Best Cream or Oil for Mature Dry Skin - #38322
Kindly advise: Suitable cream or nourishing gel or oil for Mature skin, with a tendency for dryness...(65yrs old)...that can be applied 3 to 5 times a day after washing the face please
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TAKE SUDARUN LOTION OR TAKE MAHATIKTA GHURTH FOR APPLYING YOUR ALL BODY AND TAKE 5 ml at morning empty stomach
1. Eladi cream for external application.
Use kumkumadi tailam as night serum also. Apply 1 or to drops
Massage warm sesame oil during winter season, and warm extra virgin coconut or olive oil during summer season 1/2 hr before bath . Apply aloevera gel at night before bedtime. Include pure cow’s ghee 2-4tsp in your diet daily Include walnut, almond, sesame seeds in your diet.
Hello I can understand your concern but dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅ Ayurvedic Recommendation
✅ Cream
You can use Shatdhout ghrita cream
Apply pea-size amount after cleansing, morning and evening; if skin feels extra dry, re-apply mid-day and after washing face.
✅ Facial Oil
At night, after evening cream, apply 2–3 drops of Ayurvedic facial oil, such as:
1 Kumkumadi Taila (small amount)
2 Almond oil (cold-pressed) mixed with a drop of rosy essential oil (unless sensitive)
Massage gently into your face for 1–2 minutes. Let skin rest; you may wear a silk scarf or pillow-cover for extra care.
✅ Body/Face Light Touch Up
After midday face wash or when skin feels tight: A light layer of cream or 1 drop oil to comfort and restore softness.
❌ What to Avoid
Extremely dry, rough soaps or very stringent cleansers. Cold washes, very hot water on face. Sleeping late, insufficient rest — this aggravates Vata and dries skin. Strong fragrances or harsh actives without senior skin adaptation.
Wishing you a good health😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
HELLO,
Dry skin means your skin lacks enough natural oil and moisture In Ayurveda, this is known as Ruksha twak, and it happens mainly due to aggravation of Vata dosha
Vata is responsible for all movement, dryness, and lightness in the body When Vata increases (due to cold weather, dry air, lack of oil ,stress, or improper food habits), it reduces the natural moisture and hydration of skin
THIS LEADS TO -rough, flaky, or scaly skin -tightness or itching -dull complexion -early wrinkling -cracks on heels, lips or elbows
If not managed early, this dryness can spread internally affecting joints (causing stiffness), colom (constipation), or even nerves (fatigue, dryness in body tissues)
CAUSES -vata aggravating diet- dry, cold, light food -excessive exposure to wind/cold -lack of oil in food -overuse of soaps, hot water -excess fasting/ skipping meas -stress, anxiety, lack of sleep
TREATMENT GOALS -pacify vata -internal and external oleation -rejuvenation -blood purification -avoid causes
INTERNAL TREATMENT
1) CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp morning in milk for 3 month =improves skin texture, and immunity
2) MAHATIKTAKA GHRITA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm milk for 2 months =internal oleation, nourishes tissues
3) MANJISTHA CAPSULE= 500mg cap twice daily after meals for 2 months =blood purifier, enhances complexion
4) ASHWAGANDHA + SHATAVARI CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime for 3 months =balances vata, strengthen body, restores hydration and hormonal balance
EXTERNAL TREATMENTS
1) OIL MASSAGE with Ksheerbala taila/ sesame oil -warm oil massage before bath 30 min =balances vata, softens skin, improves circulation
2) KUMKUMADI TAILA= night facial oil =brightens and nourishes facial skin
3) ALOE VERA GEL + COCONUT OIL= daily moisturizer =soothing hydration
4) OATMEAL OR MILK BATH= once a week =reduces roughness, adds moisturise
LIFESTYLE
DO’S -regular oil massage before bathing -keep body warm or covered in wind -maintain regular sleep schedule -practice stress management -use cotton, soft clothes
DON’TS -bathing with hot water -exposure to cold/dry winds -night awakening or overexertion -mental stress or anxiety -synthetic fabrics that irritate skin
DIET -warm, moist, oily foods -milk, ghee, butter sesame oil -moong dal soups, rice gruel, khichdi - cooked vegetables - carrots, pumpkin, beets, spinach -sweet fruits- banana, mango, papaya, dates
AVOID -dry snacks- chips, popcorn, biscuits -excess spicy, bitter or salty foods -cold drinks, ice cream -caffeine, alcohol, smoking
HYDRATION= drink warm water or herbal teas- ginger, fennel, licorice
EFFECTIVE HOME REMEDIES
1) MILK AND HONEY MASK -mix 1 tbsp milk + 1 tsp honey -apply on face/body for 20 min-> rinse -deep moisturization and glow
2) ALOE VERA + GHEE MIX -1 tsp aloe vera gel + 1/2 tsp ghee -apply on dry areas at night
3) OATMEAL BATH -add 1 cup finely powdered oats to lukewarm bath water -soak for 15-20 min, relieves itching and dryness
4) BANANA + MILK PASTE -mash banana + add milk-> apply on skin -natural moisturises rich in potassium
DURATION OF TREATMENT -MILD DRYNESS= 4-6 weeks with regular oiling and diet correction -CHRONIC CASES= 3-6 months with internal and external ayurvedic therapy
-Dry skin is not just a cosmetic issue- it’s a sign of internal vata imbalance -treat it from inside and outside - only moisturises will not cure the root cause
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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