How do i reduce textures on my skin and frequent acne - #32706

Kaishore guggulu- Neemghan vati-one tablet each twice daily after food with warm water Mahamanjistadi aristha- Khadira aristha-2 teaspoon each with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Alovera gel-apply over, face daily Kumkumadi tailam-take 1 or 2 drops and do gentle massage over the dark sports area Avoid oily, spicy, sore, and fermented food Drink plenty of fluids

Home Remedies (Safe for Sensitive Skin) Aloe vera gel (pure, no added perfume) – calming, hydrating.

Sandalwood paste or multani mitti mask (once a week) – helps reduce oiliness and soothe.

Neem + rose water paste (spot treatment) – for acne spots, not full face.

Drink plenty of water + add soaked almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds in diet.

💧 Hard Water Solutions

Install a shower filter if possible (reduces minerals).

Or, use boiled and cooled water for face wash (at least last rinse).

After washing → pat dry, don’t rub.

🚫 Avoid

Frequent scrubbing / harsh exfoliation (worsens sensitivity).

Switching too many products at once.

Very hot water for washing.

Hello Rutuja,

Acne , pimples and other skin issues might be due to- 1. Pitta aggravation 2. Oily skin type 3. Intake of oily or junk food 4. Not taking proper care of your skin 5. Use of chemical loaded products 6. Chronic constipation Treatment - 1. Neem ghanvati 1-0-1 after meal 2. Mahamanjisthadi kwath 30ml with 30 ml water twice a day after meal 3. Apply Aloe vera gel after cleaning the face with rosewater 4. Apply kumkumadi tel before bedtime

Follow these - 1. Adequate amount of water 2. Eat antioxidant rich food like amla, beans, green tea, spinach etc 3. Clean your towel and pillowcase every week 4. Avoid using makeup or some chemical product especially before sleeping. 5. Stress management -Through meditation, walking, journaling etc.

Yoga - 1. Anulom vilom 2. Sheetali 3. Sheetkari

Follow these and you will notice the difference. Review after 15 days. Regards, Dr. Anupriya

Hello Rutuja,
Thank you for expressing your concern.
At 24, sensitive, acne-prone skin with texture and dark spots often worsens after moving to a new environment, like hard water. But don’t worry, we are here to help you.

✅ AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

1. Nimbadi Kashaya – 20 ml with equal water, twice daily (blood purifier, anti-acne).
2. Manjishthadi Ks tab 2-0-2 after meals – balances Rakta, improves complexion.
3. Gandhak Rasayan – 1-0-1 (purifies skin, reduces acne).
4. Mahatikatakam ghrita 1 tsp at bedtime followed by warm water.

✅ FOR EXTERNAL USE

Kumkumadi Taila (apply 2–3 drops on dark spots at night only).
Nimba-Haridra churna paste (apply on pimples, leave for 15 mins, then wash off).

✅ HOME REMEDIES

1. Rose water + Multani mitti face pack (weekly 2×) – removes excess oil, improves texture.
2. Neem leaf paste – apply directly on active acne for faster healing.
3. Raw honey mask (10 mins, wash off) – antibacterial, soothing for sensitive skin.
4. Aloe vera gel (pure, fresh) – apply a thin layer daily at night.
5. Wash your face with boiled and cooled neem water if hard water irritates your skin.

✅ DIET AND LIFESTYLE

✅ Include:
- Fresh fruits (pomegranate, apple, papaya).
- Green vegetables, coriander, bottle gourd, ridge gourd.
- Drink plenty of water (use copper vessel water if possible).
- Triphala at bedtime (½ tsp with warm water) – detox and regulates digestion.

❌ Avoid:
- Spicy, fried, junk food.
- Excess dairy (cheese, paneer, curd at night).
- Refined sugar and bakery foods.
- Late nights and stress (triggers for acne).

✅ LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION

Practice Sheetali and Anulom Vilom pranayama for cooling Pitta.
Wash your face only 2–3 times daily; don’t over-cleanse.
Use a mild natural cleanser, like cow’s milk + besan paste, instead of harsh soaps.

Your acne and textured skin are due to Pitta-Kapha imbalance and irritation from hard water.

Focus on detoxing from the inside and soothing your skin from the outside.

Switch to gentle, natural skin cleansers and avoid chemical products.

A proper diet and stress management will lead to clearer, smoother skin.

Wishing you good health.

Warm regards,
Dr. Snehal Vidhate

Hello Rutuja I understand your concern. Right now, your skin is sensitive and acne-prone, and it has become more reactive after shifting to an area with hard water. This has made your skin look dull and uneven.

One important reason for this dullness is your digestion (Agni). When digestion is weak or irregular, waste products (Ama) get formed in the body. This mixes with the blood and shows up on the skin as pimples, marks, and rough texture. So, to improve the skin, we need to correct digestion and purify the blood along with local care.

Internal Medicines

Kaishore Guggulu – 2 tablets, twice daily after food Purodil Syrup – 2 teaspoon, twice daily Neem Vati – 2 tablet, twice daily Eranda Bhrishta Haritaki – 2 teaspoon with warm water at bedtime.

External Care Acne Fite cream – apply only on acne spots once or twice a day. Wash face with soft water (boiled–cooled or filtered/ RO) instead of direct hard water.

Food & Lifestyle

Avoid oily, fried, spicy, junk, and heavy food. Eat more fresh fruits, green leafy and bitter vegetables. Drink warm water, keep bowels clear, and sleep on time.

HELLO RUTUJA,

From an Ayurvedic perspective, acne(known as Yuvan pidika) is primarily caused by an imbalance in the pitta dosha, PITTA- Inflammation, redness, burning, pus KAPHA- oily skin, comedones, whiteheads, cysts VATA- scarring, pigmentation, dryness

CONTRIBUTING FACTORS -impaired digestion->(Mandagni->Ama) -Blood impurities(rakta dushti) -Hormonal imbalance(especially in women) -Improper skin hygiene -Stress, lack of sleep, poor lifestyle

TREATMENT GOALS 1)balance pitta and clears toxins 2)improve digestion- agni deepana 3)blood purification- rakta sodhana 4)regulate hormones 5)promote skin healing and scar reduction

TREATMENT PLANNED FOR YOU

INTERNAL 1)GANDHAK RASAYANA- 1 tab twice daily after meals= 8-12 weeks continue

2)AROGYAVARDHINI VATI- 1 tab twice daily after meals= 12 weeks

3)NIMBADI GUGGULU- 2 tabs twice daily after meals= 8-12 weeks

4)MAHAMANJISTHADI KWATH- 20 ml+40 ml water twice daily before meals= 3+ months

5)SARIVADYASAVA- 15ml+equal water after meals twice daily= 2 months

PANCHAKARMA ADVISED IF FEASIBLE -VIRECHANA(purgation) -RAKTAMOKSHAANA(leech therapy) -NASYA(nasal drops)

EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS

1)CLEANSER(daily use) -Triphala decoction(cooled)- use as a gentle wash -Neem water- antibacterial -Herbal face wash with turmeric, aloe, neem

2)FACEPACKS(2-3 TIMES/WEEK)

-multani mitti+ neem powder+ turmeric+ rose water= anti-acne, reduces oil, clears pores

-Sandalwood powder+milk+manjistha powder= for pigmentation, cooling effect

-Massor dal paste + milk or rose water= lightens acne scars

apply for 15-20 minutes, wash off with cool water.

3)OILS FOR ACNE MARKS AND GLOW -KUMKUMADI TAILA- scar reduction, pigmentation lightening, glow -JATYADI TAILA(if active acne present)- anti-inflammatory, heals eruptions -NEEM OIL(DILUTED)- potent antibacterial

apply thin layer before bed

DIET:-

EAT -BITTER AND ASTRINGENT TASTES- neem, bitter gourd, amla, bottle gourd -COOLING FOODS- coconut water, cucumber, coriander -FRUITS- amla, pomegranate, guava, apple -WHOLE GRAINS- red rice, barley, wheat(avoid polished rice) -WATER- warm water, triphala-soaked water(overnight infusion) -DETOX TEAS- cumin-fennel-coriander seed decoction

AVOID -milk+salt, curd+fruits, banana+mmilk-> virrudha ahara(incompatible) -excess oily, fried, spicy, sour foods-pickles, chips -chocolates, ice creams, caffeinated and carbonated drinks -late night meals, irregular eating -smoking, alcohol, junk food

LIFESTYLE GUIDELINES -wake up before 6 AM- aligns with brahma muhurta, boosts healing

-Oil massage- 2 times/week with neem oil or coconut oil

-Yoga- Suryanamaskar, sarvangasana, matsyasana, trikonasana etc

-PRANAYAM- anulom vilom, sheetali, bhramari- cools pitta

-Adequate sleep- 7-8 hours of undisturbed sleep crucial for skin regeneration

-Face hygiene- don’t touch face often, clean pillow covers weekly, avoid harsh scrubbing.

FOR WASHING FACE KINDLY AVOID HARD WATER AND WASH WITH WATER WHICH YOU DRINK

MENTAL - EMOTIONAL -chronic skin disorders often correlate with repressed emotions, stress, or frustration -Daily 10 minute meditation, journaling, or mantra chanting helps reduce cortisol, which worsen acne.

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

1.Kaishore guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Mahamajisthadi kwath 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Neemghana vati 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Acnovin ointment-apply on the acne twice daily 5.Kumkumadi oil- massage 2-3 drops of oil on the face or pigmented areas and leave it over night

Use triphala decoction or neem water for face cleansing

Avoid sour and spicy food avoid fried and processed food avoid tea and coffee stay hydrated

Don’t worry take arogya vardini vati 1tab, Sundari kalp 20ml bd, kukumadhitail external application, nalpamaradi tail external application

Hello Rutuja, Start with Khadirarist 10ml twice daily after food with Kamdudharas 1-0-1 after food with water Kishore guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Apply Divya kanti lep mix with rose water on face keep for 10 minutes and wash with clean water Avoid processed spicy sugary street foods Apply aloevera gel on face Avoid direct Sun rays exposure, use hat or use umbrella when going out during the day Use Sunscreen SPF 30+ during the day.

Addressing acne, dark spots, and skin texture requires a holistic balance of internal health and external care. Recognizing that you have sensitive, acne-prone skin is key. Let’s approach this from an Ayurvedic perspective, focusing on diet, lifestyle, and specific topical practices that can make a real difference.

Firstly, your diet plays a crucial role. Aim to reduce Pitta dosha, which can manifest as inflammation and acne. Avoid spicy, sour, fried, fermented foods. Instead, favor cooling, sweet, and bitter tastes. Eat seasonal fruits like melons and pomegranates, and vegetables like cucumbers, zucchini. Stay hydrated with room temperature water, possibly infused with cooling herbs like mint or fennel.

For lifestyle modifications, manage stress through regular meditation or yoga specifically calming practices like Shavasana or Nadi Shodhana Pranayama. Ensure regular bowel movements, reflecting good digestion and detoxification.

Address external skin care gently. With hard water, rinse your face with clean distilled water or use a water softener, if feasible. Cleanse using a mild, soap-free cleanser. Apply a natural facepack few times a week made from sandalwood powder and rose water – they calm skin and reduce acne. Turmeric mixed with honey in small amounts act as gentle anti-septic and soothing agents. Avoid overuse as turmeric stain can be harsh.

Abhyanga (oil massage) with oils like coconut or almond oil before showering can be beneficial. Consider adding a few drops of neem oil to this routine due to its antibacterial properties, but test patches to ensure no adverse reactions given skin sensitivity.

Incorporating Triphala or Neem capsules could help regulate internal imbalances, but check with an Ayurvedic practitioner before regular intake. They can guide appropriate dosage specific to your constitution. Regular check-ups will ensure you’re on the right track, as these conditions need patient persistence and balanced care.