Better skin condition through Ayurveda

The skin – the mirror of our health

The skin ( Tvak in Sanskrit) is our largest organ. It protects our body from bacteria, viruses and allergens. Ayurveda speaks of six or seven layers of skin, which basically result as secondary tissue from the muscle tissue process. In addition to the protective function against external factors, the skin is equipped with sensory receptors, through which we sense sensory stimuli such as touch, pressure and haptic experiences. The skin is responsible for the balance of our internal environment. It regulates temperature, fluid and electrolyte balance by secreting sweat.

Pitta-reducing diet for better skin

Skin impurities, inflammations and diseases reflect our health and, from an Ayurvedic perspective, indicate an imbalance of all three doshas (bioenergies). However, they are usually an indication of an excessive Pitta dosha and a disturbance in the quality of the blood tissue.

In Ayurvedic nutritional therapy, Pitta-reducing detox treatments , food and spices are recommended. Acidic, salty and spicy foods are avoided, as is too much uncooked, fatty and difficult to digest food. Ayurvedic nutritional theory recommends avoiding incompatible food combinations. In order to remove toxins from the blood, a variety of Ayurvedic plants and spices are used to improve the complexion. In Ayurvedic medicine and manual therapy, treatment is also carried out with intensive detoxification using treatments, phytotherapy, bloodletting and packs in order to restore physical and mental balance.

Plants with skin therapeutic effects

• Neem
  Neem has antibacterial properties and is one of the most powerful blood purifying and detoxifying plants. With its cooling and bitter properties, neem cools the excess pitta, removes toxins from the blood and thus supports liver health. Its astringent properties remove excess tissue. Therefore, it also has a Kapha-reducing effect.

• Guduchi
  Guduchi has a blood-purifying, blood-building and immune-strengthening effect and is one of the Rasayanas , the rejuvenating remedies. Guduchi balances all three doshas.

• Shatavari
  Shatavari , one of the most important rejuvenating agents, nourishes and regenerates all seven tissues. Shatavari balances an excess of Pitta and is considered an acidity regulator.

• turmeric
  Turmeric, the sacred plant in Ayurveda, has anti-inflammatory properties, purifies the blood, improves skin color and balances all three doshas.

• Triphala
  Triphala, a combination of Amalaki, Haritaki, Bibhitaki, aids digestion, detoxifies, strengthens eye and hair health and has a mild laxative effect.