Hello, You are experiencing severe, persistent acne with daily new breakouts and long-lasting marks, and you also have Lupus (SLE). This makes your case very sensitive. In Ayurveda, this pattern fits Pitta-Rakta dushti with autoimmune involvement, where even normal foods can trigger inflammation. The goal here is calming inflammation, protecting immunity (not overstimulating it), healing skin gently, and preventing scarring.
⚠️ Important note: Ayurveda in your case is supportive and balancing, not aggressive detox. We must avoid strong immune-stimulating or heating medicines, because of Lupus.
🔎 Recommended Investigations (If not done recently – coordinate with your rheumatologist) 1. ESR, CRP – inflammation status 2. ANA profile (baseline monitoring) 3. Vitamin D3 – very important in Lupus & acne 4. Liver Function Test – skin & drug metabolism 5. Ferritin & B12 – deficiencies worsen acne healing
💊 Internal Medicines (All are Lupus-safe, cooling, and non-stimulating) Phase 1 – 21 days (Inflammation control + acne reduction) 1. Mahamanjishtadi Kashayam – 15 ml with equal water, twice daily before food 2. Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with warm water 3. Guduchi Satva – 250 mg (¼ tsp) once daily in the morning 4. Sarivadyasava – 10 ml with equal water after lunch
Phase 2 – 45 days (Scar control + skin healing) 1. Khadirarishta – 10 ml twice daily after meals 2. Manjistha Capsules – 1 capsule once daily after food 3. Praval Pishti – 125 mg once daily with honey or milk
🌿 External & Skin Care (VERY IMPORTANT) 1. Face application (daily night) – Aloe vera gel + 2 drops Kumkumadi Taila Do not massage hard 2. Weekly face pack (1–2× only) – Sandalwood powder + rose water Soothing, anti-inflammatory 3. Face wash – Mild, non-foaming cleanser only – No scrubs, no peeling, no facials
🚫 Avoid chemical peels, retinoids, frequent salon treatments.
🥗 Diet & Lifestyle (Autoimmune-friendly) ❌ Strictly Avoid 1. Sugar, bakery, chocolate 2. Milk + fruit combinations 3. Fried, spicy, fermented foods 4. Excess tomatoes, brinjal 5. Late nights & stress eating ✅ Include 1. Simple home-cooked meals 2. Rice, moong dal, bottle gourd, ridge gourd 3. Pomegranate, pear, apple 4. Coconut water (room temperature) 5. 1 tsp ghee daily (if digestion allows)
Drink (daily): Coriander seed water (soaked overnight, boiled, cooled)
🧘🏻♀️ Stress & Hormonal Balance 1. Anulom Vilom – 10 minutes 2. Sheetali / Sheetkari – 5 minutes 3. Gentle walking daily 4. Sleep before 10:30 pm
Stress is a major acne trigger in Lupus.
• New pimples reduce in 2–3 weeks • Redness & burning reduce in 10–14 days • Marks fade slowly over 3–4 months • Acne control is gradual but sustainable • Continue treatment for at least 3 months
🚨 Immediately consult your doctor if: • Lupus flare symptoms increase • Joint pain, fever, oral ulcers worsen
✨ With gentle Pitta-Rakta pacification and autoimmune-safe care, even stubborn acne can come under control without triggering Lupus.
With care and honesty, Dr. Sumi MS (Ayu)
Take
Hingwastaka churna 1/2 tsp BD Kayakalpa vati 1 BD Neemghan vati 1 BD Khadira aristha 20 ml BD with water Nalapramadi oil - ext appn Avoid oily spicy sour fermented foods
Because of the lupus skin has become more sensitive and reactive, and When the acne appears with almost everything you eat, it usually means there is internal inflammation along with weak digestion . In autoimmune conditions, even small food triggers, stress, lack of sleep, or sun exposure can cause daily breakouts. This is why there is recurrence of pimples and the marks / scars stay for a long time.
Strong acne treatments , frequent antibiotics, chemical creams, or heavy detox treatments can worsen flare ups in lupus. The goal is first to calm the system, improve digestion, and reduce internal heat, then automatically recurrence of pimples reduces.
You may start taking Gandhak rasayana twice daily after food Neem capsule 1 tab twice daily after food Mahamanjistadi aristha 4 tsp twice daily with equal water Kumkumadi taila just 1 drop apply over the scar area and do massage lightly For digestion Avipattikar churna half teaspoon before meals with warm water can be taken. If bowel movements are not regular, Triphala churna 1 teaspoon at night with warm water
Apply pure aloe vera gel in a thin layer once daily at night. Avoid scrubs, face packs, lemon, turmeric paste, or frequent product changes. Strict sun protection is very important, as sun exposure can worsen both acne marks and lupus skin reactions.
Avoid dairy, sugar, fried food, spicy items, excess nuts, fermented foods, and packaged snacks. Prefer warm, freshly cooked meals and adequate hydration.
Continue your regular lupus treatment and inform your physician about any new supplement if you start. A steady, cautious approach will give the safest results.
Don’t worry take Arogya vardini vati 1tab bd , mahamanjsiadhi gana vati 1tab bd, makaradwaja 1tab bd, Pancha tiktha ghrita Guggulu 1tab bd, kukumadhitail external application enough u ll get results
Dr RC BAMS MS
Hello, I really get the pain of trying to live with a sore and acne prone skin, the marks that keep coming back to haunt you, and the fact that you also have to deal with Lupus. Thank you for being so open and honest.
YOUR CONCERN (Summary)
You are going through: Daily acne flare-ups (4–5 pimples every day) - Acnes caused by almost all foods - Long lasting acne marks - Diagnosed Lupus (SLE) - Possibly high inflammation inside and immune hypersensitivity
Because of such a combination, the chosen treatment should be an extremely gentle and non-aggressive one based on Ayurveda.
AYURVEDIC KNOWLEDGE
The situation, in Ayurveda, is considered as a mixture of:
Pitta + Rakta Dushti →signs of inflammation, redness, acne,markings Ama (toxins) →like food intolerance–reactions Autoimmune involvement → Immunity very unstable (Lupus) Yakrit (liver) & Rasa-Rakta imbalance
👉 Strong detox, blood-letting, or heating medicines are not suitable for you because you have Lupus.
VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE (PLEASE READ)
❌ No reckless detox
❌ Do not take strong herbs such as Manjistha in a large amount, Neem for a long period, or Panchakarma without proper guidance
❌ No fasting or crash diets
✔ Treatment should be cooling, immune-modulating, and nourishing
AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN (SAFE FOR LUPUS)
1. Internal Medicines (Anti-inflammatory & skin healing) (Start gradually, one medicine at a time)
1. Guduchi (Giloy) Satva – 250 mg once daily after breakfast (Most beneficial herb for autoimmune balance, it calms inflammation without suppressing immunity)
2. Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with warm water (Removes excess Pitta & Ama without being harsh)
3. Mahamanjishthadi Kwath – 10 ml + water of equal quantity once daily after lunch ( Mild blood purification (safe dose))
4. Kamdudha Ras (plain) – 1 tablet once daily after lunch It helps to control heat, redness, and acne flare-ups
Continue for 6 weeks
EXTERNAL SKIN CARE (VERY IMPORTANT)
Do NOT apply chemical exfoliants, retinol, peels Do not wash your face frequently
Safe Ayurvedic Routine Clean your face with water of moderate temperature only
Apply Neem + Lodhra + Rose water paste → Put on 2–3 times/week for 15 minutes
For marks: Kumkumadi Taila – just 2–3 drops at night, 3 times/week
DIET GUIDELINES (MOST CRITICAL PART)
Your acne that reacts to “everything” means that you are food sensitive due to inflammation, not that you are allergic.
STRICTLY AVOID
Dairy (milk, cheese, paneer, whey) Sugar, chocolate, bakery Fried, spicy, fermented food Tomatoes, brinjal, peanuts (which are common triggers of autoimmune acne) Coffee, alcohol
SAFE & HEALING FOODS
Rice, moong dal, lauki, pumpkin, ridge gourd Pomegranate, pear, apple (cooked) Coconut water (3–4×/week) Coriander, fennel tea
👉 Do not experiment with food—this is the best way to stop the immune system from overreacting.
LIFESTYLE & STRESS (VERY IMPORTANT IN LUPUS)
Sleep before 10:30 pm Protect yourself from the sun (UV that worsens Lupus + acne) Practice only gentle yoga No HIIT, no over-exercise
Pranayama Sheetali / Sheetkari – 5 minutes Anulom Vilom – 10 minutes
INVESTIGATIONS TO MONITOR
Kindly ensure that these are regularly monitored:
ESR / CRP ANA profile Vitamin D & B12 Liver function tests
REALISTIC EXPECTATION
– The frequency of acne will be gradually reduced (not overnight) – New pimples will be smaller & painless – The marks will lighten gradually – The main goal is stability, not aggressive clearing (which is very important in Lupus)
You are not bad at following a diet or skincare routine. Your body is just inflamed and over-reactive because of Lupus. With the correct calming and immune-balancing treatment, your skin can get better safely.
Kind regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
1. परिपथादी क्वाथ 20 मि.ली. को 20 मि.ली. पानी के साथ दिन में दो बार भोजन के बाद लें। 2. नीम कैप्सूल्स 2 कैप्सूल दिन में दो बार पानी के साथ भोजन के बाद लें। 3. त्रिफला चूर्ण 1 चम्मच सोने से पहले गर्म पानी के साथ लें। 4. एक्नोविन ऑइंटमेंट - दिन में दो बार मुंहासों पर लगाएं।
🍲 डाइट टिप्स - ठंडे खाद्य पदार्थों को प्राथमिकता दें: खीरा, लौकी, हरी पत्तेदार सब्जियाँ, अनार, आंवला। - मसालेदार, तैलीय, तले हुए खाद्य पदार्थों से बचें — ये पित्त को बढ़ाते हैं और मुंहासों को खराब करते हैं। - दूध + चीनी के संयोजन को कम करें (जैसे मिठाइयाँ, मिल्कशेक)। - गर्म पानी पिएं; ठंडे पेय और अधिक चाय/कॉफी से बचें।
🧘 लाइफस्टाइल टिप्स - हल्का योग: शवासन, अनुलोम विलोम, शीतली प्राणायाम (ठंडा करने वाला)। - तनाव को प्रबंधित करें — ध्यान लगाने से ल्यूपस के फ्लेयर और मुंहासों को कम करने में मदद मिलती है। - 7-8 घंटे की नींद लें, देर रात तक जागने से बचें।
Medicines 1 Kaishore Guggulu: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water (after food). 2 Mahamanjisthadi Kwath: 15ml mixed with 30ml warm water, twice daily (before food). 3 Guduchi Ghan Vati (Giloy): 2 tablets twice daily (after food). 4 Avipattikar Churna: 1 teaspoon at bedtime with warm water.
External Therapy Shatadhauta Ghrita (100 Times Washed Ghee): Apply this cooling cream all over the face 30 minutes before a bath or leave it on as a night cream.
Apply a paste of Neem Powder mixed with Rose Water specifically on active pimples.
Dietary & Lifestyle Advice Strictly avoid Potatoes, Tomatoes, Eggplant, and Bell Peppers. Stop eating Fermented foods (Idli, Dosa, Curd/Yogurt, Cheese, Alcohol).
Sun Protection: Always cover your face or wear a hat when going out to prevent Lupus flare-ups.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Chronic condition जैसे Lupus के साथ रहते हुए acne को manage करना treatments और lifestyle choices के बीच एक careful balance की मांग करता है। Ayurvedic perspective से, acne अक्सर pitta dosha के imbalance से जुड़ा होता है, जो heat और metabolism को govern करता है। Lupus, जो एक autoimmune condition है, इसे और जटिल बना सकता है, इसलिए holistic approach अपनाना जरूरी है।
सबसे पहले, pitta-pacifying diet पर ध्यान दें। इसका मतलब है कि hot, spicy, oily, और acidic foods को कम करें, क्योंकि ये acne और Lupus symptoms दोनों में inflammation को बढ़ा सकते हैं। Cooling, calming foods चुनें: जैसे ताजे फल जैसे अनार और नाशपाती, सब्जियाँ जैसे खीरा और हरी पत्तेदार सब्जियाँ, और integrative grains जैसे जौ या क्विनोआ। ठंडे, room-temperature पानी और chamomile या peppermint जैसी cooling चाय के साथ hydrated रहने का प्रयास करें।
Neem और turmeric जैसी herbs को अपनी routine में शामिल करें। Neem में antibacterial properties होती हैं, जबकि turmeric एक well-known anti-inflammatory है। आप इन्हें powdered form में ले सकते हैं, लेकिन कोई भी नई herb शुरू करने से पहले, खासकर Lupus को ध्यान में रखते हुए, healthcare practitioner से सलाह लेना समझदारी है।
External applications भी skin के healing process में मदद कर सकते हैं। Sandalwood और rosewater से बना paste इस्तेमाल करने पर विचार करें। इसे gently प्रभावित क्षेत्रों पर लगाएं, 15-20 मिनट तक रहने दें, फिर rinse करें। हालांकि, नए topical applications के साथ सावधानी बरतें — पहले एक छोटा patch test करें ताकि कोई reaction न हो।
Lifestyle adjustments भी प्रभावी हो सकते हैं। Stress management बहुत जरूरी है, क्योंकि stress acne और Lupus दोनों के flare-ups को बढ़ा सकता है। Yoga, pranayama (breathing exercises), या meditation जैसी calming practices में daily engage करें। एक routine बनाए रखने की कोशिश करें जो आपके शरीर और मन में balance की जरूरत का सम्मान करता हो।
याद रखें, जबकि Ayurveda आपके condition को manage करने के लिए potent tools प्रदान करता है, कोई भी नया regimen आपके healthcare provider के साथ discuss किया जाना चाहिए ताकि यह आपके मौजूदा Lupus management plan को complement करे। आपका स्वास्थ्य एक landscape है जिसमें कई facets होते हैं, और प्रत्येक को सावधानीपूर्वक विचार किया जाना चाहिए ताकि आपकी overall wellbeing को support किया जा सके।
Start with Khadirarist 10ml twice daily after food with water Kishore guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Apply kanti lep mix with rose water on face keep for 10 minutes and wash with clean water, do this twice weekly. Apply kumkumadi oil on lupus. Avoid processed fatty spicy sugary foods,
✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Stay Hydrated. Drink buttermilk. Limit dairy intake. Home cooked meal that is a balanced diet. Stress free lifestyle Pranayam : ANULOM VILOM, TRATAK, YOG NIDRA, SHAVASAN
❌ Dont’s: ❌ Oily and Spicy food. Processed food. Preserved food. Packed and ready to eat items. Pickles Papad Dried Fish Curd
💊 Medication: 💊
Tab. Arogyavardhini Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Krunikuthar Ras 2 tabs twice a day before food. Cap. Marvin 2 caps twice a day after food
Syp. Mahamanjisthadi 2 tsp twice a day after food.
