Ayurvedic remedies for oily and acne-prone skin with whiteheads - #36854

Neem capsule 1-0-1 Mahamanjistadi aristha 20-0-20 ml with equal water Multani mitti + sandalwood paste + manjistha powder + rose water - make paste and apply over face Apply Alovera gel over face

Dm Kayakalpa Vati - Take 1 tablets in the morning and evening on an emptystomach Keshore Guggulu - Nimb Ghanvati - Take 1 tablet from each in the morning and evening on an empty stomach Khadirarishta - Mix 4 teaspoons in an equal amount of water and take after lunch and dinner. Kanti Lep : Prepare paste in water, rose water (gulåb jala) or in unboiled cow’s milk and apply on the face. Wash after 2-3 hours. Also use Aloe vera gel on the face.

Don’t worry take arogya vardini vati 1tab, kukumadhitail external application, mahamanjsiadhi gana vati 1tab bd enough

Addressing oily, acne-prone skin with a focus on whiteheads involves understanding the pitta-kapha imbalance typically seen in such conditions. Ayurveda offers remedies that can help balance these doshas, reducing oiliness and unclogging pores to prevent whiteheads.

Begin with a simple face cleansing routine using chickpea flour (besan) mixed with a pinch of turmeric and water. This natural face wash should be used twice daily. It helps absorb excess oil and gently exfoliates, minimizing clogging of pores without stripping skin of essential moisture.

A face mask made from Multani mitti (Fuller’s Earth) mixed with rose water can be applied once or twice a week. This comes in handy as it is excellent in absorbing oils and has a cooling pitta-pacifying effect, useful in managing inflammation which often accompanies whiteheads.

Incorporate neem powder into your routine, which is known for its excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties. A weekly mask constituted of neem powder with water can deter infection and support in clearing up blocked pores.

Diet plays a crucial role too. Ayurvedic principles suggest avoiding excessively spicy, oily, or fermented foods, which can invigorate pitta. Instead, consume cooling foods like cucumber, leafy greens and hydrating fruits such as watermelon. Stay hydrated and include herbal teas with fennel or coriander seeds to help your system detoxify.

Insure to manage stress levels through daily practices of yoga or meditation, as stress can exacerbate pitta and lead to skin flare-ups. Prioritize adequate sleep; a regular sleep cycle supports skin health.

Lastly, if you seek more pronounced results, consider consulting a certified Ayurvedic practitioner for internal cleansing protocols such as Panchakarma, which could considerably aid in rectifying dosha imbalance at the root level.

HELLO SHEEMA,

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-WHITEHEADS= blocked skin pores filled with il (sebum), dead skin, and debris -They are not infectious or dangerous, but cosmetically bothersome

WHY DO THEY HAPPEN ?

IN AYURVEDA KAPHA DOSHA= excess oiliness, clogging PITTA DOSHA= heat, sweating, inflammation RAKTA DHATU = skin health imbalance

TRIGGERS -hot weather and sweating your summer issue -oily/creamy food, fried food -poor digestion-> toxins formation -heavy cosmetics , thick creams

TREATMENT GOALS -remove existing blockages (whiteheads) -prevent new ones by balancing kapha and pitta -improve digestion and blood purity -strengthen skin health for long term results -reduce sweating/oiliness naturally

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime for 3 months =improves digestion, gentle detox, prevents constipation

2) NEEM CAPSULES= 500 mg once daily after meals for 8 weeks =bitter taste pacifies pitta/kapha, purifies blood, antibacterial

3) MANJISTHA GHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 1 month =blood purifier, skin rejuvinator

4) GUDUCHI TABLET= 250mg tab once daily in morning for 2 months =balances immunity, reduces heat, supports skin health

EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS

-Daily face wash= Neem water (boil neem leaves, cool, use as wash

-Weely scrub= Massor dal powder + sandalwood + rose water = gentle exfoliation

-Face pack= 2-3 times weekly -sandalwood + rose water OR neem + turmeric + aloe vera gel

-Spot treatment= dab diluted clove oil on stubborn bumps not on whole face

DIET -light, cooling foods= khichdi, green vegetables, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, pumpkin -Fruits= pomegranate, apple, papaya, watermelon -spices= coriander, fennel, turmeric, cumin

AVOID -oily, fried, creamy foods -excess sweets, curd, cheese, butter -pickles, fermented foods, heavy night meals -too much coffee/tea/alcohol

LIFESTYLE

FACE CARE -wash face with cool water after sweating -use light moisturisers aloe vera gel, avoid heavy creams

DAILY ROUTINE -wake up early, practice yoga/pranayam, eat night meals -avoid sleeping during the day increase kapha

SWEAT MANAGEMENT -carry rose water spray to refresh skin in summer

YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana= improves circulation -Vajrasana= improves digestion -Pawanmuktasana=removes toxins

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances vata, pitta, kapha -Sheetali/sheetkari= cooling, reduces body heat -Bhramari= calms stress

Practice 10-15 min daily

HOME REMEDIES -Apply aloe vera gel + turmeric paste locally -Apply multani mitti pack once weekly to absorb excess oil -drink coriander seed water in morning -apply raw honey as a thin mask=antibacterial, mild exfoliate

- WHITEHEADS are benign but indicate imbalance in skin health -Ayurveda works both internally and externally -Consistency is key= follow both remedies for 8-12 weeks to see improvement

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA