Description
Ayurvedic skin care is based on ancient Indian medicine. The practice includes Ayurvedic facials, treatments for skin diseases, and herbal formulations for the skin. There are lots of Ayurvedic skin care formulations out there on the market today, but it’s important to know the quality and ingredients of your products for the best results. There are also Ayurvedic home remedies for skin care that are believed to target specific skin types and needs.
Ayurvedic skin care treatments are based on skin type. According to Ayurveda, a person’s skin type is based on the three doshas.
Doshas are
- vata (wind) - A vata dominant person has dry and rough skin that tends to wrinkle if not moisturized regularly.
- pitta (fire) - People with high pitta tend to have oily skin that’s prone to acne and rosacea.
- kapha (water and earth) - Kapha skin tends to be cold and oily, and it may be prone to pimples, whiteheads, and water retention