess oil to make the skin glow and appear youthful. However, if you have skin infections or acne, you are not recommended to take Ayurvedic facials.
Who doesn’t dream of having a glowing and a clear complexion? Ayurveda is one of the best solutions for any skin disorders or even for regular skin care. Instead of opting for chemical-infused facials, which provide a temporary glow, Ayurvedic facials help enhance the radiance from within. A permanent result, the skin improves each time you opt for an Ayurveda skincare routine, giving you a clear complexion in a few weeks or months.
Today, because of pollutions, chemicals, harmful sunrays, etc. the damage can be done immediately. However, by following a regular Ayurvedic skincare routine, you can avoid the same.
Benefits of Ayurvedic treatments for skin:
- Hydrates the skin
- Adds glow and radiance
- Delays aging
- Tones and tightens
- Removes all the facial toxins
- Keeps skin young and fresh
- Exfoliates, removing all the dead cells
How does Ayurvedic skincare treatment work?
The Ayurvedic facial is known as Mukh Lepam. It includes;
- Massages to get the blood flowing.
- A rice scrub for exfoliation and tan removal/adding brightness
- Application of turmeric to treat skin disorders
- Face masks using herbal pastes to add glow and radiance
There is another Ayurvedic facial known as Navara Mukh Lepam, which acts as a facelift and helps you look younger.
Ayurveda for glowing skin:
Today, you can also make use of Ayurvedic home remedies, to keep your skin healthy. Since the Ayurvedic skin treatments are simple, you don’t have to spend too much time or money on them. It is important to cleanse, tone, and moisturize regularly for a healthy skin. For an all-natural Ayurvedic skincare cleanser, you can use fuller’s earth or Multani mitti. For toner, just boil neem and basil leaves in a cup of filtered water and once cool, strain the liquid and use it as a toner. Refrigerate it and make a fresh batch every week. As a moisturizer, you can use coconut, almond or olive oil. You can also add a few drops of essential oils according to your skincare issues. You must exfoliate once or twice a week to get rid of all the dead cells. The natural exfoliators are; ground coffee powder, rice flour, cinnamon powder, etc. For face masks, you can opt for chickpea flour treatment. Here, for one teaspoon of chickpea flour, add a pinch of turmeric and mix it with raw milk to form a paste. Apply it to a cleansed face and wash it off after 15 minutes. This helps achieve a clear and a radiant complexion.
