1. Internal balance Take Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) – blood purifier Neem + Khadira – helps reduce pigmentation and heat in blood Aloe vera juice (fresh or herbal) – cools Pitta naturally Drink plenty of lukewarm water with coriander seeds (dhaniya water) 2. External care (skin application) Apply Sandalwood + Rose water paste (cooling and pigment reducing) Use Multani mitti + rose water mask 2–3 times/week Apply Aloe vera gel daily at night 3. Lifestyle correction (very important) Avoid direct sun exposure, always use scarf or sunscreen Reduce spicy, oily, fried foods Avoid late nights and stress Include cooling foods like cucumber, coconut water, amla 4. Yoga & habits Practice Anulom Vilom & Sheetali Pranayama daily to balance Pitta
1.Manjishthadi Kwath – 20 ml twice daily after meals with 20 ml water after meals 2.Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice daily with warm water after meals 3.Gandhak Rasayan – 1 tablet twice daily with honey or warm water after meals 4.Amla Rasayan – 1 tsp in the morning with warm water empty stomach External Remedies Kumkumadi Taila – apply a thin layer at night on affected areas, wash off in the morning (reduces pigmentation, improves glow). Sandalwood paste – mix with rose water, apply for 15 minutes, then wash (cooling and brightening). Diet & Lifestyle Include: pomegranate, amla, papaya, green leafy vegetables, coconut water. Avoid: spicy, oily, fried foods, excess tea/coffee, late nights. Protect skin from direct sun exposure; use natural sunscreen like aloe vera or sandalwood. Practice pranayama (Anulom-Vilom, Sheetali) to balance Pitta.
In Ayurveda, melasma is often linked to “Vyanga”, caused by imbalance of Pitta dosha (heat, metabolism) Vata dosha (skin dryness, unevenness) So treatment focuses on: Cooling and detoxifying the system Improving skin quality External applications 🌿 Suggested Ayurvedic management RX- 👉Manjistha kwath 10 ml daily twice after meal. → blood purifier, improves pigmentation. 👉Sarivadyasava 10 ml daily twice. → Helps in Pitta balance and skin clarity 👉Khadiradi vati 1 tablet twice daily after meal. External (face application) Use 1–2 times daily: Kumkumadi Tailam → Apply at night, gentle massage Lodhra + Sandalwood + Multani Mitti paste → Apply 2–3 times/week for 15 min. Strict daily routine If you skip this, nothing will work: Sunscreen (SPF 30–50) every morning Reapply every 4-5hours Avoid: Direct sunlight Excess heat Harsh scrubs or chemical peels Drink: Plenty of water Coconut water / buttermilk 4. Diet changes (very important in Ayurveda) Reduce: ❌ Spicy, fried, oily foods Tea/coffee excess Fermented foods Include: ✅ Amla (Indian gooseberry) Leafy greens Fruits like pomegranate. Follow up after 1 month. Dr. Muskan Chopra Ayurvedacharyaa
How long will it take to fade completely and also can i apply kumkumadi oil as i have oily acne prone skin
Result will come after 7 days of treatment and completely fade from 3-4 months of treatment. No, don’t use kumkumadi oil if you have acne prone skin instead use a lep which I have prescribed.
●Method of making the paste: mix 1 teaspoon of manjistha powder, 1 teaspoon of raktachandan powder, and rose water as needed. Apply the paste to your face for 10-15 minutes. Then rinse with plain water. ●Formula base formula manjistha powder - 30 g Liquorice powder - 25 g Red sandalwood powder - 20 g White sandalwood powder - 20 g Orange peel powder - 25 g Rose petal powder - 20 g Brahmi powder - 20 g Multani mitti - 40 g Teej-boosting (optional premium) Saffron - 0.2-0.5 g (10-20 strands, ground) ●Cleansing and Acne Support (Add-On) (Add to Base) Neem Powder - 15 g Turmeric Powder - 10 g Turmeric - 5 g Vetiver Powder - 10 g Total Add-ons: 40 g Total Mixture: 240 g ●Mixing Medium To make a paste or Swarna Mist Miracle Water - Best rose Water/Aloe Vera Gel or Milk or Yogurt Quantity: 1-2 teaspoons of scrub + liquid as needed ●How to Use • Apply to face/body (away from eyes) • Allow to dry slightly for 10-15 minutes • Massage in a light circular motion with wet fingers Rinse with water twice a week Storage + Shelf Life • Store in an airtight glass bottle away from moisture Shelf life: 8-10 weeks (ideal for homemade powders)
Hello dear, It is completely understandable that persistent melasma can be frustrating, especially when you’ve already put in two months of effort with allopathy without seeing the results you hoped for. In Ayurveda, melasma is known as Vyanga. It is primarily viewed as a Pitta aggravation, where excessive heat in the body “burns” the skin tissue (Rakta Dhatu), leading to dark patches. Since you are in Ahmedabad, the heat can often exacerbate this. Here is a focused Ayurvedic approach using Kerala Ayurveda Pharmacy products to help balance your skin from within and externally. Prescription : Internal: Manjishtadi Kwath Take 15 ml mixed with 45 ml of lukewarm water, twice daily, 30 minutes before meals. This is a potent blood purifier that helps “cool” the Pitta and clear toxins that cause pigmentation. External: Kumkumadi Oil Apply 3–5 drops to the affected areas on your cheeks and nose at night after washing your face. Massage gently until absorbed. This contains Saffron and Manjistha, which are traditional lightening agents. Protection: Swarnamukhi Face Cream Apply a thin layer during the daytime. It acts as a natural skin nourisher and barrier against environmental triggers. Melasma is highly sensitive to UV. Even while using Ayurvedic oils, ensure you protect your face with a wide-brimmed hat or scarf when outdoors in Gujarat’s sun. Focus on “Sheetala” (cooling) foods. Incorporate fennel seeds, coriander water, and pomegranate into your diet. Avoid excessively spicy, salty, or fermented foods (like pickles or heavy curd) which can flare up Pitta. Since this is affecting your confidence, remember that stress itself can trigger hormonal shifts that worsen melasma. Gentle Pranayama (like Anulom Vilom) can help stabilize your internal system.
Melasma occurs due to increased Pitta dosha, aggravated by sun exposure, heat, stress, and hormonal imbalance, leading to dark patches on the face. –Diagnosis: Vyanga (Pitta–Rakta dushti) – facial hyperpigmentation —rx 1) Tab. Manjishthadi Kwath / Rasayan – 2 tsp with equal lukewarm water, twice daily Tab. Chandraprabha Vati – 1–1–1 after food 2) Aimil Lukoskin Oral Liquid – 15 ml twice daily after food —Local Application: 3)Aimil Lukoskin Ointment – apply thin layer on affected areas twice daily —Sun exposure: - apply sunscreen if ho outside –Advice: Strict sun protection (avoid direct heat/sun 10 am–4 pm) Pitta-pacifying diet (avoid spicy, sour, fried food) Stress control (yoga / pranayama) – follow up after 15 days
Start with Saribadhyasavam 10ml -0-10ml after food with water as helps in blood purification, enhances skin natural healthy glow. Apply kumkumadi oil on affected area at bedtime keep overnight. Swarnamukhi face pack make paste and apply twice weekly. Use Sunscreen SPF 50+ during the day. Avoid direct Sun rays exposure use hat or use umbrella when going.
Melasma is not a quick-fix condition—even with allopathy it often takes 3–6 months for visible change. So lack of response in 2–3 months is common, not failure. In Ayurveda, it is usually due to pitta imbalance + hormonal/skin sensitivity. What to do: 1. Most important – Sun protection Daily sunscreen (SPF 30–50) Avoid direct sun 11 am–4 pm 👉 Without this, no treatment will work 2. Diet (very important) Avoid: Spicy, fried, sour, packaged food Excess tea/coffee Take: Coconut water, fruits, green vegetables Plenty of water 3. External care Apply aloe vera gel (fresh or pure) at night Or kumkumadi tailam (very small amount, night) 4. Medicines: Mahamanjishtadi kwath – 15 ml twice daily Arogyavardhini vati – 1 tablet twice daily Gandhak rasayan – 1 tablet twice daily 5. Timeline: Mild improvement → 3–4 weeks Visible lightening → 2–3 months Important: Avoid frequent changing of creams/treatments Stress and sleep also affect pigmentation Melasma can be controlled very well, but needs consistency + sun protection. Regards, Dr Raghuveer (Ayurvedacharya)