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Dry skin - #1614
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My skin specially on nose and lips tend to become very dry Please suggest some remedies My prakriti is vata
Age: 37
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Since your prakriti is Vata, dry skin is a common issue, as Vata dosha tends to dry out tissues and skin. To address this, it’s important to incorporate warming, hydrating, and nourishing practices into your skincare routine. Begin with a gentle, hydrating face wash followed by the application of a rich, oil-based moisturizer like sesame or almond oil, which are excellent for Vata skin. You can also use herbal oils such as coconut or sandalwood oil to massage your face, as they help restore moisture and balance the dryness. Internally, consuming foods that are warm, moist, and grounding can help balance Vata, such as soups, stews, and ghee. Avoiding cold and dry foods will also support your skin. Drinking warm herbal teas like ginger or chamomile can improve circulation and hydrate your skin from within. For additional care, you may apply a paste of honey and milk to your skin for a few minutes as a natural moisturizer. Also, ensure that you stay well-hydrated and maintain a regular routine of good sleep to help your skin regenerate and stay moisturized.
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Dry skin, especially around sensitive areas like the nose and lips, really can be bothersome, right? So, since you mentioned, vata prakriti, it makes sense. Vata types typically experience dryness due to their light and airy nature. Here’s what you can do!
First, keep things oleated – a fancy way of saying moisturized with oils. Almond oil is great! Apply a few drops on your nose and lips before bed. This will really sink in overnight. Sesame oil is another winner; just warm it up slightly and use it. Be gentle though.
Now, hopping onto the diet wagon, make sure you're eating enough healthy fats. Ghee is pretty much magic for vata imbalance, you can add a teaspoon to your warm meals. Also involve avocados, nuts and seeds. Hydration is also crucial. Drink warm water throughout the day, and maybe herbal teas like chamomile or fennel can be soothing.
About your routine, try this small self-massage, which we call abhyanga. Massage your face lightly with oil before showering; give it a couple of minutes to seep in. Don't use harsh soaps when washing. Something mild or even a gram flour paste mixed with milk can work as gentle cleanser.
Another quick tip is a honey face pack. Mix a little honey with milk cream and apply it on your dry areas. Leave it for 15-20 minutes before rinsing. Honey's a natural humectant – fancy for 'it locks in moisture'.
But be a bit cautious with cold weather and wind, they can worsen dryness. Keep your face covered when it's chilly.
And finally, stress and anxiety have this sneaky way of drying things up (inside and out), so breathing exercises or meditation can help balance vata.
If things don’t improve, it might be worth a visit to an Ayurvedic practitioner to look deeper into imbalances. But this should get you started in the right direction!
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