Flaky skin nose side chin and ears inside eyebrows what to do ? - #26439

Hello Srilaxmi ji, Did You go for any test too?If yes then please share details of those reports… 1.In Ayurveda, dry and flaky skin is primarily associated with an imbalance in the Vata dosha.When Vata is aggravated, it can lead to dryness, flakiness, and roughness of the skin. 2.Aggravated Pitta dosha can lead to sensitive, irritated skin prone to dryness. **first of all avoid excessive spicy, sour, salty food,sesame seeds, astringent,bitter,pea,brinjal etc. And start taking these medications, 1.Mahatiktak kwath 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day. 2.Mulethi powder 1tsf b.d 3.Manjishta powder 1tsf b.d. **Use SHATDHAUT GHRITA for local Application. **Daily Massage with Coconut oil or sesame oil…

Follow up after 45 days…

Hello srilalshmi V, Thank you for reaching out. Based on your symptoms flaky skin on the nose, side chin, and eyebrows, with dryness and white flakes this could likely be seborrheic dermatitis or facial eczema. In Ayurveda, such skin issues are often linked with Vata-Kapha imbalance, especially when the skin becomes dry, flaky, and scaly. Your history of asthma (a Vata disorder) makes your skin more prone to dryness and sensitivity

The skin on your face is shedding flakes because it’s either too dry or the oil glands are slightly inflamed. Sometimes, yeast that naturally lives on our skin (Malassezia) can cause irritation, especially around the nose and eyebrows. Using the wrong product or over-cleansing can worsen it. This is why the Sebamed gel may not have helped much it might not be enough to tackle underlying inflammation or dryness.

Treatment Plan

1. Ama Pachana (First 3–5 Days) To reduce internal toxin buildup: • Hingwashtaka Churna – ½ tsp with warm water after meals twice daily • Triphala Churna – 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (for gentle detox)

2. Internal Medicines (From Day 4 Onwards) • Sarivadyasava – 15 ml with equal water after meals (supports skin detox) • Kaishora Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after meals (reduces inflammation and skin irritation) • Manjishtadi Kwatha – 20 ml twice daily before food (blood purifier and supports skin healing)

3. External Applications • Before bath (daily): Apply Eladi Tailam or Kumkumadi Tailam on the flaky areas. Leave for 20 minutes before washing. This helps reduce dryness and inflammation. • After cleansing (night): Use Shatadhauta Ghrita (100x washed ghee) or Aloe vera gel with 1 drop of Kumkumadi tailam on affected areas to restore skin barrier.

Avoid foaming or alcohol-based face washes. Instead, wash your face with chickpea flour + turmeric + rose water mix once daily or use a gentle non-foaming cleanser.

Diet & Lifestyle Tips • Avoid curd, heavy oily foods, and cold drinks • Drink warm water throughout the day • Apply a few drops of cow ghee to nostrils (nasya) in the morning (optional, but helpful for vata balance) • Use a humidifier at night if the air is dry

Investigations (if not done recently) • Vitamin D levels • CBC (to rule out anemia) • Thyroid profile (TSH, T3, T4) — as hypothyroid skin can also present similarly

With consistency and a gentle routine, the flakes and dryness will reduce, and your skin will regain its smooth texture. You’re already on the right path by observing and reaching out early.

Take care. Healing is possible step by step. Warm regards, Dr. Karthika

A change in the surface cells of the scalp results in a scaling or flaking.

Causes

Improper care

Not taking regular head bath

Dry scalp

1) Dhatupatradi oil for ext apply massage for 10 min on affected area 2 times a day

2) madhisnuhi rasayan-1 tsf after food 2 times with water

Diet and Lifestyle

Pathya

A little sunlight is good for your scalp and hair.

Keep calm and relaxed. It will help your hair.

A short fast is a good way to begin the program. Then begin eating only nutritious foods.

Anti-microbial shampoos are often recommended, but there is no evidence that this germkilling factor lessens the dandruff.

To help control appearance, cleanse with a shampoo, designed to help control dandruff. Wash the hair in vinegar, to remove all the loose scales.

Apathya

Shampoos containing selenium sulfide can cause eye damage and hairloss.

Plain water alone is also good.

Reduce intake of fats, grease, and all fried foods from the diet. Stop the use of alcohol. Check to see if you have food allergies (wheat, dairy products, citrus, or something else).

Avoid stress and poor elimination. Do not use strong, irritant shampoos or hair treatments.

Avoid chocolate, sugar, white flour, and seafood.

Take gandhak rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Apply extra virgin coconut oil or olive oil on flaky skin in the morning daily Apply Karanj oil at bedtime keep overnight. Mahamanjistadi kadha 15 ml twice daily after food with Include cow’s ghee 2-4 tsp. Daily in your diet. Wash your face with clean water, use mild soap only once daily.

HELLO SRILAKSHMI V,

You are experiencing a combination of symptoms -dry , flaky skin on face(around nose, chin), and inside ears dryness and white flakes -facial pigmentation -chronic asthama - overall body dryness

All of these issues are connected. In Ayurveda, this is mainly due to imbalance in vata and pitta doshas, with some involvement of kapha in asthma.

VATA DOSHA IMBALANCE -dryness, rough skin, -gas, constipation, variable appetite - insomnia or poor sleep - nervous system sensitivity - excess movement in body and min

PITTA DOSHA IMBALANCE -skin pigmentation -burning or inflammation -heat in digestion - emotional irritation or anger

KAPHA DOSHA -in Asthama, mucus accumulation in lungs - blockages, heaviness, sluggish digestion

So we are seeing a vata-pitta aggravation with chronic kapha influence in lungs

TREATMENT GOALS

1) BALANCE VATA= reduce dryness, itching 2) CALM PITTA= reduce pigmentation, inflammation 3) SUPPORT KAPHA IN LUNGS= manage asthama gently 4) IMPROVES DIGESTION= key to all healing 5) NOURISH SKIN AND HAIR from within and outside 6) BUILD OJAS= to prevent recurrence

INTERNAL TREATMENT

* FOR SKIN AND PIGMENTATION

1) KHADIRASTISHTA= 15ml with equal water after meals twice daily

2) MAHAMANJISTHADI GHANVATI= 1 tab thrice daily after meals

3) GANDHAK RASAYANA= 1 tab twice daily after meals

4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals helps liver and pigmentation

* FOR ASHTAMA 1) SHITOPALADI CHURNA + TALISADI CHURNA + YASHTIMADHU CHURNA= mix equal part, take 1 tsp with honey daily in morning and night (very effective for asthama)

YOGA ASANA -Adho much svanasana(downward dog)= increases scalp blood flow -Sarvangasana= stimulates thyroid, nourishes head region -Shirshasana= direct blood flow to scalp -Ustrasana, Matsyasana= opens up chest and throat, affects hormonal balance

PRANAYAM -Bhramari= calms mind, improves oxygen to hair roots -Anulom vilom= balances vata- pitta -Sheetali/sheetkari= pitta shamak

MEDITATION -daily 15 mins of Trataka(candle gazing)+ Dhyana can help hormonal and mental factors

EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS

APPLY 2-3 TIMES/WEEK 1) sandalwood+ rose water pack -For cooling and reducing tan -mix 1 tsp sandalwood with rose water apply for 20 mins

2) LICORICE POWDER+ MILK -ligthens dark spots and pigmentation -use as a mask for 15-20 mins

3) TURMERIC + GRAM FLOUR + YOGURT. PASTE -traditional ubtan for tan removal = brightens complexion with regular use.

4) ALOE VERA GEL+ SANDALWOOD POWDER -use at night, soothe skin.

5) KUMKUMADI TAILA - apply 2-3 drops at night = hyperpigmentation

6) NALPAMRADI TAILA= whole body massage 30 mins before bath

FOR EARS -apply ELADI KERAM or warm COCONUT OIL with a cotton bud for dryness

NATURAL HOME REMEDIES -soaked almonds(5) + black raisins(10) = every morning -aloe vera juice(10ml)= empty stomach for skin and digestion -turmeric+ honey= ½ tsp turmeric in 1 tsp honey daily for immunity - triphala churna= 1 tsp with warm water at night for detox and bowel -keep scalp and skin moisturised regularly - use chemical free shampoo -sleep 7-8 hrs and avoid screen time at night - reduce stress, which can worsen vata and skin issues - avoid exposure to dry air, AC, cold wind

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT IN CASE OF ANY DOUBTS

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Hi SriLakshmi this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem no need to worry maa Rx -apply mahatiktaka grita gentle massage it and have bath Use Eladi soap for bath Maintain hydration of body properly thank you

Hi Srilakakshmi, Your condition may be due to seborrheic dermatitis. This typically affects areas rich in oil glands like nose, ears, eyebrows, scalp. White or yellow flakes, redness, mild itch or burning can be seen.

1. Doorvadi + Eladi kera tailam for external application. (for 2 weeks). Once the flakiness subsides and normal skin is visible, apply only Eladi Kera Tailam.

2. Eladi cream can be used as a moisturizer.

3. Khadirarishtam 10ml twice daily after food. 4. Krimighna vati 2-0-2 after food. (for 1 month). Above medication is to purify blood.

Flaky skin you’re experiencing could be due to imbalances in the doshas, primarily Vata, which governs dryness and roughness in the body. In Ayurveda, dry, flaky skin often links to Vata imbalance, possibly exacerbated by diet, climate, or even emotional stress. Skin conditions like eczema or dermatitis may also present similarly, but a deeper understanding of your life patterns and diet is necessary to pinpoint the exact cause.

Firstly, address your diet to pacify Vata. Increase intake of warm, moist, and nourishing foods like ghee, olive oil, and stews. Avoid dry and cold foods which might aggravate the dryness. Try to incorporate spices like ginger, cumin, and turmeric in your meals to balance your Agni, the digestive fire. Drinking warm water throughout the day can support hydration and remove toxins.

External application is also crucial. Instead of Sebamed gel, which might be too harsh for your constitution, consider using pure, cold-pressed sesame oil or coconut oil. Apply gently onto the affected areas after washing your face with a mild, prana-rich cleanser in lukewarm water. Let the oil sit for at least 20 minutes before rinsing off.

Avoid using skincare products containing harsh chemicals. Choose herbal and natural-based remedies, containing aloe vera or sandalwood, which are good for soothing and moisturizing the skin naturally.

Additionally, practice regular self-abhyanga, an Ayurvedic self-massage, which can be done using warm sesame oil. This helps not just your skin, but also calms the nervous system, an important aspect for Vata balancing. 10-15 minutes on a daily basis before showering would be optimal.

Make it a habit to manage stress through practices like yoga or meditation as emotional balance is key to Doshic balance. If symptoms persist, it might be wise to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner in person to tailor treatment further.

Flaky skin on the nose, chin, and eyebrows often relates to imbalances in the body’s Vata dosha. This dryness is typically due to an excess of Vata, leading to dehydration of the skin and accumulation of dry, flaky cells. The main roots in such situations lie in diet and lifestyle factors that exacerbate Vata, such as cold and dry climates, windy environments, or a diet high in dry and light foods.

To address this, first, embrace a Vata-pacifying diet. Incorporate warm, oily, and nourishing foods—think soups, stews, and cooked grains. Cooking with ghee can support the body’s moisture levels. You may also want to include herbs like Ashwagandha and Shatavari, balancing Vata by promoting tissue hydration and skin health.

For topical care, apply a gentle, natural oil like sesame or almond oil to the affected areas daily. Massage the oils in gently to enhance absorption and improve circulation. Avoid hot water on the face, as it can further strip the skin of its oils.

Engage in a regular abhyanga, or self-oil massage, using warm sesame oil, before bathing to nourish the skin. Hydrate well throughout the day with warm water or herbal teas such as ginger or fennel.

If after a consistent routine, these methods don’t bring relief, see a healthcare provider. Sometimes conditions like seborrheic dermatitis need precise medical interventions. Meanwhile, simplify skincare by avoiding harsh products and ensuring anything applied is both soothing and non-irritating.